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Skip-the-Line Borghese Gallery Rome Private Tour with Guide
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2h–5h 30min
- Price from
- $255 / person
- Location
- Rome, Italy
- Languages
- DE, RU, EN, IT
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- See policy below
- Confirmation
- Within 24h
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Rosotravel - Italy City Tour
- Meeting point
- Meet your guide In front of Fontana di Galleria Borghese (in front of the Borghese Gallery), Viale del Museo Borghese, 00197 Roma RM, Italy
Description
See Raphael, Bernini, Caravaggio and other Italian masters at the Borghese Gallery, one of the most prestigious art galleries in the world, on a private tour with an Expert Guide. Choose one of our excellent tour options tailored to your needs and interests: 2-hour: Borghese Gallery Enjoy a private tour of the Borghese Gallery Museum, exploring its vast art collection at your own pace. 3,5-hour: Borghese Gallery & Transport Book a 1,5-hour round-trip transfer and a 2-hour private tour of the Borghese Gallery Museum, exploring its vast art collection at your own pace. 4-hour: Borghese Gallery & Pincian Hill Enjoy an extended walking tour to visit the Borghese Gallery Museum and see other attractions of the Pincian Hill, such as Villa Borghese, Piazza del Popolo and Spanish Steps. 5,5-hour: Borghese Gallery, Pincian Hill & Transport Book a 1,5-hour round-trip transfer and a 2-hour private tour of the Borghese Gallery Museum, exploring its vast art collection at your own pace.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, and Sun
- Start times
- 11 times a day, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
- Next available
- Wed, Oct 14
- Adult (ages 5+)
- $255
- Infant (ages 0–4)
- Free
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $476.
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.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Meet your guide In front of Fontana di Galleria Borghese (in front of the Borghese Gallery), Viale del Museo Borghese, 00197 Roma RM, Italy
Galleria Borghese
This tour includes tickets with a reserved time slot to enter, so you don't have to bother yourself with booking your tickets at the last minute, as they're often sold out well in advance. Your Expert Guide will show you the highlights of the Borghese Collection assembled by Cardinal Scipione Borghese. It’s a rare chance to see major collections of Bernini, Caravaggio, Raphael, and Titian, and of ancient Roman art, such as a famous 320–30 AD mosaic of gladiators. It will be a pleasure for every art lover and a great introduction to Italian art history. You will learn about classical antiquity and Italian masters through fascinating stories told by a passionate Art Expert. Enjoy an exclusive journey into the world of art and see the extraordinary paintings, modern and ancient sculpture, bas-reliefs, mosaics and furniture at the Borghese Gallery Museum in Rome. Book in advance to avoid disappointment!
Rome
Private car transfers to make it easier for you to reach the museum from any location in Rome. We will organize a private driver and car for your round-trip transfer.
Villa Borghese
Enjoy a walk through Villa Borghese, one of the largest and most popular urban parks in Rome, which features many historical landmarks, villas , landscaped gardens and lakes.
Passeggiata del Pincio
You will also see Passeggiata del Pincio with its 200+ busts of prominent figures, Piazza del Popolo with Rome’s oldest obelisk, and the famous Spanish Steps.
What's included
Included
Private car transfers with pickup and drop-off at your accommodation (3,5- and 5,5H options only)
Private Art & History Tour of the Borghese Gallery Museum and nearby attractions -
Extended walking tour of the Pincian Hill, Rome (4- and 5,5-hour options only)
Skip-the-line tickets to the Borghese Gallery with a reserved time slot
(number of attractions depends on the option selected) and Rome Top Highlights
5-Star Art Expert-Guide who is fluent in the language selected when booking
Not included
Extended walking tour of the Pincian Hill, Rome (in 2- and 3,5-hour options)
Private car transfers with pickup and drop-off at your accommodation (in 2- and 4-hour options)
Pickup Locations & Times
Pick-up and Drop-off from accommodation in Rome.
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please check your email the day before the tour to receive important information.
- Please note that all sales are final and non refundable. The Borghese Gallery is usually sold out well in advance, so it's best to book this tour earlier to avoid disappointment.
- Skip-the-line tickets to the Borghese Gallery are reserved for a specific time slot, so it's important to arrive at the meeting point on time. You will save time by skipping the line at the ticket office, but there is only one entrance so there may be a line to get in. There are mandatory security checks. Admission includes the permanent exhibition.
- The 3,5- and 5,5-hour options include an estimated 1,5-hour round-trip transfer time between the meeting point and the accommodation address provided when booking. Please note that the transfer time quoted is for information purposes only and can take longer or shorter depending on the distance and traffic.
- We will arrange private transfers in a standard car (sedan) for groups of 1-4 people, and in a larger van for groups of 5 people and more. If you're traveling in a smaller group but want to travel in a more spacious car, we recommend booking a 5-people tour to take advantage of a larger vehicle.
- Due to the Borghese Gallery Museum's rules, 1 licensed guide can show a group of 1-15 people, so the price of the tour will be higher if you need more than 1 guide. Headsets / whispers will be provided for groups of 5 and more.
Cancellation
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Skip-the-Line Borghese Gallery Rome Private Tour with Guide take?
Skip-the-Line Borghese Gallery Rome Private Tour with Guide lasts about 2h–5h 30min. The itinerary has 5 stops.
How much does Skip-the-Line Borghese Gallery Rome Private Tour with Guide cost?
Prices start at $255 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 $476. There are 4 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Skip-the-Line Borghese Gallery Rome Private Tour with Guide run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, with 11 departures a day between 8:00 AM and 4:30 PM.
Can I cancel Skip-the-Line Borghese Gallery Rome Private Tour with Guide for free?
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Pick-up and Drop-off from accommodation in Rome. Pickup points include Borgo Noci Querceto.
What languages is Skip-the-Line Borghese Gallery Rome Private Tour with Guide offered in?
The experience is available in DE, RU, EN, IT, PL, 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.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Confirmation is sent by the operator within 24 hours of booking.
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