The guide will wait for you in front of the museum's entrance with a visible logo.
Description
Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity to see this incredible artwork collection in a superb setting and to learn all about the history of the Villa, of The Borghese family and of Rome. Book your Borghese Gallery tour to skip the line and to make the most of your visit on a small group tour with our expert and professional guides.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Start times
10 times a day, 9:00 AM–5:30 PM
Next available
Sun, Nov 1
Adult (ages 18+)
$97
Youth (ages 0–17)
$86
Out at sunset: the 4:00 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 5:03 PM in the coming weeks.
In demand: 32 of the next 82 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 20.
Tour Options
Borghese's Gallery Tour 2
Borghese's Gallery Tour
Borghese's Gallery Tour
More availabilities!
Borghese's Gallery Tour 3
BGT
Itinerary
Galleria Borghese
Admission included120 min
Borghese Gallery is a not-to-be-missed attraction for those who love Italian artworks. One of the greatest art collections in the world awaits you in a sumptuous and regal setting built by Scipione Borghese, Pope Paul V’s nephew in the early 17th century.
The Borghese Gallery sculptures collection includes several other masterpieces by Gianlorenzo Bernini, including The Truth, Scipione Borghese’s Bust and many of the artist’s self-portrait. The Museum also hosts one of the most famous works by the Italian Master of Neoclassic sculpture, Antonio Canova. Walk into the Paolina Room and pause to contemplate the wonderful statue of Paolina Borghese, Camillo Borghese’s wife, in the guise of Venus.
As you continue your tour, marvel at the sight of the Old Masters, such as Raffaello’s famous Lady with Unicorn and Portrait of Pope Julius II, or Caravaggio’s David with the Head of Goliath, Boy with a Basket of Fruit, St Jerome, and Self-Portrait as Bacchus, to name but a few.
What's included
Included
English speaking guide
Guaranteed small group of 15 Participants max
Skip-the-Line entrance to Borghese Gallery
Headset to hear the guide
Not included
Tips
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.1
60 reviews
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42
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9
How it compares in Rome
Starting price $97 is 14% below the typical $113 for tours of similar length in Rome
Excurgo comparison of 8,091 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
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
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 Skip the Line Guided Tour take?
Borghese Gallery Skip the Line Guided Tour lasts about 2 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Borghese Gallery Skip the Line Guided Tour cost?
Prices start at $97 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 Skip the Line Guided Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 10 departures a day between 9:00 AM and 5:30 PM.
Does Borghese Gallery Skip the Line Guided Tour sell out?
It can: 32 of the next 82 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Borghese Gallery Skip the Line 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 The guide will wait for you in front of the museum's entrance with a visible logo. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Borghese Gallery Skip the Line Guided Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 15 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Borghese Gallery Skip the Line Guided Tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.1 out of 5 across 60 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Rome with Silvia.
Reviews(60)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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MariaTeresa_H
October 6, 2026 · via Viator
Wonderful guide, terrible customer service
Guide was wonderful and the gallery is a must see. But customer service was TERRIBLE and I would not book a tour with this company again. My booking clearly said 4pm at my Viator confirmation, yet they started calling me at 3:30pm asking where I was and then sending WhatsApp messages saying the tour would start at 3:45 as per my voucher (which I never received, only a confirmation in Viator). Luckily I always arrive early but other guests arrived later and a couple even missed the tour. If you book this, arrive 30 mins early, but given miscommunication and rude personnel, I would recommend looking for another company to book this tour.
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Carole_M
October 5, 2026 · via Viator
Gallery set in middle of...
Gallery set in middle of a beautiful park with incredible views of Rome. The gallery is home of irreplaceable, priceless pieces of art. Also not as crowded as a lot of famous sites in Rome. Tour guide very engaging and knowledgeable.
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Jaime_O
October 4, 2026 · via Viator
Beautiful art
This gallery is Amazing. You get to see some truly amazing things. The tour guide was an art teacher and full of information. She was very passionate about the art and telling the stories behind it. Only negative was she got so caught up talking in some of the spots that she was super into, that we ran out of time at the end and missed some of the rooms only getting to briefly and quickly walk through the last few rooms as the venue was closing and they were telling us to leave. She may need to shorten some of the information in the earlier rooms since there is not enough time to delve that deep and still at least make it to each room. I did love her passion, just don't want to miss some of the rooms.
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Jannien_W
October 3, 2026 · via Viator
Great tour and leader
Very well organized tour. Leader was where we expected and tour started on time. Leader was well versed in the art and culture.
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Pamela_C
September 27, 2026 · via Viator
Villa Borghese Gallery guide was excellent
Sylvia Rossetti, our guide for the Villa Borghese Gallery, was excellent. She was highly knowledgeable and her stories and enthusiasm made the wonderful sculptures and paintings come to life.
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Sharon_S
September 24, 2026 · via Viator
Marvelous journey through the Borghese gallery!
Wonderful tour! Our tour guide, Stephania, was wonderful. She provided a narrative that was informative and easy to follow. The details she included followed a logical and clear path. She’s was easy to hear and follow throughout the museum. She provided a wonderful journey!
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Susan_V
September 20, 2026 · via Viator
Guide was lovely and the...
Guide was lovely and the tour was amazing. We saw all the important artworks and the history and story behind these works was very much appreciated.
Operator response
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted you enjoyed the tour and appreciated the stories and history behind the artworks. It was a pleasure having you with us!
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Patrick_H
September 14, 2026 · via Viator
Disappointed at the Borghese Gallery
Our guide was knowledgeable but was finished 45 minutes early. He also lost most of the group! First time we have been disappointed with a Viator booking.
Operator response
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re glad to hear that you found the guide knowledgeable, but we’re very sorry to hear that the tour ended 45 minutes early and that most of the group was left behind. We understand how disappointing this must have been and sincerely apologize for the experience.
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Carole_N
September 14, 2026 · via Viator
Excellent tour guided by Stephano
The notice of the schedule change arrived early enough and was reminded the day before; the new schedule was respected.
Operator response
Merci beaucoup pour votre excellente note! Au plaisir de vous accueillir à nouveau!
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vincentpX5159AC
September 12, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Great tour
Excellent collection of art work with insightful commentary by the guide. Very informative.
Operator response
Thank you so much for your 5-star review! We’re delighted you enjoyed the artwork and found the guide’s commentary insightful and informative. It was a pleasure having you with us!
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