Borghese Gallery Tour & Tickets: With Bernini, Caravaggio, & Raphael

New tour

14 reviews

1.5 hours

Max 15

Why take this tour?

Highlights

  • Acquaint yourself with some of the most impressive collections of Renaissance and Baroque art in the world
  • Ponder the paintings of some of the world's most renowned artists while led by an expert guide
  • Intensify your appreciation of art by listening to the stories that surround the pieces
  • Sites Visited
  • Galleria Borghese
  • Bernini’s "Apollo and Daphne"
  • Bernini’s "Rape of Proserpine"
  • Bernini’s "David"
  • Antonio Canova’s "Pauline Bonaparte"
  • Caravaggio’s "David and Goliath"
  • Caravaggio’s "St. John The Baptist"
  • Raphael’s "The Deposition"
  • Titian’s "The Scourging of Christ"
  • Tour Includes
  • Local English-speaking guide
  • Expertly guided walking tour
  • All-inclusive ticket for Galleria Borghese
  • Headset (groups over 6)

Take the opportunity to see Baroque art in its original setting

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Verified Customer reviews

Latest reviews
Excellent
If you love art and sculpture sign up fast to this fabulous tour. But.. Be sure you get a tour from Walks. I was beyond blessed to have Michael as my tour guide. Words can not describe how truly wonderful he is. He is intelligent, creative, welcoming, kind, helpful, engaging, friendly, funny, brilliant, smart, compassionate and highly educated. His knowledge and ability to teach is what made this tour so spectacular. I learned more than I ever imagined but was allowed to take in the delights. He told us he was going to pick and narrow down the best pieces but in fairness all is the best. But to go through the entire space we would have to be there a month and we had a schedule to keep. The works he chose were the highlight and I am thankful he has a critical eye and a wealth of knowledge. I was so nervous to be touring alone and arrived early. He said please sit in the shade i will not forget you. You are early but this is good I like it when my guests are early. The art is mind blowing. I had not idea I would be so close to these works. And the history surrounding them. If you have trouble walking 3 stories... Get in shape. There are three which felt more like 5 flights of stairs that you need to get up. He reminded us all to take a deep breath and follow. He does not talk while we are hiking these steps because this is a challenge for all. No elevator or ability for those in wheelchairs to navigate. But the reason he does this, He goes from the least busy part of the museum slowly making his way back down to the busier parts of the tour at the end. Very smart of him as we were able to get photos without the barriers of other tourists. He welcomed all questions and was generous with information about the pieces. Every question was responded with kindness and even a bit of humor. At one point he wanted us to navigate through a section but wanted us to be surprised so told us to follow NO PEEKING and once we got to the desired spot he wanted to see the wonder on our faces and teach us the joy of all the art. This tour should be a requirement for every graduate of Art History and by Michael of Walks. He was like a college professor but more fun. Thank you Walks. Because of this tour I signed up for another walks of Italy Tour. And walks is my favorite tour company. I could upload a 100 photos but chose just a few treasures that spoke to me.
Tripadvisor customer · Sep 12, 2023
Excellent
The guide was very knowledgeable and described what we were seeing and the intention of the artist. She also provided details about the artists life.
Viator customer · Sep 09, 2023
Excellent
Our guide, Sev, made this tour an unforgettable experience. He is so knowledgeable about the collection, but even better, he clearly enjoys sharing what he knows. We felt like we were in the art history class we had always wanted to take and didn't even know it. Sev interpreted what we saw in a friendly and engaging way. The two hours flew by, and I can appreciate how amazing is the art we saw by Bernini, Caravaggio and Raphael and he also explained about the Borghese collection and Villa history as a whole. Highly recommend!
Viator customer · Aug 21, 2023
Excellent
I've wanted to go to the Borghese for years so was expecting to be impressed but I was truly blown away by what I saw on this tour. Having a guide made all the difference as there wasn't a huge amount of information on the artworks in the rooms, and our guide, Kylie, was so animated in her explanations of the pieces - she brought the sculptures even more to life than they already are!
Tripadvisor customer · Aug 17, 2023
Excellent
Our guide Emily was very passionate about the art and history of this place. She got us to slow down and really look at the art in a different way. I would highly recommend her and Viator.
Viator customer · Aug 10, 2023

FAQs

Can I use a wheelchair on this tour?
Yes, but we require advance notice in order to accommodate wheelchairs on this tour. After booking, please contact us so that we can organize a private tour for you. If we cannot find a guide to lead you that day we'll offer you the same tour on the next available date or give you credit for another tour anywhere else in the world.
Is the Borghese Gallery Wheelchair accessible?
Unfortunately the second floor of the Borghese Gallery is not wheelchair accessible. This means we can't, in good faith, accommodate wheelchair users on this tour. Please contact our Customer Service team for details on our private tour options.
Can I bring my bag/camera?
You have to check your bag before entering the galleries but you CAN bring your camera inside. Just don't use your flash.

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