Galleria Doria Pamphilj

Galleria Doria Pamphilj is one of Rome’s most breathtaking hidden treasures—an aristocratic sanctuary of art, history, and elegance tucked just steps away from the bustling Via del Corso. Visiting this gallery feels like stepping into a private world where centuries of beauty have been lovingly preserved. The moment you enter, the atmosphere shifts. The palace itself is a masterpiece—ornate ceilings, shimmering gold accents, and hallways lined with mirrors and marble. Each room carries the quiet grandeur of a family that collected art not for prestige, but out of genuine passion. That intimacy sets it apart from Rome’s larger, more crowded museums. The collection is extraordinary. You’ll find remarkable works by Caravaggio, Velázquez, Bernini, Raphael, and Titian, each displayed in lavish, beautifully lit rooms that feel more like a lived-in palace than a museum. Caravaggio’s “Rest on the Flight into Egypt” and the haunting “Magdalene” are highlights, while Velázquez’s portrait of Pope Innocent X is nothing short of astonishing—an encounter that lingers long after you leave. What makes the experience truly special is the ability to wander the gallery at your own pace, taking in masterpieces without the rush or crowds. The audio guide, narrated by a member of the Pamphilj family, adds a personal touch and deepens your appreciation for the collection and its history. Whether you’re an art lover or simply someone seeking a quiet, immersive cultural experience, Galleria Doria Pamphilj is a must-visit. It’s a rare blend of elegance, intimacy, and artistic brilliance—a place where Rome’s noble past comes alive in the most captivating way.

We recently visited the Galleria Doria Pamphilj and it was a fantastic experience. This gallery offers a much more intimate and peaceful atmosphere compared to some of Rome's more crowded museums. Wandering through the lavish, family-owned palace felt like stepping back in time. The art collection is stunning, but the real highlight was the breathtaking Hall of Mirrors. The audio guide, narrated by a member of the family, was engaging and made the history come alive. It’s a perfect spot for art lovers looking to escape the crowds. We highly recommend it for an authentic and awe-inspiring glimpse into Roman nobility and their priceless art collection.

A hidden gem in the heart of Rome! The Galleria Doria Pamphilj is absolutely stunning — filled with incredible art, history, and elegance. The atmosphere feels intimate and peaceful compared to other busy museums. The audio guide gives wonderful insights into the family history and masterpieces. Walking through the rooms feels like stepping back in time. Truly a must-visit for anyone who loves art and culture.

Absolutely beautiful!!! But what I really love is that it’s not teeming with tourists so looking through the art pieces is such an enjoyable experience. Rome’s main attraction can get very crowded especially during the jubilee year so to find a quiet place is a luxury. Here you can take your time, savor the moment, without being rushed and without another person breathing in your neck or bumping into you.

Galleria Doria Pamphilj occupies part of the still-inhabited Palazzo Doria Pamphilj on Via del Corso, a large 17th- and 18th-century palace developed from earlier buildings. The museum circuit runs through four picture galleries around the courtyard and a series of state rooms, all densely hung in traditional “salon” style. Ceilings, walls and door frames are heavily decorated with stucco, gilding and fresco, so paintings, sculpture and setting form a single ensemble. The collection covers mainly 16th- and 17th-century European art, with major works by Velázquez (the Portrait of Innocent X), Caravaggio, Titian, Raphael, Annibale Carracci, Bruegel and Claude. Bernini’s bust of Innocent X and a family chapel by Carlo Fontana underline the building’s dual role as dynastic residence and private museum.

It’s not on my top 15 or 20 list of things to do in Rome. If you travel this house is just ok nothing special. It’s definitely not close to any of the great homes or minor homes in England. It’s poorly lit and not very educational. Just more of a show and tell. Or show off and tell

Buy a ticket in advance, that way you don’t have to stand in line. I bought mine online, then walked up and scanned myself in. It was fairly crowded for a Tuesday afternoon. They have listening devices that can tell you about the art displayed. I spent around 30 minutes here by myself but you could surely spend more time. The interiors themselves are beautiful, and I enjoyed looking at the decor in the rooms almost more than the art itself.

The Galleria Doria Pamphilj is a stunning private art collection housed in a historic Roman palace. Unlike many major attractions, it’s peacefully uncrowded, offering a relaxed and intimate viewing experience. The gallery features masterpieces by Caravaggio, Velázquez, and Raphael, all set within opulent Baroque rooms. Admission is around €14, and includes an excellent audio guide narrated by a family member of the Pamphilj lineage. If you're looking for world-class art without the crowds, this hidden gem is a must.

Gorgeous gallery that is completely under the radar. For something so beautiful, I thought it would be packed with people, but it wasn't. It was refreshing to be able to enjoy the details of each room without being swarmed by tourists. While at the gallery, stop by their restaurant located at the front of the entrance. Do note that you should make reservations at the restaurant or you likely won't get in. This gallery is definitely worth a visit.

They have listed their location as the Villa Doria Pamphilij on Apple Maps. This is NOT where they are located.

I'm torn on this one. This gallery is fine, but for 14 euros, it just does not compete with other galleries in Rome. I've been in much, much better galleries for 8-10 euros. Here, the museum is really a mansion with the aristocratic family's art collection. It's a good collection and the mansion is fun to walk around. But a lot of the rooms are just hung floor to ceiling with paintings, some of them not very good, with no explanatory notes except for one Velasquez and a few Caravaggios. Lower price + better story + minimized displays = how I would redesign this place

Opulent, historic, and relatively unknown (almost hidden) Galleria Doria Pamphilj is a tranquil, yet lavish palace filled with the largest private art collection in Rome. This review started pre-covid; however, the spectacular and visit-worthy status of the remarkable art collection and sensational palace (including its brilliant hall of mirrors, immaculate chapel, and stunning salons) remains true. When Rome reopens (again), I strongly recommend all visitors and locals discover (or re-discover) Doria Pamphilj. Started in 1644 by Pope Innocent X Pamphilj, the collection of over 400 paintings and statues from the 15th-18th century includes legends Raphael, Caravaggio, Tiziano Vecellio (aka Titian), and Bernini. The gallery took on its current appearance between 1731-1734 thanks to Prince Camillo Pamphilj. The art is still arranged wall-to-wall according to exact specifications from 1767. The art, decor, and stillness of the near-empty galleries emanates an atmosphere of royal Italian elitism from the late 1700s that still inspires and intimidates today. * Open: 9:00am - 7:00pm * Adults: €12 * Students/seniors: €8 * Private apartments: extra €2 Palazzo Doria Pamphilj is likely more convenient than you think ... just steps from popular Piazza Venezia by Trajan's Forum at the foot of Capitoline Hill.

This was an incredible gallery on via del corse in the heart of Rome. Simply spectacular pieces and sculpture with an interesting history of the family who amassed these pieces, of which my favorite was Diego Velazquez's portrait of pope innocent x which was unsettlingly real in person. Some Jan brueghel the elder's and Caravaggio's in there too, just wish I had more time there

So much to see. The Velazquez painting is amazing. There are also several Caravaggio paintings. Make time to visit.

This Palazzo has been on our bucket list for many years. This time, we actually made time to visit, and we were glad that we did. The palace was stunning. It is a private mansion right in the heart of Rome on the Via del Corso near the Piazza Venezia. When you look at it from the exterior, you realize how large it really is - it takes up a whole city block; and, the family still resides in the palace. We did make a mistake the day we were there - we did not realize that the ticket we bought covered both the museum and the apartments, and the apartments are only shown at specific times (which were not open that day). So, they said that we could come back another day to view the apartments, which we did. We were able to walk thru at our own pace. They do have free audio guides in various languages, and there is an elevator if you do not want to take the stairs. There are four wings in the palace with a central courtyard. You will be stunned upon entering the first room - the Velvet Room with its rich reds and gold and covered with paintings from floor to ceiling. The palace has extremely valuable works of art by some of the great masters: Raphael, Tiziano, Caravaggio, Brueghel the Elder, Velazquez and Bernini. The Gallery of Mirrors will take your breath away. It was modeled after the namesake room in Versailles. The mirrors were imported from France and when the light comes through the windows from the outside, you really appreciate it. The chapel is also worth a good look. It was designed in the late seventeenth century by Carlo Fontana. The chapel contains some interesting relics: the completely preserved body of St. Theodora and, supposedly, relics of one the soldiers who guarded Jesus during his crucifixion. The last room we entered was really interesting. It was called the Aldobrandini room - sort of an off room - that looks like a massive warehouse. It seems that years ago, there had been a massive blizzard that crushed the roof of the room. The walls were then concreted and remain so. It's unpainted and quite plain compared to the rest of the palace. This room is filled with a mishmash of paintings and garden statues. Make sure you do not miss the two Caravaggio's - one is "Magdalene" and the other," Rest on the Flight into Egypt." We did go back to see the apartments. They certainly were opulent with beautiful paintings, chandeliers, sculptures and magnificent ceiling decorations. Each room was stunning! The Throne Room is named for the throne which, following an old Roman tradition faces the wall when there is no papal visit. We were able to see the rooms that are currently being used by the family. We found interesting that the Cardinal/Pope had a stipulation in his original will that none of the artwork could ever be sold. They all had to remain in the family, which must create a hardship today for the family. We can only imagine what the upkeep costs must be.

Wow. What a place. We went in the afternoon to visit the collection because we had a Baroque music concert and we were blown away by the collection. It's just astounding. Breughel, Caravaggio, many Italian great artists, Roman sculpture, a Fra Lippo Lippi- and so much more. I'm posting pictures. Not only are the artworks great, but the free audio guide by the son of the family is superb. Also, they have a great tea room And their concerts are wonderful. Really, this place is terrific. If you like my pictures, move this place to the top of your list.

The Galleria Doria Pamphilj has been one of the places in Rome I've wanted to visit most and it doesn't disappoint. When you buy your tickets you are given audio guides which you can use at your leisure. Each room has a number which you can punch into the listening device and it will tell you about the room. Certain pieces of art are also numbered and you can listen about those too. When you're walking through, each room is just more breathtaking than the last. It is just absolutely incredible. There is also a hall of mirrors made to resemble the hall of mirrors in Versailles, which was stunning. Definitely put this at the top of your list when visiting Rome. It is a must see.

Very unexpected. Amazing & beautiful, looking for something to do on a rainy day & this fit the bill. Lots & lots artwork, paintings & sculptures, in a stunning setting. Worth the price.

Do not miss. We are so glad we took this opportunity to stroll the uncrowded halls and enjoy the crazy dense art collection and palace of this private family. The audio tour narrated by the prince/heir is intimate and adds a lot to the experience. We did not know about the "photo pass" until we got inside, would have gladly paid the 4 extra euro if the ticket booth had told us! For unclear reasons, they were instead selling them in the gift shop halfway through the museum, but we'd already put our cameras away by that point.

You could walk up and down the Corsa for years without realising that one of the great pivate galleries of the world was lurking within a metre of you. Even if you are not keen on 14th - 17th century art the Velasquez of Innocent X is worth the price of admission alone - yes, the one Bacon was inspired by. Marvellous Caravaggios and a fantastic example of a VERy grand Roman town-house still lived in by the family. The tele-tour is given by the current Prince - Jonathan, who we saw - without realising who he was, striding through the galleries - himself in faultless English (unsurprising really as he is the adopted son of Princess Orietta Doria Pamphilj, last descendant of the Doria Pamphilj line, who married a British navy commander, Frank Pogson, who restored the family properties. They met, completely by chance, in church in Ancona in 1943, carried on a correspondence for years and married in 1958. He died in 1998 listening to a joke at lunch).