Borghese Gallery Private Tour (Skip-the-Line Admission)

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2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: German and 5 more

Join your expert, local guide at the gates of the Villa Borghese, and enjoy exclusive skip-the-line admission to the gallery. Discover the fascinating history of the astonishing Borghese collection — and the beautiful Villa it's in — on this Borghese Gallery private tour.

In the astonishingly gorgeous entrance, your guide will explain the fascinating history of the Roman mosaics, depicting gladiatorial games, on the Gallery floor. Onwards to 'Pauline Bonaparte as Venus' and learn what linked Napoleon with the Borghese family.

Up next are some great Baroque wonders, including a marvelous series of sculptures by Bernini; most notable among them his 'David', 'Rape of Prosperina' and 'Apollo and Daphne'. Learn about the tempestuous personality that produced these masterworks, as you enjoy their beauty.

More masterpieces await, including great frescoes by Raphael and Caravaggio. Experience the refinement of the Italian Baroque on this special private tour.

What's Included

Headsets for groups of 6 or more
Languages: English, French, Spanish, Arabic, Russian, Italian, German, Japanese, Chinese, Portuguese
Skip-the-line admission
Gratuities
Hotel pick-up and return
Food and drink

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Piazzale Scipione Borghese, 5 - at the entrance gates for visitors, located on the left hand side of the white building of Borghese Gallery (see PDF attached for more details)

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
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    Enjoy a full-tour of one of the world's most beautiful galleries. See masterpieces by Caravaggio and Bernini, among others, in a gorgeous Villa decorated with Ancient Roman mosaics.

    2 hours • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
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Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Art Tours
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