📍 Piazza del Campidoglio
📅 From 13 May to 1 November 2026
🕘 Every day, 9:30 AM – 7:30 PM (last admission one hour before closing)
In the heart of Rome, just a short walk from the wonders of the Capitoline Hill, the Capitoline Museums host the fascinating exhibition “Angels. Messengers, Guardians and Wayfarers. The Sublime Creatures from Antiquity to Contemporary Art”, an extraordinary journey through centuries of art, spirituality and symbolism.
One year after the passing of Pope Francis, the exhibition pays tribute to the “Bishop of the Poor”, exploring the profound meaning of angels as messengers of hope, guardians of humanity and companions along life’s journey.
The exhibition brings together extraordinary works from some of Italy’s most important museums and private collections, tracing the evolution of the angelic image from medieval art to contemporary interpretations. Through paintings, sculptures and precious ancient materials, visitors can admire masterpieces by artists such as Pietro da Cortona, Carlo Dolci and Guercino, alongside modern works that reinterpret the figure of the angel through symbolic and poetic perspectives.
The exhibition is divided into three thematic sections:
- The Messengers, angels who announce and bring hope;
- The Guardians, symbols of protection and divine presence;
- The Wayfarers, celestial figures who accompany and guide humanity’s journey.
A unique experience combining art, history and spirituality in one of Rome’s most evocative settings. A perfect opportunity to enrich your stay in the Eternal City with an inspiring cultural visit, surrounded by the beauty of the Capitoline Museums and the historic Piazza del Campidoglio.