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  • 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.
  • 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.
Description
  • 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.
  • 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.
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.
  • 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.
Version 72 – April 18, 2025 12:33
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  • Cancellations received greater than 24 hours prior to tour commencement are fully refundable.
  • Cancellations received within 24 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.
  • 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.
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Version 55 – December 05, 2024 23:53
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  • this is a walking tour. guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty., this tour is in english., we are able to accomodate guests with mobility impairment or wheelcharis, please make sure to email our guest experience team at [email protected] at the time of your booking for proper arrangements.
  • this is a walking tour. guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty., this tour is in english., walks and devour comply with all local government regulations. please refer to local government guidelines for the most up to date information., we are able to accomodate guests with mobility impairment or wheelcharis, please make sure to email our guest experience team at [email protected] at the time of your booking for proper arrangements.
Version 54 – December 05, 2024 17:29
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Version 53 – November 07, 2024 12:30
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  • please arrive 15 minutes before your tour start time for check-in. out of courtesy to other guests, we’re unable to wait for latecomers. no refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows., the galleria borghese does not allow bags of any kind into the gallery. you will need to check your bag before the start of your tour., tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated., walks and devour comply with all local government regulations. please refer to local government guidelines for the most up to date information., we are able to accomodate guests with mobility impairment or wheelcharis, please make sure to email our guest experience team at [email protected] at the time of your booking for proper arrangements.
  • please arrive 15 minutes before your tour start time for check-in. out of courtesy to other guests, we’re unable to wait for latecomers. no refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows., the galleria borghese does not allow bags of any kind into the gallery. you will need to check your bag., tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated., walks and devour comply with all local government regulations. please refer to local government guidelines for the most up to date information., we are able to accomodate guests with mobility impairment or wheelcharis, please make sure to email our guest experience team at [email protected] at the time of your booking for proper arrangements.
Version 52 – November 06, 2024 14:52
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  • please arrive 15 minutes before your tour start time for check-in. out of courtesy to other guests, we’re unable to wait for latecomers. no refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows., the galleria borghese does not allow bags of any kind into the gallery. you will need to check your bag., tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated., walks and devour comply with all local government regulations. please refer to local government guidelines for the most up to date information., we are able to accomodate guests with mobility impairment or wheelcharis, please make sure to email our guest experience team at [email protected] at the time of your booking for proper arrangements.
  • please arrive 15 minutes before your tour start time for check-in. out of courtesy to other guests, we’re unable to wait for latecomers. no refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows., the galleria borghese does not allow bags of any kind into the gallery. you will need to check your bag., tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated., we are able to accomodate guests with mobility impairment or wheelcharis, please make sure to email our guest experience team at [email protected] at the time of your booking for proper arrangements.
Version 51 – November 06, 2024 14:52
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Know Before You Go
  • please arrive 15 minutes before your tour start time for check-in. out of courtesy to other guests, we’re unable to wait for latecomers. no refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows., the galleria borghese does not allow bags of any kind into the gallery. you will need to check your bag., tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated., we are able to accomodate guests with mobility impairment or wheelcharis, please make sure to email our guest experience team at [email protected] at the time of your booking for proper arrangements.
  • 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., the galleria borghese does not allow bags of any kind into the gallery. you will need to check your bag., this is a walking tour. guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty., this tour is in english., this tour meets 15 minutes prior to the start time. no refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows., tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated.
Version 50 – November 06, 2024 14:51
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Know Before You Book
  • this is a walking tour. guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty., this tour is in english., walks and devour comply with all local government regulations. please refer to local government guidelines for the most up to date information., we are able to accomodate guests with mobility impairment or wheelcharis, please make sure to email our guest experience team at [email protected] at the time of your booking for proper arrangements.
  • this is a walking tour. guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty., this tour is in english., we are able to accomodate guests with mobility impairment or wheelcharis, please make sure to email our guest experience team at [email protected] at the time of your booking for proper arrangements.
Version 49 – November 06, 2024 14:51
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Know Before You Book
  • this is a walking tour. guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty., this tour is in english., we are able to accomodate guests with mobility impairment or wheelcharis, please make sure to email our guest experience team at [email protected] at the time of your booking for proper arrangements.
  • this is a walking tour. guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty., this tour is in english., unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
Version 48 – November 06, 2024 14:50
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  • this is a walking tour. guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty., this tour is in english., unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
  • unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers. , walks / devour complies with all local government regulations. please refer to local government guidelines for the most up-to-date information.
Version 47 – September 20, 2024 10:42
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  • unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers. , walks / devour complies with all local government regulations. please refer to local government guidelines for the most up-to-date information.
  • 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., walks / devour complies with all local government regulations. please refer to local government guidelines for the most up-to-date information.
Version 43 – September 02, 2024 13:15
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Version 42 – July 05, 2024 16:35
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Version 41 – February 05, 2024 09:21
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Version 38 – January 09, 2024 13:19
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Know Before You Go
  • 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., the galleria borghese does not allow bags of any kind into the gallery. you will need to check your bag., this is a walking tour. guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty., this tour is in english., this tour meets 15 minutes prior to the start time. no refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows., tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated.
  • 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., the galleria borghese does not allow bags of any kind into the gallery. you will need to check your bag., this is a walking tour. guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty., this tour is in english., this tour meets 15 minutes prior to the start time. no refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows., tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated., walks comply with all local government regulations. you may need to wear a mask or provide proof of vaccination to enter certain venues. please refer to italy government guidelines for the most up to date information
Know Before You Book
  • 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., walks / devour complies with all local government regulations. please refer to local government guidelines for the most up-to-date information.
  • 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., walks comply with all local government regulations. you may need to wear a mask or provide proof of vaccination to enter certain venues. please refer to italy government guidelines for the most up to date information
Version 37 – January 09, 2024 13:19
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Know Before You Go
  • 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., the galleria borghese does not allow bags of any kind into the gallery. you will need to check your bag., this is a walking tour. guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty., this tour is in english., this tour meets 15 minutes prior to the start time. no refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows., tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated.
  • 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., the galleria borghese does not allow bags of any kind into the gallery. you will need to check your bag., this is a walking tour. guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty., this tour is in english., this tour meets 15 minutes prior to the start time. no refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows., tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated., walks comply with all local government regulations. you may need to wear a mask or provide proof of vaccination to enter certain venues. please refer to italy government guidelines for the most up to date information
Know Before You Book
  • 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., walks / devour complies with all local government regulations. please refer to local government guidelines for the most up-to-date information.
  • 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., walks comply with all local government regulations. you may need to wear a mask or provide proof of vaccination to enter certain venues. please refer to italy government guidelines for the most up to date information
Version 34 – January 03, 2023 12:00
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Highlights
  • enjoy a friendly and intimate small group setting., get context into each piece from your art historian guide., skip the line at the stunning borghese gallery., take advantage of guaranteed access to this exclusive site., view masterpieces by caravaggio, raphael, and canova.
  • - enjoy an intimate group of 15 people or fewer led by an expert, english-speaking guide with an immense passion for art and the stories that bring it to life., - marvel at a peerless collection of some of history’s greatest paintings including raphael’s the deposition, titian’s the scourging of christ and more., enjoy a friendly and intimate small group setting., get context into each piece from your art historian guide., skip the line at the stunning borghese gallery., view masterpieces by caravaggio, raphael, and canova.
Version 33 – January 03, 2023 12:00
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Highlights
  • - enjoy an intimate group of 15 people or fewer led by an expert, english-speaking guide with an immense passion for art and the stories that bring it to life., - marvel at a peerless collection of some of history’s greatest paintings including raphael’s the deposition, titian’s the scourging of christ and more., enjoy a friendly and intimate small group setting., get context into each piece from your art historian guide., skip the line at the stunning borghese gallery., view masterpieces by caravaggio, raphael, and canova.
  • - admire the beauty of one of the sexiest and most scandalous women of the 18th and 19th centuries, pauline bonaparte, as sculpted by canova., - bask in the gritty grandeur of caravaggio’s st. john the baptist and david and goliath., - enjoy an intimate group of 15 people or fewer led by an expert, english-speaking guide with an immense passion for art and the stories that bring it to life., - marvel at a peerless collection of some of history’s greatest paintings including raphael’s the deposition, titian’s the scourging of christ and more., enjoy a friendly and intimate small group setting., skip the line at the stunning borghese gallery.
Version 32 – January 03, 2023 12:00
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Description
  • 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.
  • Sites Visited: 
  • Galleria Borghese
  • Bernini’s "Apollo and Daphne"
  • Bernini’s "Rape of Proserpine"
  • Bernini’s "David"
  • Antonio Canova’s "Pauline Bonaparte"
  • Caravaggio’s "David and Goliath"
  • Caravaggio’s "St. John The Baptist"
  • Raphael’s "The Deposition"
  • Titian’s "The Scourging of Christ"
Highlights
  • - admire the beauty of one of the sexiest and most scandalous women of the 18th and 19th centuries, pauline bonaparte, as sculpted by canova., - bask in the gritty grandeur of caravaggio’s st. john the baptist and david and goliath., - enjoy an intimate group of 15 people or fewer led by an expert, english-speaking guide with an immense passion for art and the stories that bring it to life., - marvel at a peerless collection of some of history’s greatest paintings including raphael’s the deposition, titian’s the scourging of christ and more., enjoy a friendly and intimate small group setting., skip the line at the stunning borghese gallery.
  • - admire the beauty of one of the sexiest and most scandalous women of the 18th and 19th centuries, pauline bonaparte, as sculpted by canova., - bask in the gritty grandeur of caravaggio’s st. john the baptist and david and goliath., - enjoy an intimate group of 15 people or fewer led by an expert, english-speaking guide with an immense passion for art and the stories that bring it to life., - enjoy one of the finest private collections of art in the world in its original setting: a 17th-century villa built by cardinal scipione borghese specifically to show off his art. , - get up close and personal with some of the most beautiful marble sculptures in existence including bernini’s apollo and daphne, rape of proserpina, and david., - marvel at a peerless collection of some of history’s greatest paintings including raphael’s the deposition, titian’s the scourging of christ and more.
Version 31 – January 03, 2023 11:58
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Short Description
  • 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.
  • It's hardly a suprise that Borghese Gallery tickets are in high demand: this stunning private villa has one of the most impressive collections of Renaissance and Baroque art in the world. And even better; it's all displayed without any cordons or velvet ropes, the way it was meant to be. 
  • The tour is divided between paintings and sculptures, each a bona fide national treasure. You'll have your heart wrenched by the story behind Raphael's *Deposition* and marvel at the dark realism of Caravaggio's religious depictions (this museum has one of the best permanent collections of his work in the world). If marble is more your thing, you'll get an intimate look at Antonio Canova's statue of Pauline Bonaparte, which scandalized the world when it was unveiled.
  • The stars of the show are the sculptures by Gian Lorenzo Bernini, whose statues of *David*, *Apollo and Daphne*, and the *Rape of Proserpina*, will drop your jaw with life-like depictions, attention to detail, and pure human emotion conjured from stone. 
  • Through stories, anecdotes, explanations, and even a few rumors, your guide will help you understand what makes a masterpiece and deepen your appreciation of painting and sculpture alike. Don't expect any dry lectures on form or style here, this is a close encounter with some of the world's greatest art in a setting like no other. 
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.
  • Visit Rome's most exclusive art museum with pre-booked Borghese Gallery tickets and one of our expert guides. Explore rooms packed with Italian masters and learn what makes their paintings part of the artistic pantheon (and what makes their stories so fascinating). Enjoy sublime works by Raphael, Bernini, Canova and Caravaggio on this once-in-a-lifetime visit.
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Version 28 – May 19, 2022 16:07
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Highlights
  • - admire the beauty of one of the sexiest and most scandalous women of the 18th and 19th centuries, pauline bonaparte, as sculpted by canova., - bask in the gritty grandeur of caravaggio’s st. john the baptist and david and goliath., - enjoy an intimate group of 15 people or fewer led by an expert, english-speaking guide with an immense passion for art and the stories that bring it to life., - enjoy one of the finest private collections of art in the world in its original setting: a 17th-century villa built by cardinal scipione borghese specifically to show off his art. , - get up close and personal with some of the most beautiful marble sculptures in existence including bernini’s apollo and daphne, rape of proserpina, and david., - marvel at a peerless collection of some of history’s greatest paintings including raphael’s the deposition, titian’s the scourging of christ and more.
  • - admire the beauty of one of the sexiest and most scandalous women of the 18th and 19th centuries, pauline bonaparte, as sculpted by canova., - bask in the gritty grandeur of caravaggio’s st. john the baptist and david and goliath., - don’t worry about trying to get tickets for this hot venue (where tickets always have to be purchased in advance), they’re pre-purchased and included in the price of the tour., - enjoy an intimate group of 15 people or fewer led by an expert, english-speaking guide with an immense passion for art and the stories that bring it to life., - enjoy one of the finest private collections of art in the world in its original setting: a 17th-century villa built by cardinal scipione borghese specifically to show off his art. , - get up close and personal with some of the most beautiful marble sculptures in existence including bernini’s apollo and daphne, rape of proserpina, and david., - marvel at a peerless collection of some of history’s greatest paintings including raphael’s the deposition, titian’s the scourging of christ and more.
Know Before You Go
  • 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., the galleria borghese does not allow bags of any kind into the gallery. you will need to check your bag., this is a walking tour. guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty., this tour is in english., this tour meets 15 minutes prior to the start time. no refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows., tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated., walks comply with all local government regulations. you may need to wear a mask or provide proof of vaccination to enter certain venues. please refer to italy government guidelines for the most up to date information
  • 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., 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., the galleria borghese does not allow bags of any kind into the gallery. you will need to check your bag., this is a walking tour. guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty., this tour is in english., this tour meets 15 minutes prior to the start time. no refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows., tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated., walks comply with all local government regulations. you may need to wear a mask or provide proof of vaccination to enter certain venues. please refer to italy government guidelines for the most up to date information
Version 27 – May 19, 2022 16:02
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Version 22 – March 08, 2022 12:27
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Know Before You Go
  • 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., 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., the galleria borghese does not allow bags of any kind into the gallery. you will need to check your bag., this is a walking tour. guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty., this tour is in english., this tour meets 15 minutes prior to the start time. no refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows., tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated., walks comply with all local government regulations. you may need to wear a mask or provide proof of vaccination to enter certain venues. please refer to italy government guidelines for the most up to date information
  • from august 6th 2021, all italy sites we visit will require clients and guides alike to provide proof of vaccination or a negative covid test completed within 48 hours prior to entry. they will also require a legal form of id matching the vaccination or test results. more info on the italian government website, 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., 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., the galleria borghese does not allow bags of any kind into the gallery. you will need to check your bag., this is a walking tour. guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty., this tour is in english., this tour meets 15 minutes prior to the start time. no refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows., tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated.
Know Before You Book
  • 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., walks comply with all local government regulations. you may need to wear a mask or provide proof of vaccination to enter certain venues. please refer to italy government guidelines for the most up to date information
  • from august 6th 2021, all italy sites we visit will require clients and guides alike to provide proof of vaccination or a negative covid test completed within 48 hours prior to entry. they will also require a legal form of id matching the vaccination or test results. more info on the italian government website, 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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  • from august 6th 2021, all italy sites we visit will require clients and guides alike to provide proof of vaccination or a negative covid test completed within 48 hours prior to entry. they will also require a legal form of id matching the vaccination or test results. more info on the italian government website, 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., 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., the galleria borghese does not allow bags of any kind into the gallery. you will need to check your bag., this is a walking tour. guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty., this tour is in english., this tour meets 15 minutes prior to the start time. no refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows., tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated.
  • comfortable walking shoes recommended., from august 6th 2021, all italy sites we visit will require clients and guides alike to provide proof of vaccination or a negative covid test completed within 48 hours prior to entry. they will also require a legal form of id matching the vaccination or test results. more info on the italian government website, please note that the tour meeting time is 15 minutes prior to the start time. no refunds or re-bookings can be provided for late arrivals or no shows after tour commencement or departure., the borghese museum does not allow any bags or purses into the galleries. all such items must be checked before entering the museum, which your guide will help you with upon arrival.
Know Before You Book
  • from august 6th 2021, all italy sites we visit will require clients and guides alike to provide proof of vaccination or a negative covid test completed within 48 hours prior to entry. they will also require a legal form of id matching the vaccination or test results. more info on the italian government website, 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.
  • from august 6th 2021, all italy sites we visit will require clients and guides alike to provide proof of vaccination or a negative covid test completed within 48 hours prior to entry. they will also require a legal form of id matching the vaccination or test results. more info on the italian government website, please note that the second floor of the borghese gallery is not wheelchair accessible. we advise clients to contact walks customer service team to make further arrangements.
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  • expert, english-speaking guide, headsets for groups over 6, pre-reserved, all-inclusive borghese gallery tickets
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  • Sites Visited: 
  • Galleria Borghese
  • Bernini’s "Apollo and Daphne"
  • Bernini’s "Rape of Proserpine"
  • Bernini’s "David"
  • Antonio Canova’s "Pauline Bonaparte"
  • Caravaggio’s "David and Goliath"
  • Caravaggio’s "St. John The Baptist"
  • Raphael’s "The Deposition"
  • Titian’s "The Scourging of Christ"
  • Sites Visited: 
  • Bernini’s Rape of Proserpina
  • Bernini’s Apollo and Daphne
  • Bernini’s David
  • Antonio Canova’s Pauline Bonaparte
  • Caravaggio’s David and Goliath
  • Caravaggio’s St. John The Baptist
  • Raphael’s The Deposition
  • Titian’s The Scourging of Christ
  • And many more
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Short Description
  • It's hardly a suprise that Borghese Gallery tickets are in high demand: this stunning private villa has one of the most impressive collections of Renaissance and Baroque art in the world. And even better; it's all displayed without any cordons or velvet ropes, the way it was meant to be. 
  • The tour is divided between paintings and sculptures, each a bona fide national treasure. You'll have your heart wrenched by the story behind Raphael's *Deposition* and marvel at the dark realism of Caravaggio's religious depictions (this museum has one of the best permanent collections of his work in the world). If marble is more your thing, you'll get an intimate look at Antonio Canova's statue of Pauline Bonaparte, which scandalized the world when it was unveiled.
  • The stars of the show are the sculptures by Gian Lorenzo Bernini, whose statues of *David*, *Apollo and Daphne*, and the *Rape of Proserpina*, will drop your jaw with life-like depictions, attention to detail, and pure human emotion conjured from stone. 
  • Through stories, anecdotes, explanations, and even a few rumors, your guide will help you understand what makes a masterpiece and deepen your appreciation of painting and sculpture alike. Don't expect any dry lectures on form or style here, this is a close encounter with some of the world's greatest art in a setting like no other. 
  • Imagine a palace that was specifically built to house amazing works of art. Its twenty rooms are treasure troves of visual splendor: every wall holds a masterpiece, every pedestal supports exquisitely carved marble, and even the ceilings sing with divine frescoes. Well, you don’t have to imagine it because this is a description of the Galleria Borghese, Rome’s most exclusive and intimate art museum. Built in the 17th century by Cardinal Scipione Borghese specifically to house his magnificent art collection, it was once only open to royals and visiting dignitaries. Today, it lets in groups at two-hour intervals (with pre-reserved tickets) to ensure that its 20 rooms of masterpieces are never overcrowded.
  • Once inside, your expert, English-speaking guide will lead you on a highlight tour of the collection, showing you well-known works like Bernini’s Apollo and Daphne, Rape of Proserpina, and David; Caravaggio’s St. John the Baptist; and Canova’s Pauline Bonaparte; along with lesser-known gems like Raphael’s Lady with a Unicorn; and Bassano’s The Last Supper.
  • Along the way you will be able to indulge in one of the rarest aesthetic pleasures: Seeing great art in the setting that it was meant to be seen in. Before public art museums this was how the luckiest people in Europe viewed paintings and sculptures and it’s frankly fantastic.
  • What they often didn’t have was an expert, English-speaking guide to help interpret and give context to the art. Yours brings an incredible passion to the proceedings and will inform you of all the backstories that lend each work depth and nuance. From the quirks of Cardinal Borghese to the heartbreaking story of the commissioning of Raphael’s The Deposition, this is a journey through art like none you have taken before. 
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  • Visit Rome's most exclusive art museum with pre-booked Borghese Gallery tickets and one of our expert guides. Explore rooms packed with Italian masters and learn what makes their paintings part of the artistic pantheon (and what makes their stories so fascinating). Enjoy sublime works by Raphael, Bernini, Canova and Caravaggio on this once-in-a-lifetime visit.
  • When it comes to art museums, the Villa Borghese is in a league of its own. Instead of trying to be encyclopedic, like the Louvre, this 17th-century palace is filled with a distilled collection of the very best. If you want to avoid the crowds and see great art in its original setting - the way it was meant to be seen - our Borghese Gallery tour is the perfect experience for you. In two hours you will wander the villa’s 20 rooms and marvel at peerless masterpieces in each one. 
  • Nowhere else is so much beauty packed so elegantly into so little space. With crowds strictly controlled by the museum, you won’t have to strain to hear your expert, English-speaking guide tell the stories behind each work. No distractions, no hassle, and no long lines, just you and some of the greatest works of art in the world. 
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  • comfortable walking shoes recommended., from august 6th 2021, all italy sites we visit will require clients and guides alike to provide proof of vaccination or a negative covid test completed within 48 hours prior to entry. they will also require a legal form of id matching the vaccination or test results. more info on the italian government website, please note that the tour meeting time is 15 minutes prior to the start time. no refunds or re-bookings can be provided for late arrivals or no shows after tour commencement or departure., the borghese museum does not allow any bags or purses into the galleries. all such items must be checked before entering the museum, which your guide will help you with upon arrival.
  • comfortable walking shoes recommended., please note that the tour meeting time is 15 minutes prior to the start time. no refunds or re-bookings can be provided for late arrivals or no shows after tour commencement or departure., the borghese museum does not allow any bags or purses into the galleries. all such items must be checked before entering the museum, which your guide will help you with upon arrival.
Know Before You Book
  • from august 6th 2021, all italy sites we visit will require clients and guides alike to provide proof of vaccination or a negative covid test completed within 48 hours prior to entry. they will also require a legal form of id matching the vaccination or test results. more info on the italian government website, please note that the second floor of the borghese gallery is not wheelchair accessible. we advise clients to contact walks customer service team to make further arrangements.
  • please note that the second floor of the borghese gallery is not wheelchair accessible. we advise clients to contact walks customer service team to make further arrangements.
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  • Sites on this itinerary include holy places, and attire must be appropriate for the visit. Both men and women are asked to wear clothing that covers at least the shoulders and knees. Walks cannot be held responsible for denied entry due to improper dress. It is sufficient to bring extra coverings with you and put them on before our entrance to the holy areas.
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Short Description
  • Imagine a palace that was specifically built to house amazing works of art. Its twenty rooms are treasure troves of visual splendor: every wall holds a masterpiece, every pedestal supports exquisitely carved marble, and even the ceilings sing with divine frescoes. Well, you don’t have to imagine it because this is a description of the Galleria Borghese, Rome’s most exclusive and intimate art museum. Built in the 17th century by Cardinal Scipione Borghese specifically to house his magnificent art collection, it was once only open to royals and visiting dignitaries. Today, it lets in groups at two-hour intervals (with pre-reserved tickets) to ensure that its 20 rooms of masterpieces are never overcrowded.
  • Once inside, your expert, English-speaking guide will lead you on a highlight tour of the collection, showing you well-known works like Bernini’s Apollo and Daphne, Rape of Proserpina, and David; Caravaggio’s St. John the Baptist; and Canova’s Pauline Bonaparte; along with lesser-known gems like Raphael’s Lady with a Unicorn; and Bassano’s The Last Supper.
  • Along the way you will be able to indulge in one of the rarest aesthetic pleasures: Seeing great art in the setting that it was meant to be seen in. Before public art museums this was how the luckiest people in Europe viewed paintings and sculptures and it’s frankly fantastic.
  • What they often didn’t have was an expert, English-speaking guide to help interpret and give context to the art. Yours brings an incredible passion to the proceedings and will inform you of all the backstories that lend each work depth and nuance. From the quirks of Cardinal Borghese to the heartbreaking story of the commissioning of Raphael’s The Deposition, this is a journey through art like none you have taken before. 
  • The tour starts in one of the city’s most interesting catacombs. The catacomb contains miles of creepy tunnels and the world’s oldest collection of bones. Your expert, guide, hand-picked for knowledge of the catacombs, will lead your small group of 18 people or fewer through these wonderfully historic and atmospheric tunnels, while telling you the story of early Christianity. Large groups simply can’t fit into these areas, so take advantage of this truly unique access.
  • Next, you’ll head to one of the most singular and spine-tingling sights in Rome, the Capuchin bone crypt. The cemetery festooned with the bones and remains of some 4,000 Capuchin friars is a jaw-dropping display of life and death. Although it might appear macabre, you’ll learn why the monks actually consider the display life-affirming. 
  • Before our final stop off for the day, we’ll drive the Appian Way and hop out to enjoy a short walk to see the Tomb of Cecilia Metella. Along Via Appia, your expert guide will explain the historical significance of the fascinating area. To finish out the day in style we’ll visit perhaps one of the most spectacular sites in all of Rome - the Roman Aqueducts, where you’ll be given time to enjoy and understand this monumental landmark from a stunning vantage point.
  • With comfortable, air-conditioned transport throughout, and a small group of 18 people or fewer, your only responsibility is to immerse yourself in the thrills and wonder of Rome. Our expert guides have been hand-picked for this experience based on both their knowledge and love of history. They make the perfect escorts through our eeriest and most mysterious tour. 
Description
  • Sites Visited: 
  • Bernini’s Rape of Proserpina
  • Bernini’s Apollo and Daphne
  • Bernini’s David
  • Antonio Canova’s Pauline Bonaparte
  • Caravaggio’s David and Goliath
  • Caravaggio’s St. John The Baptist
  • Raphael’s The Deposition
  • Titian’s The Scourging of Christ
  • And many more
  • Sites Visited: 
  • Roman Catacombs
  • The Capuchin Crypt, A.K.A . ‘The Bone Chapel’
  • Roman Aqueducts
  • Appian Way
  • Cecilia Metella
Highlights
  • - admire the beauty of one of the sexiest and most scandalous women of the 18th and 19th centuries, pauline bonaparte, as sculpted by canova., - bask in the gritty grandeur of caravaggio’s st. john the baptist and david and goliath., - don’t worry about trying to get tickets for this hot venue (where tickets always have to be purchased in advance), they’re pre-purchased and included in the price of the tour., - enjoy an intimate group of 15 people or fewer led by an expert, english-speaking guide with an immense passion for art and the stories that bring it to life., - enjoy one of the finest private collections of art in the world in its original setting: a 17th-century villa built by cardinal scipione borghese specifically to show off his art. , - get up close and personal with some of the most beautiful marble sculptures in existence including bernini’s apollo and daphne, rape of proserpina, and david., - marvel at a peerless collection of some of history’s greatest paintings including raphael’s the deposition, titian’s the scourging of christ and more.
  • - enjoy a spectacular view of the roman aqueducts - one of the city’s most impressive landmarks., - gape at the capuchin bone crypt, a cemetery literally built from the bones of 4,000 capuchin friars., - take a stroll on the appian way, and see the historic tomb of cecilia metella., - travel in style with an air-conditioned, luxury vehicle with the company of an elite catacomb guide, hand-picked for their extensive knowledge of these amazing tombs., - visit the best-preserved and least-frequented catacombs in rome., - with a small group of 18 people or fewer, your experience will be relaxed and intimate and your guide easy to hear — a good thing too, since headsets don’t work underground.
Included
  • expert, english-speaking guide, headsets for groups over 6, pre-reserved, all-inclusive borghese gallery tickets
  • admission to all sites, expert walks tour guide, transport between sites in an air-conditioned bus
Additional Info
  • Gratuities to guides are appreciated but never obligatory.
  • Gratuities to guides are appreciated but never obligatory.
Summary
  • When it comes to art museums, the Villa Borghese is in a league of its own. Instead of trying to be encyclopedic, like the Louvre, this 17th-century palace is filled with a distilled collection of the very best. If you want to avoid the crowds and see great art in its original setting - the way it was meant to be seen - our Borghese Gallery tour is the perfect experience for you. In two hours you will wander the villa’s 20 rooms and marvel at peerless masterpieces in each one. 
  • Nowhere else is so much beauty packed so elegantly into so little space. With crowds strictly controlled by the museum, you won’t have to strain to hear your expert, English-speaking guide tell the stories behind each work. No distractions, no hassle, and no long lines, just you and some of the greatest works of art in the world. 
  • Rome is a city that has built and rebuilt upon itself for thousands of years. Our Crypts, Bones & Catacombs tour is designed to take you deep down into the layers of Roman history, in order to uncover the spell-binding story of the city through the ages. We do so in the most dramatic way possible; by exploring the underground cemeteries and temples that once housed many of the city’s dead and its most mysterious cult, a guaranteed thrill for adults and children alike. 
Know Before You Go
  • comfortable walking shoes recommended., please note that the tour meeting time is 15 minutes prior to the start time. no refunds or re-bookings can be provided for late arrivals or no shows after tour commencement or departure., the borghese museum does not allow any bags or purses into the galleries. all such items must be checked before entering the museum, which your guide will help you with upon arrival.
  • comfortable walking shoes recommended., photography is not allowed in the sites visited on this tour, due to their religious nature., please note that the tour meeting time is 15 minutes prior to the start time. no refunds or re-bookings can be provided for late arrivals or no shows after tour commencement or departure., sites on this itinerary include holy places, and attire must be appropriate for the visit. both men and women are asked to wear clothing that covers at least the shoulders and knees. walks cannot be held responsible for denied entry due to improper dress. it is sufficient to bring extra coverings with you and put them on before our entrance to the holy areas.
Know Before You Book
  • please note that the second floor of the borghese gallery is not wheelchair accessible. we advise clients to contact walks customer service team to make further arrangements.
  • unfortunately we are unable to accommodate guests with mobility impairments, wheelchairs or strollers on this tour.