# Galleria Nazionale d'Arte Antica – Palazzo Barberini — Rome, Italy

> The Galleria Nazionale d'Arte Antica is Italy's national gallery of old master painting, split across two historic Roman palaces: Palazzo Barberini and Palazzo Corsini. Together they hold one of the most important collections of Renaissance and Baroque art in Rome outside the Vatican.

## Visitor facts
- Opening hours: Tuesday to Sunday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM (Closed Mondays)
- Admission: €15 standard admission
- Address: Via delle Quattro Fontane, 13, 00184 Roma RM, Italy
- Time needed: 2–3 hours
- Official website: https://www.barberinicorsini.org/en/
- Facts verified: 2026-06-30

## Highlights
- La Fornarina — Raphael · c. 1518–1520
- Judith Beheading Holofernes — Caravaggio · c. 1598–1599
- Portrait of Henry VIII — Hans Holbein the Younger · c. 1540
- Triumph of Divine Providence — Pietro da Cortona · 1633–1639

## FAQ
**Is one ticket valid for both palaces?**
Yes — admission also covers Palazzo Corsini in Trastevere within twenty days.

**Are the staircases worth the climb?**
Definitely — Bernini's grand stair and Borromini's helicoidal stair are masterpieces in themselves.

**How long should I spend at Galleria Nazionale d'Arte Antica – Palazzo Barberini?**
Plan 2–3 hours for the highlights. Add time for temporary exhibitions, the museum shop, and café.

**What is Galleria Nazionale d'Arte Antica – Palazzo Barberini best known for?**
Palazzo Barberini was begun by Carlo Maderno and finished by Bernini and Borromini in 1633. The Galleria Nazionale d'Arte Antica took up residence in 1949. Key highlights include Judith Beheading Holofernes by Caravaggio, La Fornarina by Raphael, Triumph of Divine Providence ceiling by Pietro da Cortona.

**How do I get tickets for Galleria Nazionale d'Arte Antica – Palazzo Barberini?**
€15 standard admission Tickets are usually available on the day, but booking online saves queue time in peak season. Official site: https://www.barberinicorsini.org/en/

**Do I need to visit both palaces?**
Palazzo Barberini has the greatest masterpieces, but Palazzo Corsini is worth the trip for its quieter atmosphere and Queen Christina's collection.

**Is Palazzo Barberini the same as the National Gallery of Ancient Art?**
Yes — Galleria Nazionale d'Arte Antica is the official name. Palazzo Barberini and Palazzo Corsini are its two venues.

**How long is the ticket valid?**
The combined ticket typically allows entry to both palaces within a multi-day window — check current terms at ticket purchase.


Source: https://worldmuseumguide.org/museums/galleria-nazionale-darte-antica/ — World Museum Guide, independent and ad-free.