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Capodimonte Museum: Exclusive Tour with an Art Historian

Discover one of Italy’s most important art museums inside a magnificent royal palace overlooking the city of Naples. During this 2hour guided tour, visitors will explore the highlights of the Museo e Real Bosco di Capodimonte, home to an extraordinary collection of artworks ranging from the MiddleAges to the 19th century. You will admire masterpieces by some of the most renowned Italian artists, including Raphael, Titian, Parmigianino, Masaccio, and Caravaggio. Special attention is given to the Farnese Collection, featuring exceptional examples of Renaissance and Mannerist art. The visit continues with the Neapolitan School of painting, where the dramatic influence of Caravaggio and his followers reveals the artistic vitality of Naples in the 17th century. You will learn how the city became one of the major cultural capitals of Europe during the Baroque period. The tour concludes with a brief overview of the Real Bosco di Capodimonte, the historic royal park surrounding the palace.