A Private Journey Through the Borghese Gallery & Gardens

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A Private Journey Through the Borghese Gallery & Gardens

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Description

Step into a world of beauty and elegance with our Private Tour of the Borghese Gallery and Gardens — a truly exclusive experience for art and culture lovers. With your expert private guide, discover one of Rome’s most captivating collections, featuring masterpieces by Bernini, Caravaggio, Raphael, and Canova, displayed inside the magnificent 17th-century villa of Cardinal Scipione Borghese. After exploring the gallery’s treasures, enjoy a leisurely stroll through the Villa Borghese Gardens, a serene oasis of sculptures, fountains, and panoramic views over Rome. Your guide will share fascinating stories that connect art, nature, and history in perfect harmony. With priority access, personalized narration, and a pace tailored entirely to you, this tour transforms a museum visit into an unforgettable journey through the soul of Italian art and beauty.

Tour Options

Tickets and Audioguide App

Duration: 2 hours No Guided Tour : You will receive your entrance tickets together with all the information needed to download and use the audioguide app.

Meeting On Site

Tour Gallery & Gardens: Full option: 3-hour private guided tour of the Borghese Gallery and Gardens- Meeting point at the entrance of the Gallery Duration: 3 hours

Borghese Gallery Tour

Duration: 2 hours Borghese Gallery Tour: This option includes a guided tour of the Borghese Gallery, without the gardens.

Pick Up Included

Gallery & Gardens w pick up: 3-hour private guided tour of the Borghese Gallery and Gardens. Pick up from your place included Duration: 3 hours 15 minutes Pickup included

Pick Up and Drop Off Included

Gallery & Gardens w Transport Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes Pickup included

Itinerary

Admission included120 min

Nestled in the heart of Rome’s Villa Borghese Gardens, the Borghese Gallery is one of the world’s most exquisite art museums. Once the private collection of Cardinal Scipione Borghese, it houses masterpieces by Bernini, Caravaggio, Raphael, and Canova. Every room reveals the splendor of Baroque and Renaissance art — from Bernini’s dynamic sculptures like Apollo and Daphne to Caravaggio’s dramatic chiaroscuro. Surrounded by lush gardens, the gallery offers an unforgettable journey into the elegance, passion, and genius of Italian art.

60 min

The Villa Borghese Gardens are Rome’s green heart — a peaceful oasis of art, nature, and history. Once the private estate of the Borghese family, the park now welcomes visitors to stroll among elegant fountains, classical statues, and scenic terraces overlooking the city. Within its vast grounds stand cultural treasures such as the Borghese Gallery, the Temple of Aesculapius, and the Piazza di Siena. A perfect escape from the city’s bustle, Villa Borghese offers a serene blend of beauty, culture, and Roman charm.

Highlights

Private tour
3 hours guided tour
Professional Blue Badge guide
Priority tickets included

What's included

Included

Private tour

3 hours guided tour

Professional Blue Badge guide

Priority tickets included

Not included

Food And Drink

Pickup Locations & Times

You will meet your private English speaking driver in the lobby of your Hotel or just outside your AirBnB (only with Pick Up or Pick Up/Drop Off options selected)

Traveller Ratings

4.7

44 reviews

Important Information

Wheelchair accessible
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
All luggage must be left at the luggage storage facility

Reviews(44)

4.7

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