
Leonardo da Vinci Museum: the Universal Genius and His Works
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Based on 76 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is Leonardo da Vinci Museum: the Universal Genius and His Works worth booking?
Leonardo da Vinci Museum: the Universal Genius and His Works is a 0.8-hour experience in Rome, Italy, from $6 per person. It scores 67 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.4/5 rating across 76 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 67 / 100
- Rating
- 4.4/5 (76)
- Duration
- 0.8 hours
- From
- $6 per person
Enjoy exploring the studies of Leonardo da Vinci visiting the exhibition Mostra di Leonardo da Vinci il Genio e le Invenzioni. The exhibition situated between the famous squares Piazza Navona and Campo de' Fiori, at Piaz
What you get
- Admission to the Leonardo da Vinci Exhibition
About this experience
Enjoy exploring the studies of Leonardo da Vinci visiting the exhibition Mostra di Leonardo da Vinci il Genio e le Invenzioni. The exhibition situated between the famous squares Piazza Navona and Campo de' Fiori, at Piazza della Cancelleria 1 in Rome, covers 1000 square meters. This surface is divided into the four elements of nature: earth, fire, air and water. Have fun touching and trying more than 67 machines in real life scale, experience Leonardo's work in a magical way with the 9 holograms and get impressed by an archeologic area dating back from 43 b.C.!!! To see this exhibition you will need more or less 40 minutes; with a guide it will take you less more than one hour.
What's included
Included
- Admission to the Leonardo da Vinci Exhibition
Not included
- Audioguides are not included. They are available at an extra rate at the entrance
What you'll see and do
You can discover the genius of Leonardo da Vinci in this exhibition admiring more than 65 reproductions on real-life scale of his drawings of machines. You can touch and try many of them. Holograms in 3D and videomapping make this experience even more contemporary next to interactive. In the end of the exhibition there is also a hidden treasure: you can see an underground pond containing the tomb of Aulo Irzio, dating 43 B.C.!
Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Rome
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, ru, pt, en, it, pl, fr, ro, he, nl, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Mostra di Leonardo
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- The exhibition is closed at December 25th
- Minimum of 40 min. needed to visit the museum
- Audioguides can be rented on your arrival at the exhibition in these languages: Italian, Spanish, English, French, German, Portoghese, Russian, Dutch, Romanian, Polish and Hebrew
- The address is: Piazza della Cancelleria 1
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 76 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Good for families
3 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Traveler reviews
76 verified traveler reviews for Leonardo da Vinci Museum: the Universal Genius and His Works. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Short and easy
Short and easy visit - very suitable for kids with plenty of experience to try. The building itself is beautiful. Ideal as an « end of day » visit
via Tripadvisor
Short detour only
Was as expected, it was interesting but short. Good for kids who are studying Leonardo in school. A short detour but nit a main attraction
via Viator
We enjoyed the...
We enjoyed the experience. Wonderful sightseeing and Information. Staff were friendly too. We enjoyed the activities
via Viator
Leonardo da Vinci museum with family
I booked with Viator these tickets with English language guide , when I got to the museum they told me I needed to pay extra it was not included , really disappointing started the tour badly for us as a family
via Viator
Very educative
Nice, good location, perfect exposition and explanation
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 0.8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 5+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $6 to $9
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 27
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 67
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Leonardo da Vinci Museum: the Universal Genius and His Works: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Rome.
How much does Leonardo da Vinci Museum: the Universal Genius and His Works cost?
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Prices start at $6 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Rome usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Leonardo da Vinci Museum: the Universal Genius and His Works take?
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Plan for about 0.8 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Rome is not rushed.
Is Leonardo da Vinci Museum: the Universal Genius and His Works worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 67 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.4/5 across 76 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Rome, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Leonardo da Vinci Museum: the Universal Genius and His Works?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Leonardo da Vinci Museum: the Universal Genius and His Works suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 5. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 0.8-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book Leonardo da Vinci Museum: the Universal Genius and His Works?
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Around 27 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Rome can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Rome and add a light layer if any part of the 0.8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Leonardo da Vinci Museum: the Universal Genius and His Works start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Rome within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Rome?
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Rome runs on skip-the-line access. The Colosseum underground, the Vatican before opening, and the catacombs south of the walls all require a licensed operator, and the price gap between the good ones and the rest is smaller than you would expect. We rank by guide credentials, group size and how reliably the promised access actually materialises. On Outty we rank every Rome experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Rome Pasta and Tiramisu Class: Ravioli, Fettuccine & Fine Wine 5*, Pasta Making & Wine Tasting with Dinner in Frascati from Rome, Rome: Pizza & Tiramisu or Gelato Class with Flowing Fine Wine 5*. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Rome?
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April, May, September and October. August is hot and half the city is shut. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Rome?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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