Borghese Gallery Private Tour (Skip-the-Line Admission)
5.0(3)Rome2h 30min
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At a glance
Duration
2h 30min
Price from
$416 / person
Location
Rome, Italy
Rating
5.0 / 5 · 3 reviews
Languages
AR, DE, RU, EN
Group
Private
Cancellation
See policy below
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
RomaExperience Tours
Meeting point
Piazzale Scipione Borghese, 5 - at the entrance gates for visitors, located on the left hand side of the white building of Borghese Gallery (see PDF attached for more details)
Description
Join your expert, local guide at the gates of the Villa Borghese, and enjoy exclusive skip-the-line admission to the gallery. Discover the fascinating history of the astonishing Borghese collection — and the beautiful Villa it's in — on this Borghese Gallery private tour.
In the astonishingly gorgeous entrance, your guide will explain the fascinating history of the Roman mosaics, depicting gladiatorial games, on the Gallery floor. Onwards to 'Pauline Bonaparte as Venus' and learn what linked Napoleon with the Borghese family.
Up next are some great Baroque wonders, including a marvelous series of sculptures by Bernini; most notable among them his 'David', 'Rape of Prosperina' and 'Apollo and Daphne'. Learn about the tempestuous personality that produced these masterworks, as you enjoy their beauty.
More masterpieces await, including great frescoes by Raphael and Caravaggio. Experience the refinement of the Italian Baroque on this special private tour.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, and Sun
Start times
4:45 PM
Next available
Sun, Nov 15
Adult (ages 15+)
$416
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $718.
Larger groups pay less per person.
Out at sunset: the 4:45 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 5:10 PM in the coming weeks.
In demand: 22 of the next 22 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 15.
Tour Options
BORGHESE GALLERY PRIVATE TOUR 2 hours
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Itinierary: Borghese Gallery with works by Canova, Bernini, Caravaggio and more.
Itinerary
Galleria Borghese
Admission included120 min
Enjoy a full-tour of one of the world's most beautiful galleries. See masterpieces by Caravaggio and Bernini, among others, in a gorgeous Villa decorated with Ancient Roman mosaics.
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
0+ days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Borghese Gallery Private Tour (Skip-the-Line Admission) take?
Borghese Gallery Private Tour (Skip-the-Line Admission) lasts about 2h 30min. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Borghese Gallery Private Tour (Skip-the-Line Admission) cost?
Prices start at $416 per person for this Rome experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $718. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Borghese Gallery Private Tour (Skip-the-Line Admission) run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, starting at 4:45 PM.
Does Borghese Gallery Private Tour (Skip-the-Line Admission) sell out?
It can: 22 of the next 22 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Borghese Gallery Private Tour (Skip-the-Line Admission) for free?
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Piazzale Scipione Borghese, 5 - at the entrance gates for visitors, located on the left hand side of the white building of Borghese Gallery (see PDF attached for more details). Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Borghese Gallery Private Tour (Skip-the-Line Admission) offered in?
The experience is available in AR, DE, RU, EN, IT, FR, NL, ES.
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.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Borghese Gallery Private Tour (Skip-the-Line Admission) worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 3 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by RomaExperience Tours.
Reviews(3)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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BOBBIJO_B
October 4, 2023 · via Viator
Lovely Experience with EXPERT guide!
We met our tour guide, Rosa, at the museum. Rosa was holding a sign with my name making it very easy to connect. We booked a private tour for 4. Our husbands decided to skip this activity so it was just 2 of us on this private tour. Rosa was incredibly friendly, professional, & decisive in her tour. She took us through the museum chronologically which involved going out of order. We would have never known to do this without Rosa. She made sure we saw the Bernini sculptures and explained the history behind each one. I can’t say enough about Rosa. After our tour she walked with us outside and gave us tips on what to do in Florence with our guide. We really appreciated Rosa & her vast knowledge of the Galleria Borghese!
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DianneCrosby
September 15, 2019 · via Tripadvisor
art history for all of us
Our guide, Julia greeted us with a huge smile and her love for this gallery made the tour a real joy. She shared many stories and information about the masterpieces and the artists as well as the Borghese family and their role in the Italian Renaissance. This history is more dramatic than fiction and the two hours left me wanting more. She brought it all to life in a fully enjoyable, relevant, private tour. It is so worth the extra money to have a private guide for this once-in-a-lifetime visit.
Operator response
Dear DianneCrosby,
Many fall in love with this beautiful galleria located in heart of Villa Borghese, but it takes a talented guide to gather the piecess and summon them in one big storyline.
We are over the moon reading how Giulia greated you with a big smile and made you appreciate the Gallery even more.
Thank you very much for sharing your feedback with us, I will be sure to let Giulia know what a brilliant job she has done.
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Angelika D
June 11, 2019 · via Tripadvisor
Informative and Professional Tour
We had a great experience, it was a very informative and professional tour. Too bad the museum would only give 2 hours for a visit. If given the chance I would go back for a second visit. Our guide Vincenzo was excellent.
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Operator response
Angelika D,
Galleria Borghese is the home to many impressive artworks and I can completely understand your wish to visit another time!
Currently as you mentioned the museums (due to its popularity) do not allow visitations longer than 2 hours at a time. But its great to here that in the time you had there with Vincenzo he did an amazing job.
We would love to show you arounnd again and can even make sure that upon request Vincenzo himself could provide you with another tour!
Feel free to get in touch with us if you wish for us if you need any assistance planning future visits.
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