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Private Borghese Gallery Tour with Art Historian Guide
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1h 30min
- Price from
- $223 / person
- Location
- Rome, Italy
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 1 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- See policy below
- 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
Discover the masterpieces of Rome’s Borghese Gallery in complete comfort on this private tour led by an expert art historian. Tickets are limited and are hard to come by, but with pre-reserved entry, you'll enjoy access to one of Italy’s most exclusive art collections. Explore masterpieces by Caravaggio, Bernini, Raphael, and Canova, each revealed through engaging stories. Unlike larger group visits, this private experience allows for deeper conversation, personalized attention, and the freedom to linger where inspiration strikes.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, and Sun
- Start times
- 11:45 AM, 12:45 PM, 3:45 PM, and 5:30 PM
- Next available
- Sat, Oct 24
- Adult (ages 2+)
- $223
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 5:10 PM in the coming weeks.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 15.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Borghese Gallery
Enter the Borghese Gallery with pre-reserved tickets and explore twenty rooms filled with masterpieces by Caravaggio, Raphael, Canova, and Bernini. With your private art historian guide, learn the dramatic backstories behind each work and admire the exquisite interiors of this 17th-century villa.
What's included
Included
Titian’s The Scourging of Christ (and much more)
Bernini’s Rape of Proserpine
Caravaggio’s David and Goliath
All-inclusive ticket for Galleria Borghese
Bernini’s David
Bernini’s Apollo and Daphne
Expertly guided walking tour
Raphael’s Raphael’s The Deposition
Caravaggio’s St. John The Baptist
Antonio Canova’s Pauline Bonaparte
Not included
Gratuities
Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
5.0
1 reviews
How it compares in Rome
- Starting price $223 is 97% above 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
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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.
- Walks and Devour comply with all local government regulations. Please refer to local government guidelines for the most up to date information.
Cancellation
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
0+ days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Private Borghese Gallery Tour with Art Historian Guide take?
Private Borghese Gallery Tour with Art Historian Guide lasts about 1h 30min. The itinerary has 1 stop.
How much does Private Borghese Gallery Tour with Art Historian Guide cost?
Prices start at $223 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 is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Private Borghese Gallery Tour with Art Historian Guide 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, 3:45 PM, and 5:30 PM.
Can I cancel Private Borghese Gallery Tour with Art Historian Guide for free?
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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 Private Borghese Gallery Tour with Art Historian Guide offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 5 travellers can book together.
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are 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 Private Borghese Gallery Tour with Art Historian Guide worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 1 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Walks - Italy & Spain.
Reviews(1)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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