Borghese Gallery Tour & Tickets: With Bernini, Caravaggio & Raphael
Highlights
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Skip the line at the stunning Borghese Gallery.
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Enjoy a friendly and intimate small group setting.
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Get context into each piece from your art historian guide.
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View masterpieces by Caravaggio, Raphael, and Canova.
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Take advantage of guaranteed access to this exclusive site.
Summary
Enjoy an intimate small group tour of the Borghese Gallery with pre-reserved tickets and an art expert guide. You’ll skip the lines, marvel at works by Caravaggio, Raphael, and Bernini, and hear the story behind each of the works from an art historian.
Tour info
Duration
2 hours 30 minutes
Group Size
15
Pricing (From)
Adult (15+):
(15-99 years)
€79.00
Child (2-14):
(2-14 years)
€74.00
Infant (0-1):
(0-1 years)
€0.00
Commentary
English
Meeting Point
Piazzale Scipione Borghese, 5, (Galleria Borghese), Rome, 00197, IT
Dropoff location
Piazzale Scipione Borghese, 5, (Galleria Borghese), Rome, 00197, IT
Why take this tour?
Explore the Villa Borghese's meticulously curated collection during this small-group tour in Rome. Stroll through twenty rooms of the 17th-century palace with an art historian guide. See breathtaking works by masters like Caravaggio, Bernini and Raphael, including Bernini's 'Apollo and Persephone' and Caravaggio's 'St John the Baptist'. Admire the villa's marble architecture and ceiling frescoes as you listen to engaging commentary from your guide. This small-group tour is limited to 15 people or less.
Did you know that Caravaggio once killed a man, or that Bernini believed he peaked in his 20s? Those insights into the great artists' lives are the focus of this Borghese Gallery tour, which peers beyond the art into the world and the minds of the people behind the pieces.
When you skip the line to step into the Borghese Gallery, the first thing to notice is the tranquility. Set in the former home of 17th-century cardinal Scipione Borghese, the gallery permits entrance only to a select number of visitors each day. Your pre-reserved passes give you a designated time slot for a look at this exclusive collection.
Together with an expert art historian, you can see works by a number of renowned artists, such as Caravaggio's David and Goliath and St John the Baptist, Anthony Canova's Pauline Bonaparte, Raphael's The Deposition, and Gian Lorenzo Bernini's Apollo and Daphne, The Rape of Proserpina, and David. Many of the works were commissioned specifically for this space, and the collection offers one of the most incredible experiences for lovers of art in Rome.
What’s included?
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Local English-speaking guide -
Expertly guided walking tour -
All-inclusive ticket for Galleria Borghese -
Headset (groups over 6) -
Gratuities
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Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off
Things to know
Before you book
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Our group tour utilizes multiple areas that are not wheelchair/stroller accessible. Those with wheelchairs/strollers should contact us so we can arrange your visit.
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Walks / Devour complies with all local government regulations. Please refer to local government guidelines for the most up-to-date information.
Before you go
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This tour is in English.
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This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
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This tour meets 15 minutes prior to the start time. No refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows.
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If you cannot join your tour (running late, etc.) please contact us. We may be able to reschedule your tour (with an amendment fee) depending on availability.
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The Galleria Borghese does not allow bags of any kind into the gallery. You will need to check your bag.
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Tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated.
Cancellation Policy
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Cancellations received greater than 72 hours prior to tour commencement are fully refundable.
Cancellations received within 72 hours of tour commencement are nonrefundable.
Amendment requests are subject to availability and price changes.
Late arrivals and no shows are nonrefundable. This is applicable to any tour participant that fails to arrive, or arrives after tour departure.
Redemption information
Mobile tickets will be accepted
Your voucher will be collected or scanned on redemption
About operator:
Walks (takewalks.com, walksofitaly.com) began over a decade ago (2008, to be exact) in Rome, Italy. We quickly became the premier walking tour company in 7 countries - Italy, Spain, France, the UK, Greece, and Portugal. Our US cities include San Francisco, NYC, Boston, Chicago, and New Orleans.
In 2021, we joined The Hornblower Group (cityexperiences.com) expanding our reach and working alongside this powerhouse travel brand.
Our tour products vary but predominantly we #takewalks, exploring the world by foot - we believe, the best way to get into the heart of a city and its incredible people. From introductory strolls to food tours, day trips, cooking classes, and below the surface, in-depth tours, we have our hand in everything a traveler could want. Oh, and we also like to give our clients exclusive access to the biggest attractions in the world...
Despite the big changes in our brand over the years, our focus has remained simple - to relentlessly create tours with the client experience at the forefront and anchored upon the dedicated, intelligent, and above all, passionate local guides who want to share their cities with you.
Our tour products vary but predominantly we #takewalks, exploring the world by foot - we believe, the best way to get into the heart of a city and its incredible people. From introductory strolls to food tours, day trips, cooking classes, and below the surface, in-depth tours, we have our hand in everything a traveler could want. Oh, and we also like to give our clients exclusive access to the biggest attractions in the world...
Despite the big changes in our brand over the years, our focus has remained simple - to relentlessly create tours with the client experience at the forefront and anchored upon the dedicated, intelligent, and above all, passionate local guides who want to share their cities with you.
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