Michelangelo Buonarroti, one of the greatest artists of Renaissance art, left an indelible mark on the city of Rome with his extraordinary works. If you want to admire Michelangelo’s works in Rome, there are several places where you can do it. Here are some of the main places:
St. Peter’s Basilica: Michelangelo left a monumental mark on St. Peter’s Basilica, the largest Catholic church in the world. The most famous work is certainly the “Pietà”, a masterpiece sculpted by the young Michelangelo which depicts the Virgin Mary with the body of Jesus after the crucifixion. You can admire this sculpture inside St. Peter’s Basilica. MAPS
Sistine Chapel: One of Rome’s most iconic sights, the Sistine Chapel is home to Michelangelo’s celebrated ‘Last Judgment’ fresco painted on the altar wall. In addition, Michelangelo also frescoed the ceiling of the chapel with stories from Genesis, including the famous “Creation of Adam” scene. TICKET HERE
Piazza del Campidoglio: Michelangelo was involved in the design and construction of the Piazza del Campidoglio, one of the most important squares in Rome. He designed the facade of the Palazzo dei Senatori, the Palazzo Nuovo and the famous equestrian statue of Marcus Aurelius. MAPS
Basilica of Santa Maria degli Angeli e dei Martiri: Michelangelo contributed to the design of this basilica, located inside the Baths of Diocletian, creating the magnificent “Meridiana”, a sundial placed on the southern wall of the church. MAPS
Church of San Pietro in Vincoli: In this church, you can admire one of Michelangelo’s most famous sculptures, the “Moses”. This sculpture is part of the funeral monument of Pope Julius II and represents the prophet Moses with the tables of the Ten Commandments. MAPS
Be sure to check the opening hours and reservation information for each venue, as some sites may require advance reservations. Admire the works of Michelangelo and be captivated by his extraordinary artistic brilliance as you explore the Eternal City!
