Santa Chiara Monastery and Majolica Cloister

The monastery dates from the 14th century. The Gothic church beside it was rebuilt after bomb damage in 1943, and the cloister was redecorated with majolica in the 18th century. One ticket takes you through the cloister, the museum, the archaeological area, the library and an 18th century nativity scene. Photograph the tiles in the middle of the day, when the light reaches the garden.

What to look for

• The majolica tiled cloister
• The painted benches with scenes of daily life
• The archaeological area
• The 18th century nativity scene

Opening hours

Monday to Saturday 09:30 to 17:00, Sunday 10:00 to 14:00. Last entry is 30 minutes before closing. Tickets are sold only at the site.

Source: Complesso Monumentale di Santa Chiara, checked October 5, 2026

Tickets and booking

Adult ticket €7. One ticket covers the cloister, museum, archaeological area, library and nativity scene. Reduced prices apply to students, teachers and visitors over 65.

Getting there

Dante station on Metro Line 1 is about ten minutes away, and the complex sits on Via Santa Chiara next to the Gesù Nuovo church.

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Tip

Go on a weekday morning, when the cloister is quiet and you can look at the tiled benches without a crowd.