Private Tour - National Etruscan Museum
Description
The National Etruscan Museum in Villa Giulia is considered the most representative Italian Museum of the Etruscan civilization and it is located within Villa Giulia, the suburban residence of Pope Jules III (1550-55), designed by Vignola and realized with the participation of Ammannati and Vasari. In 1889 the villa was destined to be the Museum of the pre-Roman Antiquities of Latium. Two wings were added between 1912 and 1923. Specific sections are also dedicated to Etruscan epigraphy, to the history of the Museum and to the architectonic complex of Valle Giulia. Of particular interest are the exhibits of: - the Apollo from Veio (sixth century BC) - the Sarcophagus of the Spouses from Cerveteri (sixth century BC) - the high relief and the golden thin sheets from Pyrgi (fifth century BC) - the Apollo dello Scasato from Falerii (fourth century BC) - the Centaur from Vulci (sixth century BC) - the so-called Cista Ficoroni from Palestrina (fourth century BC).
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The National Etruscan Museum in Villa Giulia is considered the most representative Italian Museum of the Etruscan civilization and is located within Villa Giulia, the suburban residence of Pope Jules III (1550-55), designed by Vignola and realized with the participation of Ammannati and Vasari. In 1889 the villa was destined to be the Museum of the pre-Roman Antiquities of Latium. Two wings were added between 1912 and 1923. Specific sections are also dedicated to Etruscan epigraphy, to the history of the Museum and to the architectonic complex of Valle Giulia. Of particular interest are the exhibits of the Apollo from Veio (sixth century BC), the Sarcophagus of the Spouses from Cerveteri (sixth century BC), the high relief and the golden thin sheets from Pyrgi (fifth century BC), the Apollo dello Scasato from Falerii (fourth century BC), the Centaur from Vulci (sixth century BC) and the so-called Cista Ficoroni from Palestrina (fourth century BC).
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- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(18)
This is a wonderful museum that deserves to be seen by more visitors. It’s a bit off the beaten path but is a lovely hidden gem with a beautiful garden. Our guide, Vincenzo, made the history of the Etruscans come alive for us. Lovely exhibits and no crowds in May when we visited.
We loved our private tour with Vincenzo. He was prompt and courteous. A spirited guide who obviously enjoys his work, Vincenzo showed us the top highlights of this very interesting, major collection of Etruscan artifacts housed in the beautiful Villa Giulia. Next time we're in Rome we will be sure to engage his services again.
Every time I return to Rome, Vincenzo is a real guarantee to live and know this extraordinary city! This time he exceeded all expectations: he accompanied us to the Etruscan Museum of Villa Giulia and, despite the enormous quantity and richness of the finds, he managed to tell us about Etruscan civilization in a clear, passionate and above all never heavy way! You can immediately perceive his great competence and love for his work: an engaging guide, never boring, able to make you go home with the feeling of having really learned something. Highly recommended without any doubt!
A guided tour to leave you speechless! Vincenzo took us through rooms and display cases with a lively, accurate presentation, rhythmized by the careful choice of topics, pieces, themes, historical insights that best suit us, enriching the visit with details, curiosity and specificity without ever being boring or redundant.
The fascinating and evolved world of the Etruscans masterfully presented by the always impeccable Vincenzo who was not limited to the ancient people but illustrated the history of the wonderful container, the splendid Villa Giulia.
Vincenzo is always a guarantee. It is not only for his undoubted preparation and the clarity of his explanations, but also for the ability to involve people both with moments of acting on his part, and by making them actively participate in the story he is telling. And then you realize two hours have passed in a heartbeat.
Vincenzo was great. Very insightful and lively. He really went above and beyond to tell us everything about the Etruscan civilization.
We organized the tour for our son's birthday (15 years old). Vincenzo, the guide, really surprised everyone. He managed to make a tour of one of the most difficult museums to talk about exciting for a group of teenagers. Highly recommended! If you want to make a historical/educational tour interesting by transforming it into a playful, fun and almost theatrical experience... this is the guide you are looking for!
Vincenzo was engaging and helped us discover details about the Etruscan civilization that were unknown to me. Good, capable of capturing attention. Thank you
Visit to the Etruscan museum of Villa Giulia, Vincenzo is confirmed to be an EXCEPTIONAL guide every time! He brought us into the world of the Etruscan people with passion professionalism. Highly recommended.
