Exclusive Palazzo Colonna & Doria Pamphilij Palace

Exclusive access to Colonna Palace with optional extension to Princess Isabel's Apartment. Doria Pamphilj Gallery is part of the itinerary.

Focus

What makes this tour Special

Get to know the intricate history of two noble families in Rome at the time of the Papacy and learn untold secrets and palazzo intrigues

The Doria Pamphili gallery and mansion are two of the largest in Europe still owned by their founder family. The palace is famous for its amazing 1000 rooms

Take the opportunity to see masterpieces by Pinturicchio, Cosmè Tura, Carracci, Guido Reni, Tintoretto, Salvator Rosa, Bronzino, Guercino, Veronese, Vanvitelli, Raffello, Caravaggio, and many others

What to Expect

PRIVATE TOUR

Enjoy your tour with your own private tour expert at your party's disposal only

DURATION

3 hours

START TIME

09:30

TRANSFER

Meet&Greet at your hotel/accomodation. Transfer to the tour site included

NOT AVAILABLE

Saturday

KID FRIENDLY

This tour is suitable for kids of all ages

ENTRANCE TICKETS

Entrance tickets are included! Enjoy your tour!

GENERIC INFORMATION

Perfect for lovers of Baroque art and antique furniture.

What's Included

- Expert and qualified private tour guide - Exclusive Access to the Colonna Palace - Meet & greet your private guide at your hotel or accommodation

Not Included/ Optional Extras

- Transfer from the hotel or accommodation to the site - Extras

Sites you’ll visit

Colonna Palace
Doria Pamphilj Palace

Colonna Palace

The 13th century palace home to an Ancient Roman column situated directly in the middle of the courtyard. It is said that the Palace was the temporary home of the great Poet and comedian, Dante, during his visits to Rome. The Art gallery houses masterpieces from the Renaissance and Baroque ages as well as impressive frescos completed by Filippo Gherardi.
Doria Pamphilj Palace

The site in central Rome has a high class history through its large complex. Previously one the most important inhabited palaces in the Rome, it is also larger than many royal palaces throughout Europe. The prestigious collection within the palace includes works of Art and important paintings, although one of the most beautiful and photographed areas of the Palace is the Gallery of Mirrors.

Tour description

The Colonna Palace is a real jewel of Baroque art in Rome's historic city center. Construction of the palace started in the 16th century and lasted for over five hundred years- for this reason Colonna Palace features several architectural styles. The story of the Colonna family has ancient origins too, and dates back to the 12th century. Your expert guide will tour you through several rooms over two floors of the palace and illustrate this history through tales and anecdotes about this important family. Upon request, it is also possible to extend your tour with special access to Princess Isabella’s apartments, that have been preserved exactly how they were when the Princess was still alive. Continue your tour with a visit to Doria Pamphilj Palace, the colossal, 1000-room family seat, which dates from 1505 and is among the most treasure-filled palaces in Europe, famous for its beautiful inner courtyard and its elegant Renaissance arches. Said to be nearly two-thirds the size of St. Peter’s Basilica, the Palazzo Doria Pamphilj may well be the largest private residence in Italy. It also houses one of the nation’s most important private art collections, with over 650 works, including masterpieces by Raphael, Caravaggio, Titian, and Velázquez. The Doria Pamphilj clan—whose family tree includes the renowned Genoese admiral Andrea Doria and Giovanni Battista Pamphilj, who reigned as Pope Innocent X from 1644 to 1655—is one of just a handful of Rome’s ancient princely families who have survived with their palazzi, fortunes, and staggering art collections intact.

Cancellation Policy

Please note that Eyes of Rome® applies the following cancellation policy for the selected product:

Eyes of Rome reserves the right to charge 50 % of your bookingfor no-shows or cancellations made within 168 hours of your tour date. For bookings confirmed through deposit-downpayment, Eyes of Rome reserves the right to charge the remaining tour balance on the day of the tour on the credit card provided during check out
For no shows on the day of the tour or cancellations/amendments requested less than 7 days from the tour starting time, Eyes of Rome reserves the right to hold the amount paid during check out and charge any remaining balance for incomplete payments

Enhance your Experience

Borghese Gallery Entrance Tickets

The Borghese Gallery is a real gem in the heart of Rome, a museum that houses a vast collection of paintings, sculptures and frescoes by masters such as Canova, Caravaggio and Bernini. Discover incredible masterpieces by the greatest Italian artists and learn all about the Borghese Family, which played a major role in Roman history. Admire its masterpieces like Apollo and Daphne and Pluto’s Abduction of Proserpina by Bernini, Raphael's Entombment of Christ, Caravaggio's Sick Bacchus, and Titian's Sacred and Profane Love (also known as Venus and the Bride).

Campo de' Fiori

Discover Campo de’ Fiori, the very heart of the Eternal City. Presided over by the statue of the brooding Giordano Bruno who was burnt at the stake in 1600 for heresy, it hosts the city’s most colourful street market. At night Campo de’ Fiori becomes very active with its square-side cafés, pubs and bars. Listen to the many stories from your personal story teller and ask tips on the very best places where to have an Italian Aperitivo or a traditional Dinner. An extra fee will apply if transportation is requested.

Gianicolo Hill

Get a one-of-a-kind view of Rome from the scenic park of Gianicolo hill. Stroll among statues, fountains like the famous Fontanone and even a lighthouse while overlooking the Eternal City. This hill is known for being one of the best spots in Rome for photos as well as on of the most romantic places in Rome!

Jewish Ghetto

At the heart of Rome lies Via del Portico d’Ottavia which gives access to the Jewish Neighborhood: a street peppered with medieval homes, kosher food stores, and restaurants serving Jewish specialties...an area where you can truly get a taste of yesterday's ghetto and today’s Rome. The Jewish quarter is now one of Rome’s coolest areas and comprises a rich assortment of ancient, medieval and Renaissance architecture. Discover with your private guide the endless history of the Eternal city, one way or another connected with this remarkable area. An extra fee will apply if transportation is requested.

Pantheon

The Pantheon, this 2nd century tribute to All Gods and famed engineering marvel, has intrigued for ages - let your personal guide bring you back to the days of the emperors and gods when you visit this one-of-a-kind monument.

Piazza Navona and its Fountain of the Four Rivers

Reach with your Private guide the stunning Fountain of the Four Rivers located in Piazza Navona. The Fountain supports an ancient Egyptian obelisk over a hollowed-out rock, surmounted by four marble figures symbolizing four major rivers of the world. This fountain is one of the most spectacular works by Gianlorenzo Bernini, one of the most innovative architects and sculptors of the Baroque period. An extra fee will apply if transportation is requested.

Roman Piazzas

Together with your Private guide reach the ancient Porta Flaminia, one of the City Walls gates built between 271 AD and 275 AD in Rome. Access Piazza del Popolo: a large, elliptical square where the Obelisco Flaminio (Flaminio Obelisk) was placed in 1589 by Pope Sixtus V. The obelisk, was built at the time of the Pharaoh Ramesses II and brought to Rome under Emperor Augustus. Alternatively, discover the secrets of the Barberini Family and let your guide lead you to Piazza Barberini, distinguished by the spectacular Triton Fountain, a Baroque masterpiece sculpted by Bernini. An extra fee will apply if transportation is requested.

Trastevere

Lose yourself in Trastevere’s charming streets and lively piazzas. You’ll immediately see why this unique neighborhood is a favorite for visitors and locals alike. You'll find many bars and restaurants nestled in the curving alleys - a great place to end your day of tours and have a bite to eat!

Trevi Fountain

Tucked away in a small piazza, this beautiful baroque fountain attracts thousands of visitors each year. Rome’s largest fountain was designed by Nicola Salvi in 1732, completed by Giuseppe Pannini in 1762, and depicts Neptune's chariot being led by Tritons with seahorses. Follow the tradition and throw in a coin to ensure your return to the Eternal City! An extra fee will apply if transportation is requested.

Villa Farnesina

The villa is located in the Roman district of Trastevere and it is considered one of the noblest and most excellent creations of Italian Renaissance. Dating back to 1506, it was commissioned by the Sienese banker Agostino Chigi, treasurer of Pope Julius II, to the Renaissance architect Baldassarre Peruzzi. Inside the palace are impressive decorations by Raffaello, Sebastiano del Piombo, Giovanni da Udine, il Sodoma and many others.

Villa Farnesina Private Access

Enjoy a private tour of the beautiful Villa Farnesina after hours and get the most of its stunning stories and decorations with no public at all but your party and your guide.

Vittoriano

See the magnificent Vittorio Emanuele II Monument overlooking Piazza Venezia and then climb to the top for a bird’s-eye view of the Forum.

Headsets

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Standard cancellation policy

Please note that Eyes of Rome® applies the following cancellation policy for the selected product:

Eyes of Rome reserves the right to charge 50 % of your bookingfor no-shows or cancellations made within 168 hours of your tour date. For bookings confirmed through deposit-downpayment, Eyes of Rome reserves the right to charge the remaining tour balance on the day of the tour on the credit card provided during check out
For no shows on the day of the tour or cancellations/amendments requested less than 7 days from the tour starting time, Eyes of Rome reserves the right to hold the amount paid during check out and charge any remaining balance for incomplete payments