Behind every room of the Borghese Gallery is a sense of privilege: limited entry, extraordinary masterpieces, and an atmosphere that already feels far removed from the usual museum visit. This experience elevates it further with a more exclusive way to explore, whether through the privacy of your own dedicated guide or the intimacy of a semi-private setting with just a few guests. Rather than moving through the gallery as part of a standard crowd, you experience it with greater space, more personal attention, and the freedom to appreciate Bernini and Caravaggio in a way that feels more immersive, more refined, and far more special.
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $571.
Larger groups pay less per person.
Out at sunset: the 4:00 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 5:13 PM in the coming weeks.
In demand: 179 of the next 224 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
Step into the Borghese Gallery on a private visit and explore one of Rome’s most exquisite art collections with your own expert guide. Set within a grand 17th-century villa shaped by Cardinal Scipione Borghese, the gallery brings together sculpture, painting, and richly decorated interiors in an intimate setting designed for close appreciation. As you move through its elegant halls, your guide reveals the stories behind Bernini’s Apollo and Daphne, where marble comes to life in motion, and Caravaggio’s David with the Head of Goliath and Boy with a Basket of Fruit, where light and shadow create striking intensity. You’ll also encounter Raphael’s graceful works, Roman mosaics, and pieces by Titian and Canova, all connected through a visit that feels more personal, focused, and engaging in a private format, transforming the gallery into a clear and memorable journey through artistic genius.
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All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Rome Borghese Gallery VIP Private Guided Tour lasts about 2 hours. The itinerary has 1 stop.
Prices start at $263 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 $571. There are 6 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
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.
It can: 179 of the next 224 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
The meeting point is Meet your host at the front of the Borghese Gallery, by the drinking-water fountain "La Fontana dei Mascheroni." Look for the purple with the company name t-shirt. Please arrive 15 minutes before the start time, as late arrivals may not be allowed on the tour. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
The experience is available in DE, RU, JA, EN, FR.
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 6 travellers can book together.
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 1 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Crown Tours.
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
The guide was terrific. She was extremely knowledgeable and brought to life everything we saw. The visit would not have been nearly as rewarding without her.
Thank you for your wonderful review. We’re delighted your guide brought the Borghese Gallery to life and made the visit so rewarding with her knowledge and passion. We’re so glad you enjoyed the experience and hope to welcome you again soon. Best regards, Sky Crown Tours
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rome Borghese Gallery VIP Private Guided Tour | 2 hours | 5.0 (1) | $263 | |
 Borghese Gallery Small Group Guided Tour or Ticket Skip the Line | 2 hours | 4.9 (161) | $31 | View |
 Borghese Gallery, Canova’s Masterpieces Skip-the-Line Guided Tour | 2 hours | 4.7 (1,231) | $206 | View |
 Rome: Borghese Gallery & Gardens Small Group Guided Tour | 2h 30min | 4.6 (2,305) | $64 | View |
 Borghese Gallery Guided Tour with Skip-the-Line Entry | 2 hours | 4.8 (355) | $171 | View |
 Borghese Gallery Guided Tour with Priority Entrance | 2 hours | 4.9 (288) | $77 | View |
 Borghese Gallery VIP Tour - Skip the Line Tickets | 2 hours | 5.0 (2) | $446 | View |