Splendor of Courts in Rome: Popes, Cardinals, Collectors

Step back into the opulent world of Rome’s aristocracy and papal courts on this walking tour. Discover the artistic treasures and grand architecture that reflect the power and prestige of Rome's popes, cardinals, and elite collectors. Begin at the Barberini Palace, an architectural masterpiece brimming with Baroque art, including works by Caravaggio and Raphael. Marvel at the grandeur of its main hall, adorned with the Baroque apotheosis of the Barberini family—a dazzling fresco celebrating their legacy, taking you into a world of opulence and beauty. Rome, as the center of artistic innovation, comes alive as you continue to the Doria Pamphilj Gallery, housed in one of the city’s most lavish private palaces. This gallery showcases an extraordinary collection of masterpieces by Velázquez, Titian, and other greats. This journey through art and history unveils the stories of ambition, devotion, and taste that shaped Rome's cultural legacy.