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Art Exhibitions · Saturday, October 24, 2026

Sappho: the Spirit of Poetry

About

A two-part exhibition in the Farnese Aviaries on the Palatine Hill: one pavilion presents the historical Sappho through vases, sculpture, paintings and manuscripts, the other her legend from the 1800s to pop culture in a rose-scented garden setting. Runs from 15 October 2026 to 31 January 2027, accessible with the Colosseum–Forum–Palatine, Forum Pass Super, Full Experience or Only Arena tickets (from €18, €2 for EU citizens aged 18–25). Winter closing is 4:30 PM, last entry 3:30 PM.

Good to know

Date & timeSaturday, October 24, 20269:00 AM
WhereColosseum Archaeological ParkPiazza del Colosseo, 00184 RomaColosseum Archaeological Park, Rome
PriceFrom €18 / €2 EU ages 18–25 (park tickets)
CheckedBy a person against the venue's own listing, Oct 24, 2026How we verify
Oct24Saturday, 9:00 AMColosseum Archaeological Park
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Questions people ask

When is Sappho: The Spirit of Poetry?＋
Saturday, October 24, 2026 at 9:00 AM, running until Sunday, January 31, 2027.
Where is it held?＋
At Colosseum Archaeological Park, Piazza del Colosseo, 00184 Roma. Colosseo (Metro B).
How much does it cost?＋
From €18 / €2 EU ages 18–25 (park tickets), as printed on the organizer's listing. Prices can change, so the booking page has the final word.
How do I book a spot?＋
Through the organizer's own page, linked from the booking button on this page. We do not sell tickets or take a cut; we list what the venue publishes and send you to it.
What else is on at Colosseum Archaeological Park?＋
3 other listings on our calendar, including Troy and Rome: Myths, Legends and Stories of the Ancient Mediterranean (Oct 24), Free First Sunday at the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine (Nov 1) and Free Admission Day at the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine (Nov 4). The venue page lists them all.

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