Ara Pacis Museum

Ara Pacis Museum ranks among the most celebrated cultural institutions in Europe. Housed in a historic landmark of grand architectural standing, the museum safeguards centuries of artistic genius and timeless treasures. No trip to Rome is complete without a visit to the glorious Ara Pacis Museum, where the ancient and contemporary worlds collide. The museum showcases the Emperor Augustus’s amazing ‘Altar of Peace’ wrapped inside a magnificent travertine and glass blanket designed by contemporary architectural maestro Richard Meier.

Wandering through its luminous galleries, visitors encounter an extraordinary concentration of fine art, master paintings, and sculptural triumphs. The curatorial installation guides travelers on an illuminating journey across the major artistic movements that shaped Western civilization.

Beyond the fame of its individual masterworks, Ara Pacis Museum captivates with the harmony of its monumental spaces and natural light. An essential cultural destination, it offers both seasoned connoisseurs and first-time visitors a profoundly inspiring museum experience.