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Borghese Gallery: Private Guided Tour
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Borghese Gallery: Private Guided Tour

Tour Details

Visit the Borghese Gallery on a private tour with an art historian guide. Your guide will tailor the visit to your interests, sharing stories of art and history. See the 17th-century villa of Cardinal Scipione Borghese and view a significant art collection at your own pace. You'll pass by Bernini’s sculptures incuding _Apollo and Daphne_, and _The Rape of Proserpina_.

See Caravaggio’s works such as _David with the Head of Goliath_ and _Boy with a Basket of Fruit_. You will also see and hear about works by Raphael, Titian, and Canova.

What Makes This Tour Special

This private guided tour allows for a personalized experience, enabling visitors to engage deeply with the art and history of the collection at their own pace. The art historian guide tailors the experience to the interests of the guests, enriching the visit with captivating stories and insights.
  • Personalized tour experience with an expert art historian guide.
  • Flexible pacing to suit individual interests and needs.
  • Opportunity to see masterpieces without the crowds typically found in public tours.
  • Access to in-depth stories and context behind the artworks.
  • A chance to explore the beautiful Villa Borghese gardens after the tour.

Historical Background

The Borghese Gallery is housed in the Villa Borghese, a 17th-century villa commissioned by Cardinal Scipione Borghese, a notable patron of the arts. The villa was designed by the architect Flaminio Ponzio and later completed by others, making it a significant example of Baroque architecture in Rome.

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