Palazzo Pamphilj

Centro Storico


Commissioned by Giovanni Battista Pamphilj to celebrate his election as Pope Innocent X in 1644, this elegant baroque palazzo (1650) has been home to the Brazilian Embassy since 1920. Visits are by 40-minute guided tour (in Italian or Portuguese) and must be booked in advance. See the website for details.

The palazzo also hosts occasional art exhibitions at its Galleria Candido Portinari.


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