Italy Art + Museum pictures

• Europe
• World

Romanesque and Byzantine architecture meld together in the monumental façade of this superb basilica, which was built in the years following St. Anthony’s death.

Study the art canvas by Rubens, enjoy the mesmerizing opulence of the nave and note the influence of the Jesuits at this elegant church.

Housed inside a monastic complex on the outskirts of Brescia, this automobile-themed museum chronicles the story of the historic Mille Miglia road race. 

Inspect the fabulous frescoes and chandeliers and climb the tower to see the former secret jail that detained renowned inmates.

Relax in wine bars and restaurants, take a walking tour and discover the famous Colosseum and other historic sites in one of Rome’s prominent districts.

Experience the grandeur of this 18th-century treasure where ballet and theater productions have been hosted within its sumptuous Sala Grande since Napoleonic times.

This 16th-century chapel showcases Italian religious art, from marble sculptures to eerie anatomical creations. 

This former monastery is home to some of the most notable artworks in Europe, and stands out for its neoclassical and romantic collections.

Soak up the natural beauty and fairy-tale romance of this historic village perched on the shores of Lake Trasimeno, where culture, cuisine and history await. 

Relax in wine bars and restaurants, take a walking tour and discover the famous Colosseum and other historic sites in one of Rome’s prominent districts.

This former monastery is home to some of the most notable artworks in Europe, and stands out for its neoclassical and romantic collections.

Profess your love beneath Juliet’s balcony at this historic home, said to have once belonged to the star of Shakespeare’s classic love story.

Soak up the natural beauty and fairy-tale romance of this historic village perched on the shores of Lake Trasimeno, where culture, cuisine and history await. 

This 16th-century chapel showcases Italian religious art, from marble sculptures to eerie anatomical creations. 

Marvel at the extraordinary cycle of frescos that portray court life and legends in this castle, which stands precariously atop a large rock.

Relax in this town’s charming central plaza to see the medieval structures that surround it. Take a trip to the majestic moated castle.

Relax in this town’s charming central plaza to see the medieval structures that surround it. Take a trip to the majestic moated castle.

Soak up the natural beauty and fairy-tale romance of this historic village perched on the shores of Lake Trasimeno, where culture, cuisine and history await. 

This former monastery is home to some of the most notable artworks in Europe, and stands out for its neoclassical and romantic collections.

Famed for its art and architecture, this bike-friendly medieval city sits nestled amid a valley of vineyards and surrounded by soaring Dolomite peaks.

Soak up the natural beauty and fairy-tale romance of this historic village perched on the shores of Lake Trasimeno, where culture, cuisine and history await. 

This 16th-century chapel showcases Italian religious art, from marble sculptures to eerie anatomical creations. 

Caribbean-style beaches, excellent bird spotting and excursions into an unblemished hinterland await at this coastal resort on Sardinia’s northeast coastline.