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Borghese Gallery Private Tour: The Greatest Baroque Masterpieces
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Price from
- $257 / person
- Location
- Rome, Italy
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 6 reviews
- Languages
- DE, RU, EN, IT
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- See policy below
- Confirmation
- Within 24h
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Anno Domini Tours
- Meeting point
- Please meet your guide as follows: standing in front of and facing the main entrance into the Borghese Gallery, to your right there will be a white marble ancient statue missing its head. The coordinator and your guide will be there with a sign saying Viator - Alwaysrome - Anno Domini
Description
The Borghese Gallery is one of the most exquisite and mesmerizing museums in the world — an intimate treasure house, set within a Roman villa and its gardens, where every room rewards a closer look. Because admission is strictly timed and the collection compact, you'll experience it the way it was meant to be seen: unhurried, uncrowded, and richly personal. Your private guide, a seasoned art historian, brings the story of this extraordinary collection to life — from Bernini's marble, so alive it seems caught mid-breath, to the shadow and drama of Caravaggio's canvases, and the painted ceilings overhead. You won't simply view the masterpieces of the Renaissance and Baroque; you'll come to understand the beauty they hold, the patrons and rivalries that produced them, and the passions that shaped them. This is a luxury private experience designed to let you encounter art at its most sublime — and truly comprehend it.
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, Nov 24
- Adult (ages 18+)
- $257
- Child (ages 5–17)
- $80
- Infant (ages 0–4)
- Free
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $286.
Larger groups pay less per person.
Out at sunset: the 4:00 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 5:01 PM in the coming weeks.
In demand: 234 of the next 234 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 22.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Galleria Borghese
Discover a hidden treasure of art history with works from masters like Bernini & Caravaggio. Your tour guide will tell you the story of this unique collection for a once-in-a-lifetime experience
Villa Borghese Gardens
After your tour, feel free to stroll around and visit the vast Borghese Gardens, and reach the Piazza del Popolo or the Spanish Steps. Your guide will answer all questions and help you get around.
What's included
Included
Radio receivers and headsets (when required)
All Fees and Taxes
Reserved Skip the line entrance ticket
Professional Licensed Tour Guide
Not included
Tips & gratuities
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
6 reviews
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
0+ days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does this tour take?
Borghese Gallery Private Tour: The Greatest Baroque Masterpieces lasts about 2 hours. The itinerary has 2 stops.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices start at $257 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 $286. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does this 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.
How much does this tour cost for children?
Children aged 5–17 pay from $80, adults from $257. Infants go free.
Does this tour sell out?
It can: 234 of the next 234 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel this tour for free?
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Please meet your guide as follows: standing in front of and facing the main entrance into the Borghese Gallery, to your right there will be a white marble ancient statue missing its head. The coordinator and your guide will be there with a sign saying Viator - Alwaysrome - Anno Domini. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is this tour offered in?
The experience is available in DE, RU, EN, IT, FR, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Confirmation is sent by the operator within 24 hours of booking.
Is this tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 6 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Anno Domini Tours.
Reviews(6)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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