Borghese Gallery small group Guided Tour
Semi-Private Guided Tour: discover one of the world’s most extraordinary private art collection at the Borghese Gallery, featuring masterpieces by Bernini, Caravaggio, Canova, and Raphael, and enjoy priority entry during a less crowded time. Small group and limited tickets guaranteed.
Key Information
- Tour mode Semi-Private
Max 6 person tour for an intimate journey
- Duration of the trip
2 hours
- Skip the Line
Priority entry during a less crowded time
- Live tour guide
Top-Rated Guide available in English
- Free cancellation
100% refund up to 24 hours before the visit
Highlighted
- Get exclusive priority access to the Borghese Gallery during a less crowded time
- Discover the Borghese Gallery, one of the world’s most extraordinary private art collections, located in Borghese Gardens
- Admire masterpieces by Bernini: Apollo and Daphne and Rape of Proserpina
- Admire masterpieces by Canova: Paolina Borghese Bonaparte
- Admire masterpieces by Caravaggio: Head of Goliath and Boy with a Basket of Fruit
- Admire masterpieces by Raphael: Young Woman with a Unicorn
- Walk among marble sculptures, frescoes, mosaics, and paintings
- Learn fascinating stories and secrets behind each artwork with Renowed Guide
Includes
- Guided tour of Borghese Gallery
- Prereserved entrance tickets (tickets are very limited and hard to get last minute)
- Berninis Rape of Proserpina and Daphne & Apollo
- Ancient sculpture collection
- Canovas Paolina Borghese Bonaparte
- Raphaels Young Woman with Unicorn
- Caravaggios Head of Goliath and Boy with a Basket of Fruit
- Titians Sacred and Profane Love
- Tip or gratuity
- Food and drinks
Useful Information
- Arriving: public transportation is available nearby.
- Accessibility: not wheelchair accessible; not stroller accessible; not suitable for pets.
- Notice: tickets are very limited; reservations are mandatory. Please book at least one week in advance to secure your spot.
- Arrival time: please arrive 10–15 minutes before the tour start time.
- Small-group policy: 1 guide per 6 participants; occasional extra guests may join to accommodate traveling families or friends. Thank you for your understanding.
- Participants: min 2 | max 6
Full Description
Step into the Borghese Gallery, one of the world’s most extraordinary private art collections, located in the heart of Rome within the lush Borghese Gardens. This semi-private experience, limited to 6 guests, ensures an intimate exploration of centuries of Italian art — far from the usual crowds....
Thanks to priority entry at a quieter time, you will enjoy the museum when it is generally less crowded, allowing for a serene and uninterrupted visit. With tickets being extremely limited and difficult to purchase last minute, this exclusive access guarantees that you can enter seamlessly without worrying about availability.
Your expert guide will lead you through the gallery’s marble sculptures, frescoes, mosaics, and paintings, sharing the stories behind the works and the artists who created them. Admire Bernini’s Apollo and Daphne, the dramatic Rape of Proserpina, or Canova’s Paolina Borghese Bonaparte, and understand the genius behind Caravaggio’s Head of Goliath and Boy with a Basket of Fruit, as well as Raphael’s delicate Young Woman with a Unicorn.
The Borghese Gallery is housed in a stunning villa commissioned by Cardinal Scipione Borghese in the early 17th century, designed to showcase his impressive collection. The elegant architecture and verdant gardens surrounding the villa provide a perfect backdrop for a truly refined visit.
With your guide providing in-depth insights and fascinating anecdotes, you’ll gain a deeper appreciation for the artistry, history, and secrets behind each work. This semi-private tour offers a rare opportunity to immerse yourself in the beauty of the Borghese Gallery, ensuring a personal and memorable cultural experience in one of Rome’s most treasured museums.
Organizer: LivTours