Private Rome Tour See Works by Bernini, Caravaggio & Michelangelo
Description
Step Into the World of Baroque Art: immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty and grandeur of Baroque Art as you discover how legendary artists transformed Rome into the Eternal City. Highlights of the Tour Include: Sant'Andrea delle Fratte: Admire Bernini’s incredible sculpture and discover the stories behind this stunning Baroque church. Santa Maria Sopra Minerva: Explore this gothic gem and encounter Michelangelo's poignant statue of Christ the Redeemer. San Luigi dei Francesi: Be captivated by Caravaggio’s dramatic use of light and shadow in his celebrated paintings of St. Matthew. Why Choose This Tour? Expert Insight: Your licensed guide is a passionate expert on Baroque art, providing rich context and fascinating details. Exclusive Experience: Visit Rome’s top Baroque sites without the crowds for a more intimate and immersive tour. Come and book with us to uncover the timeless beauty of Bernini, Caravaggio, Michelangelo and Raphael.
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Itinerary
Your tour starts after having met your guide by the Spanish Steps in front of the Spanish Embassy of the Vatican. Then, you will start discovering the masterpieces of amazing baroque artists in Rome.
Then, you will reach the 1826 church of Sant'Andrea delle Fratte. You will also enter the church to admire the terrific angel statue of Bernini.
Your guided tour will continue with the visit to the baroque church of St. Ignatius, very near to the same-named square.
After having visited the same-named church you will reach Sant'Ignazio Square.
Your tour will continue with the famous Church of Santa Maria Sopra Minerva, where you will have the opportunity to admire one of the beautiful few examples of Gothic architecture in Rome.
Once in the Church of San Luigi dei Francesi, you will not only have the opportunity to visit a wonderful unique church, but you will also have the chance to admire some of Caravaggio's masterpieces in the Contarelli Chapel.
Then, you will arrive at Sant'Agostino Church in Campo Marzio. Here you will admire this amazing church of the XIV century and the works of Caravaggio and Raphael conserved here.
Finally, the last step of the tour will be the famous Piazza Navona, where you will see wonderful churches and unique fountains. And you will also discover many of the hidden secrets and anecdotes connected with the attractions, thanks to the guide's explanations.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- A moderate amount of walking is involved, not suitable for those with limited mobility
- Please be on time to avoid losing entry and thus missing the tour.
- Please bring comfortable shoes and a refillable water bottle.
- Please make sure you ask the guide any curiosities you may have during the tour, we want to ensure you have the very best experience!
Reviews(3)
Unfortunately we had a negative experience. Our tour guide did not have a strong capacity of English and therefore she was hard to understand. In addition, due to her lack of fluency, her art explanations were very basic, obvious in view and not that of an art historian. Also, 2 of our stops were closed. The tour essentially ended 90 minutes into our 3 hour walk. She pivoted us to grab a slice of pizza and explorie a neighborhood in Rome. Although this waa pleasant, It was not the tour that I paid for. Her demeanor was also confusing and seemed almost sarcastic She laughed after most sentences and I couldn't tell if she was annoyed or just rude. Maybe this was a language barrier. The cost of this tour was very high and not worth the money. I am requesting a refund.
"Dear Tapleig, We are sorry to hear that you did not like your time with your private guide. The tour started at exactly 9 AM at Piazza di Spagna, then we went to Sant'Andrea delle Fratte to see Bernini's angels. After that, you passed by Trevi, then to Piazza Colonna, and finally reached Sant'Ignazio, which was closed unexpectedly (this can happen with churches). From there, you visited Santa Maria sopra Minerva, then passed by Piazza Sant'Eustachio where you were shown Borromini's dome of Sant'Ivo. You went to Sant'Agostino and from there to Piazza Navona. After that, you crossed over and went to Palazzo Spada, where the guide tried to show you Borromini's perspective, which wasn't on the schedule but was a nice option to replace the closed church. Since it required a ticket, you left. The guide took you also to see the remains of the Theatre of Pompey and the ghetto to see the fountain with the turtles by Bernini (which was under restoration, but you could see a bit of it), again not on the schedule but it is a lovely work by Bernini, then finished at 12 PM. While closings can happen, your guide did her best to show you the masterpieces of Bernini, Caravaggio and Michelangelo, going also beyond the basic supposed schedule, trying always to be nice with you.
Anna was very knowledgeable and engaging, giving our small group a unique perspective on the artists, their art, and their times. When sites were closed, she was able to pivot and bring us to other locations they we found very interesting.
This was indeed one of the best tours we have been on while visiting Rome. Our guide, Chiara, was absolutely amazing. She is extremely knowledgeable, patience, and has a truly love for the artists that shines as she explains the various works. She was a delight and we highly recommend her.
Happy to learn Chiara was a delight and that you fully enjoyed walking to discover the magnificence of Bernini Caravaggio Michelangelo and Raphael!
