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Galleria Borghese
Nice place. Amazing works. Stay in a wonderful park. One of the few with air conditioning. Which is important for the European summer. The executive guide Marta! I recommend
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Borghese Gallery Small-Group Tour with Canova's Masterpieces
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1h 30min
- Price from
- $79 / person
- Location
- Rome, Italy
- Rating
- 4.7 / 5 · 169 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 15
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Walks - Italy & Spain
- Meeting point
- Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a yellow WalksDevour sign. This tour meets at Galleria Borghese, Piazzale Scipione Borghese, 5, 00197 Roma, Italy. Meet outside at the double staircase directly in front of Galleria Borghese.
Description
Explore the Villa Borghese's meticulously curated collection during this small-group tour in Rome. Stroll through twenty rooms of the 17th-century palace with an art historian guide. See breathtaking works by masters like Caravaggio, Bernini and Raphael, including Bernini's 'Apollo and Persephone' and Caravaggio's 'St John the Baptist'. Admire the villa's marble architecture and ceiling frescoes as you listen to engaging commentary from your guide. This small-group tour is limited to 15 people or less.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, and Sun
- Start times
- 11:45 AM, 12:45 PM, 1:45 PM, 3:45 PM, and 5:30 PM
- Next available
- Wed, Oct 21
- Adult (ages 15+)
- $79
- Child (ages 2–14)
- $67
- Infant (ages 0–1)
- Free
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $446.
Larger groups pay less per person.
Out at sunset: the 3:45 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 5:13 PM in the coming weeks.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Galleria Borghese
When you skip the line to step into the Borghese Gallery, the first thing to notice is the tranquility. Set in the former home of 17th-century cardinal Scipione Borghese, the gallery permits entrance only to a select number of visitors each day. Your pre-reserved passes give you a designated time slot for a look at this exclusive collection. Together with an expert art historian, you can see works by a number of renowned artists, such as Caravaggio's David and Goliath and St John the Baptist, Anthony Canova's Pauline Bonaparte, Raphael's The Deposition, and Gian Lorenzo Bernini's Apollo and Daphne, The Rape of Proserpina, and David. Many of the works were commissioned specifically for this space, and the collection offers one of the most incredible experiences for lovers of art in Rome.
What's included
Included
Bernini’s "Apollo and Daphne"
Raphael’s "The Deposition"
Bernini’s "David"
All-inclusive ticket for Galleria Borghese
Antonio Canova’s "Pauline Bonaparte"
Caravaggio’s "David and Goliath"
Caravaggio’s "St. John The Baptist"
Expertly guided walking tour
Bernini’s "Rape of Proserpine"
Expert, English-Speaking guide
Not included
Gratuities
Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.7
169 reviews
How it compares in Rome
- Starting price $79 is 30% below the typical $113 for tours of similar length in Rome
Excurgo comparison of 8,082 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour is in English.
- We are able to accomodate guests with mobility impairment or wheelcharis, please make sure to email our Guest Experience team at the time of your booking for proper arrangements.
- This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
- Please note: This tour offers multiple options. Take a moment to choose the one that best suits your interests.
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 Small-Group Tour with Canova's Masterpieces take?
Borghese Gallery Small-Group Tour with Canova's Masterpieces lasts about 1h 30min. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Borghese Gallery Small-Group Tour with Canova's Masterpieces cost?
Prices start at $79 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 $446. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Borghese Gallery Small-Group Tour with Canova's Masterpieces run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, starting at 11:45 AM, 12:45 PM, 1:45 PM, 3:45 PM, and 5:30 PM.
How much does Borghese Gallery Small-Group Tour with Canova's Masterpieces cost for children?
Children aged 2–14 pay from $67, adults from $79. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Borghese Gallery Small-Group Tour with Canova's Masterpieces 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 Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a yellow WalksDevour sign. This tour meets at Galleria Borghese, Piazzale Scipione Borghese, 5, 00197 Roma, Italy. Meet outside at the double staircase directly in front of Galleria Borghese. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Borghese Gallery Small-Group Tour with Canova's Masterpieces offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 15 participants.
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible We are able to accomodate guests with mobility impairment or wheelcharis, please make sure to email our Guest Experience team at the time of your booking for proper arrangements.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Borghese Gallery Small-Group Tour with Canova's Masterpieces worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.7 out of 5 across 169 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Walks - Italy & Spain.
Reviews(169)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
C
Outstanding and Worthwhile
Emily was an outstanding guide. Knowledgeable about art history, but also draws you into the experience of seeing the artwork and sculptures in a different light.
J
Look elsewhere
Viator is simply a ticket broker that doesn’t seemingly provide any value add. Stick to the services that actually provide the tours and you’ll be better off. We purchased very overpriced tickets to the Borghese and the tour operator cancelled almost immediately after taking payment with no alternative options. Viator sent me the tickets vouchers the day the before as if the tour was still scheduled and I had to go through their customer service to receive a refund.
A
Excellent tour guide with...
Excellent tour guide with deep knowledge and insights about the museum. Highly recommend while you are in Rome.
A
Outstanding!
The guide was extremely knowledgeable and motivated to explain the history and the symbolism of paintings and sculptures. It was like a lecture on art history.
D
A little disappointed in guide
The Borghese Gallery has many wonderful pieces of art. We were excited to experience them. Our guide took so long on the first sculpture that we did not get to see every room. We were disappointed. Not sure what we missed. We were on the last tour of the day. Sometimes less is more from your guide.
A
Meeting point is...
At meeting point is outside the museum, there will be someone with tour banners, very good tour with the guide
B
Art History Tour Guide
Tour guide was an art history professional from NYC. She provided a detailed explanation of Bernini’s sculptures.
D
Amazing!
Emily was an amazing tour guide! Taught us so much about the art work. Had a blast would 100% do again!
4
Educational and memorable
The tour was perfect! We learnt so much about art, what to look for in a sculpture, the lives of the artists and the models and history of the gallery.
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