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Borghese Gallery Virtual Tour: the Most Beautiful Art Gallery in the World

Explore the incredible Borghese Gallery , a unique gem, filled up with masterpieces in the heart of Rome and some of the finest Renaissance-era artwork in the world!

Discover the splendours of the Roman Baroque with our immersive virtual experience of the Borghese Gallery. The museum is a treasure trove of art: Caravaggio , Raphael , Titian , Correggio , Bernini and Canova are among the artists whose works are displayed in the gallery and its vast collection of paintings, sculptures, mosaics and bas-reliefs that each year attract multitudes of visitors.

During the virtual tour, you will be led by an art and history passionate guide through this outstanding Museum, it will be an incredible opportunity to discover one of the world’s greatest art galleries . Our guide will reveal the secrets and anecdotes of this ancient palace and the treasures it holds : you will learn about the scandalous life of the unscrupulous and art-obsessed Cardinal Scipione Borghese and you will admire Caravaggio’s most important paintings, including “ Young sick Bacchus ” and “ Boy with a basket of fruit ,” as well as Bernini and Canova’s magnificent sculpture collection, boasting works like “ Apollo and Daphne ,” “ David ,” “ The rape of Preserpina ,” and “ Paolina Bonaparte ”…all from the comfort of your own home

Thursday, February 08th, 2024

03.00 pm – 04.00 pm EST (New York Time)

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The tour will last approximately 1 hour. At the end of the tour you will be given the chance to interact and make questions just like a live tour. The tour takes place in English!

⭐PRICE⭐ How much does the virtual tour cost? Our virtual tour is tip-based . We prefer a system where you don’t have to pay for a ticket in advance without knowing how the virtual tour is going to be, instead, you take part in the tour first and at the end, you decide the price based on your satisfaction. Support our cultural activities  with a voluntary contribution. Your contribution will help us continue our initiative and  support the guides . You can leave a tip here:

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Galleria Borghese

Il Museo Galleria Borghese custodisce ed espone una collezione di sculture, bassorilievi e mosaici antichi, nonché dipinti e sculture dal XV al XIX secolo. Tra i capolavori della raccolta, il cui primo e più importante nucleo risale al collezionismo del cardinale Scipione (1579-1633), nipote di Papa Paolo V, ci sono opere di Caravaggio, Raffaello, Tiziano, Correggio, Antonello da Messina, Giovanni Bellini e le sculture di Gian Lorenzo Bernini e del Canova.

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Borghese Gallery Virtual Tour: A Cardinal's Dream

Explore one of the world's greatest art galleries from home on our virtual tour of the Villa Borghese

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Tour Overview

Discover the splendours of the Roman Baroque with our immersive online tour of the Borghese Gallery. Equal parts aristocratic pleasure palace and historic art gallery, the intimate Villa Borghese is a treasure trove of Renaissance and Baroque art. In the virtual company of expert art historian Federica, discover how the magnificent Villa was the brainchild of the unscrupulous and art-obsessed Cardinal Scipione Borghese, the pope’s all-powerful nephew. Learn all about Borghese's scandalous life, and how his largesse launched the career of one of the greatest sculptors to have ever picked up a chisel – Gianlorenzo Bernini. Join Federica on this virtual exploration of the incredible Borghese collection, and discover how Bernini's revolutionary conception of three-dimensional space ushered in a completely new language of art. If the day of the week or start time of this group tour doesn't work for you, please email us at [email protected] to arrange a suitable alternative date.

• Immersive Borghese Gallery experience
• Live broadcast from Rome with art historian Federica
• Videos, photos and interactive content will make the gallery come alive
• Have your questions answered live by Federica

• Explore Scipione Borghese's lavish villa
• Discover Bernini's sculptural masterpieces in-depth
• Learn about masterpieces like Raphael's Deposition, Canova's Paoline Bonaparte and more

Tour Description

  meet your guide: federica.

Hi I'm Federica! I have a degree in Art History from La Sapienza University in Rome, where my studies focused on the Italian Renaissance and its protagonists. A few months later I became a licensed tour guide, and I started working in the most important museums and archaeological areas in Rome. While working with people coming from all over the world, I realised that teaching art is a form of art itself, and that there are many cultural, anthropological, psychological and linguistic obstacles that prevent people from fully understanding what they see. I obtained a Masters degree in Art and Disabilities, which gave me the chance to learn more about the importance of ‘removing the obstacles’ and making culture accessible to everyone. As well as my work for Through Eternity I study sign language, and also teach Contemporary Art in a private academy for young students.

What Exactly is a Through Eternity Virtual Tour?   

The world of travel might be on hold right now, but just because we're all staying at home to help the world overcome a common enemy doesn't mean we have to put our wanderlust on the back burner. Frustrated with not being able to get our travel fix, we decided to transform our award-winning tours into immersive virtual experiences, meaning you can still explore Italy’s spectacular archaeological sites and jaw-dropping museums from the comfort of your own home.

* Please note that the booking times are in US Eastern Standard Time and Rome, Italy CET is 6 hours ahead *

Fun and informative , our virtual tours take the form of online  real-time presentations  led by our  expert guides . Combining videos, high-definition photos and more, our guides will be sharing their wealth of knowledge and experience with you on these interactive walkthroughs of Italy’s most fascinating sites. The  live format  of our virtual tours means you’ll be able to ask your guide anything you wish, just like on a normal tour. We really believe it's the next best thing to being here!

As a sign of our gratitude to those who are on the front line fighting the Coronavirus, we would be more than happy to invite all first responders , health workers and NHS workers to join our Virtual Tours for free. Please message our office staff directly!

Please note that the proceeds from our online tours go directly to our guides, providing them with a valuable lifeline in these tough times for the world of travel. Thank you for your support!  

Rediscover the opulent lifestyle of a wealthy baroque prince

The fabulous palace and the peerless collection of painting and sculpture that make up Rome's Borghese Gallery was the brainchild of cardinal Scipione Borghese , one of 17th century Rome's most irrepressible characters. Learn how this man of the cloth was more interested in luxury than piety, and how his ruthlessly predatory nature combined with an unerring eye for artistic virtuosity allowed him to amass a private collection of art that has possibly never been matched before or since.

Join Federica to learn more about the colourful cardinal, whose lavish lifestlye scandalised contemporary Rome. Discover how Scipione's rapacious desire for artistic masterpieces was so great that he was known to have artists imprisoned to allow him to confiscate their works, and how he had Raphael's famous Deposition forcibly removed from its altar in Perugia and carted to his villa in Rome - where it still hangs in pride of place today.

Marvel at the virtuosity of Baroque master Gianlorenzo Bernini  

At the heart of Federica’s tour is the towering presence of Barique master Gianlorenzo Bernini. Bernini would become the most famous sculptor of his generation and cast the urban langauge of Baroque Rome in his own image, but it was at Scipione's palatial suburban villa that the young artist first found fame.

Bernini's unique interpretation of ancient mythology and his revolutionary conception of three-dimensional space ushered in a completely new language of art, where the boundary between fiction and reality became fundamentally blurred. Bernini's theatrical sculptural fictions at the Villa Borghese launched the golden age of the Baroque, and you’ll learn all about them on our virtual tour.

Amongst the masterpieces that we'll be getting to grips with is Bernini's Apollo and Daphne  - Daphne, pursued by the ancient god of music , is caught in a moment of perpetually arrested transformation - no longer the beautiful woman she was but not yet the inert tree she would become, Bernini has managed to capture this fleeting moment of metamorphosis for all eternity in stone that seems to be pulsing with life.

The disturbing story of Pluto , dread god of the underworld, and the doomed young goddess Proserpina , meanwhile, is a dark tale of violence, lust and abduction - just the sort of thing to get Scipione's pulse racing. For Bernini the dramatic subject constituted a perfect excuse for him to show off his virtuosity - fingers miraculously seem to sink into flesh, and stony faces are as life-like and expressive as any photograph. Discover the full story on our immersive virtual tour!

Tour Reviews

5.0 (15 reviews)

Frederica presentation was terrific! Of all the pieces she could have covered she had selected my favorite: Bernini! She provided great context regarding the Borghese itself, the times, and the people but she concentrated the Bernini pieces and it was awesome!

Joyce - Mar 16, 2021

Federica is a fantastic guide. You can tell she truly loves what she does. This tour has a real focus on the Borghese Gallery construction, history, and development into an area to showcase masterpieces of art. There is a focus solely on Bernini's sculptures which are most certainly a reason to visit the gallery. I very much enjoyed my experience.

Stephanie - Sep 29, 2020

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Ultimate Guide to the Galleria Borghese in Rome

By Elyssa Bernard  and Alessandro Bisceglie

June 4, 2022

Are you wondering if you should visit the Galleria Borghese  when you come to Rome?

Find out why  this is one of Rome's must-see museums , and all the tips you need to know about visiting it, including how to avoid the crowds, whether you can take photos, and more!

Visiting the Galleria Borghese - everything you need to know

I've visited the Galleria Borghese countless times over the years and I see something new every time I go. Suffice to say I can never get enough!

This is one of the easiest museums in Rome to visit, thanks to a well-organized entry system, a beautiful location inside Rome's third-largest park, and a concentrated collection of paintings and sculpture by some of the most renowned artists in the world.

On this page, I'll share with you:

What is the Galleria Borghese museum?

• Is the Galleria Borghese worth visiting?
• What is there to see in the Borghese Gallery?
• Where is the museum and what are the hours?
• How much are Galleria Borghese tickets and what is the best way to purchase them?
• Can you use your Roma Pass or other City Pass for free entry to the Borghese Gallery?
• My top tips for getting the most out of visiting the Borghese Gallery, including avoiding crowds, taking photos, and more!
• Where can you eat in or near the Galleria Borghese?

The Borghese Gallery is a relatively small museum in the Villa Borghese park at Piazzale del Museo Borghese, 5.

While it houses a spectacular collection of some of the world's most renowned artists from the Renaissance and Baroque periods, you will also find mosaics and sculptures from Ancient Rome, all in a stunning space surrounded by lush gardens.

For a more detailed history of the Galleria Borghese, jump down here .

Is it worth it to visit the Galleria Borghese?

I live in Rome and still have not visited every single museum.

And yet, every museum I have visited has been "worth it." But that is, of course, subjective.

If I had to pick only one museum to visit on my trip to Rome , it would be this one. 

Sacrilege you say? 

Not the  Vatican Museums ? (If you follow me, you know I am mad about the Vatican Museums!)

Well, really, you should see them both (and the  Capitoline Museums !) 

But if I had limited time, and I had to pick one museum, the  Borghese Gallery would win hands down . Here's why:

• Easy to book, no waiting in line - It's easy to book tickets for this museum (although you MUST book in advance) and you won't have to wait in long lines to get in. The security line moves fairly quickly. No stress.
• Art masterpieces from the Renaissance and Baroque  - The Galleria Borghese is home to a highly concentrated collection of masterpieces by some of the most talented artists of the Renaissance and the Baroque periods, including Raphael, Bernini, Botticelli, Caravaggio , and Rubens.
• Ancient Roman art - Besides the above, you can enjoy unparalleled art from throughout Roman history. There are entire rooms with mosaics  from ancient Roman villas  showing  gladiators and their kills .
• You can see the whole museum in 2 hours (or less) - You are only allotted a 2-hour window to visit the Galleria Borghese. While you could spend more time in there, you really can see most of the main halls and masterpieces in that time. No stress.
• No crowds - It might sometimes feel crowded in a given room, like the Apollo and Daphne room, when everyone is in there at once. But only 360 people are allowed... Nothing like the  Vatican Museums  with its 30,000 visitors per day. No stress.
• It's inside a beautiful park - Before or after your visit to the Galleria Borghese, you can enjoy the surrounding  Villa Borghese park , one of the prettiest in Rome.  Depending on the season , you may want to visit the gardens of the museum itself as well.

You may notice I wrote "no stress" 3 times above.

That is because it's one of the draws to visiting this museum.

A visit to the Galleria Borghese is wonderful, in part, because it's so doable.

You can see a LOT of amazing art in a relatively small space in a short window of time without the crushing crowds you find in some other museums in Rome (ahem.)

In short, yes, the Galleria Borghese is very much worth visiting. And in my opinion, it's worth spending the whole 2 hours and soaking up the beauty all around you.

Masterpieces to see in the Galleria Borghese

Thanks in part to art-lover Cardinal Scipione Borghese, t he Borghese Gallery is so full of amazing works of art by many world-class renowned artists, that it's impossible to list them here.

But to give you an idea of some of the wonderful sculpture and paintings you can see in the Galleria Borghese, here is a short preview:

A sculpture of Paolina Borghese by Antonio Canova that is worth the price of admission alone:

GianLorenzo Bernini

I am a sucker for pretty much anything Gianlorenzo Bernini has ever done.

Lucky for us, three of his most important sculptures are in this museum.

These include Apollo and Daphne , David , and The Rape of Proserpina.

There are many more works by him, including a self-portrait (painting), a fascinating sculpture of Aeneas fleeing Troy ( this is the beginning of the Rome foundation story !), and even a sculpture he didn't finish.

Cardinal Scipione Borghese, founder of the museum, was a huge fan and patron of Bernini, so we can thank him for giving us this marvelous collection.

Michelangelo Merisi , otherwise known as Caravaggio , one of the most renowned artists of the Italian Baroque period, was a master of chiaroscuro , which means using very light colors against a dark background, for maximum effect and contrast.

He perfected this style and is considered one of the best and most well-known artists in using it to create a strong atmosphere in his paintings.

Masterpieces by Titian, Raphael, Rubens, and more

I really cannot do these works of art justice with my photographs, taken at angles, and the sun glaring on them.

(Photos are allowed, just no tripods and no flash. Get my photo tips here .)

But to give you an idea of the art you can find in this fabulous museum, you will find paintings by Rubens , Raphael , Guido Reni , Domenicchino , Parmigianino , Botticelli,  Correggio and so many more.

Many of these are on the top floor so don't skip that part!

Borghese Gallery practical info - location, hours, tickets

Borghese gallery hours.

The Borghese Gallery is open  Tuesday - Sunday.

The museum is closed  Mondays and  December 25  and  January 1 , but otherwise open during every other holiday including  May 1  and  Easter Sunday .

Entry times are hourly for a 2-hour visit , starting at 9 AM and ending at 7 PM (last entry is at 5:45 PM for a shorter visit.)

On Fridays and Saturdays the Borghese Gallery is open until 10 PM (last entrance at 8:45 PM.)

Galleria Borghese location

The Galleria Borghese is inside of the Villa Borghese park in the heart of Rome.

The precise address is Piazzale del Museo Borghese, 5.

So, where is the Villa Borghese located?

The  Villa Borghese park  is on the Pincian Hill above the Spanish Steps and Via Veneto.

The Villa Borghese is the third largest park in Rome, and  you can visit all the rest of it   without visiting the Galleria Borghese.

QUICK HISTORY OF THE VILLA BORGHESE

The Villa Borghese was the summer and party residence of the noble Borghese family, built in the early 1600's. 

In 1605, Camillo Borghese became Pope Paul V, and his nephew, Scipione Borghese, soon was made a cardinal.

In 1606, Cardinal Scipione Borghese ordered a palazzo built. 

The "Villa Borghese Pinciana", named for its proximity to the Porta Pinciana, was designed mostly by Flaminio Ponzio. The villa was completed in 1633.

Cardinal Scipione Borghese was a real art buff and at a very young age became one of Gian Lorenzo Bernini's biggest fans and patrons. 

The Galleria Borghese was decorated and furnished mostly due to Cardinal Scipione Borghese's tastes and very strong will (some works were purchased and other donated, but some works were "confiscated." You can figure out what that means.)

In the 1800's, while Rome was under French rule, another Camillo Borghese, who was actually a prince, married into the Bonaparte family (his wife Paolina is the one seen reclining in Antonio Canova's spectacular sculpture, seen in the photo on this page.) 

In 1807, Prince Borghese had to give about 500 pieces of art from this museum to Napolean Bonaparte, so if you want to see more of the original Borghese collection, you will have to visit the Louvre in Paris . (This is not a very happy subject for Romans today, as you can imagine!)

In 1902, the Borghese family sold the Villa Borghese and its contents to the Italian government.

What is the difference between the Galleria Borghese and the Villa Borghese?

In Italy, a "Villa" also refers to an estate, meaning a lot of land, so the  Villa Borghese park  refers to all the land, whereas the former  Villa Borghese Pinciana  refers to the building where the Galleria Borghese collection is housed today.

Booking Tickets to the Galleria Borghese in Rome

In this section about how to book tickets and tours to the Borghese Gallery in Rome, we'll go over:

• Ticket costs for visiting the Galleria Borghese
• Conditions for free entry to the Galleria Borghese
• The best ways to book tickets to the Borghese Gallery

Costs of Borghese Gallery tickets

Regular ticket prices for the galleria borghese.

Borghese Gallery tickets  cost

• 13€ for adults
• 8€ for the last time slot of the day
• 2€ for anyone 18-25 years old
• Free for anyone under 18

There may be additional costs if there is a special exhibit going on.

To book your Galleria Borghese tickets, there is a 2€ fee. So even if you book for an under-18 year old, or for a free Sunday , or you are using a Roma Pass for free entry, you will pay 2€ for the reservation.

Anyone disabled and their accompanying caregiver do not get free entry but are exempt from paying a reservation fee.

Free Entry to the Galleria Borghese

There are some ways to visit the Galleria Borghese villa for free. 

If you are on a budget , this can be a great way to save.

For most of the free visits, there is still a 2€ charge to reserve, and most of the time, you need to reserve.

Visiting the Borghese Gallery on the Free Sunday

On the  first Sunday of every month ,  it is free to visit the museum  (you still have to book!)

Who is eligible for Free Entry to the Galleria Borghese in Rome?

The Galleria Borghese is free for e veryone under 18, European tour guides, some journalists, some teachers.

For more specific details about who is eligible for free entry, and more info, visit the  official website of the Galleria Borghese .

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Using your Roma Pass or other City Pass for free entry to the Borghese museum

You may use your  Roma Pass  or other  Rome City Pass  to get into the Borghese Gallery for free or at a discounted rate. 

You must still book your entry date and time . And you must pay the 2€ reservation fee.

How to reserve Galleria Borghese tickets

There are now 3 ways to book Borghese Gallery tickets:   phone, online, or by e-mail .

Booking the Borghese Gallery on the Phone

The number to call is +39 06 32810. 

If you are using a cell phone, the "+" indicates an international call. The +39 means country code Italy.

If you are using a regular telephone and dialing from the US or Canada, you dial 011 39 06 32810.

If you are dialing from another country, use whatever code you need to get an international line, then 39, then 06 32810. (You could also ask your hotel to do this for you in advance, as it's a free phone call from here!)

You will have the choice to speak to an operator in Italian or English.

The phone ticket office is open Monday - Friday from 9am until 6pm, and Saturday from 9am until 1pm. It is closed on Sundays and holidays.

Be ready to book with credit card , and have something to write with.

Once you book, they will give you a booking code.

They will ask for your email address so they can send you confirmation via email.

You still need to pick up your Galleria Borghese tickets on the day and time of your visit.

Booking the Borghese Museum via e-mail

You can also book the Galleria Borghese in Rome via e-mail. 

Send an email to [email protected] .

Don't forget to include the number of people, their ages, dates you want to book, and your preferred time.

Also make sure to give them an easy way to reach you if the email you send from cannot be used.

When booking via e-mail, you'll receive confirmation within 48 hours.

If you have trouble with email, or don't get a response, then revert to the other ways of booking.

Booking your Galleria Borghese tickets online

If you go to the Borghese website  (Italian only) and click to book tickets, it will take you to their official ticket vendor affiliate in Italy, which is TicketOne. 

Here is the booking page for the Galleria Borghese in Rome on  TicketOne  in English. (In case the page comes up in Italian, click the globe at the top.)

Browse to find available dates and then, once you select the date you want, you can choose from available time slots. 

Once you are ready to pay, you will see there is a fee to use that vendor, which is an additional 2€ per person (on top of the 2€ booking fee that the museum itself charges.)

You will need to create a login name and password, but it's fairly straightforward.

Book online with an agency

I have heard more than one person tell me they find the Galleria Borghese ticketing website frustrating and/or difficult to use.

Do you just want to book your tickets via an English-language website and be done with it?

Here's an easy online booking calendar.

The tickets cost just a bit more than using TicketOne, but it's an agency and that includes the ease of use and your peace of mind.

DO YOU NEED TO BOOK galleria borghese TICKETS IN ADVANCE?

Consider that they only allow 360 people at once in the Borghese Gallery, with entry for up to 180 people every hour, on the hour, for a maximum 2-hour visit.

In high season , if you don't book in advance, you risk being turned away due to no availability.

You can try to visit the Borghese Gallery  in low season  without booking in advance, but as entry is limited to just 180 people at once, you risk not getting in or having to wait until there is an available time slot.

The Galleria Borghese is one of the things I most recommend booking in advance when planning your visit to Rome.

The perfect 3-day itinerary in Rome

Trying to figure out how to organize your visit to Rome? I've got the perfect 3-day itinerary for first-time visitors (or those who have not been here in a while.) It works for a 2.5 day visit as well.

In my 3-day itinerary, you'll see all the major must-see Rome attractions like the Vatican , Colosseum , Trevi Fountain , Pantheon , Piazza Navona , Spanish Steps , Castel Sant'Angelo , and much more.

And if you have more time, or want suggestions for extra/other things to do, you'll find that there too.

Visit my page with the best 3-day itinerary in Rome for first-timers .

How to Get the Most Out of Your Visit to the Galleria Borghese

How long will a visit take.

You are only allowed a  2-hour window  for your visit.

But you need to be there at least a half-hour before your entry time. The address is Piazzale del Museo Borghese, 5.

You may also spend a little time afterward visiting the small gift-shop, having a coffee or even a meal in the café there, or walking around the gardens.

Figure in time to get to the museum (this of course depends on where you are coming from, and how you will get there).

So all together, I'd say count on a good 3-4 hours out of your day. 

Tours of the Borghese Gallery

Borghese gallery audio guides.

My top recommendation for a guide to this museum is to do their audio tour . You cannot book this in advance.  You just get it on the day you visit.

The audio tour is 6€, and is self-guided. It's really well-done and has good narrators telling interesting history about specific important (numbered) pieces throughout the Borghese Gallery .

There is no order, so you just go at your own pace and start where you want.

Docent tours of the Borghese Gallery

You may book a guided tour of the Galleria Borghese villa with one of their docents , for 8€ per person, in addition to the ticket price and booking fee.

You must reserve and pay for this when you book your tickets, either by phone or online.

You have the choice of a docent who speaks English or Italian, and sometimes, several other languages may also be available, including French, Spanish and German.

Taking a guided tour of the Galleria Borgese

There are several options for guided tours, including a having an art historian, a family-friendly tour, and a tour that also covers more of the Villa Borghese park and the top of the Spanish Steps . 

Click here to view a selection of guided tours of the Galleria Borghese.

Top tips for maximizing your visit to the Borghese Gallery

• They say to arrive 30 minutes prior to your entry time. But actually,  you should get there 45 minutes beforehand . Consider that everyone is told they need to arrive half hour prior to their entry time. So it will be crowded right then. And you have things to do before you enter: pick up your tickets, check any items you are carrying, possibly arrange an audio or docent tour, have a coffee, use the restroom etc. So give yourself that extra time. Because at the end of your 2-hour visiting time slot, you will be OUT of the Borghese Gallery.
• You will need to check anything you are carrying (purses, cameras, backpacks, camera cases, umbrellas but NOT coats or jackets.) This is free but there is always a line, although it moves pretty fast. Even really small bags need to be checked. A large camera case needs to be checked, but it's ok to go in with a camera around your neck. Don't worry, they will give you a little plastic baggy to put some change and your phone in. The ticket office and bag check is located outside of the main building, just to the left as you face it.
• Speaking of cameras - you are allowed to take photos as long as you don't use flash or a tripod. And the photos must be for personal, not commercial use. Click here to read my top photo tips for Rome .
• If you go at 17:00, you will finish at 19:00, and this is also the exact time they close the gift shop . So if you go at the end of the day, and think you might want to purchase anything in the gift shop, take time to visit the shop before your appointment, or try to leave some time at the end of your appointment, say 18:50, to get to the shop.
• They only allow 90 people at once into the paintings galleries on the top floor, and in theory only for 30 minutes max. I recommend that when you arrive at the Borghese Gallery and are downstairs getting your tickets, checking your bags etc, that you STAY there, and go to the entrance in the way back, and go up on the top floor to begin your visit . In this way, you will start first in the paintings galleries, ensuring you will be able to visit them at a leisurely pace. Then, you can go down to the main floor when the other crowds are moving up to the paintings galleries.
• Make sure to dress comfortably with sturdy walking shoes !
• How to avoid the crowds (even if 360 people is not big a crowd?) Go at the first entrance or the last and there will only be 180 people inside. Or, visit Rome in low season !

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Where to eat near the Galleria Borghese

Wondering where to have breakfast, lunch or dinner before or after your Borghese Gallery visit?

Besides the cafe inside the Galleria Borghese, here are two of my favorite spots to eat nearby.

One is inside the Villa Borghese park and the other is just outside it by a few blocks:

Outdoor dining at Pic Nic - That's Amir

This cute outdoor cafe is on Piazzale delle Canestre inside the Villa Borghese park.

It's about a 10-minute walk from the Borghese Gallery.

It's actually really good food, including the pasta and pizza ! 

It's also nice to sit outside and have little birds come join us.

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Pizzeria San Marco

Not far from the Borghese Gallery (maybe a 10-15 minute walk off the grounds of the Villa Borghese park) you will find one of our favorite pizzerias , Pizzeria San Marco.

You can eat inside or out, and have just about anything from pizza to salads to pasta to fish.

Via Sardegna, 38/g. Open daily from 10am - 1am.  Phone: 06 4282 4893. Reservations suggested.

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Borghese Gallery Tour with Art Historian

Marvel the art inside Rome’s Borghese Gallery, housing such masters as Caravaggio and Bernini, on a fully interactive virtual 1-hour webinar led by an expert art historian, making it a perfect at-home activity.

Take a digital tour that is loaded with a wide array of interactive activities where you will see the artistic treasures of the Borghese Gallery and hear the stories behind these masterworks, which you can’t find with a simple google search.

Learn the fascinating history behind one of Italy’s most celebrated artists: Michelangelo Caravaggio. With his mastery of the “chiaroscuro” technique, Caravaggio managed to capture intensely dramatic scenes of darkness and light whose power can still be felt through a computer screen. Explore his life and his dynamic and dramatic paintings and gain a deep understanding of why they are still celebrated to this day.

Admire the exaggerated splendor and dramatic compositions Gian Lorenzo Bernini’s iconic sculptures. With just a few simple tools and blocks of stone, Bernini crafted some of the most enduring pieces of Renaissance period.

Discover the works of other great artists whose work is housed in the Borghese gallery, such as Raphael, Correggio, and Titian. With your licensed art historian guide, you’ll foster a deep understanding of these great works.

At the end of your virtual tour, expand your knowledge and ask the questions you always wanted to ask about any of the artists and their work during a live Q&A session.

Invite the whole family — huddle around the computer and watch together. There will only be one login per booking, and thus the virtual tour cannot be accessed on multiple devices. Any device may be used and no special program is needed. An email will be sent the day of the activity with login information.

No webcam or microphone is needed. If you would like to interact you are welcome to, but no one will see you or hear you speak unless you choose to participate in the Q&A portion, which is only audio. Your privacy is very important.

More about Borghese Gallery

The Borghese Gallery is a world-renowned art museum in Rome, Italy, that showcases masterpieces by Bernini, Caravaggio, Raphael, and more. It is housed in the former Villa Borghese Pinciana, a stunning example of Baroque architecture and design. The gallery attracts visitors not only for its exquisite collection of paintings, sculptures, and antiquities, but also for its beautiful gardens and park, the third largest in Rome. The Borghese Gallery is a must-see destination for art lovers and history buffs alike.

You can book your tour with the link in the top right or try these additional resources;

• To book your tickets and plan your visit, check out the official website of the Borghese Gallery 1 .
• Explore the gallery’s highlights, such as the stunning Apollo and Daphne by Bernini, the sensual Venus Victrix by Canova, and the mysterious La Fornarina by Raphael 1 .

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Visit one of the world’s most beautiful art museums hosting the works of extraordinary artists such as Bernini, Caravaggio, Canova, and Raffaello.

The gallery’s most important sculptures and paintings are from Cardinal Scipione Borghese’s collection (1579 – 1633). He was the son of Ortensia Borghese, sister of both Pope Paul V and Francesco Caffarelli.

We admire Caravaggio’s most important paintings, including “Young sick Bacchus” and “Boy with a basket of fruit,” as well as Bernini and Canova’s magnificent sculpture collection, boasting works like “Apollo and Daphne,” “David,” “The rape of Preserpina,” and “Paolina Bonaparte.” Of course, we don’t miss out on Raffaello’s “Entombment of Christ.”

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Ultimate Guide To Rome’s Borghese Gallery: Masterpieces & Tips

The Borghese Gallery houses a jaw dropping art collection in a luxurious garden villa. It’s rich in ancient Roman, Renaissance, and Baroque pieces. It houses works from the greatest artists of the time, including Titian, Caravaggio, Raphael, Rubens, and Canova.

The collection is housed in sumptuous palace. Its splendidly decorated marble rooms and frescoed ceilings. For art lovers, it’s a highlight of any visit to Rome.

In this Borghese Gallery guide, I tell you everything to see inside and give you must know tips for visiting and getting tickets. The highlights of the collection are:

• Bernini sculptures
• Raphael paintings
• Caravaggio paintings
• Canova sculptures
• Venetian Room (Titian, Veronese, Tintoretto)

• the Borghese has strictly controlled access with limited tickets, which means you avoid crowds
• it’s absolutely essential to book a skip the line ticket weeks in advance
• you can’t stay in the museum for more than 2 hours
• there are scads of masterpieces so you may want to book a guided tour. This 2.5 hour small group guided tour gives you an extra half hour in the museum. You can also book a private tour .
• read this guide first to maximize your time

Who Were The Borghese?

The Borghese family is a noble Italian family from Siena . They moved to Rome in the 16th century. Once in Rome, the Borghese family gained prominence and amassed great wealth.

The Borghese behind this glamorous gallery was Scipione Borghese. He was the pope’s nephew, a cardinal, and an avid art collector.

Scipione commissioned architect Flaminio Ponzio to build the Borghese Villa. Its sole purpose was to show off Scipione’s ever expanding collection of precious art. He wanted to create a “theater of the universe” to entertain VIPs.

But Scipione wasn’t your typical cardinal. Or perhaps he was.

Scipione was an unscrupulous and greedy sort. In his obsessive quest to build a preeminent collection, he used any tactic, however illegal, to acquire a masterpiece he coveted.

In 1608, Scipione hired thieves to steal a Raphael masterpiece, The Deposition , from a convent altar.

Scipione would confiscate art from people who hadn’t paid taxes. He’d jail artists on trumped up charges who refused to sell their paintings to him. The big bully would forcibly remove pieces from artists’ studios.

Scipione even blackmailed the great Baroque artist Caravaggio . The artist was desperate to return to Rome, after he was exiled because of a brawl and murder accusation.

Scipione could have pardoned him. Instead, Scipione made him wait in desperation.

When Scipione finally issued the pardon, a grateful Caravaggio gave him David with the Head of Goliath , one of Caravaggio’s best paintings.

Caravaggio was also commissioned to paint Madonna and Child with St. Anne for altarpiece in a chapel in St. Peter’s Basilica . When it was declared inappropriate for a basilica, Scipione appropriated the piece. That may have been his plan all along.

Though his methods were dastardly, Scipione’s taste was unassailable. The Borghese Gallery boasts some of the finest works of Italian art .

Scipione was expert at sniffing out talent. He commissioned works from rising stars such as Caravaggio and Bernini.

In particular, the cardinal commissioned Bernini to create a series of sculptures that would become the pièces de résistance of his sanctuary. Bernini carved intensely charged bodies of mythological gods and heroes from massive slabs of marble.

In the process, Bernini helped pioneer the emotion, dynamism, and immediacy characteristic of Baroque art.

In the late 1770’s, the Borghese family renovated the villa. They reorganized the collection to improve the viewing experience.

Thereafter, the villa functioned as a semi-public museum, only open to select members of the public.

In 1902, the museum was sold to the Italian government. In 1903, it opened as the Galleria Borghese.

Guide To The Borghese Gallery: What To See

It’s hard to drill down to the top paintings from over a thousand works of art.

But here’s my list of 16 important artworks to see in the Borghese Gallery. When you’ve only got two hours, you have to make every minute count. So decide what you want to see in advance.

1. Raphael, Young Woman With a Unicorn

Intended as a wedding gift, this Raphael masterpiece depicts the virtues and symbols of a young bride. The young Florentine woman in the painting symbolizes virginity and spiritual love.

Even the lap dog unicorn is a symbol of chastity. Medieval legends hold that only a virgin can tame a unicorn.

Raphael’s painting was clearly influenced by Leonardo da Vinci’s masterpiece, the Mona Lisa . Raphael used Leonardo’s half length format, the sitter’s folded hands, and added a beautiful landscape in the background.

Unlike the Mona Lisa , however, the woman has a look of cool watchfulness not an enigmatic smile.

2. Raphael, Deposition

Sticky fingered Scipione stole Deposition from the altarpiece of a church in Perugia. The pope told the victimized city that the painting was a gift for his nephew. When confronted with his theft, he ordered a copy for the parishioners.

Raphael’s painting shows Christ being taken down from the cross. One woman faints at the tragedy, while another looks on in disbelief.

The painting fuses the best of Raphael’s rich colors with a touch of Michelangelo’s physicality. Raphael had recently been in Florence and seen Michelangelo’s battle frescos in the Palazzo Vecchio .

A hallmark of Raphael, Deposition is ordered in harmonious geometric perfection. His lyrical figures exude a narrative pull. The painting is currently on display, but behind glass walls undergoing diagnostic review for future conservation.

There’s plenty of other Raphael works to see in Rome. But his most breathtaking pieces are among the masterpieces of the Vatican .

3. The Sleeping Hermaphrodite

There are 20 known copies of the ancient Greek sculpture of the sleeping hermaphrodite. The Borghese’s Sleeping Hermaphrodite is a Roman copy inspired by Polycles’ Greek original from the 2nd century BC. Romans thought copying the Greeks reflected exquisite taste.

In this version, the figure of Hermaphroditos, always portrayed as a female with male genitalia, lies asleep on a messy mattress. The sculpture exudes ambiguous seductiveness. It may appear to be female or male.

Look up, the ceiling continues the theme. The frescos in the room depict the myth of Hermaphrodite, the son of Hermes and Aphrodite.

According to Ovid’s Metamorphoses , the youth’s double nature resulted from his forced union with the clingy water nymph Salmacis. She beseeched the gods to never let them part. Her wish was granted and their bodies were fused.

Another version of the Sleeping Hermaphrodite is at the Louvre, on a mattress created by Bernini in 1602 at Cardinal Scipione’s request. The Sleeping Hermaphrodite inspired many copies. There’s also a bronze one on display at the Prado Museum in Madrid .

READ : Underrated Masterpieces of the Louvre

4. Caravaggio, David with the Head of Goliath

The Borghese Gallery owns six Caravaggios. It’s the greatest collection of Caravaggio anywhere in the world. Caravaggio pioneered Baroque painting, much as Bernini pioneered Baroque sculpture. You could literally camp out in the Caravaagio room and never leave.

Caravaggio was a bit of a rogue, leading a reckless rock star life. In 1606, he got into a brawl and may have killed a man. He fled Rome to escape prosecution. Then he created this brilliant painting of uncompromising realism and, perhaps, of a guilty conscience.

In it, David carries the severed head of Goliath, having conquered his superior foe. Caravaggio painted his own face on the grisly Goliath. The painting is renowned for its use of chiaroscuro , which sets light colors against a dark background for maximum dramatic effect.

5. Caravaggio, Saint Jerome Writing , 1606

I heard a tour guide dissing this painting as a “lesser” work by Caravaggio. To my eye, that seemed wrong.

It may not be as soulful or graphic as Caravaggio’s David with the Head of Goliath painting. But it’s powerful.

Scipione commissioned the painting. St. Jerome was a Roman priest who translated the bible into Latin. In Caravaggio’s painting, a devout St. Jerome appears bald and wrinkled.

He innocently stretches out an arm to refill his writing quill, thereby drawing your attention to the skull.

6. Caravaggio, Madonna and Child with St. Anne

This Caravaggio painting has an interesting backstory. In 1605, with the help of Scipione, Caravaggio received a commission to paint an altarpiece for St. Peter’s Basilica. It was the dream of every artist in Europe. Caravaggio was effectively given a chance to paint himself out of trouble.

His assigned task was to paint the Virgin Mary shooing away evil in the form of a snake, with baby Jesus and St. Anne by her side. Simple enough, except Caravaggio rendered it a rather blunt way, which he must have known might antagonize the pope.

In Caravaggio’s version of the biblical tale, he used a well known prostitute as the model for the virgin, whose face was instantly recognizable. Even though Caravaggio made an attempt at piousness (halos and all), he still refused to compromise.

Caravaggio’s virgin is depicted as a voluptuous and tender peasant with a hiked up red dress and ample breasts. Together, she and a frontally nude Jesus crush a snake beneath their feet. St. Anne is seen as a withered old gypsy woman.

Caravaggio’s painting was shown for only two days. Then, it was abruptly removed from St. Peters. It wasn’t “pure” enough, despite its sense of the miraculous in ordinary reality.

The painting was sold for a pittance to Cardinal Borghese. Any chance of Caravaggio receiving papal favor and future commissions was forever eliminated.

7. Berini, Apollo and Daphne

For some time, the great Baroque sculptor Bernini was only too happy to work exclusively for his patron, Cardinal Scipione. He produced three masterpieces for him.

Stunningly beautiful, these Berninis are the stuff of legend. It’s worth a trip to Rome just to see them.

Apollo and Daphne is inspired by a passage in Ovid’s Metamorphoses where a mischievous Cupid holds sway. Apollo is struck by Cupid’s golden arrow. Overwhelmed by lust, he chases after Daphne.

But Daphne’s simultaneously been stuck by a lead arrow of disgust. She cries out to her father, a river god, for help. He transforms her into a laurel tree.

Bernini captures the intense action of the dramatic moment, with the pair’s arms and legs moving in space and Daphne partially transformed into a tree. The details are so good that it seems real rather than merely mythological. Newly renovated, the sculpture looks absolutely pristine.

8. Bernini, Rape of Persephon e

This stunning sculpture was created when Bernini was only 24!

He takes the classic story of the abduction of Persephone from Roman mythology as his theme. The title is clickbait. In ancient terminology, “rape” means kidnapping.

This stunning sculpture was created when Bernini was only 24. He takes the classic story of the abduction of Persephone from Roman mythology as his theme. The title is clickbait. In ancient terminology, “rape” means kidnapping.

Pluto, king of the underworld, falls passionately in love with Persephone. He abducts her. Bernini captures the climatic moment in visceral life-like detail.

In the sculpture, Pluto seizes a crying Persephone. Terrified, she fights to free herself from her molester. You can see indentations in Persephone’s leg where Pluto grasps her. Cerebus, the three-headed guard dog, sits at Persephone’s leg barking.

Persephone’s mother, Demeter, was distraught. She caused crops to wither unless and until Zeus/Jupiter intervened and forced Pluto to let Persephone go.

But Persephone had tasted the underworld’s pomegranates, a situation no doubt maneuvered by Pluto. So Persephone spent the winter months down below, and returned to her mother in the spring.

9. Bernini, David

Bernini’s David appears like an olympic athlete in swirling motion. His feet are wide apart and he twists to gain the maximum swing for his shot. The intensity of his gaze and energy are palpable. You can feel his resolution.

David’s face is that of Bernini’s. A mirror was held up for Bernini as he chiseled David’s face.

Bernini’s David is often compared and contrasted with Michelangelo’s Renaissance statue of David in Florence’s Accademia, one of Florence’s best museums . While Michelangelo’s is calm and serene, Bernini’s David is full of emotion and in attack mode.

READ : Guide To Michelangelo’s David in Florence

10. Bernini, Self Portraits, 1623, 1630-35

Bernini could paint as well as sculpt, not surprising for an artist of his prodigious talent. The Borghese holds two of his self portraits, one at age 25 and one at age 35.

In the one above, the artists looks confident. He would go on to transform Rome, from St. Peter’s Square to Rome’s many fountains.

11. Bernini, The Goat Amaltea

This small sculpture was created by a teenage Bernini, who was a child prodigy. It’s significant because the sculpture is Bernini’s earliest identified work.

The sculpture is based on the Greek myth where Cronus eats his children so they won’t murder him as prophesied. To protect her son Zeus from Cronus, Rhea hides him in a cave on Crete.

Bernini gives the classic myth a Roman spin. Two young boys are shown as putti, children who sometimes appear as cherubs or cupids. The goat looks almost motherly. The sculpture is typical of Bernini’s preference for sculptural groupings.

12. Antonio Canova, Pauline Borghese as Venus

Commissioned by Camillo Borghese, Canova’s Venus Victorious is an utterly beautiful Neo-Classical marble statue of a semi-nude, reclining Pauline Bonaparte. She was the flirtatious and promiscuous sister of Napoleon, who married Camillo Borghese.

The golden apple in her hand identifies her as Venus. Venus was the goddess who won history’s first beauty contest. Originally, Canova intended to depict her as Diana. But Borghese insisted on Venus. In fact, the Borghese family believed they were descended from the heroic founder of Rome, Aeneas, the son of Venus.

The sculpture scandalized society. At the time, nude depictions of the aristocracy were rare. Invited viewers could only inspect it by candlelight. When asked how she could have posed in such a manner, Borghese cooly replied “the room wasn’t cold.”

The sculpture has been cleaned and restored. Its milky glow mimics Borghese’s indulgent ritual of daily milk baths.

Canova masterfully recreates the creases of the sheet, the plump pillows, and the soft dent she puts in the mattress. It’s beautiful to behold and everything seems almost real.

13. Titian, Sacred and Profane Lov e

Titian’s Sacred and Profane love is the star of the Borghese’s wonderful “Venetian Room” and a famous Italian Renaissance painting. It was commissioned in 1513 to celebrate the marriage of Niccoló Aurelio, a secretary to the Council of Venice, to Laura Bagarotto.

As its title implies, the painting presents two forms of love. Sacred love stands on the right with a church in the background. Profane love, in the guide of a bejeweled woman, sits on the left.

A baby Cupid plays in the middle, an ambiguous combination of the two. Another ambiguous feature is that the women are sitting on a tomb filled with water.

In 1899, American art collector Isabella Stewart Garner considered buying the painting for her Boston museum . Legend holds that the Rothschild family also offered to pay a massive sum for this painting. But the Borghese family refused.

14. Antonio Corregio, Danae

Antonio Corregio was a late Italian Renaissance painter who anticipated the Baroque period. He was known for his erotic mythological paintings and was a master of chiaroscuro.

The artist is a mysterious figure, with an undocumented life. Not much is known about him. He was reputedly both impoverished and aristocratic, uneducated and well-trained. Whatever the truth, historians consistently praise him for his naturalism and ability to capture feminine beauty.

This painting portrays Danae, a figure from Greek mythology. Danae was the daughter of Acrisius, King of Argos. An oracle forecast that Acrisius would be murdered by Danae’s son. So he jailed her in a bronze tower.

Correggio depicts Danae under a shower of gold. As she lies on a bed, Eros undresses her. At the foot of the bed, two putti or amoretti play with arrows.

15. Jacopo Bassano, Last Suppe r

This Last Supper painting is considered Bassano’s master work and was recently restored. It’s a classic of Mannerist painting with dramatic elements, elongated figures, and bright colors.

The Mannerists departed from the perfection and classicism of the High Renaissance. Unlike the linear and smooth organization of the twelve apostles in Leonardo da Vinci’s The Last Supper in Milan , Bassano’s work is a disorganized scene.

You see the figure of Christ and some highly excited apostles in an unconventional peasant setting. (This use of “real world” settings would be adopted by Caravaggio in the Baroque period.) The apostles erupt at the prophecy that one of them will betray Christ.

The painting depicts the controversy and different reactions the apostles have to the prophecy. Jesus and the redheaded disciple form the center of the artwork. The way Bassano portrays them is different from other Last Suppers . Jesus lags behind someone and is almost in the background.

Each item on the table is intentional, and appears as a still life. The dark lighting gives the painting a nocturnal feel.

16. Leda and the Swan After Leonardo da Vinci, Attributed to Il Sodoma

The painting of Leda and the Swan After Leonardo da Vinci , is attributed to Mannerist painter Il Sodoma. (Though the attribution is not uncontested.) Based on a Leonardo painting, the painting depicts the mythological story of Leda and the Swan.

Three drawings of Leda by Leonardo still survive, but his painting is a missing Leonardo. Many artists, including Raphael and Leonardo’s assistants, drew sketches of Leonardo’s Leda.

Research suggests that an unfinished version of the painting was in Leonardo’s house when he died in France 1519. The painting was inherited by one of Leonardo’s pupils, but then disappeared.

In Solodma’s rendition, as in Leonardo’s, Leda stands in an elegant curving pose, her hair partially escaping from her plaits. She wraps her arms around the swan’s neck.

X-rays techniques have revealed another composition beneath the painting depicting Leda’s four children emerging from the Swan’s eggs.

Tips For Visiting The Borghese Gallery

No guide to the Borghese Gallery would be complete without some must know tips for visiting. The Borghese Gallery can be tricky to visit. So, here are some tips to ensure you have the best museum experience.

1. How To Get a Ticket to the Borghese Gallery

Entrance to the Borghese Gallery is strictly controlled. The museum limits the number of visitors at any given time. 100 visitors are permitted in two hour time slots.

At the end of each slot, the gallery is emptied before the next set of visitors is let in. This system has the benefit of ensuring the museums isn’t too crowded.

In low season, it may be possible to purchase same day tickets onsite. But generally, you 100% must make a reservation to guarantee access and avoid disappointment.

The easiest way to make a reservation is to book a Borghese Gallery tour . Your expert guide will make the necessary reservations and ensure you see the key highlights in your 2+ hour time slot.

You can also make a reservation either by telephone or online on the museum’s official website . You then collect your tickets in the basement.

If tickets are sold out, try buying a ticket with a reserved time slot from a reseller like Viator or Tiqets . The tickets will cost much more, but you will have your coveted spot.

Tiqets sends the ticket right to your smartphone. Viator representatives (the option I used) meet you outside the museum entrance. There, you’ll exchange your voucher for a ticket.

2. Borghese Gallery Rules

You’ll have to check everything that isn’t tiny before entering the gallery, including handbags, backpacks, strollers, umbrellas, etc. The bag check is outside and is free. There’s often a long line. So allot time for this process.

You should arrive early (30-40 minutes) to the Borghese Gallery to check your bag and collect your ticket. You don’t want that process to eat into your 2 hours. You’ll get a claim check to reclaim your items when you’re done with your visit.

No food or drink is permitted inside the museum.

3. How To Allot Your Time At The Borghese

The Borghese Gallery has 20 rooms spread spread across two floors. The ground floor has 8 rooms. The first floor, the Pinacoteca or painting gallery, has 12 rooms. After you hand over your ticket, you can pick up an audio guide in the basement.

On my visit, visitors were shuttled directly to the upper floor to begin the visit. You only have 2 hours, so keep an eye on the clock.

The quality of the works is so high, it’s easy to loose track of time. Try not to get stuck in the beautiful Venetian Room.

Allot most of your time for the ground floor, which houses the Bernini sculptures and Caravaggio paintings.

4. Practical Information

Address : Piazzale del Museo Borghese.

Getting There : You can take a taxi or the metro. The nearest metro station is “Spagna” on Line A. If you take a taxi, Be sure to say you’re going to the Galleria Borghese, not the Villa Borghese. The gallery is a 20 minutes walk from the Barberini metro stop.

Hours : Open daily 9:00 am to 7:00 pm, except closed on Monday. Open late on Wednesday night until 10:00 pm No entry after 5:00 pm.

Entry fee :

13 €, plus online reservation fee of 2 €. The 1.5 hour audio guide is 5 €. I advise getting it, if you’re not on a guided tour.

On the second Wednesday of the month, the museum is free. But you must still reserve a spot, as per the usual procedure.

I hope you’ve enjoyed my guide to the Borghese Gallery. You may enjoy these other Rome travel guides and resources:

• 8 ways to spend 1 day in Rome
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• Rome’s secret palace museums
• Guide to the Capitoline Museums
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• Walking tour of central Rome

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Bracciano lake and Surrounding villages

If you want to do something different, consider a relaxing day out in the country, to explore the Bracciano Lake and Surrounding villages! You will travel to Lake Bracciano, to visit Bracciano, Trevignano Romano, and Anguillara Sabazia. Quaint villages, of Medieval wonder and rustic charm, surrounded by green hills, in a beautiful setting. First off Bracciano! Famous for its outstanding 15th century Orsini-Odescalchi Castle. Visited by important personalities such as John Kennedy and Tina Turner, and of course Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes’, who used the castle as their wedding venue. *Upon request, if you’d like to visit the Castle of Bracciano, you can buy your ticket at the booth and as an alternative to the group tours which they usually arrange, a great way to visit the Castle and its museum is to create your personal, fun itinerary to visit the estate on your own. With the delightful help of a video and audio guide, that you can easily download on your phone by scanning a QR code at the entrance. With wonderful explanations, videos and more. Another charming town is Anguillara Sabazia. Hosting an impressive hillside historical city center and amazing panoramic vistas And Finally, Trevignano! This village simply reflects and beauty, the traditions and the eagerness to preserve it’s ancient history. The architecture and rustic features are simply breathtaking. We highly recommend opting for a lunch in one of the many restaurants with an exclusive position overlooking the lake! A chance to taste some local delicacies and enjoy breathtaking views. However, upon request of course, we offer a personalized option to consider: We can arrange, for a small additional cost, a full meal with beverages in a unique location. A beautiful terrace overlooking the lake, with a privileged panoramic scene. Although the menu may change depending on the seasonal specialties, the personalized lunch would typically include: A jubilation of different home-made appetizer, bruschettas, frittatas and so on Homemade “pasta” dish served with delicious sauce or other Local home-made desserts All served with sparkling water and carefully selected local wine If you'd like to take advantage of this option of "Lunch in the Veranda on the lake", you can select this during the booking process, to add directly to the cost of the tour. After lunch, we will continue to Calcata, one of the best preserved medieval rock towns (literally built in a rocky cliff) in Italy. Calcata has a certain Magic to it, the atmosphere is pure and overwhelming. This Medieval destination is mostly lived by poets, writers, artists and solitaires. At the end, your private tour driver will take you back to your requested location in Rome.

Rome in a Day Tour with Colosseum & Vatican

As if a day in Rome wasn't enough, we will take you for a private tour of the Vatican Museum and the Sistine Chapel! A private tour in Rome to remember Enjoy a full day tour in Rome and the Vatican City with your private luxury vehicle. Your personal tour driver will pick you up directly from any place you want, from your hotel or other. And your tour begins! Drive by Piazza Venezia,the impressive circular square, with buildings and monuments enclosing it. With the infamous Balcony from which Mussolini gave his speeches, on one side. Or L'Altare della Patria, Monument to the last king of Italy Vittorio Emanuele the Second, a giant marble white, ancient temple-shaped building that climbs on the side of one of Rome's legendary Seven Hills, Capitoline Hill. Also known as Campidoglio, it hosts incredible views of the Piazza Venezia on one side and the Roman Forum on the other, the perfect division between the ancient Roman past and the present. Speaking of Ancient Roman times, you will head for the Colosseum A stop to see the Mighty Colosseum up-close is definitely a must! Walk Ancient ways of the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill Drive by the Circus Maximus,a field used mostly for concerts and political events today, but it was once an arena used to entertain Romans while they watched and cheered during water spectacles, fights or reenactments. It was often used as movie sets, like in the film BenHur. To remain in the Roman theme, circle back around into the City Center, characteristic for it's narrow cobble streets that lead to so many wonders. Like the Pantheon! An ancient Roman Temple with a beautifully decorated dome and an incredible history. Created in ancient times, to worship All Gods, it is now one of the active Catholic churches in Rome. To learn more about the Pantheon, visit our blog! Then there's Piazza Navona, not to far from there. A Renaissance delight, with incredible architectures and beautiful fountains, like the Four Rivers fountain, by Bernini. The streets filled with cute little boutiques, old buildings, ivy crawling over the facades and window sills, reveal beautiful wonders, that you will not find in any other place on Earth! Like the Spanish Steps. A beautiful street with the famous sets of stairs that climb into the shape of a giant butterfly up to the square of Trinità dei Monti, which offers incredible views of the Spanish steps below and the busy Via dei Condotti, famous for the most in vogue haute couture stores. One of the adjacent streets hides possibly the most famous Fountain in the WORLD The Trevi Fountain is another mandatory stop. Embedded in a tiny little square, is the world famous fountain. With  sculptures of different water related scenes, sea shells, dancing horses and Poseidon. Waterfalls and pools of crystal clear water. What an amazing work of art. Make sure to toss a coin over your shoulder and make a wish! Legend has it, it will guarantee your return in Rome. All this touring can sure work up an appetite! Lucky for you, all of our tour drivers not only know the perfect places to see in Rome, they also love food and know the best restaurants in town! So your tour driver will be happy to recommend the perfect restaurants, trattorias or pizzerias depending on what you are in the mood for. Finally, you driver will take you at the Vatican Museums where you will continue the tour to explore the Museums and the Sistine Chapel! Prepare to sigh! We dare to find something as beautiful as the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel *Upon request, we can arrange one of our qualified guides to take you to a once in a life time experience inside the Vatican. Not to mention, you'll be able to also visit the Basilica of Saint Peter aside from the Museums and Sistine Chapel. In fact, since the entrance in Basilica is free and they've devoted its access only from outside, all the way in Saint Peter's Square, our personal guide would be able to have access of the Basilica from inside the Museums, through an exclusive entrance for guides. So this is certainly something to consider, should you want to include Saint Peter's Basilica to your tour. Other wise you will enjoy your time inside the Museums and Sistine Chapel alone, freely and at your own pace! Without having to stick to a strict itinerary a guided tour would inevitably have. Just know that depending on the number of visits in a day, some wings might be closed. But this won’t matter at all, we can assure you, there is just so much to see, you’ll hardly even notice! To fully assist you, we do offer the possibility of adding Skip the line tickets with privileged entrance directly during the booking process. At the entrance, the customer service will hand you a map of the site, for you to explore the different areas of the Museums and the Sistine Chapel! What you will experience would includes is a system of wings and halls and terraces, including the Cortile Della Pigna, Belvedere, Pio Clementino Museum, the Gallery of Candelabra, the Gallery of Tapestries, the Gallery of Maps, and Raphael’s Rooms. Next, you will visit the beautiful Sistine Chapel. The breathtaking, overwhelmingly beautiful creation for you to admire! From there, you'll head back to the exit, a trod on the famous cylindrical stair case. Another undisturbed masterpiece, called "Momo" designed by an Italian architect in the 1930s, inspired by Bramante's double helix staircase from the 1500s, inside the Pio Clementine Museum, a wing of the Vatican Museums. From the Momo stair case you'll exit the Museums to find your private tour driver eager to hear your opinions on the experience. And you'll return to your Hotel location in Rome in time for the afternoon tea.

Rome in a Day Tour

Welcome in Rome! There is really no better way to start a Roman vacation than with this private tour. One of our personal tour driver will welcome you at your hotel or any other place of your convenience in Rome, to whisk you away, on a 7 hour trip through history, art, archeology and the basic Rome way of living that is just a delight and so interesting to experience. This Tour of Rome will start off with a stop in the famous Piazza Venezia a famous circular square constantly beaten by hundreds of cars and vespas and motorini (what we call mopeds and bikes). While horns are blaring in the traffic, passerby's always in a hurry and the famous Italian charm for hand gestures and raised voices the main constant, all you will notice is the monumental structure overlooking the Piazza. A monument dedicated to Italy's last king Victor Emanuel the Second, and resting place of the Unknown soldier. A fallen soldier from WW1 that is laid to rest there to honor and tribute every Italian soldier who's fought and fallen in every war old or recent. You can notice An imposing horseman in a giant bronze statue, overlooking the entire city center, to magnify the importance of the Italian Kingdom in its glory days. And just above is a building, temple-like in structure, with white marble steps and columns, placed on top of one of Rome's legendary hills. Italian flags hanging on it's ends. This monument is really hard to miss. Fun fact: The monument of Victor Emmanuel, officially called Altare della Patria (the Altar of the Nation) is also known simply as the wedding cake. For it's distinctive shape, built in white, marble layers, one floor after the other. Resembling a big white wedding sheet cake. This altar shares its space with Capitoline Hill, Capitol Hill or simply known as Campidoglio. It is one of Rome's 7 hills placed in between Campus Martius and the Roman Forum, and it is head of the Roman Government, With an incredible square commissioned by Pope Paul the third and created by Michelangelo himself in the 16th century. But Capitol Hill does not only hosts Rome's City hall, the Mayor's office and the Capitolini Museums (which offers a vast amount of marble artifacts, artwork and other curiosities from Roman times) but it offers AMAZING VIEWS of the city below, on one end of the hill is Piazza Venezia, Campus Martius and modernization, on the other the Ancient citadel of the Roman Forum. A perfect balance between present and the past. Speaking of Roman Forum, you absolutely go across Via dei Fori Imperiali, an ancient way in Rome that crosses this part of town, with the Forum's archeological site on both sides. Envision Temples, Market places, Marble buildings and life conducted in these squares centuries ago. This is where Roman Senate would reunite, where citizens would gather to worship archaic divinities and conduct their business. To keep the Ancient Roman theme alive, walking straight through the ancient Roman Forum you will arrive at the Colosseum The one and only Colosseum, the Flavian Amphitheater An ancient, imposing structure built to delight and entertain the people of Rome, in the prime of its years. With gory, cruel hunts and gladiator fights but also fun scenes of Naval battles, where they would fill the Arena with water and float around in ships. A colossal building in the heart of Rome, to gather the people, to bring people together. We absolutely recommend a stop here. But Rome is full of wonderful things to see, in a fun, intuitive and entertaining way. With squares, steps and fountains and churches. Take Piazza Navona for example The most extravagant of Rome’s Square, adorned with the fountain of The Four Rivers by Bernini, and the church of his rival, Borromini. Visit Piazza Della Rotonda, where you can see the Pantheon, the best preserved and enchanting monument of ancient times. The Spanish Steps A wonderful square, world famous for the beautiful stair case that comes down from Trinità dei Monti with beautiful views of  Via dei Condotti, intersecting with via del Corso. The most "In" streets for shopping, with great boutiques and haute couture. Walking along the narrow streets you can find other curiosities such as the mighty Pantheon on Piazza della Rotonda, the once temple dedicate to All the Gods, the Ancient Roman building is now an active Catholic church. Then, of course there is the Trevi Fountain, a little further down the streets. Make sure to take tons of pictures of this magnificent fountain that attracts so many people from all over the world, in that small square. This private tour is a whirlwind of emotions! You'll be catapulted into the Middle Ages, Ancient Roman Times, then to Renaissance times, and back to Roman times. With a stop to grab a quick bite to eat, if you like. Your tour driver will know the perfect place. In fact, near the end of the tour, you will have to make another mandatory stop at the Aventine Hill, another majestic hill, hosting picture perfect views of the Eternal City. Then head to the Circus Maximus, where chariot races were performed in imperial Rome, as we can see in one of the classic American movies, Ben Hur. At the end of the tour, your tour driver will take you wherever you like to be dropped off at, hotel or other. This itinerary can be tailored and can change, so it's not a strict preview. All this is just to give you a taste of all the wonderful places you could see during your time out on the streets of Rome. *Upon request, the icing on the cake would be to reserve one of our professional guides: if you want to enrich your activity, we highly recommend selecting the service of one of our expertise guides for the day!

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Half Day Tour in Rome

If you are looking for something easy going during your time in Rome, this half day tour is the perfect introduction to the city's most famous highlights. A rome in Half a day makes for the perfect tour! In four hours we can arrange a personal fun entertaining tour driver, pick up and drop off included.  If you have any specific requests, if you'd like to see anything in particular, please let your tour driver know! Drive by some of the most amazing places, like the famous Via Veneto, an exclusive street dotted with trees and a more tranquil living, next to the US Embassy with bistros and boutiques. Closed off by ancient Roman walls. Piazza Barberini, an amazing square in the historical center of Rome It hosts fascinating buildings, and a beautiful fountain resembling Triton. Drive by the Quirinal Hill, one of Rome's legendary 7 hills which hosts beautiful views of the Eternal city and the Palazzo Quirinale, residence of the President of the Italian Republic. Traveling through beautiful streets, you must make a few mandatory stops to visit sites like Piazza Venezia and Capitoline Hill, to view enormous monuments and breathtaking views From there you can stop along the famous shopping district Via del Corso, walk a beat into the quaint, narrow streets to reach the quintessential places that belong in any bucket list: The Spanish Steps and the Trevi Fountain. Beautiful Medieval, Renaissance wonders and Roman curiosities, above all. Continue by visiting other sites such as the Roman Forum and the mighty Colosseum. Take your time, walk around it, take pictures! After all, the Colosseum is the main event to many, for so many reasons. Before the tour ends, make sure to stop by the Basilica of Saint Peter's and its square More sites and curiosities, less known than the places listed above, will be brought to your attention during this tour. *Upon request, the icing on the cake would be to reserve one of our professional guides: if you want to enrich your activity, we highly recommend selecting the service of one of our expertise guides for your half day tour!

Private Rome Tour from Civitavecchia

This may be the best way to visit Rome while docked in Civitavecchia Port On a day trip to the Eternal city you will have a private tour driver to swiftly pick you up in leisure transportation, from your dock, to take you on a marvelous tour. While traveling on ancient roads, lined with centenary pine trees, you’ll reach the city center. You'll visit the highlights of Rome, some attractions known all over the World, other true hidden gems waiting to be discovered. The Colosseum, one of the most well known venues. A pillar of Roman Architecture A stroll around the Ancient Roman Forum, is definitely a must to truly appreciate ancient ways where in the Roman life, the Senate, the market place and temples to worship archaic Gods and conduct business. Piazza Venezia is next on the list. A famous square with a gigantic, temple-like building, a giant horseman, King Vittorio Emanuele, in striking pose, prepared for battle, hosting the tomb of tombs, the Unknown soldier, one fallen soldier to voice the loss of every Italian soldier near and far. On the other side of the Square is Mussolini’s balcony, infamous building from which the "Duce" used to gather crowds and deliver megalomaniac patriotic speeches. Continue along the busy Via del Corso, to find yourself immersed in the picturesque atmosphere. A giant street with dozens of tiny narrow streets crossing it, in which you can find Via Margutta, the street of the Artists, Piazza della Rotonda, with the famous Pantheon, the Trevi Fountain, the Spanish Steps, Piazza Navona, famous for beautiful fountains and Renaissance buildings, and more. You will see things like never before, with new eyes. Discovering curiosities and architectures and history to make your head spin. Like the Maps of the Empire, the Arch of Constantine; Columns, decorated in marble reliefs or hieroglyphs, like the one of Marcus Aurelio. And the House of the Italian Parliament and Council of Ministers. Other Roman Curiosities are Capitoline and Palatine Hills, Circus Maximus, where Ancient Romans used to conduct gory battles and entertaining spectacles, Trajan's Column, then The Giant Marble Foot and the Cat Street, The Temples of Apollo, Vesta and Janus. All fantastic things to see, we don't want to spoil the surprise. All these curiosities can sure work up an appetite! Luckily for you, your tour driver not only has good taste in arranging the best activity in Rome for you, but also enjoys a good meal. With the ton of Trattorias, Restaurants and such, he will select the best ones where you can enjoy a nice, traditional Italian style lunch. The exploration continues with a drive by along the Tiber River, from where you can see Castel Sant'Angelo, A marvel in architectures, curios shape and history. An Ancient Roman Building of massive proportions. Commissioned by Emperor Hadrian, it was supposed to be his and his family's Mausoleum. However after its initial purposes were dismissed, with the advent of Christianity, it was converted in a fortress in the Papal reign. Fun fact: Legend has it, Castel Sant'Angelo was connected with the Vatican, through underground tunnels, used in case the Pope had to flee from Vatican City or not to attract attention. But speaking Vatican City, you cannot leave Rome without seeing Saint Peter's Basilica first! This beautiful church, pillar of Christianity, with incredibly tall ceilings and impressive domes, is a must see when in Rome. A vast amount of statues, paintings, frescos, make this church a wonderful exposition. From Bernini's Pulpit, placed on top of Saint Peter's resting place, to the Tombs of the Popes in the undergrounds and the Marble "Pietà" by Michelangelo, you will not be disappointed. At the end of such an Experience in Rome, your tour driver will take you back to your cruise ship with wonderful stories to tell and beautiful memories of such a great time.

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Christian Rome and Churches Tour

This private tour is for all of you looking for a unique, in depth experience, to visit some of the Eternal City's most famous, beautiful and historical churches and hall marks. One of our private tour drivers will welcome you at your requested location in Rome, for this private 4 hour tour. You will learn all there is to know about these locations, thanks to the driver's knowledge and insightful explanations. Rome has many churches and on this half day tour we have selected some of the important ones: Basilica di San Clemente – the only church in Rome, built on three different levels, from the 1st to the 12th century. Basilica of San John Lateran With your guide, you will visit the interiors of this most ancient church. The “Scala Santa” (Holy Stairs) – located adjacent to the Basilica of St. John Lateran which are said to have been climbed by Jesus of Jerusalem himself. Basilica of the Holy Cross in Jerusalem – one of the Seven Pilgrim Churches of Rome. With our guide you will visit this 4th century church with its relic of the Cross. Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore – dedicated to the Virgin Mary is the largest Catholic Marian church in Rome. It's beautiful 5th Century Mosaics are something you absolutely cannot miss! We will provide transportation, with pick up and drop off, from one site to the next. Your personal tour driver will remain at your complete service, assisting you to enter each location, providing wonderful anecdotes and explanations, remaining by the vehicle at all time, while you enjoy your time, visit the churches at your own pace. At the end of the tour we will drive you back to your hotel or any other place of your convenience.

Private Rome Highlights Tour

Private Rome Highlights. The title says it all! If you are not big on long day tours, this just might be the perfect solution for you. A nice, 7 hour private Rome Highlights tour from pick up to drop off, to visit the absolute best sights in Rome. Highlights of Rome is the perfect combination of convenience, time and comfort. Your personal tour driver will welcome you with open arms (with a sign with your name, between them) directly at the dock of your cruise ship! All of our tour drivers in Rome have special permission to access the restricted docking areas of Civitavecchia Port After a quick introduction, a nice chat to learn more about your day, you will arrive in Rome. The Eternal City. Of course, we are famous for being flexible and for offering tailored options, to satisfy every possible need. But just, for a review on what a Highlights of Rome tour would entail, here is all the details. Driving on cobblestone streets, surrounded by centenary pine trees, you'll be transported in different period in times, just by looking out the window from your passenger's seat. Bypassing some Archeological sites as the Piramide of Caio Cestio, embedded in the surrounding atmosphere of the Aurelian walls and the entrance of the neighborhood of Aventino, one of the most characteristic neighborhoods of Rome. A Pyramid from the Roman Ages, standing on the exact spot where the primary ancient Roman roads intersect. Driving along Viale Aventino you'll find the famous Circus Maximus to your right The famous Ancient Roman stadium hosted so many competitions that it's purpose, perfectly suits the name. A circus, of ancient times, traditions and glorious stories. Just behind the Circus Maximus, still visible are the ruins of the Palatine Hill. Another historical Landmark in Rome. Behind Palatine Hill stands tall the Colossus, the one and only Colosseum,. While you enjoy your tour drivers anecdotes and details, as you approach the Colosseum you can step out to take pictures! If you'd like to visit it on the inside, your tour driver will be happy to wait for you by the vehicle. And you can find options to book skip the line tickets during the booking process, just in case. The drive around continues Next off the list is Capitoline Hill, where the Town Hall and Mayors office is. Capitoline Hill may just be the symbol of Rome, aside from the Colosseum, since it's where the politics and well-being of the city are discussed. Passing by Piazza Venezia, you will find Italy's last King's Memorial. As many Italian landmarks, it is quite hard to miss, not just because of it's enormous sizes. Driving toward the city center, take a detour, to the Amazing Pantheòn, hidden in the Piazza della Rotonda, surrounded by tall buildings in tiny cobble streets. Then off to the Trevi Fountain. You can't say you've seen Rome, if you haven't made a quick stop to see this gigantic fountain. More importantly, if you haven't tossed the coin into it. Since you are already in one of the most gorgeous areas of the City, we highly recommend stopping in Campo de Fiori, or Trastevere, two ancient neighborhoods, filled with so much beauty and history. But more importantly, filled with amazing places to eat! Enjoy a traditional Roman meal in one of the squares of the neighborhoods. Sip on a glass of red wine and take it all in. Your highlights of Rome will continue with one, very special, final stop. Saint Peter’s Basilica! One of the Holiest places on Earth! Admire its High Renaissance and baroque architecture. With its greatness of art and golden details, marble and mosaics, the atmosphere is overwhelming. Be sure not to miss Michelangelo’s Pieta, completed when the master was only in his 20s. Just when you think you've seen it all, heading back to your cruise ship, you will drive through some of the most enchanted, picturesque scenery in Italy.

Private Vip tour of Rome and Vatican

Everybody should feel like royalty when visiting Rome and Vatican City: This special all-inclusive shore excursion is a true private VIP Tour of Rome and Vatican Rome is a remarkable city. There is so much to do and see here and adding the Vatican to the itinerary, makes this private tour all the more special. And you want to make sure to cover every possible site during your cruise stop in Civitavecchia. For a true, private VIP tour of Rome and Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel. That's why not only we will offer you one of our highly entertaining tour driver, but one of our professional guides, for a private guided tour of Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine and Also Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and Saint Peter's Basilica and more Let's see what this private tour includes: Deluxe private transportation with personal driver, a professional highly qualified guide and All skip-the-line tickets Your private tour driver will welcome you at the dock of your cruise ship. And after a quick introduction to learn more about what you'll do on the tour, your quick trip to discover Rome will begin. Approaching the city you will stop on top of the Gianicolo Hill. A beautiful green hill that hosts incredible panoramic views of the city. Meet your private guide for the day We offer the finest selection of expert guides, specialized in History, archeology, art and traditions of Rome. Your personal guide is not only very knowledgeable but will make this guided tour fun, catchy and engaging. So, what will you see when in Rome? First off, you'll cover the Historical Roman aspect of the City, a drive to the Circus Maximus, the legendary stadium, with a stop at the Colosseum, the Arch of Constantine, the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. The glorious Colosseum, an amphitheater built in ancient Roman times to host all sorts of gory spectacles, like the infamous Gladiator fights. The Roman Forum, the Commercial and Political Hub of the Romans and the Palatine Hill, one of Rome's Seven Legendary Hills. Renaissance Times unveiled you get closer to the City center Busy shopping districts and runways intertwined with fountains temples and churches Piazza Venezia, a memorial built in honor of Italy's last king, Victor Emanuel II, an architectural digest. A white, temple-like building, built in layers on the side of Capitoline Hill, often times referred to as the wedding cake. Capitoline Hill is another of Rome's 7 Hills, and it's, to this day, the Political life of Rome (location of the Mayor's office), the square on top of the hill is a beautiful artful creation of Michelangelo himself, surrounded by Medieval and Renaissance buildings, such as the Town hall and the Capitoline Museums. The peculiar aspect of Capitoline Hill is that it is placed between two different Eras in Time: Past and present co-exist. The Roman Forum behind it and the present with the busy square of Piazza Venezia, surrounded by Renaissance buildings, that encompass Via Del Corso, one of the most famous shopping districts in the Capital. Driving across Via del Corso, several narrow streets intersect. Many of which will bring you to discover hidden gems like the Pantheon. Don't be fooled by the Temple shaped building, with Latin inscriptions. It was built in Roman times, to worship "All Gods" but it is, to this day, one of the most beautiful and still active Catholic churches in Italy. Hosting incredible artworks and mausoleums of several important people in history. Before you'll know it, you will reach the monumental Trevi Fountain, for a toss of the coin. Speaking of Fountains, a stop by the adjacent Piazza Navona is highly recommended. A renaissance beauty, dotted with three outstanding artistic fountains, such as the famous Fountain of the 4 Rivers, by Bernini, topped with an Egyptian obelisque, so fascinating. Then, of course, there is the Spanish Steps the iconic stair case, shaped like the wings of a butterfly. Before your private tour of Rome and Vatican continues your tour driver and your guide will be happy to recommend one of the nearby restaurants or Trattorias to enjoy a delicious, traditional lunch. You’ll then continue on the Vatican tour of the Museums and Sistine Chapel! The Vatican Museums contain an incredible collection of art and treasures. Your guide will walk you through a portion of this fascinating museum. Then you will reach the one and only Sistine Chapel. The ultimate masterpiece by Michelangelo, including wonderful frescoes of the CREATION and the LAST JUDGEMENT. But the walls and ceiling on the whole Chapel are one major work of art, to which other artists contributed, such as Botticelli, Ghirlandaio, Pinturicchio. And finally, a visit at the Magnificent Saint Peter’s Basilica. You’ll see one of a kind masterpieces like Michelangelo’s PIETA and the bronze canopy over the high ALTAR by BERNINI. Saint Peter’s Square is another of Bernini’s creations. It is one of the loveliest squares in the World. Book this private shore excursion of Rome and Vatican "ALL-INCLUDED" and what you will be offered is a VIP once in a lifetime experience of the Eternal City After such an exciting and interesting day, you’ll enjoy the relaxing ride back to the cruise ship.

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Ancient Rome Tour

An all-inclusive Ancient experience in the Heart of Rome Are you interested in the core Ancient Roman Empire History? Do you want an up-close experience of the mighty Colosseum and other archeological wonders of the Eternal city? This private tour is just what you need. Discover the Roman Empire! Your personal tour driver will welcome you in Civitavecchia Port, holding a sign with your name, directly at the dock of your cruise ship! Traveling the ancient roads to the City center, you will arrive in the Heart of Rome to meet your guide, at "Parco Archeologico del Colosseo" the Colosseum's Archeological Park: Il Colosseo, the pillar of Rome, learn all there is to know about the Colosseum Palatino, one of the legendary 7 hills of Rome Foro Romano, the square where the community would gather to conduct their affairs Get ready for an interactive experience in this Archeological wonder! *Upon request, we can arrange one of our expert guides inside the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill Select your option for a private guided tour of the Colosseum, directly during the booking process! For the best experience EVER, This tour of the Roman Empire, can be conducted by one of our passionate guides, for a private guided tour of the Colosseum's archeological park. The unimaginable wonders you will learn will leave you speechless. A perfect mix of history, fun facts and down to earth explanations, to share with you some interesting details on what makes this place so unique. Many youngsters have often asked, is it really that old? Is the Colosseum a reproduction of what once was? No my friends, the Colosseum that we all know and love is the real deal, in the flesh. Well, in stone. This Giant was created nearly 2000 years ago It was used for entertainment primarily. Although the sources of entertainment was quite different back then. In fact the Colosseum was built to host all sorts of games, from hunting scenes to Naval battles and the infamous Gladiator fights. Next on the Ancient Rome Tour, the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill, where Roman Civilization truly began You will walk through the ancient ruins of temples, markets and churches of the Roman Forum. Here is where the Ancient Romans conducted their affairs, business, religious, and political. It hosted several Governmental buildings and a great Market Place. A place to gather the people, to shop, to discuss politics, to worship pagan Gods and sometimes protest. Anything relevant that happened in the City Center, would happen here. There are several other places in Rome from the Imperialistic period and more recent, you don't want to miss Such as the Arch of Constantine and Capitoline Hill, the head of Rome's Politics today. Hosting the mayor's office and one of the most fascinating Museums on Roman History, i Musei Capitolini. The square of Capitoline Hill was designed by Michelangelo himself! Next on the list would be Pantheon. But why not grab a bite to eat first? After your morning tour, your driver will be happy to recommend one of the best, typical Roman restaurants or “Trattorias” in the area. Then off to the Pantheon. One of the most beautiful buildings of Ancient Rome. Built to worship "All the Gods", it was converted to church in the Catholic era, becoming one of the most beautiful active Basilicas in the World! And resting place to some of the most famous and important figures through time, like Italy's King and Queen consort and the famous artist Raphael. Last but not least, you will drive to the ancient Appian Way where you will have the chance to stop and visit one of the famous Catacombs located in the area. You will have the opportunity of visiting Rome literally on every level. These catacombs are so fascinating, you will really find their story are intriguing, In some areas of Underground Rome, you will find miles-long tunnels in Catacombs that are even 4 stories-deep. After such an exciting experience in the depths of Rome, you will return to Civitavecchia Port, feeling grateful for booking this private tour with us!

price from €112.50

Pre/Post Rome Cruise Tour

Do you have a layover in the Airport and don't know what to do with yourself? Are you embarking on a cruise and have a few hours on your hands? This might be something fun to consider, instead of waiting patiently for your travel plans to fall into place. A private 4-hour pre or post Rome cruise tour and transfer, for a quick review of the major sites. What Pre or Post Rome cruise Tour entails is a combination of convenience, time and excitement Pick up can take place in either Fiumicino (airport or Hotel), Civitavecchia Cruise Port or Rome Hotel. A tour of the city to visit the best famous places and then reach your drop off location, may it be the dock of your cruise ship, the Airport or any other location. It doesn't matter if you are starting a cruise or you're ending it. Why spend a day, hanging around in boredom, when you can enjoy some time in Rome, to take in as much as possible before your departure? A nice introduction to the Eternal city or finish off your time in Rome by seeing places you haven't seen previously. There is always something to see or do in Rome. A typical itinerary in three hours in Rome would normally include the most famous sites Pantheon Trevi Fountain Spanish Steps Colosseum But you have three hours! Do what you want to do, see what you want to see. Your tour driver is there to assist you, give you hints and ideas. Tell him your interests and places you'd like to visit and he will give you the best recommendations and take you there. Make every moment of your time count! A private transfer and small tour of Rome, there is always something new to do! Consider this private Rome tour and transfer to Rome-Civitavecchia Port or Fiumicino Airport (or vice-versa), the cost for the transfer is included in the service! You don’t need to worry about your luggage for this private pre or post cruise Rome tour: your tour driver will stay at the vehicle at all times, while you visit Rome’s sites and will guard all your luggage and personal effects. Finally, at the end of the tour, your driver will take you directly to your request location in Civitavecchia, Rome or Airport.

Rome by Night Tour

We will pick you up at your hotel or restaurant, for this Private Rome By Night Tour. You can feel the charming atmosphere of this romantic city among the monuments, over the Capitol Hill, Roman Forum, Colosseum, Spanish Steps, Piazza del Popolo, the unmissable Trevi Fountain and the Vatican City for the breathtaking view of St. Peter’s Basilica illuminated. Then, you will continue onto the Gianicolo Hill for an unforgettable view over the monumental, ancient Rome on the other bank of the Tiber River. From here, you can admire Piazza Navona, a fashionable and crowded meeting point for Romans, or decide to stroll around and explore Testaccio District, the best place in the city to eat a very good pizza and have a traditional glass of Italian wine. Get inspired, by the magic of the Eternal City. In the cobble stone streets, you can only hear the water simmering from the fountains in every hidden corner of every alley.

price from €56.50

Private Transfer from Florence to SMN train station

Our private driver will pick you up in any requested location in Florence. He will escort you at the Train Station of Santa Maria Novella, in one of our luxury vehicles. Enjoy the ride and the full assistance of one of our private drivers. For full comfort, we highly recommend to let us know the amount and size of luggage, to offer the best possible vehicle according to your specific needs. This private transfer can be absolutely be arranged either way.

price from €30.00

Civitavecchia Shore Excursion to Rome and Vatican

When Docking into Civitavecchia Port, you want to make sure to experience your time in Rome and Vatican the best way! That's why we are here. To offer you the best possible experience of Rome and The Vatican in a day. Start off with one of our private tour drivers to greet you, directly at the dock of your cruise ship in Civitavecchia Port. After a brief introduction, you'll tour will start. Arrive in Rome to find hundreds of different sceneried in one setting, a mix of Ancient architectures, Nature and Modern infrastructure. All perfectly coexisting. Welcome to Rome on a private tour of Rome and Vatican! First off, Piazza Venezia to admire The Monument of the first Italian king. Furthermore, there’s Mussolini’s balcony, the Capitoline Hill (one of Rome’s seven legendary hills) and the Roman Forum. Make sure not to miss the Colosseum! After that, you’ll head to the Pantheòn, Trevi Fountain, the Spanish Steps, and enjoy the outstanding view of Rome from the Pincio Terrace, and Piazza Navona. After so many fantastic things you've already seen this morning, you'll have to "carb up" for the best part of your tour! The Vatican Museums Your private tour driver will take you at the entrance, that unmissable doorway, surmounted by high walls and a distinctive plaque that says " Musei Vaticani" he will give you all the instructions on how to enjoy your time in the Museums completely along with the Sistine Chapel. *Upon request, we can arrange one of our expert guides inside the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel: Having one of our qualified guides would offer you an immersive opportunity, to learn absolutely everything there is to know about this incredible place: From peculiar traditions to art, history and literature, along with granting you direct access to Saint Peter's Basilica. Since the only known public entrance to Saint Peter's would be from all the way outside in the Square (for which the lines are usually very long) our guides have permission to enter the Basilica directly from inside the Vatican, after you've visited the Sistine Chapel! Visiting the Basilica other than with the guide would not be possible. Since it's entrance is free, it is usually very crowded, lines are very long not leaving enough time for you to visit it, if without a guide Since we have top level experts, the costs are appropriate to the quality of service. In case you are considering one of our private guides to take an exclusive tour of the Vatican, you can select its service during the booking process to add it to the cost for the tour. However, if you are more incline to visit the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel, without the Basilica as a priority, we definitely recommend visiting the Vatican on your own. At your own pace, to fully appreciate everything you'll see, without having to stick to a prearranged itinerary. You could also consider Audio-guides, with amazing explanations and virtual itineraries to choose from.  For a personalized tour of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel. At a lighter rate, given the extra costs. We will be happy to arrange skip the line tickets, with privileged entrance of course, (bookable as extras) for you to explore the Vatican's freely on your own. This way you can enjoy visiting each chamber, admiring beautiful artifacts, statues, paintings and frescoes in any of the Museums inside the Vatican you'd like to see, entirely at your own pace! Audio-guide tickets, to download directly on your phone, for an interactive tour of the Museums and Sistine Chapel, still at your own pace. Spending your time in awe and your nose in the air! The most incredible beauty awaits! Visiting the Vatican Museums on your own, will allow you to visit the different wings , like Raphael's Rooms, Cortile Della Pigna, Belvedere, Gallery of Candelabra, the Gallery of Tapestries or the Gallery of Maps. And the Sistine Chapel. Since the Basilica of Sain't Peter's has free access, they've devoted it's entrance directly from Saint Peter's Square, so there isn't a way to enter the Basilica from inside the Museums. Just know that depending on the number of visits in a day, some wings might be closed. But this won't matter at all, we can assure you, there is just so much to see, you'll hardly even notice! Last but not least, on this Rome and Vatican tour, the magnificent Sistine Chapel! This incredible masterpiece, Michelangelo's heritage. We don't want to say too much about it, because we don't want to spoil the surprise. Just know that you will have some time, inside this chapel, to take a moment. To reflect on the overwhelming beauty. Take a seat in one of the chairs placed at it's sides, or stand in the middle and look up, to study the different details of the scenes and stories that have inspired the artist. Then you'll head to the exit, walking along the famous spiral stairwell. Still in awe, after the incredible experience. You'll reunite with your tour driver at the exit and then head back to Civitavecchia Port, to board your ship in perfect time.

Private Boat Tour in Tuscany

As if our private tours weren’t exclusive enough, we present you our newest addition. A private boat tour on the most beautiful shores in Italy: The definition of Wanderlust! This tour generally starts from one of the Argentario area towns' port, or Civitavecchia Port (contact our staff, for pickup and drop off in your requested location or a meeting point directly in Port), where you will board your personal cabin cruiser, Cranchi Z34 speedboat. Your skipper will welcome you on board and following a quick breefing on the day, you'll enjoy a nice greeting breakfast. Warm breakfast pastries, Espresso, American coffee, tea and juice. What a sweet delight! A memorable exclusive tour of the coastal line of the Thyrrenian Sea. You will head to the breath-taking Monte Argentario area, one of the most exclusive territories in the World, possibly. Famous for it’s lagoons, crystal clear water and cliffs. Your skipper, will transform in a fantastic chef and arrange a delicious light-lunch for you. Typical Italian delicacies and beverages (no alcohol). Tour the incomparable beauty with the exclusiveness of a private boat and skipper, on a itinerary including plaves like Porto Ercole, Isola del Giglio and Isola di Giannutri, to gaze into the blue sea, surrounding islands and lagoons of the Monte Argentario area. At the end of the day, at around 6pm you will return to the dock. As if this experience didn't already have everything, you can choose to add the following customizations, for an extra cost: To add to the above experience, instead of a nice light lunch, your skipper will cook a delicious fish-based lunch for you, to enjoy with wine from the best wineries (Falanghina del Sannio, Passerina Marchigiana, Sella e Mosa, etc) In addition to the fish based lunch experience, enjoy an Italian Style aperitivo on board, at sunset, with a chilled bottle of Prosecco *The above additionals, can be purchased and reserved during the booking process. For any other requests, please contact our office. We can arrange private transportation from/to your requested location before and after the boat tour. (Contact our staff) Itinerary Your skipper will welcome you on the dock. While a quick breefing on the day, he will serve you a delicious breakfast. During the tour along the coast, depending on your request and booked extras, he will serve you either a light lunch or a full delicious lunch. A memorable tour of the coastal line of the lower Tuscan Region, to the Mount Argentario. Gorgeous views, beautiful landscapes from the sea an entertaining skipper who will give you wonderful explanations on the itinerary for your day. At the end of this private boat tour, your skipper will take you back to Port. This private tour can be arranged for 1 to 6 people tops.

price from €1320.00

Vip Ferrari tour in Rome – Luxury Driving Experience

We are delighted to present you an exclusive luxury activity in Rome A private drive on one of the latest-models of Ferrari, through the streets of the Eternal city. A journey so unique, tailored to your needs. Escorted by one of our personal drivers or if you'd like to experience the thrill of driving it yourself. Select your favourite model: Ferrari 296 GTB, Ferrari SF90 Stradale, Ferrari SF90 Spider, Ferrari 296 GTB, Ferrari F8 Tributo, Ferrari F8 Spider, Ferrari Roma, Ferrari Portofino, Ferrari 488 Pista, Ferrari 488 Spider, Ferrari 812 GTS Let us take care of the rest. And before you know it, you will be immersed in some of the most beautiful sceneries in the World, in Rome, behind the wheel of a Supercar. Send us your enquiry, to learn more on the several options we can arrange. Just know, that if you are looking for a once in a life time activity during your time in Rome, Italy, you've come to the right place. Whether you are having a Rome vacation, or docked in Civitavecchia Port for a day. A luxurious tour on a Ferrari, is an exhilarating memory of La Dolce Vita. Because what better way to spend your time in Rome, if not doing something original? Like driving your personal Ferrari through the city.

price from €1850.00

Truffle hunting experience near Rome

When you are visiting Rome and wanting to try something new and exciting, this private tour takes the "off the beaten path" activity to a whole other level! A private tour in the woods of the inland Roman Countryside, to discover ancient traditions: Truffle Hunting! Your private tour driver will welcome you in your Hotel or any other requested location in Rome, to take you for the beautiful countryside. As you enjoy a nice ride on a luxury Mercedes vehicle, you will travel to the beautiful area of the Bracciano Lake. A famous, vulcanic lake dotted with quaint villages and castles. All around the lake is woods. A green, dense woods with a peculiar selection of fauna and flora, home to a rich variety of delicious mushrooms and, you guessed it, Truffles! You'll be headed for the Woods of Manziana, just a few miles away from the town of Bracciano on the lake (world famous for the Odescalchi castle, where Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes were married, among of other vip events) You will meet your hunter for the day. A high truffle expert and with his dogs, the two hour hunt in the woods begins. As you follow the trails of the focused hounds, your hunter guide will tell you all about this precious product of the Earth. And then the excitement begins, when the dogs traces the truffles buried in the soil, next to tree trunks and rocks, learn how to extract them and the different truffle hunting techniques. After collecting the prize, the hunter will take you to his house, where a different selections of dishes will be prepared with the truffles you've found. Enjoy a nice, rich lunch to go with home made deserts, wines and liquors, all prepared for the occasion. And after lunch, why not take a stroll to explore the surrounding Lake view villages of Anguillara and Trevignano? For the perfect ending of a perfect day, in the Roman Countryside. At the end of this day tour your private tour driver will take you back to your Rome hotel, with wonderful memories of a delightful day, in the heart of Italy!

price from €200.00

Private Luxury Transfer from Rome to Milan

Enjoy a relaxing, smooth ride in a comfortable, air-conditioned Luxury Vehicle for your private transfer from Rome Hotel or Airport to Milan. The best solution to reach your destination: Private deluxe transportation, personal driver to suite your every need and customization, to make your road trip more enjoyable. This transfer service can be scheduled also vice-versa. To make sure we offer you our best possible solution, we always recommend to let us know the size and quantity of luggage, so that we can fully satisfy your every need for a comfortable, relaxing private transfer. With our transfer service just relax, and enjoy the ride, let us take care of the rest.

price from €187.50

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Recommended Guided Tours to Borghese Gallery

If you are planning to visit the Borghese Gallery in Rome, here is everything you need to know about guided tours:

• Cost of a Guided Tour: Expect to pay between 50 to 80 euros per person. Prices vary based on the date and popularity of the tour. Remember, you often get what you pay for – tours led by highly-rated guides with lots of reviews tend to be pricier.
• Tour Languages: Tours are available in English, Spanish, French, Italian, and German. Remember that options might be limited in languages other than English.
• Access to the Borghese Collection: With your guided tour, you will have full access to all the masterpieces in the collection.
• Photography Rules: Yes, you can take photos, but please, no flash or sound. Furthermore, be considerate of other visitors!
• Duration of Visit: The maximum time allowed in the Borghese Gallery is 2 hours.
• Length of the Guided Tour: Most tours last about 1.5 hours, giving you an additional 15-20 minutes to explore on your own afterward.
• Self-Guided Tours: They are an option. To fully appreciate the art, you will want to dive into specialized literature or check out detailed descriptions on the gallery’s website.
• Gallery Admission Fee: Good news – it is included in the price of your tour. Sometimes, booking a tour might be your golden ticket into the gallery, primarily when regular admission tickets are sold out.
• Staying After the Tour: Absolutely! You will have around 20 minutes post-tour to revisit your favorite pieces.

Enjoy your visit to the Borghese Gallery, and immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of art and history it offers!

Truth Unveiled by Time

Two Busts of Cardinal Scipione Borghese

Apollo and Daphne

Venus Victrix by Canova

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