If you are an art lover you should definitely visit there at least once Galleria doria pamphilj in Rome, a treasure chest of an abnormal number of paintings and a stately building located right in the center of Rome, in via del Corso. At the price of 11 € they will also give you a handy audio guide that will allow you to better delve into the secrets of this magnificent residence of one of the oldest and most important families in the city, the Pamphilj. These lived their highest moment when a member of their family became pope with the name of Innocent X.
The gallery will impress you with the infinite amount of art objects it contains. For example, among the thousands of paintings that adorn the very ancient walls of the Palazzo we can find masterpieces by the most important Italian and foreign artists of the time. Do not miss the three paintings of the Caravaggio that the family bought when the painter was still not as famous as today.
Do not dwell only in front of the Flight into Egypt and the penitent Magdalene, but above all look at the wonderful St. John with the goat, the most beautiful of the three Caravaggesque masterpieces. Then there are Guercino, Romanino, Guido Reni, Tiziano, Tintoretto, Brughel, the very famous portrait of Innocenzo X made by Velasquez. A delight for the eyes.
A few more details: inside there is also one cafeteria and tea room that will not fail to impress you with its elegance. Young people aged 6 to 26 will pay a reduced ticket at 7,50 euros. The gallery is open every day from 9 to 19, with last admission at 18.
Entrance in Via del Corso, 305 - Rome
Tel: 06 / 6797323
