Borghese Gallery. Private tour with an Art Historian

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2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: German and 4 more

Let yourself be enchanted by the wonders of Cardinal Scipione Borghese's princely 16th century villa, built to house his vast collection of antiquities, paintings and sculptures.

The first floor, with its magnificent ceilings, houses the collection of statues. Ancient masterpieces and the first works of art by Gianlorenzo Bernini, the talented artist discovered by the Cardinal.
The first floor, or "piano nobile" is dedicated to the paintings. Like in a book of Art History, you'll admire great works from Renaissance and Baroque.

Caravaggio, Raffaello, Tiziano... these are just some of the painters that you'll see represented here.

What's Included

Professional art historian guide
Reservation to skip the long line
Admission tickets
Transportation to/from attractions
Tips (optional)

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We'll meet you at the entrance. The guide will hold a sign with your name.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes (approximately)
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    An incredible collection displaced in an amazing environment, so rich that even Napoleon wanted to put his hands on it and he did by marrying his sister to Camillo Borghese heir of the family. An Art Historian tour guide will allow you to merge in the history of the collection. Room after room you'll admire the absolute masterpieces of European Art created by Raphael, Botticelli, Titian, Caravaggio. Last but not least you'll admire Gian Lorenzo Bernini's sublime sculptural groups in marble, probably the greatest sculptor of the 17th century. The visit will last 2 hours. At the end of your tour don't miss a walk through the beautiful park of the villa.

    2 hours • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Bellissima Italy tours

Tags

Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Art Tours
Walking Tours
Archaeology Tours

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