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The Napoleonic Museum in Rome is a treasure trove for history buffs. Located in an elegant palace, it houses an impressive collection of artifacts related to Napoleon Bonaparte and his family. The exhibits include paintings, furniture, and personal belongings, offering a fascinating glimpse into the Napoleonic era. The atmosphere is welcoming and perfect for a relaxing visit, full of culture and history. A must-see for anyone wishing to better understand this iconic figure!

Free-entry museum in the capital, offering a vast collection of paintings, statues and relics from the Napoleonic era in a very evocative setting.

Always good to see Napoleon. Even better when its free!

A quiet moment of refinement in the Eternal City, spent at the exquisite Museo Napoleonico. Housed within the historic Palazzo Primoli, this is not merely a museum but a preserved slice of history, offered to the city of Rome by Count Giuseppe Primoli The brilliance lies in its intimate ‘museum-house’ atmosphere, showcasing five generations of the Bonaparte family’s life in Rome and it’s an immersive experience, arranged to feel like you’ve stepped into the private residence of the Bonaparte family itself.It provides a rare, elegant glimpse into their post-imperial lives. The collection, a generous donation from Count Giuseppe Primoli, a direct descendant of Napoleon’s brother Lucien, beautifully chronicles five generations of the family and their deep ties to the Eternal City. From official imperial portraits to intimate, everyday mementos, the items here feel incredibly personal. The atmosphere is quiet, refined, and allows you to imagine the lives of historical figures like Napoleon’s sisters, Zénaïde and Charlotte, whose portraits by the master Jacques-Louis David hang on the walls. The collection is personal and profound: an exquisite period furniture, and humble relics that bridge the gap between historical figures and real people.

A truly worthwhile museum for anyone interested in this era. No tourist crowds, a real treat to be able to look at everything in peace and quiet, and it's free too! Millione grazie!

A very beautiful and elegant structure full of things to see

Free museum full of historical material

A museum housing a large collection of beautiful porcelain and exquisite objects that belonged to the Bonaparte family. From the clothing, which attests to the truly small size of individuals in the 18th century, to the books, jewelry, and furnishings, everything is remarkably well preserved and displayed.

Too beautiful and also the story that tells it all

One of Rome's many free museums. Open Tuesday to Sunday, 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., it houses Napoleonic-era family portraits, marble busts, and furniture. All this is housed in a 19th-century palazzo with frescoed ceilings.