Private Tour of the Borghese Gallery

Pre-book your entrance and explore a world-famous collection from the 17th century at one of the most historic museums in Rome

Highlights

• Visit a world-famous museum with a private guide
• Immerse into the masterpieces of Bernini, Raphael, Caravaggio, and Canova among others
• Pre-book your entrance to one of Rome’s busiest museums
• Enjoy the quality and flexibility of a private tour
• Benefit from full on-site assistance

About

Explore one of the most historic museums in Rome with a world-famous collection from the 17th century at the Galleria Borghese. Your tour guide will show you the great highlights of this renowned museum, sharing the stories and describing the techniques of great painters and sculptors such as Bernini, Raphael, Caravaggio, and Canova. A must-visit for any lover of the arts, this tour will give you a once-in-a-lifetime encounter with the masterpieces of 17th-century art!

Explore beautiful sculptures on the first floor including Bernini’s renowned Apollo & Daphne, created specifically for the Borghese palace. With some of the most impressive sculptures by Bernini in this collection, on this tour you can discover why he became the most famous sculptor of his generation.

Then, head to the second floor to delve into the museum’s treasure trove of paintings and absorb the beauty of works by Titian and other great artists. Take in the elaborate rooms of this former stately residence and discover the lavish lifestyle of the nobles of the Baroque period.

Learn about the history of the palace and the grounds first created by the art-obsessed Cardinal Scipione Borghese and discover how they eventually became a public park of Rome and a famous museum.

Important information

• Confirmation will be received at the time of booking
• This is a private tour
• Please be at the meeting point 5 minutes before the tour starts in order to complete the signup
• Wear comfortable walking shoes as a decent amount of walking will be done
• The museum is wheelchair accessible, as are several paths and roads around the villa so the itinerary can be adjusted to accommodate these needs

Meeting point

Cancellation Policy

• For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the starting time of the experience
• Full refunds are not possible for cancellations made after the 24 hours
• Amendments are not allowed after 24 hours before the tour starts and they are always subject to availability and price changes
• No refunds in case of a no-show on the part of the customer.