The exhibitions and events that Rome hosts throughout the year are the perfect opportunity to immerse yourself in the art, history and culture not only of the Eternal City but of all Italy. The exhibitions range from the history of Ancient Rome to the works of Renaissance masters, contemporary art and photography. There are also international events that celebrate all the city’s aspects, including theatrical performances, musical concerts, film festivals and much more.
Romasuona
Romasuona. Music in Italy 1970–1979 at Palazzo delle Esposizioni in Rome Until July 12, 2026
The World Press Photo Exhibition 2026
The World Press Photo Exhibition 2026 is on view at the Palazzo Esposizioni Roma until June 29. The annual exhibition celebrates the very best in international photojournalism.
Vasari and Rome
Vasari and Rome: the exhibition at Musei Capitolini marks the 450th anniversary of Giorgio Vasari’s death and explores his deep connection with the Eternal City.
The Ara reveals itself
The Ara Pacis hosts an unmissable event. Until December 31, 2026, you can enjoy the immersive experience “The Ara Reveals Itself.”
Hokusai
Hokusai in Rome. Until June 29, Palazzo Bonaparte hosts an exhibition dedicated to the master of Japanese art.
Constantin Brâncuși: the origins of infinity
Constantin Brâncuși exhibition in Rome 2026 at Trajan’s Market: a journey through modern sculpture, art, history, and innovation.
Robert Doisneau
Robert Doisneau in Rome at Museo del Genio. Over 140 shots tell the story of 20th-century Paris through the lens of the French photographer.
Caravaggio and the masters of light
Caravaggio and the masters of light in Rome at the Museo Storico della Fanteria. Explore masterpieces inspired by the Italian painter.
From Vienna to Rome. Habsburg Masterpieces
From Vienna to Rome: an exhibition showcasing royal family masterpieces from the Kunsthistorisches Museum in Vienna.
The last Matisse
The last Matisse – Paper morphologies will be on display at the Museo Storico della Fanteria until June 28, 2026, offering one of the most remarkable art exhibitions in Rome in 2026.
Magic lanterns
Magic Lanterns. Photographs from the Valerio De Paolis Collection will be on display at the Museo Carlo Bilotti until September 6, 2026.
GAM 100
GAM 100 celebrates the 100th anniversary of Gallery of Modern Art with over 100 masterpieces tracing modern and contemporary art history.
Bernini and the Barberini
Bernini and the Barberini is among the most important art exhibitions in Rome. Hosted at Palazzo Barberini until June 14, 2026, it explores the relationship between Gian Lorenzo Bernini and Pope Urban VIII.
Villas and Gardens of Rome
Rome’s villas and gardens: a crown of delights stands out among the exhibitions scheduled in Rome through April 12, 2026.
Rome in the world
Until April 6th, 2026, the MAXXI Museum in Rome hosts an exhibition that tells the story of the Eternal City in our time.
Greece in Rome
Until April 12, 2026, the Capitoline Museums in Rome host the exhibition “Greece in Rome”, featuring over 150 masterpieces from ancient Greek civilization.
Cartier and Myths at the Capitoline Museums
Cartier and the Myth at the Capitoline Museums: the extraordinary exhibitions celebrating the timeless connection between Rome and the Maison.
Treasures of the Pharaohs
Until May 3, 2026, the exhibition “The Treasures of the Pharaohs” will be on display at the Scuderie del Quirinale in Rome.
Dalì. Revolution and tradition
Until February 1st, 2026, the exhibition dedicated to Dalí will be on display at Palazzo Cipolla, featuring over 60 works.
Alphonse Mucha. A triumph of beauty and seduction
Alphonse Mucha. A triumph of beauty and seduction exhibition in Rome 2025 at Palazzo. Bonaparte. Featuring 150 masterpieces, this extraordinary event traces the artistic journey of Alphonse Mucha, one of the greatest masters of Art Nouveau.
Chromotherapia. Feel-good color photography
Villa Medici is hosting the exhibition “Chromotherapia. Feel-good color photography” until June 9 — an immersive journey through 20th-century color photography, where art, emotion, and visual experimentation take center stage.
Richard Avedon. Italian days
Among the most captivating photography exhibitions in Rome, Richard Avedon. Italian Days, on view at the Gagosian Gallery until May 17, is a must-see.
Global Baroque: The World in Rome in the Age of Bernini
Until July 13, the Scuderie del Quirinale host the exhibition “Global Baroque: The World in Rome in the Age of Bernini in the Age of Bernini”.
The Art of the Popes. From Perugino to Barocci
In the heart of Rome, within the evocative setting of Castel Sant’Angelo, the extraordinary exhibition The Art of the Popes: From Perugino to Barocci comes to life. Among the 38 masterpieces on display, visitors will find works by renowned painters such as Perugino, Andrea del Sarto, and Annibale Carracci.
Frida Kahlo: through the lens of Nickolas Muray
Until July 20, the Museo Storico della Fanteria in Rome hosts the photo exhibition Frida Kahlo: through the lens of Nickolas Muray, featuring over 60 images shown in the Capital for the first time.
Caravaggio 2025
The Caravaggio 2025 exhibition will be at the Galleria Nazionala di Arte Antica in Palazzo Barberini until July 6.
Flowers. Art from the Renaissance to Artificial Intelligence
Until January 18th, 2026, Chiostro del Bramante hosts “Flowers. From the Renaissance to Artificial Intelligence”, an immersive exhibition dedicated to nature.
Tony Cragg. Infinite forme
The exhibition Tony Cragg. Endless forms most beautiful will be at the Baths of Diocletian until May 4, 2025.
Tony Cragg. Endless forms most beautiful
The exhibition Tony Cragg. Endless forms most beautiful will be at the Baths of Diocletian until May 4, 2025.
Munch. The inner scream
Until June 2, 2025, Palazzo Bonaparte will host the exhibition Munch. The inner scream.
Over 100 works by one of the most beloved—and at the same time, one of the most complex—artists.
Memorabile. Ipermoda
Until Aprile 27, Gallery 5 at MAXXI hosts the exhibition Memorabilia. Ipermoda, an in-depth exploration of contemporary fashion from 2015 to today.
Gabriele Basilico. Roma
Until May 4, 2025, the Museo Nazionale Romano at Palazzo Altemps hosts the exhibition Gabriele Basilico. Rome, marking the 80th anniversary of the photographer’s birth.
Salvador Dalí: Between Art and Myth.
From January 25 to July 27, 2025, the Museo storico della fanteria hosts the exhibition “Salvador Dalí: Between Art and Myth.” Around 80 works narrate the universe of the great Spanish artist.
Balloon Museum – Euphoяia-Art is in the Air
Until March 30, 2025, the spaces of La Nuvola in Rome host the event Euphoяia – Art is in the air of the Balloon Museum. 20 interactive contemporary art installations, dedicated to euphoria.
Mirò – The dream builder
Until November 30, 2025, the Museo storico della Fanteria in Rome hosts the exhibition Mirò – The Dream Builder.
The time of Futurism
Until April 27, 2025, the national gallery of modern and contemporary art hosts the exhibition The time of futurism, on the occasion of the 80th anniversary of Filippo Tommaso Marinetti’s death.
Giuseppe Primoli and the charm of the East
Until 26 January 2025 the Napoleonic Museum hosts the exhibition Giuseppe Primoli and the charm of the East
Guercino. The Ludovisi era in Rome
Until 26 January 2025 the exhibition Guercino. The Ludovisi era in Rome will be hosted at the Scuderie del Quirinale
Roma Pittrice. Female artists between the 16th and 19th centuries
Until May 4, 2025 Palazzo Braschi hosts the exhibition Roma Pittrice. Female artists between the 16th and 19th centuries.
Penelope
Until January 19, 2025, the archaeological area of the Roman Forum and Palatine hosts the Penelope exhibition. Around fifty works that reconstruct the figure of Penelope, telling her timeless myth.
Aesthetics of Deformation
Until the 2nd of February 2025, the Galleria d’arte moderna in Rome hosts the exhibition Aesthetics of Deformation. Protagonists of Italian Expressionism. There will be 130 works from the collezione Iannaccone collection in Milan
Botero
The largest exhibition held in Rome on Fernando Botero will be hosted in the rooms of Palazzo Bonaparte from September 17, 2024 to January 19, 2025.
Monet and the impressionists – Digital Experience
The Next Museum in Rome hosts the exhibition Monet and the Impressionists – Digital experience from the 6th of September 2024 until the 31st of January 2025.
Journey into Pop Art
From the 13th of September 2024 to 31st of March 2025 La Vaccheria in Rome hosts the exhibition Journey into Pop Art: a new way to love things. The exhibition includes around 200 works on loan from private collections.
Circo Maximo Experience
The augmented reality project allows you to enter into one of the symbolic places of Rome, the Circus Maximus, and to relive its ancient splendor.