villa reale

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  TravelingJenni1995

  My girls, 10 and 12, and I had the place to ourselves with the exception of the staffer following at a descrete distance. There was no rush and we were able to enjoy the beautifully painted ceilings, displays of period dresses, jewelery and uniforms. Most rooms were sparsely furnished with the exceptions of the fully set dining table and hunting room. Nicely preserved marble baths, dressing table and dressing room. The library is in wonderful shape, but seems so empty without books.The tour ends like most do, in the gift shop. Unfortunately there are no photo books about the villa, just a few postcards. Photos are not allowed in the villa (I asked before entering) and I would have liked a keepsake even if it were only available in Italian.We finished the self tour in less than the usual hour, mostly because we were unable to read anything more than names and dates on the information signs. I do believe the price is rather high (20 euro for adults and 15 euro for children) considering how few rooms are open to the public at this point.I hope to return when the weather is warmer and enjoy time in the gardens and park. I do hope they will continue to renovate rooms and furnishings in this beautiful villa.

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  aldat218

  didn't like the restoration works. Difficult to explain, but it looks as if little or no aesthetical choice was taken. All the rooms look the same.

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  DFD1303

  We visited the Villa, Park and Rose Garden recently. It seems that there is about another month's work to go on the main building before it is open to the public. Groups through a local tour guide can access the apartments at this point in time.When the restoration of the Villa is complete it will be a major tourist attraction for Monza and even Milan. This Palace (not Villa) is really beautiful.Don't miss it if you go anywhere near Monza.But check directly with Villa Reale that it is open when you wish to visit it (don't rely on the information on the internet, like we did).

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  DenisANDAmanda

  For many years the Villa has been under extensive renos and hasn't been open for tours. Finally it seems the works are completed and it is open again. Had the chance to visit it after many years, absolutely OUTSTANDING! Not to sound pretentious, but this monument could easily top the Louvre in Paris.

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  metalauren

  The restoration of the villa is impressive, but there is no period furniture and very very few paintings. Nice for a stroll but not very stimulating. Video displays show the before and after pictures and the work that went into it. But after the first few apartments, you feel like you have seen it all. I saw it for free, and I would have been mad if I paid the full 12 euro.

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  D5953ZPdavidb

  Now with a new cafe downstairs and restaurant......a walk in the park....what a great way to spend the day!

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  Elena0103

  You can enjoy fresh air. Evrybody go this park for a walk with children or dogs - is usual.preferable visit during warm time

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  Jalan2014

  Beautifully restored and curated. The villa is a joy to see with the original furniture and brocade. Well worth the time!

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  ianm991

  We visited the villa reale with frienda from Monza who had been before the extensive renovations.The work done has made a great visitor attraction and when we visited we waited 1hourto enter.We walked around the gardens till our slot cAME around.We had a guide and also an audio guide in English for the entry fee.The tour of the villa lasts about 1hour and was informative and the guide took time to make sure we understood.Well worth as visit!

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  Pompea

  We visited the newly created Villa Reale Museum. It has on display, the rooms. and private quarters of the orginal Summer Villa and includes King Umberto and Queen Margherita's wardrobes as well as their childrens' berceau and beautiful outfits