Palazzo Nuovo is part of the Capitoline Museums, on Piazza del Campidoglio in Rome, opposite Palazzo dei Conservatori. Its collection ranges from Egyptian objects to Greek and Roman sculpture, alongside paintings and figurines. The palace was designed to mirror its counterpart across the square, and the two museum buildings connect through an underground passage beneath the piazza. Allow about 1 to 1.5 hours to explore Palazzo Nuovo and see its classical works and views over the surrounding area.
A palace on Piazza del Campidoglio
Palazzo Nuovo stands opposite Palazzo dei Conservatori on Piazza del Campidoglio. Designed by Michelangelo to mirror the building across the square, it is one of the two palaces that house the Capitoline Museums.
The museum collection spans Egyptian objects and Greek and Roman works. Alongside marble sculpture, you can find paintings and figurines, so the displays extend beyond classical statues.
Getting between the museum buildings
Palazzo Nuovo is reached from Palazzo dei Conservatori through a subterranean passage beneath the piazza. Plan to enter the museum complex at Palazzo dei Conservatori and follow the route underground to the other palace.
The passage is part of the visit between the two exhibition buildings. A standard Capitoline Museums ticket includes entry to Palazzo Nuovo. Set aside about 1 to 1.5 hours for this palace, with time to see its collection and views over the surrounding area.
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How do you enter Palazzo Nuovo?
Enter through Palazzo dei Conservatori and use the underground passage beneath Piazza del Campidoglio to reach Palazzo Nuovo.
Is Palazzo Nuovo included in a Capitoline Museums ticket?
Yes. A standard Capitoline Museums ticket includes Palazzo Nuovo.
How long do you need at Palazzo Nuovo?
Allow about 1 to 1.5 hours to explore the palace.
