What’s the advantage of booking a guided tour of the Borghese Gallery?

As this gallery is packed with impressive artwork from top artists, there’s a lot to take in and you can feel overwhelmed. A <link linkType="internal" newTab="true" url="" id="RwWUxWJP" shortCodeType="link" relationTo="pages" documentId="68345091c19b61ab9ec8e79a" text="guided tour" uid="www.tickets-rome.com.borghese-gallery.tours" /> will enhance your experience through an explanation of the highlights, their history and significance, etc. Guides are also happy to answer any questions you may have.

Are there Borghese Gallery audio guide tours I can book?

Yes, with your standard entry ticket, you have the option to choose an audio guide.

Do I need to pay to enter the Borghese Villa or the Borghese Gardens?

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Are there discounted tickets to the Borghese Gallery?

EU citizens between the ages of 18 and 25 get reduced entry. People with disabilities and their companion get free entry, as do members of the ICOM, students and journalists, etc.

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Jan 2026

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The whole experience was amazing Skip the line was what is said Museum was great to visit. At time was a little crowded but one cannot forsee that. Thank you for being on time. Was effortless

Fucci

Jan 2026

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It was a good experience, it was easy to make reservations, and the convenient queue skipping saves you long waits to get in to visit the desired places...

Eraldo

Jan 2026

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Palazzo Barberini is a beautiful palazzoe kept really very well. Beautiful ceiling frescoes in some of the rooms. Very beautiful paintings by Caravaggio

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Dec 2025

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We had a guided tour at the Galleria Borghese yesterday and it was excellent. Our guide, Lorenzo, spoke perfect English and was very easy to understand. The tour was very interesting, and he showed us all the highlights and explained everything clearly. There were no regular tickets available, so we booked the guided tour instead - and we absolutely did not regret it. It was worth every cent and we would definitely recommend a guided tour to anyone who really wants to get the most out of the Galleria.

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Dec 2025

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We arrived at the entrance of Castel Sant'angelo and got in in no time, just enough time to show the digital tickets to the attendants. Really positive experience . It was worth it .

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United States

Nov 2025

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What's special about Borghese Gallery?

Things to know before booking Borghese Gallery tickets

The Borghese Gallery adheres to a strict crowd management and time-slot system, permitting only 180 tourists at a time for a duration of 2 hours. Each new slot opens hourly.
Tickets are guaranteed only through advance booking, and can be purchased up to 90 days before the visit. The earlier you book, the better. The silver lining? Fast-track access is automatically guaranteed because of the strict time-slot and visitor cap.
Upgrade your tickets for an immersive multilingual audio guide, or a dedicated host who assists you with navigation and entry. Or pick a guided tour with an expert art historian and small group of up to 15 guests. Gain in-depth insights and enhance your appreciation of the gallery’s masterpieces.
Wheelchair users can access the gallery through the back entrance, in Piazzale Scipione Borghese n. 5. To access the second floor, you will have to use a smaller wheelchair that fits inside the lift, leaving your own wheelchair behind. On arrival at level 2, visitors can switch to a more comfortable wheelchair.
Entry to the Borghese Gallery is free on the first Sunday of every month. However, reservations must still be made if you plan to visit on this day, and tickets are mandatory for museum access. You can reserve your free Sunday visit up to 10 days in advance. Entry to the Borghese Gardens within Villa Borghese is free and you don’t need separate tickets.
EU citizens between the age of 18-25 can avail reduced pricing upon presentation of a valid government ID. Visitors holding a Roma Pass are also entitled to get free or reduced entry to the Gallery. However, this too requires prior reservation.
Although a visit duration of two hours is fixed by museum, add half an hour for ticketing and cloakroom; another one to two hours if combining with a stroll through Borghese Gardens or Rome Bioparco. While planning your visit, consider booking morning slots for fewer crowds or evening slots to enjoy a stunning sunset view from the Pincio Terrace.

Your Borghese Gallery tickets explained

Standard entry tickets and combos

Duration: 2+ hours

Guided access: Not available

Reserve your entry to the Borghese Gallery, and discover it at your own pace without the crowds or rush of ticket lines with these super-saver tickets.
Upgrade for a multilingual audio guide or a host and get yourself an enhanced independent exploration.
See the top attractions of Rome with a hop-on hop-off pass. Or combine your tickets with other iconic landmarks like Castel Sant'Angelo or the Pantheon.

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Combo (Save 5%): Borghese Gallery Tickets + Rome Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

In-depth guided tours

Duration: 2 hours
Guided access: Included

Led by an expert guide, your tour of the gallery is sure to be enriched by fascinating insights and history surrounding the famous artworks inside the gallery.
Not a fan of crowds? This small-group tour is ideal with a cohort comprising a maximum of 15 members.

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What to see inside Borghese Gallery?

Explore the wider estate

The Borghese Gallery is only a fragment of the wider Villa Borghese, a sprawling real estate comprising gardens, fountains, eateries, art-and-culture arenas and more.

Villa Borghese Pinciana

The 17th-century Villa Borghese was commissioned by the Borghese family and designed by Flaminio Ponzio. Located atop the Pincian Hills in Rome and surrounded by the gardens, the villa has a light and airy structure adorned with reliefs and ancient sculptures. It now houses the Borghese Gallery, which showcases Italian Renaissance and Baroque art.

Access: Included with Borghese Gallery tickets.

Villa Borghese Gardens

Transformed from vineyards in the 1600s by a Cardinal and revamped in 1903 to suit English tastes, the gardens form the green lung of Rome. With 90+ points of interest, it hosts attractions like the National Gallery of Modern and Contemporary Art, Bioparco Di Roma Zoo, and Villa Medici.

Access: Garden entry is free. However, landmarks within the gardens may have entry fees.

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Rome Bioparco

Doubling as one of Europe’s largest and oldest zoos, the Bioparco is an easy walk from the Spanish Steps and housed within the Villa Borghese estate. The zoo is actively involved in conservation efforts and is home to diverse and exotic wildlife.

Access: Included if you purchase the combo ticket that grants access to both Borghese Gallery and the Bioparco.

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National Gallery of Modern and Contemporary Art

Located at the edge of the Villa Borghese estate, this museum contains artwork from modern artists like Van Gogh, Monet and Jackson Pollock, among others. With around 55 rooms containing more than 20,000 works of art, there’s quite a lot to see at this gallery.

Access: Not included with Borghese Gallery tickets. Tickets to this attraction must be purchased separately.

Villa Medici

While not strictly inside the Villa Borghese estate, Villa Medici’s garden is contiguous with the Villa Borghese Gardens. It is a Mannerist villa originally built for the Medici family. Since 1803, it has served as the French Academy in Rome.

Access: Not included with Borghese Gallery tickets. Tickets to this attraction must be purchased separately.

Plan your visit to Borghese Gallery

Tuesday to Sunday: 9am to 7pm
Last Entry: 5:45pm
Closed on: Mondays, December 25, January 1

Best time to visit

The best time to visit the Borghese Gallery is on weekdays, preferably in the morning or late afternoon to avoid crowds. In quieter seasons like fall or winter, the gallery offers a more serene experience, allowing for a better appreciation of the art without the rush.

Detailed Borghese Gallery hours

There are two main entrances used by the visitors to enter the premises:

Gate near Porta Pinciana
Gate near Piazza del Popolo

How to enter Borghese Gallery?

Book shop: The museum bookshop is open from 8:30am to 7pm. You can get guidebooks in multiple languages, along with other literature like pamphlets, posters, souvenirs, art publications, and more.
Locker room: You can store medium or large bags, umbrellas, selfie sticks, backpacks, or any prohibited items in the cloakroom.
Audio guides: Purchase audio guides from the counter next to the ticket office.
Cafeteria: Grab a quick snack like a brioche or muffin from the cafeteria between 9am and 7pm.
Free Wi-fi for all throughout the location.

Plan your visit to Borghese Gallery

There is a stair lift located to the left of the external staircase for people with reduced mobility, to enter the bookshop, ticketing office, etc.
The entrance at Piazzale Scipione Borghese n. 5 allows direct entry to the sculpture floor of the museum, without having to take the stairs.
Free guided tours for visitors with various degrees of disability are conducted by V.A.M.I. on reservation.

Louise Bourgeois: Unconscious memories

The current exhibition at the Borghese Gallery marks a historic first, showcasing the work of female artist Louise Bourgeois for the first time in the gallery’s history. The exhibition focuses on pieces that intertwine her memory with the collective and public memory of the museum itself. Bourgeois was deeply influenced by the psychoanalytical school of thought, and her initial visits to the Borghese Gallery keenly influenced her approach to imagining how old art forms interact with the new.

Last date of exhibition: September 15, 2024.

More about Borghese Gallery exhibitions and events

Visitors should maintain decorum, avoid touching artwork, and follow staff instructions.
Large bags, tripods, selfie sticks, weapons, flash photography, food, and drinks are not allowed.
Visitors are only allowed to carry a small fanny pack or a purse, no larger than 21 x 15 cm inside. Bigger bags need to be left in the cloakroom.
Brush up on the history and context of key artworks and artists before visiting. It enhances appreciation and understanding.
After your gallery visit, take a stroll in the Villa Borghese Gardens surrounding it. It's a serene and beautiful spot to unwind.

More visitor tips for Borghese Gallery

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Vatican Museums

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Spanish Steps

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Frequently asked questions about Borghese Gallery tickets

Borghese Gallery tickets grant access to the museum's renowned art collection, showcasing masterpieces by Bernini, Caravaggio, and other acclaimed artists. Depending on the ticket type, inclusions may vary — some tickets offer guided tours, whereas others offer access to other sites within the larger Villa Borghese estate like the Rome Bioparco.

From happy customers

Loved by 47 million+

Trustpilot rating: 4.5 out of 5

Genaro

Argentina

Jan 2026

‌

Very good directions to find the place and very good service, everything on time and without any problems. Highly recommended.

Karl

Jan 2026

‌

The whole experience was amazing Skip the line was what is said Museum was great to visit. At time was a little crowded but one cannot forsee that. Thank you for being on time. Was effortless

Fucci

Jan 2026

‌

It was a good experience, it was easy to make reservations, and the convenient queue skipping saves you long waits to get in to visit the desired places...

Eraldo

Jan 2026

‌

Palazzo Barberini is a beautiful palazzoe kept really very well. Beautiful ceiling frescoes in some of the rooms. Very beautiful paintings by Caravaggio

Maximilian

Dec 2025

‌

Valentina

Dec 2025

‌

We arrived at the entrance of Castel Sant'angelo and got in in no time, just enough time to show the digital tickets to the attendants. Really positive experience . It was worth it .

Alexander

United States

Nov 2025

‌

Absolutelly amazing! A just "can not miss" location in Rome... Colosseum is fantastic and worth every minute spent inside and surroundings...

Tess

Nov 2025

‌

Skip the ticket lines and independently dive into Rome’s Borghese Gallery—no waiting required!

Everything you get: Reserved entry ticket with fast-track access to the Borghese Gallery and two hours to explore at your own pace. Enjoy the freedom to admire sculptures and paintings by Bernini, Caravaggio, Canova, and Raphael without the crowds or rush.
Why choose this: Guaranteed direct entry that saves you over 30 mins spent in long lines, and the chance to gaze at world-class art with just 180 other guests.
Upgrades: Choose tickets with a host for smoother entry, a multilingual audio guide for deeper insights, or go for the 1-hour express variant—perfect for last-minute plans and quick visits.

Inclusions #

Timed entry to Borghese Gallery with 2-hour access
Timed entry to Borghese with 1-hour access (as per option selected)
Hosted entry (as per option selected)
Multilingual audio guide (as per option selected)

Tip: The gallery's masterpieces are accompanied by descriptions that can help you gain a deeper understanding of their significant history.
Facilities: Wheelchair Accessibility, Cloakroom.
You may pick up your ticket only on the day of the event at the opening of the checkout counter an hour before the show (until the beginning of the same).
Entry is free for persons with a disability as well as their accompanying guardian (carry a valid photo ID).
Luggage storage is mandatory for items such as bags, backpacks, strollers or trolleys, umbrellas, selfie sticks, or other items whose danger or size is assessed by the security staff.
The experience is restricted for minor guests if they aren't accompanied by an adult.
Note that the following are not allowed inside the museum: food and beverages, cameras, animals.

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

This experience is accessible by prams/strollers.
A paying adult must accompany minors under 18 years of age.
This experience is not accessible by wheelchair.
Large backpacks and bags must be checked in.

Inclusions #

Guided tour of Borghese Gallery with entry
English, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese and French-speaking art historian guide (as per option selected)
Visit to the Villa Borghese Gardens
Small group of 15
Headsets

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Save time and enjoy greater flexibility with pre-booked access to two historic landmarks.

Everything you get at Borghese Gallery: Jump past ticket queues and discover artwork like The Deposition by Raphael and sculptures like Neptune by Bernini. Stroll through the exquisite 17th-century Borghese Villa surrounded by beautifully landscaped gardens.
Everything you get at Castel Sant'Angelo: Skip the lines with reserved entry to Castel Sant'Angelo, a historic fortress with panoramic city and river views. Discover its fascinating evolution from imperial mausoleum to papal residence, prison, and museum.
Why choose this combo: Plan your perfect one-day itinerary and skim past the long ticket lines at two unique parts of Rome with contrasting histories.

Inclusions #

Borghese Gallery

Entry to Borghese Gallery

Castel Sant'Angelo

Entry to Castel Sant'Angelo
Audio guide available in English, Spanish, Italian, German and Chinese

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Avoid the long lines outside the 17th-century Palazzo Barberini and see some of Italy’s most prized works of art.

These include Raphael's portrait La Fornarina, Caravaggio's Judith Beheading Holofernes, Filippo Lippi’s The Annunciation and a Hans Holbein portrait of Henry VIII.
Peruse the palace at your own relaxed pace.
Be mesmerized by the palazzo's swirling frescoes designed by Pietro da Cortona.

Inclusions #

Skip-the-line entry into Palazzo Barberini

Exclusions #

Access to the Caravaggio 2025 exhibition

Note that "Sale del Settecento" will be closed to the public on March 5th.
It is forbidden to bring large bags, backpacks, or trolleys.
Cloakroom service is temporarily unavailable.
Parking is available for people with disabilities. Entrances do not have architectural barriers. There are ramps for wheelchairs, next to the ticket office, leading to the ground floor exhibition rooms and to an elevator giving access to the first-floor exhibition rooms.
This ticket is valid for 20 days starting from the date of your timed entry to Palazzo Barberini. It also includes one flexible visit to the Corsini Gallery, which you can use at any time during that period, subject to availability.

These tickets are valid for 20 days from the date of purchase.

Skip the ticket lines and independently dive into Rome’s Borghese Gallery—no waiting required!

Everything you get: Reserved entry ticket with fast-track access to the Borghese Gallery and two hours to explore at your own pace. Enjoy the freedom to admire sculptures and paintings by Bernini, Caravaggio, Canova, and Raphael without the crowds or rush.
Why choose this: Guaranteed direct entry that saves you over 30 mins spent in long lines, and the chance to gaze at world-class art with just 180 other guests.
Upgrades: Choose tickets with a host for smoother entry, a multilingual audio guide for deeper insights, or go for the 1-hour express variant—perfect for last-minute plans and quick visits.

Inclusions #

Timed entry to Borghese Gallery with 2-hour access
Timed entry to Borghese with 1-hour access (as per option selected)
Hosted entry (as per option selected)
Multilingual audio guide (as per option selected)

Tip: The gallery's masterpieces are accompanied by descriptions that can help you gain a deeper understanding of their significant history.
Facilities: Wheelchair Accessibility, Cloakroom.
You may pick up your ticket only on the day of the event at the opening of the checkout counter an hour before the show (until the beginning of the same).
Entry is free for persons with a disability as well as their accompanying guardian (carry a valid photo ID).
Luggage storage is mandatory for items such as bags, backpacks, strollers or trolleys, umbrellas, selfie sticks, or other items whose danger or size is assessed by the security staff.
The experience is restricted for minor guests if they aren't accompanied by an adult.
Note that the following are not allowed inside the museum: food and beverages, cameras, animals.

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

This experience is accessible by prams/strollers.
A paying adult must accompany minors under 18 years of age.
This experience is not accessible by wheelchair.
Large backpacks and bags must be checked in.

Inclusions #

Guided tour of Borghese Gallery with entry
English, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese and French-speaking art historian guide (as per option selected)
Visit to the Villa Borghese Gardens
Small group of 15
Headsets

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Save time and enjoy greater flexibility with pre-booked access to two historic landmarks.

Everything you get at Borghese Gallery: Jump past ticket queues and discover artwork like The Deposition by Raphael and sculptures like Neptune by Bernini. Stroll through the exquisite 17th-century Borghese Villa surrounded by beautifully landscaped gardens.
Everything you get at Castel Sant'Angelo: Skip the lines with reserved entry to Castel Sant'Angelo, a historic fortress with panoramic city and river views. Discover its fascinating evolution from imperial mausoleum to papal residence, prison, and museum.
Why choose this combo: Plan your perfect one-day itinerary and skim past the long ticket lines at two unique parts of Rome with contrasting histories.

Inclusions #

Borghese Gallery

Entry to Borghese Gallery

Castel Sant'Angelo

Entry to Castel Sant'Angelo
Audio guide available in English, Spanish, Italian, German and Chinese

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Avoid the long lines outside the 17th-century Palazzo Barberini and see some of Italy’s most prized works of art.

These include Raphael's portrait La Fornarina, Caravaggio's Judith Beheading Holofernes, Filippo Lippi’s The Annunciation and a Hans Holbein portrait of Henry VIII.
Peruse the palace at your own relaxed pace.
Be mesmerized by the palazzo's swirling frescoes designed by Pietro da Cortona.

Inclusions #

Skip-the-line entry into Palazzo Barberini

Exclusions #

Access to the Caravaggio 2025 exhibition

Note that "Sale del Settecento" will be closed to the public on March 5th.
It is forbidden to bring large bags, backpacks, or trolleys.
Cloakroom service is temporarily unavailable.
Parking is available for people with disabilities. Entrances do not have architectural barriers. There are ramps for wheelchairs, next to the ticket office, leading to the ground floor exhibition rooms and to an elevator giving access to the first-floor exhibition rooms.
This ticket is valid for 20 days starting from the date of your timed entry to Palazzo Barberini. It also includes one flexible visit to the Corsini Gallery, which you can use at any time during that period, subject to availability.

These tickets are valid for 20 days from the date of purchase.

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