Small-Group Borghese Gallery Tour with Bernini, Caravaggio, and Raphael | La Vacanza Travel

Small-Group Borghese Gallery Tour with Bernini, Caravaggio, and Raphael

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Destination: Italy, Lazio, Rome
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  • 2 hours 30 minutes
  • Rome
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

This 2.5 hour tour of the Villa Borghese as it is an art museum 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 best. If you want to avoid the crows and see great art, the way it was meant to be seen, this tour is the perfect experience for you. In the 2.5 hours, you will wander the villa’s 20 room and marvel and peerless masterpieces in each one.

What Can You Expect?

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Galleria Borghese, Piazzale del Museo Borghese 5, 00197 Rome Italy

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.

Duration: 2 hours

Inclusions & Exclusions

Inclusions
  • Pre-reserved, all-inclusive Borghese Gallery Tickets
  • Expert, English-Speaking guide
  • Small groups of 10 people or Fewer
  • Entry/Admission - Galleria Borghese

Exclusions
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off

Additional Info

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Please note that the second floor of the Borghese Gallery is not wheelchair accessible.
  • 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, purses into the galleries. All such items must be checked before entering the museum, which your guide will help you with upon arrival.
  • Walks / Devour complies with all local government regulations. Please refer to local government guidelines for the most up-to-date information.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking

Departure Point

Departure Point

Borghese Gallery and Museum, Piazzale Scipione Borghese, 5, 00197 Roma RM, Italy


Return Details

Returns to original departure point

Duration & Voucher Info

Voucher info

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Duration

2 hours 30 minutes

Cancellation Policy

User's Reviews

James_M

22 Apr, 2024

The Borghese gallery strictly limits the number of visitors into the gallery and that allows for very close examination of its masterworks. The intimate nature of the place coupled with our guides insightful descriptions of the history and background associated with each piece, made the time spent here very valuable. It made me want to learn more.

sue_C

15 Apr, 2024

The guide was amazing.. he brought so much knowledge and passion that every price came alive !! Enjoyed the tour even if we couldn’t access the 2nd floor.

Michele_R

16 Oct, 2023

Our guide Francesco with Liv Tours was very knowledgeable on the artwork in the gallery. We had a full two hours of informative instruction starting in the second floor then proceeding to the sculptures on the first. Save some time after your tour to visit the gardens…the park is immense.

Lynda_G

14 Oct, 2023

Marta was excellent. She actively engaged all members of our group by asking our opinions on various pieces. No answer was wrong and she even admitted to changing her mind several times regarding the same question over the years. The histories of various pieces were not dull and boring, but rather alive with intrigue, mystery and emotion. The ultimate effect was to make the art more approachable to the untrained as well as trained observer, increasing everyone’s appreciation of these incredible sculptures and paintings.

Scott_A

11 Oct, 2023

The lectures describing the lives of the artists and the history behind the art. We were also told what to look for in the details of the art. Very educational and enjoyable.

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The best tour I have had in Rome! Fantastic!

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You won’t be disappointed! Terrific tour!

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Incredible art brought to life by an amazing guide!

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