Rome Gallery Borghese Private Guided Tour

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Experience Highlights

Discover one of the jewels of Renaissance art in Rome with this private guided tour of the Borghese Gallery. Accompanied by an expert art historian, you will walk through this famous 17th century gallery admiring masterpieces by Bernini, Caravaggio, Titian, Raphael and many more. An intimate tour, tailored to your interests, to understand in depth the artistic and cultural context of each work.

The tour lasts approximately 2 hours and is conducted by a professional guide in English, Spanish, French, Italian or Portuguese (choose your language when booking). The meeting point is Piazzale Scipione Borghese, right in front of the gallery.

  • Admire masterpieces by Bernini, Caravaggio and Raphael.
  • Private guide expert in art history.
  • Explore also the gardens of the Villa Borghese.

What’s included

  • 2-hour private guided tour of the Borghese Gallery
  • Professional guide
  • Entrance to the Borghese Gallery

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Step by Step

Live an unforgettable art experience by touring the majestic Galleria Borghese in Rome, one of the most fascinating museums in the world. This 17th-century palace, located in the middle of the Villa Borghese gardens, houses an art collection that stands out for its beauty and quality, being home to some of the most iconic sculptures and paintings of the Renaissance and Baroque periods.

During this two-hour private tour, your guide - a specialist art historian - will lead you through each room, revealing the hidden secrets and meanings of the works. From the emotional power of Bernini 's sculptures such as Apollo and Daphne or The Rape of Proserpina, to the contrasts of light and shadow in Caravaggio's paintings, every detail is brought to life with the expert's explanations.

You will also have the opportunity to contemplate works by Titian, Raphael and Correggio, while learning about the patronage of Cardinal Scipione Borghese and the historical context of this private collection transformed into a museum. Thanks to the intimate nature of the tour, you will be able to ask questions and stop at the pieces that interest you most.

Once you have finished your visit inside the gallery, you will have time to stroll through the peaceful Villa Borghese Gardens, considered one of the most beautiful parks in Rome. And if you wish, you can visit the Church of Santa Maria del Popolo, another artistic treasure where works by Caravaggio are also preserved.

Reviews

4.7
· 1350 Reviews
  • O
    O.
    5
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    Everything was perfect, I'm usually very critical with guided tours but this time I had no problems with anything, I'm very happy.
  • M
    M.
    5
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    Incredible guide, that's a great way to do a tour. An art animal, we are very happy to have been able to talk to him after the tour, although we would have liked it to last a little longer.
  • M
    M.
    5
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    Spectacular, we really enjoyed the tour.
  • M
    M.
    5
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    The best thing about Rome without a doubt, we loved the place. Everything we can express in words is too little for the sensations that being there gives you. If you have the opportunity to go to Rome you are obliged to take this tour.
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