If you’re looking for something different from ancient ruins and Renaissance paintings, this is an excellent choice. Rome’s National Gallery of Modern and Contemporary Art houses the most complete collection of artworks of Italian and foreign art from the period between the 19th and 21st centuries. Including paintings, drawings, sculptures, and installations, the collection of around 20,000 artworks represents the main artistic movements of the last two centuries. After spending 1-2 hours, you will gain a solid overview of the collection. Don't forget to visit the gallery’s café, which is often overlooked by visitors, to take a break after your visit.
This museum is really lovely. Each room is elegantly spaced with a good mix of classic pieces and interesting futurismo on display. It wasn't too busy when we arrived after lunch. However, there was a line when we were leaving about 2 hours later. It's €15 per person. We particularly loved the lions displayed on the steps. This isn't a place for children. Overall, it’s a good experience, and we recommend it to couples or adults.
Great museum! Although you can only visit the ground floor for now due to renovations on the first and second floors, there are many beautiful paintings and art installations to enjoy. The interior garden is amazing, and you must visit it.
A great way to spend your money. You can leave your backpack in a locker, the bathrooms are spotless, and there is plenty of art and rooms to explore. I loved my visit, although when I went in late October, the second floor was closed for renovations. Still, I would recommend anyone visiting Rome to take a stroll through the adjacent park.
I was initially hesitant to visit this place after reading some reviews. As a big museum enthusiast, I got nervous due to comments about the lack of curation. Yet, I still decided to go!
AND, I loved it!
The museum took me about an hour to explore, revealing some amazing pieces inside. The first room can feel a bit overwhelming, but I interpreted it as an adventure to see which piece resonates with me. The space encourages you to view each piece that calls to you. I had a wonderful time with that. If you prefer a traditional museum layout, I suggest you be open to just going with the flow in this one.
