Your Tour Guide will meet you in front of the main entrance. Please look for a sign that says " Inside Out Italy"
Description
The Borghese Gallery is one of the most famous and visited museums in Rome with 20 rooms and hundreds of art works spread across two floors. This 2-hour in-depth private tour will give you the chance to discover masterpieces realised by Caravaggio, Bernini, and Raphael.
Your Tour will start on the ground floor, where you will first discover one of Bernini's famous masterpieces " Rape of Proserpina", commissioned by Cardinal Scipione, becoming the first of a series of art works to fill the Gallery. Here you will find many more fabulous statues such as " Paolina Borghese by Canova", "Apollo and Daphne " and "David" by Bernini.
On the first floor, you will quickly realise that this is mostly devoted to paintings. You will Get to know all about Raphael by discovering the deposition of Christ and the ‘portrait of a man’ and you surely will not miss Caravaggio's " David with the head of Goliath" , " Youngster with basket of fruit ", and " Young Sick Bacchus "
Schedule & prices
Runs
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, and Sun
Start times
9 times a day, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM
Next available
Tue, Oct 20
Adult (ages 16–89)
$285
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Out at sunset: the 4:00 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 5:07 PM in the coming weeks.
In demand: 194 of the next 207 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 17.
Tour Options
French Private tour
French private tour: choose this option for a more intimate experience with a French speaking guide
English Private Guided Tour
English Private tour: choose this option for a more intimate experience with a English speaking guide
Italian Private Tour
Italian private tour : choose this option for a more intimate experience with an Italian speaking guide
Itinerary
Galleria Borghese
Admission included120 min
Your Private Tour Guide will. meet you outside the main entrance of the Borghese Gallery. After entering with fast-track tickets your 2-hour private tour will begin. You will visit. both floors of the museums and will get the chance to discover the many famous artworks home. to the Gallery.
What's included
Included
Private Tour Guide
Fast-track admission tickets
Not included
Hotel Pick up & Drop off
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.9
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Important Information
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Borghese Gallery Private Guided Tour take?
Borghese Gallery Private Guided Tour lasts about 2 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Borghese Gallery Private Guided Tour cost?
Prices start at $285 per person for this Rome experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 3 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Borghese Gallery Private Guided Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, with 9 departures a day between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM.
Does Borghese Gallery Private Guided Tour sell out?
It can: 194 of the next 207 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Borghese Gallery Private Guided Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Your Tour Guide will meet you in front of the main entrance. Please look for a sign that says " Inside Out Italy". Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Borghese Gallery Private Guided Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN, IT, FR.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 10 travellers can book together.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Borghese Gallery Private Guided Tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 10 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Inside Out Italy.
Reviews(10)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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nicolaia782
August 8, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Highly recommended
Very knowledgeable and friendly guide Dimitri gave us an unforgettable experience in the beautiful Galleria Borghese. Would recommend!
Operator response
Hello,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review of the Borghese Gallery Private Tour! We're delighted Dimitri's knowledge and friendly approach made your visit such an unforgettable one.
We'll happily pass your kind words on to him.
Thank you for recommending us, we hope to welcome you back to Rome soon!
Warm regards,
The Inside Out Italy Team
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elled945
July 30, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Best tour guide
Dimitri was an incredible guide, we learned so much about the different artists and eras.
1 people found this helpful
Operator response
Dear Elle,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that you had such a great experience at the Borghese Gallery with Dimitri.
It’s fantastic to know that his knowledge and explanations helped bring the different artists and historical periods to life and made your visit both interesting and enriching. We’ll be very happy to share your kind words with him!
Thank you for choosing Inside Out Italy for your visit. It was a pleasure having you with us, and we hope to welcome you back for another experience in the future!
Warm regards,
The Inside Out Italy Team
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Margot_S
April 25, 2026 · via Viator
This tour was an in depth...
This tour was an in depth education on the contents and history of this special gallery and its place in Roman history. Not to be missed. The sculpture was incredible, and our guide was extraordinarily knowledgeable about the art housed here. One of the best tours I have taken…of many Viator tours.
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yaizac2026
January 6, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Guided tour of the Borghese Gallery 100% recommended
We did the Borghese Gallery Spanish tour with Susana and it was a real wonder. He gave us a lot of information of enormous interest and in a very clear and enjoyable way. You can tell that Susana has enormous knowledge and transmits it great, in a pleasant way and that makes you want to listen to her. Of course, one of the best tours we have done in Rome and we found it 100% recommended.
Operator response
Hola yaizac2026,
¡muchísimas gracias por su reseña! Nos alegra enormemente saber que disfrutaron del tour en español en la Galería Borghese con Susana y que la experiencia les pareció una auténtica maravilla.
Nos encanta leer que Susana les aportó tanta información valiosa de forma clara y amena, y que su conocimiento y manera de transmitirlo hicieron el recorrido tan interesante que “no quisieran parar de escucharla”. Comentarios así significan muchísimo para nuestro equipo.
Gracias de nuevo por recomendarnos al 100%. ¡Será un placer recibirles nuevamente en Roma para otra experiencia con Inside Out Italy!
Un cordial saludo,
Inside Out Italy
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iwansatrian
October 5, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
Worth it
The stories were fascinating, the tour leader was gentle and spoke clearly. It felt a bit too rush, but there were just too many things to talk about and two hours duration just wasn't enough to cover everything.
Operator response
Dear Iwan,
Thank you very much for your thoughtful review.
We are delighted to hear that you found the stories and explanations fascinating, and that your guide’s clarity and gentle approach made the experience enjoyable. The Borghese Gallery is indeed rich with masterpieces, and two hours can feel short when there is so much beauty to explore — we truly appreciate your understanding.
Thank you for choosing Inside Out Italy, and we hope to welcome you again for another memorable visit.
Kind regards,
Inside Out Italy Team
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Storyteller491302
September 16, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
A superb tour operator
The tour operator Veronica was especially nice and helpful. I had made an error with my telephone and she spent 15 minutes to make sure that our visit to the Gallery was not cancelled. The Gallery itself is exceptional.
Operator response
Dear Guest,
Thank you very much for your kind review!
We’re delighted to hear that your experience with our team was so positive and that Veronica was able to assist you with care and patience. Ensuring that our guests can enjoy their visit without stress is always a top priority, and we’re glad she could help resolve the issue and make sure your gallery visit went ahead as planned.
The Borghese Gallery truly is exceptional, and we’re happy you were able to experience it as intended.
Thank you again for choosing Inside Out Italy. We hope to welcome you back for another memorable visit in Rome!
Warm regards,
Inside Out Italy Team
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U8801SDrobs
April 16, 2025 · via Tripadvisor
First-Class Event
Fantastic tour by Federico (“Fred”), whose exceptional knowledge of the art and sculpture collection made the visit to the Borghese Gallery a first-class event.
Operator response
thank you very much for your wonderful review.
We are delighted to hear that your private visit to the Borghese Gallery was such a memorable experience. Federico (“Fred”) is truly passionate about art and sculpture, and we’re thrilled that his expertise elevated your visit to what you describe as a first-class event.
Thank you for choosing Inside Out Italy — we hope to welcome you again for another exclusive experience.
Warm regards,
Inside Out Italy Team
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William_C
November 10, 2024 · via Viator
An indepth tour
Our guide was very knowledgeable about the art and the history surrounding the gallery and the Borghese family. It was great experience.
Operator response
Thank you for your kind words! We’re delighted to hear that you had a great experience and that your guide’s knowledge of the art, history, and the Borghese family made the tour memorable for you.
Providing enriching and enjoyable experiences is always our goal, and it’s wonderful to know we succeeded in doing so for your visit.
We hope to welcome you back in the future for another inspiring tour!
Warm regards
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MariaAraceli_C
October 14, 2024 · via Viator
An extraordinary experience
Wonderful experience to see the Bernini scum tutors and other work here - our guide Virginia was very nice, engaging, and knowledgeable. It was an absolute treat to experience this art with her, we got so much more out of it than if we had just went on our own. Highly recommended and very much worth it. Thank you Virginia!
Operator response
Thank you so much for sharing your experience with us! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed exploring Bernini’s sculptures and other masterpieces with Virginia as your guide. Her passion for art and knowledge truly make a difference, and we’re delighted that she added so much value to your visit.
Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we’ll be sure to pass along your kind words to Virginia. We hope to welcome you back for another enriching experience in the future!
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