Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel
SCULPTURE, RAPHAEL AND THE SISTINE CHAPEL
05 / PORTRAITS IN A HISTORIC PALACE
Doria Pamphilj displays Velázquez’s Innocent X among paintings, sculpture, mirrors and decorated rooms.
Published date exception: 2026-12-25, closed. Confirm the museum calendar before visiting.
Researched schedule through 2026-12-31. Later dates need an official recheck.

Galleria Doria Pamphilj displays its paintings in richly decorated palace rooms. Velázquez’s portrait of Pope Innocent X and Bernini’s marble portrait of the same pope are two highlights.
The Hall of Mirrors combines paintings, sculpture and reflections beneath a painted ceiling.
Allow around ninety minutes to two hours. The included audio guide is available in Italian, English, French and Spanish.

The gallery is closed on Wednesdays. Monday, Tuesday and Thursday hours are 09:00–19:00; Friday to Sunday hours are 10:00–20:00.
Last entry is one hour before closing.
Christmas Day, New Year’s Day and Easter are also listed closures.
Adult admission is €16 at the ticket office or €17 when booked online. Under-twelves enter free, with a €1 online reservation charge.
Online tickets cannot be changed or refunded. Late arrivals may be refused entry.
There is no cloakroom. Large bags and backpacks are prohibited.
Last reviewed: . Check the museum’s website for current hours and ticket prices.
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