Doria Pamphilj Palace: a hidden gem in the heart of Rome

Palazzo Doria Pamphilj: a Baroque gem in the heart of Rome's city center

The stunning private residence, the Doria Pamphilj Palace, still owned by the aristocratic Doria Pamphilj family, is home to the largest private collection in Italy. Situated along the bustling and crowded Via del Corso, the Doria Pamphilj Palace is one of the most captivating and lesser-known historic attractions. With gorgeous and opulent galleries filled with incredible masterpieces, the Doria Pamphilj Gallery is one of the must-see places to visit in Rome for anyone who wants to see something different from the classic tourist attractions.

Visiting the Doria Pamphilj Gallery offers a quieter, more intimate cultural experience: with its gilded halls, antique furniture, and priceless art, the palace provides a rare glimpse into Rome's noble past. The galleries are decorated with masterpieces made by some of the most important artists in history, such as Titian, Raphael, Caravaggio, Parmigianino, Guercino, and Velazquez, and the palace itself is an architectural masterpiece of Baroque elegance with centuries of aristocratic history.

Located inside a modest entrance on Via del Corso, Doria Pamphilj Palace opens into a world of lavish rooms, frescoed ceilings, glittering chandeliers, and ornate stucco work that echo the power and wealth of the Pamphilj family across centuries. The heart of the palace is the stunning Doria Pamphilj Gallery, an elegant and gorgeous suite of rooms arranged around a central courtyard. This gallery houses one of the most important private art collections in Rome, which has been curated by the family since the 16th century.

Useful Information for Visiting Doria Pamphilj Palace

Opening Hours:
Doria Pamphilj Palace is located at Via del Corso 305 and is open from Monday to Thursday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. and from Friday to Sunday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. The palace is closed every third Wednesday of the month, January 1st, Easter, and December 25th.

Tickets and Costs:
The standard ticket costs 16 Euros, and free tickets are reserved for children under the age of 12. There are no ticket reductions for any kind of categories.

Accessibility:
A ramp at the main entrance guarantees disabled people the possibility to enter the Doria Pamphilj Palace.

How to get to Doria Pamphilj Palace:

By metro:
Doria Pamphilj Palace is connected to the Line A subway with the Barberini stop, which is a 10-minute walk from the main entrance.

By bus:
The lines 64, 95, 175, 492, 62, and 630 have bus stops close to the Doria Pamphilj main entrance.

By car:
The Doria Pamphilj Palace is located in Rome city center, which is closed to private cars, but a taxi service can be used to reach the palace.

FAQs About Visiting Doria Pamphilj Palace

Who are the owners of Doria Pamphilj Palace?
The aristocratic Doria Pamphilj family has owned the palace located on Via del Corso for more than 500 years. Currently, the property of Doria Pamphilj Palace is managed by the Trust Doria Pamphilj.

What can be found inside Doria Pamphilj Palace?
Doria Pamphilj Palace is a treasure of masterpieces, as it houses artworks by Titian - Salome with the Head of Saint John the Baptist, Raphael - the double portrait, Caravaggio - Penitent Magdalene, Parmigianino - the Nativity, Guercino - Erminia Discovers the Wounded Tancred, Carracci - Landscape with the Flight into Egypt, Bernini - the Bust of Innocent X, and Velazquez - the Portrait of Innocent X, as well as the stunning mirror gallery, like a small Versailles, which has been made with mirrors, chandeliers, statues, and decorated with frescoes and golden stucco.

The Best Tours to Visit Doria Pamphilj Palace:

Doria Pamphilj Palace Entry Ticket:
This tour guarantees access to the Doria Pamphilj Palace thanks to the reserved entrance to this unique art gallery, home to many important masterpieces. Even though a guided tour is not included with the entry ticket, a Rome city app audioguide is downloadable.

Hand-picked Combination Tickets:
Exploring the treasures of Doria Pamphilj Palace along with another wonderful gem of the eternal city of Rome, the Capitoline Museums, is a great solution with the hand-picked combination ticket, which guarantees access to these two wonderful museums of the eternal city.