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Skip-the-Line Small-Group Guided Tour of Borghese Gallery
- Bypass ticketing queues and get more time to explore one of Rome's most prestigious art galleries, Borghese Gallery, on a guided tour.
- Choose between an English, Italian, or French-guided tour and learn fascinating facts about masterpieces by artists such as Titian and Raphael.
- With personal attention ensured on this small-group guided tour that accommodates less than 15 people, gain deeper insight into the collections at the museum.
- Admire Bernini’s legendary sculpture of Apollo and Daphne and Raphael's The Deposition.
Inclusions
- Priority access to the Borghese Gallery
- 2-hr small-group tour
- English, French or Italian-speaking guide
- Headsets
Exclusions
- Access to gardens
- It is recommended to wear comfortable shoes as there is a fair amount of walking involved on this tour.
- This tour is not accessible for wheelchair users.
- This tour is not accessible for strollers or baby carriages.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
- Save time and energy by booking your tickets online to Rome's legendary attraction, the Borghese Gallery!
- With a host escorting you inside, admire amazing art collections by Caravaggio, Raphael, Titian, Bernini, and Canova that are sure to take your breath away.
- See paintings by Caravaggio such as David with the Head of Goliath and Boy with a Basket of Fruit.
- There's also Raphael's The Deposition along with sculptures by Bernini, such as David.
- Wander through the Villa Borghese and enjoy the verdant gardens adorned with gorgeous flowers in bloom.
- Note: The booking fee is included in your ticket.
Inclusions
- Access to Borghese Gallery
- Escorted entry (optional)
- Last entrance for 1 hour (optional)
Exclusions
- Audioguide (purchasable on-site for 5 Euros)
- Facilities: Wheelchair Accessibility, Cloakroom.
- Access to the museum is regulated with a mandatory exit at the end of each time slot so tickets are limited and sell out quickly. Tickets will not be available on-site for purchase, especially for same-day entry.
- Until the month of May, only two children are allowed access for a time slot.
- 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 people who are physically challenged 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.
- It is also forbidden to enter the Museum with food, drinks (including water), animals (with the exception of guide dogs), and cameras.
- Minors not accompanied by an adult will not be permitted to enter the Museum.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Combo (Save 5%): Borghese Gallery + Rome Bioparco Tickets
- Whether you're an art history buff or you want to spend time with your family, this value-for-money combo ticket offers it all.
- Immerse yourself in the amazing art collections at the Borghese Gallery. curated by Gian Lorenzo Bernini and Scipione Cardinal Borghese.
- Admire masterpieces by Caravaggio such as David with the Head of Goliath and Boy with a Basket of Fruit.
- Don't miss seeing Raphael's The Deposition along with Bernini, sculptures like David and Apollo and Daphne.
- Enjoy a stroll through the Villa Borghese and explore the gardens dotted with vibrant flowers in bloom.
- Skip the usual Rome sightseeing highlights and visit the famous Bioparco di Roma.
- Admire the incredible array of exotic wildlife here, from grizzly bears to tigers, and great apes.
- Get an understanding of the conservation efforts that help protect endangered animals around the world.
Inclusions
- Priority access to Borghese Gallery
- Booking fee
- Entry into Bioparco di Roma
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Combo (Save 4%): Vatican Museums + Borghese Gallery Tickets
- This money-saving combo ticket offers a convenient way to admire two of the greatest art collections in the world at the Vatican Museums and Borghese Gallery.
- Get priority access to Vatican Museums and see priceless works of art from the Papal collections by Michelangelo, Raphael, da Vinci, and Titian, amongst others.
- Sprawled across 54 galleries, the museums include the Gallery of Maps, Raphael’s Rooms, and more.
- The biggest highlight is the breathtaking frescoes that adorn the walls of the legendary Sistine Chapel.
- Enjoy a skip-the-line entry to the Borghese Gallery in Rome and avoid the winding queues.
- Gasp at the amazing art collections curated by Gian Lorenzo Bernini and Scipione Cardinal Borghese.
- Admire Caravaggio's iconic masterpieces like David with the Head of Goliath and Boy with a Basket of Fruit.
- Marvel at Raphael's The Deposition and sculptures like David and Apollo and Daphne.
- Stroll through the Villa Borghese and explore the gardens dotted with vibrant flowers in bloom.
Inclusions
- Skip-the-line tickets to the Vatican Museums
- Skip-the-line tickets to the Sistine Chapel
- Audio guide (optional)
- Skip-the-line tickets to the Borghese Gallery
- Booking fee
Exclusions
- Tickets to St. Peter's Basilica
- Audio guide for Borghese Gallery (purchasable on-site for 5 Euros)
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Combo (Save 5%): Colosseum + Borghese Gallery Tickets
- Get a dose of history, art, and architecture with this combo ticket as you visit the Colosseum and the Borghese Gallery!
- Explore the 1st and 2nd floor of the Colosseum as you take in the ancient structure that is still the largest amphitheater in the world.
- Visit the Roman Forum, the hub of socio-economic life in ancient Rome, and see Palatine Hill, from where you can take in unparalleled views of the city.
- Your ticket also grants you access to the Borghese Gallery in Rome where you can admire world-famous art without getting stuck in big crowds.
- Also, enjoy a stroll through the Villa Borghese and explore the gardens dotted with vibrant flowers in bloom.
Inclusions
- Entry to the Colosseum
- Access to the Roman Forum & Palatine Hill
- Access to the 1st and 2nd Floor of the Colosseum
- Entry into the Borghese Gallery
- Booking and handling fees
Exclusions
- Guide accompanying you on the tour
- Access to Colosseum's 4th and 5th Floor or the Underground
- Audioguide (purchasable on-site at the Borghese Gallery for 5 Euros)
Colosseum
- Tip: If you choose an afternoon slot to visit the Colosseum, you will not have enough time to visit the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill on the same day. If you wish to end your visit on the same day, please arrange your visit to the Colosseum accordingly.
- You MUST carry a valid ID with you and present it at the time of entry if requested. Should you fail to do so, venue authorities may deny you entry and such instances are not liable for reschedules or refunds.
- The experience involves a fair amount of walking, hills, and stairs; as such we recommend wearing comfortable attire and suitable walking shoes.
Borghese Gallery
- Did you know? The main room ceiling seems to be much higher than it is owing to the intricately painted fresco by Rossi that has a fascinating three-dimensional quality to it.
- Access to the museum is regulated with a mandatory exit at the end of each time slot so tickets are limited and sell out quickly. Tickets will not be available on-site for purchase, especially for same-day entry.
- 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).
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Borghese Entry & Castel St Angelo Entry
- Visit two of Rome's most sought-after attractions, Borghese Gallery and Castel Sant'Angelo, and save money doing so.
- Get access to the Borghese Gallery in Rome, home to some of Rome's most famous art.
- See stunning art collections curated by Gian Lorenzo Bernini and Scipione Cardinal Borghese.
- Admire Caravaggio's works, like David with the Head of Goliath and Boy with a Basket of Fruit.
- See Bernini’s sculptures like The Rape of Proserpina, David, and Apollo and Daphne.
- Stroll through the Villa Borghese and explore the gardens dotted with flowers in bloom.
- Enjoy entry into Castel Sant'Angelo, a building that has existed since the 2nd century.
- Get an understanding of Roman history as you explore all five floors of the castle.
- Learn about how parts of the building served as living quarters, a fortress, and even a prison.
- Fall in love with the stunning architecture of the building and its preserved statues, art, and weapons.
Inclusions
- Entry to the Borghese Gallery
- Entry to Castel Sant'Angelo
- Booking fee
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Art and history courses through Rome’s veins like few other cities in the world. Nestled amidst the beautiful Villa Borghese Gardens is a museum home to centuries worth of treasured art -- the Borghese Gallery. Housed within a stunning 17th Century estate is a priceless collection of masterpieces by once-in-a-generation names like Bernini, Raphael, Titian, and Caravaggio. The artwork at the Borghese Gallery was once the sole collection of Cardinal Scipione Borghese, an avid art collector. Today, it is one of the most-visited attractions in Rome. Book Borghese Gallery tickets to be part of an eye-opening art experience.
Your Borghese Gallery Tickets Explained
Skip the Lines
The Borghese Gallery is quite a famous museum in Rome and always sees large crowds. To save time, book Borghese Gallery skip-the-line tickets. These allow you to bypass the long waiting lines and get priority access to the gallery. You can access all major parts of the museum, including the Villa Borghese Gardens, with these tickets.
Guided Tours
The best way to learn about the history and artwork at the Borghese Gallery is by opting for guided tours. Your Borghese Gallery tour would include a small 15-member group and the services of a professional English-speaking local guide who will narrate interesting facts about the museum's history and all of its famed artwork. Your ticket also includes entry to the Villa Borghese Gardens.
Discounts on Borghese Gallery Tickets
EU citizens between the age of 18-25 get reduced pricing on their tickets on presentation of a valid government ID.
Audio Guide Availability
You can purchase an audio guide for €5 at the Borghese Gallery
What to See at the Borghese Gallery
What started out as the private collection of a prominent cardinal, the Borghese Gallery today is a beautiful public museum for art lovers. Soak in the blood, sweat and tears of some of the greatest artists to have ever lived, like Bernini, Caravaggio and Raphael. Here are some of the top highlights at Borghese Gallery.
Apollo and Daphne, Bernini
Bernini’s Apollo and Daphne is arguably one of the most beautiful sculptures at the Borghese Gallery. It depicts the tragic tale of the God of Archery, Apollo, and the Nymph, Daphne. Hit by cupid’s arrow, Apollo falls in love and chases after Daphne, only to have her transform into a tree just before he catches her. Despite its stationary form, the sculpture marvelously captures movement and fluidity; once can notice Daphne’s gradual transformation from human to tree, where Bernini has left some parts of her as a woman, while others that seem to show the bark of a tree gradually wrapping itself around her.
Ratto Di Proserpina, Bernini
It’s ironic that one of Bernini’s most celebrated works of art, depicts tragedy. At the age of 23, through dramatic fashion and marble, he portrayed the tragic abduction of Proserpina at the hands of the god, Pluto. This sculpture is about 7.5 feet in height and is made from a unique Carerra marble that seems to imbibe the appearance of softness. Influenced by classic Baroque style, Bernini’s sculpture depicts life-like motion of flesh. This can be clearly seen in the delicate details; whether it’s Pluto’s hands sinking into Proserpina’s soft flesh, the anguish on her face, or his tense muscles as he attempts to overpower her.
Dama Con Liocorna, Raphael
The first thing one notices about Raphael’s Young Woman with a Unicorn painting is the subject’s eyes: a piercing blue with a stoic expression. Art history experts have debated the young woman’s true identity over the centuries, with several theories propping up, but no clear answer. They have also drawn comparisons between this painting and Da Vinci’s Mona Lisa -- the former was painted just a short while after the Mona Lisa. Raphael’s work, drawing inspiration from Da Vinci, portrays the subject in a similar pose, with folded hands, a slight angle and a vivid background. Observe the unicorn, which was considered to be a symbol of women’s purity.
David Con La Testa Di Golia, Caravaggio
While the Borghese Gallery is home to a myriad of Caravaggio’s artwork, perhaps his most personal masterpiece deserves maximum attention. While on the run after being charged with murder, Caravaggio painted what experts have dubbed as a self-portrait. Goliath’s severed head is understood to be his own, with David being the executioner. This painting shows the maturity of Raphael as an artist; observe the dark, earthy background, as a bright contrast to the luminous figure of a youthful and determined David. The older, weaker Goliath portrays despair, with the marks of blood and lifeless eyes, seemingly conveying a damned Caravaggio.
Villa Borghese Gardens
In the heart of the city lie the ornamental Villa Borghese Gardens, amidst which the Borghese Gallery resides. Back during the 1600s, the Cardinal thought to convert his vineyards into sprawling gardens. These lush gardens were eventually remade to suit English tastes and then converted into a public space in 1903. The gardens themselves are located atop Pincian Hill, from where one can look over the bustling Piazza del Popolo. The extensive landscape of the Villa Borghese Gardens is home to a variety of species of flora and fauna. The Borghese Garden is one of the largest public parks in Rome, with more than 90 unique points of interest, including historic statues and monuments. There’s plenty to see here, like the Bioparco Di Roma Zoo, Villa Medici and the National Gallery of Modern and Contemporary Art.
Plan Your Visit
Borghese Gallery hours are from 09:00 AM to 07:00 PM from Tuesday to Sunday with final admission at 05:00 PM. It is closed on Mondays.
It should take about two hours to cover most of the attractions at the Borghese Gallery.
You can visit the Borghese Gallery at any time. However, if you’re looking for smaller crowds, it’s best to visit early morning or late evening, and during the off-season in the year.
The Borghese Gallery is located at Piazzale Scipione Borghese, 5, 00197 Roma RM, Italy.
Google Map Directions.
Yes, you can take the bus to get to the Borghese Gallery. Get off at Pinciana/Museo Borghese stop. From here, the gallery is within a 5-minute walking distance.
Yes, you can take the train to get to the Borghese Gallery. Alight at either Piazza di Spagna or Barberini station. From here, the Borghese Gallery is at a 20-minute walking distance.
Yes. Photography is permitted; however, please do not use flash.
Yes. At the Borghese Gallery bookshop, you can get guidebooks in multiple languages, along with other literature like pamphlets, posters, souvenirs, art publications and more.
Yes. You can store large bags, baby strollers and umbrellas at the cloakroom. Guests are advised to carry small purses or backpacks.
Yes. Those with physical disabilities can comfortably visit the Borghese Gallery. Wheelchairs are also available on-site for rent.
The easiest way to get to the Borghese Gallery is by going through the Villa Borghese Gardens entrance. In total, the gallery has 9 different entrances: Via Raimondi (2 entrances), Via Pinciana (2 entrances), Piazzale Pablo Picasso (via di Valle Giulia), Piazzale Flaminio, Via Aldrovandi, Piazzale Cervantes, Piazzale San Paolo del Brasile. Get other great Borghese Gallery tips here.
Guests are advised to pre-book their tickets online in advance as only 80 visitors are allowed entry every two hours; otherwise, you run the risk of being turned away due to a lack of availability of free slots.
Yes, dining options are available in and around the museum. Inside, you can dine at the Vivi Bistrot, while within the gardens, you can eat at Pic Nic-That’s Amir cafe or Pizzeria San Marco.
Borghese Gallery Tickets FAQs
Yes. You can book your Borghese Gallery tickets online now. They permit 80 visitors in 2-hour slots now, so make sure to pre-book your tickets online.
Yes. Borghese Gallery tickets include skip-the-line access, allowing you to bypass the long waiting lines.
It depends on the ticket you book; you would have to specifically book Borghese Gallery tickets that include guided tours. With these tickets, you’ll be accompanied by a professional English-speaking guide through your tour.
It depends on the Borghese Gallery ticket you choose to book. While some tickets offer a full refund on canceling within a stipulated time period, for others there may be no refund available on cancelation. Please check before you make your reservation.
Borghese Gallery hours are 09:00 AM to 07:00 PM from Tuesday to Sunday, with final entry at 05:00 PM. It is closed on the weekends.
There are five time slots available daily start from 9:00 AM. The 11:00 AM time slot is the most popular and the 3:00 PM and 5:00 PM slots witness the smallest crowds. We recommend booking your tickets a week in advance to ensure you get your desired time slot.
No, access to the Villa Borghese gardens is completely free of charge.
You can take the bus or the train to get to the Borghese Gallery. If you take the bus, alight at Pinciana/Museo Borghese stop and walk to the gallery; if you take the train, you can get off at either Barberini or Piazza di Spagna stations and walk to the gallery.