Castelvecchio Museum

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Undisputed symbol of the Scaliger dynasty and one of the main points of interest in Verona, Castelvecchio stands majestically in the city center, reminding everyone, with its grandeur and nobility, who the rulers of the city were.

Built between 1354 and 1356, Castelvecchio is the most important military monument of the Della Scala lordship, a dynasty that ruled Verona for one hundred and twenty-five years, from 1262 to 1387.
The castle was originally named San Martino in Aquaro, a toponym possibly linked to its proximity to the Adigetto and to a bridge that crossed the canal or the Adige, and it took the current name of Castelvecchio only after the construction of the castles San Felice and San Pietro.
Today, Castelvecchio is the most important museum in the city and houses significant collections of medieval, Renaissance, and modern art (up to the 18th century), with twenty-nine rooms where precious collections of Italian and foreign painting, sculpture, archaeological finds, ancient weapons, miniatures, ceramics, goldsmith works, and the ancient city bells can be admired.

The complex is divided into the Court of the Royal Palace, the Arms Court, the Keep, and the Bridge.

The building underwent considerable restoration at the end of the 1950s, which was closely collaborated on by then-director Licisco Magagnato and architect Carlo Scarpa, making it one of the most complete and well-preserved interventions, designed to embody the idea of a museum as a total work of art. Scarpa, with his innovative approach, created a museum path that harmoniously integrates the exhibited works with the historical architecture of the castle.

The Museum also boasts the prestigious Carlo Scarpa Archive, which recently launched its new website: the portal now allows for the consultation of high-resolution graphic material, with the possibility to freely download a selection of drawings.

FAQ

Are all areas of the castle accessible? 
The castle is completely visitable.

Is there a ticket to only access the walkway of the walls?
The ticket is unique and includes a visit to the museum rooms and access to the walkway of the walls.

Can photographs be taken inside the Museum?
Personal photography is allowed, but reproducing individual works requires specific permission. Photographs of paintings and other artistic artifacts must be taken without the use of flash.

Is the monument accessible for people with disabilities?
The Castelvecchio Museum is partially accessible to disabled individuals with mobility difficulties. The Museum is equipped with an elevator (measuring 120x120 cm internally, with an entrance door width of 80 cm), which allows access only to the Gallery of Paintings (works from the 16th to the 18th century). A wheelchair is available at the ticket office upon request. There is a pathway for the visually impaired in the rooms.

Is it possible to access the monument with animals?
Access to the monument is only permitted with small dogs exclusively in appropriate bags (carriers). Guide dogs for the visually impaired, assistance dogs for the disabled, and alert dogs (diabetes, epilepsy, etc.) are always allowed. Dogs are not permitted during guided tours; coffee breaks; setups; in case of particular temporary exhibitions that require special maintenance; if female, during heat and pregnancy; and if sick. For complete admission requirements to the site of interest and the responsibilities of those visiting the museum with a dog, we invite you to review the full text of the pet policy attached.

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