The Colonna Gallery

The tour will start from Via della Pilotta, today official entrance to the gallery. Going through a tiny staircase you will be all of a sudden transported back in time and feel like a noble of the XVII century. The Great Hall will marvel you with its splendor and the aboaundance of works of art. This at the time became the perfect example of how a collection had to be displayed. The Colonna were pioneer in the mecenatism of the arts in Rome and their collection became "THE COLLECTION". The family has always been linked to the history of Rome and to the Papacy, being part of the most important historical events of the city, just to metion the victory of Lepanto against the Turks. The visit will continue to teh gardens from where you will admire a stunning view of Rome. You can extend the visit with the apartment of the Princess Isabel, open now to the public, to get a better idea also of the lifestyle of a roman noble. Please contact me for customization.