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Photo courtesy of ho visto nina volare -
Photo courtesy of ho visto nina volare
Museo Nazionale delle Arti del XXI Secolo (MAXXI)
Type: Architecture, Art & Culture, Art Museums, Museums
10Best Says
The new kid on the block in Rome is the MAXXI museum (Museo di Arte del XXI Secolo) which opened in 2010 in the Flaminio area. The museum has the famous Iraqi-born architect Zaha Hadid to thank for... Read More
The new kid on the block in Rome is the MAXXI museum (Museo di Arte del XXI Secolo) which opened in 2010 in the Flaminio area. The museum has the famous Iraqi-born architect Zaha Hadid to thank for its stunning 60 million euro design and creation. The MAXXI holds some of Italy's most prized contemporary pieces of art and is divided into two sections, namely "MAXXI art" and "MAXXI architecture". It also contains a library specializing in art and architecture and galleries where exhibitions and special performances are held. The museum also takes part in the annual Rome International Film Festival held in November. TRAM:2. BUS: 53, 217, 280, 910.
Hours:
- Tue-Fri,: Sun; 11am-7pm
- Sat: 11am-10pm
Admissions:
- Adult 11; Child (0-14) Free
EXPERT TIPS BY:
Maria Pasquale
Rome Local Expert
- Museums: "Visit their website regularly for their regular event program for concerts and other performances especially during summer."
- Best Attractions & Activities: "In the summer months, the MAXXI sometimes organizes free events such as musical performances, lectures and concerts."
- Family-Friendly Museums: "Visit the website before your visit as they run a strong educational programming for children and occasional concerts."
- Best for Museums Because: The MAXXI is a centre of excellence when it comes to modern and contemporary art.
- Recommended as Best Attractions & Activities Because: MAXXI is Rome's center of excellence when it comes to modern and contemporary art.
- Best for Family-Friendly Museums Because: Not only the site of some of Italy's best contemporary art but great for families with their outdoor courtyard for kids to roam free Tuesdays through Sundays.
