- Home
- Rome
- Experiences
- Masterpieces of art, nature and taste at Villa Borghese
Masterpieces of art, nature and taste at Villa Borghese
Rome, Italy
3 hours (Approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English and 4 more
Overview
Among the many places not to be missed during your stay in Rome, you cannot miss a private guided tour of Villa Borghese, a real house-museum, a complete combination of architecture, works of art, furniture, decorations, and an English park. breathtaking view. At the end, an exclusive and tasty aperitif in one of the most elegant cafés in Rome, based on one of the local specialties, the supplì, with cocktails and a panoramic view from the Pincio hill.
What's Included
Private tourist guide enabled
Entrance ticket to Villa Borghese
Aperitif based on a cocktail / wine and tasting of 3 supplì
Departure & Return
What To Expect
Itinerary
Meeting with the private tourist guide qualified in Rome to visit the Borghese Gallery, declared as the second most important art collection in the city after the Vatican Museums.
The villa, dating from the sixteenth century, offers the rare opportunity to see some of the most important private collections in the world, set up in their original setting. The collection was started by Cardinal Scipione Borghese (1579-1633), one of the most experienced art collectors of his time, nephew of Pope Paul V. He was one of the first patrons of Bernini and Caravaggio, both geniuses of the Italian baroque.
The Borghese Gallery comprises twenty rooms on two floors: on the lower floor are conserved classical antiquities and mosaic floors; on the upper floor the rich gallery, where you will have the chance to admire some unmissable masterpieces. Later you will visit the beautiful English-style gardens for a relaxing walk, an ideal place to escape from the crowded city. The tour will end at the terrace on the Pincio hill, with a breathtaking view of the Rome skyline for an aperitif and a tasting of 3 types of rice balls.
Stop At:
• Galleria Borghese, Piazzale del Museo Borghese 5, 00197 Rome Italy
Meeting with the private tourist guide qualified in Rome to visit the Borghese Gallery, declared as the second most important art collection in the city after the Vatican Museums.
The villa, dating from the sixteenth century, offers the rare opportunity to see some of the most important private collections in the world, set up in their original setting. The collection was started by Cardinal Scipione Borghese (1579-1633), one of the most experienced art collectors of his time, nephew of Pope Paul V. He was one of the first patrons of Bernini and Caravaggio, both geniuses of the Italian baroque.
The Borghese Gallery comprises twenty rooms on two floors: on the lower floor are conserved classical antiquities and mosaic floors; on the upper floor the rich gallery, where you will have the chance to admire some unmissable masterpieces. Later you will visit the beautiful English-style gardens for a relaxing walk, an ideal place to escape from the crowded city. The tour will end at the terrace on the Pincio hill, with a breathtaking view of the Rome skyline for an aperitif and a tasting of 3 types of rice balls.
Stop At:
• Galleria Borghese, Piazzale del Museo Borghese 5, 00197 Rome Italy
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Cancellation policy
All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.Learn more about cancellations.
