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Doria Pamphilj Gallery Guided Tour

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Doria Pamphilj Gallery Guided Tour

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Velázquez, Bernini, Caravaggio... Join us on this journey through the Doria Pamphilj Gallery, which boasts the largest private art collection in Rome. Nestled in the vibrant Via del Corso, this is a captivating venue!

Tour Overview

At the designated time, we will convene in front of the Il Facchino Fountain to kick off our guided exploration of the Doria Pamphilj Gallery. This stunning collection resides within a magnificent 16th-century palace situated centrally on Via del Corso. Remarkably, it continues to be owned by the Doria Pamphilj family, serving as an enduring symbol of the splendor of the Roman aristocracy.

Are you ready to delve into the largest private art collection in Rome? During our visit, we will navigate through the opulent gilded halls, with sumptuous silk-covered walls and corridors embellished with frescoes, each narrating tales from a bygone era. Together, we’ll unveil the rich history and significance of this prominent family!

The collection includes remarkable masterpieces by Caravaggio, such as  Rest on the Flight into Egypt and Penitent Magdalene, where the artist's mastery of chiaroscuro truly brings the characters to life.

We will also appreciate the renowned Portrait of Pope Innocent X by Velázquez, a celebrated work of oil portraiture that captures the essence of the pontiff. In addition, we will encounter pieces from Titian, Bernini, Raphael, and various Flemish masters, each adding their exceptional talent to this extraordinary collection.

Throughout the tour, we will share intriguing anecdotes about the historical figures who have frequented these halls. What intrigues, passions, and legacies of popes and princes have been etched into the Palazzo Doria Pamphilj and the overall history of the Eternal City? We will uncover these stories together!

The guided tour will conclude two hours later as we bid farewell at the gallery's entrance.

Admission to the Doria Pamphilj Gallery

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This experience takes place in Rome.

Plan about 2h for this activity.

A good fit for travellers visiting Rome — solo, as a couple or with family.

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The activity lasts 2h.

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