Borghese Gallery Small-Group Tour with Canova's Masterpieces

4.7 (169 reviews) Rome, Italy
Duration1h 30m
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 15 travelers
Skip the linePriority entrance

Overview

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.

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Private Tour

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes: Explore the Borghese Gallery’s world-renowned masterpieces with a private guide and pre-reserved tickets for a seamless visit

Small Group Tour

What's included

  • Bernini’s "Apollo and Daphne"
  • Raphael’s "The Deposition"
  • Bernini’s "David"
  • All-inclusive ticket for Galleria Borghese
  • Antonio Canova’s "Pauline Bonaparte"
  • Caravaggio’s "David and Goliath"
  • Caravaggio’s "St. John The Baptist"
  • Expertly guided walking tour
  • Bernini’s "Rape of Proserpine"
  • Expert, English-Speaking guide
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off

What to expect

  1. Galleria Borghese
    1h 30m · Admission ticket included
    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.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a yellow WalksDevour sign. This tour meets at Galleria Borghese, Piazzale Scipione Borghese, 5, 00197 Roma, Italy. Meet outside at the double staircase directly in front of Galleria Borghese.

End point

Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a yellow WalksDevour sign. This tour meets at Galleria Borghese, Piazzale Scipione Borghese, 5, 00197 Roma, Italy. Meet outside at the double staircase directly in front of Galleria Borghese.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • 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 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.
  • Please note: This tour offers multiple options. Take a moment to choose the one that best suits your interests.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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