Borghese Gallery and Garden Private Tour with Skip the Line Ticket
Description
Explore one of the most important museums in Italy and enjoy a relaxing walk through the picturesque gardens of the Villa on our 2,5 hour private tour. Skip long lines with your fast access tickets and go straight inside to discover the treasures of the residence of the noble Roman family Borghese. Our professional guide will introduce you to the impressive collection of the palace teaching you about art and history in an engaging way. You will see the Renaissance and Baroque masterpieces, including works by Titian, Raphael, Caravaggio, Rubens, Botticell and many others. Above all you will love the finest marble sculptures by Bernini, such as “Apollo and Daphne”, “David” and “Ratto di Proserpina. Then, your guide will take you through the beautiful gardens of the villa, where you will see the lovely artificial lake of Esculapius and enjoy the breathtaking view over the Piazza del Popolo from the Pincio Terraces.
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Itinerary
The history of the gallery begins with the powerful Cardinal Scipione, a great art lover and a patron of famous painter Caravaggio. With the cardinal’s efforts the impressive collection of the palace acquired more masterpieces, including paintings by the greatest Italian artist such as Titian, Raphael, Caravaggio, Rubens, Botticelli and others. Worthy of special mention is a world-famous marble sculpture by Bernini, which depicts the story of Apollo and Daphne.
Visit the surrounding gardens of the villa and take a relaxing walk through art and nature in one of the largest urban parks in Rome. See neoclassical Temple of Diana, the pretty artificial lake of Esculapius and the Pincio Terraces with one of the most popular panoramas of the city.
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What's included
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
