- Location: Main entrance at Porta Pinciana / Piazza del Popolo
- Skip-the-line? ✅ Yes
- Avg wait time: 30–60 mins
- Who it’s for: All visitors with reserved time slots
Types of queues at Borghese Gallery
Ticket redemption queue
Security queue
Skip-the-line tickets let you bypass the ticket redemption queue which can take 30 minutes to 1 hour even with advance bookings.
With skip-the-line access, you’re ushered through a priority entrance and into the Borghese Gallery in just 10–20 minutes—no hour-long queues.
All visitors must still go through a brief security check. Depending on your ticket type, you’ll either use a dedicated timed-entry lane or join a small group tour with fast-track access.
The Borghese Gallery admits just 720 pre-booked visitors every two hours, making advance reservations essential. Without a booking, you risk being turned away or waiting for the next available slot.
These lines begin forming nearly an hour before each entry wave, especially mid-morning and late afternoon. Without skip-the-line access, long queues are almost guaranteed.
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They help you save up to 1–2 hours during peak times. You’ll secure a guaranteed time slot, avoid long lines, and even have the option of joining a guided tour for deeper insight into the artwork.
Without them, you might wait 1.5 to 2.5 hours in line—often in the sun. You could miss your preferred slot, or feel rushed once inside.
No, only timed-entry tickets are available at the gate, however, skip-the-line tickets are rarely available due to high demand and strict capacity limits, so it's best to book early to secure your preferred slot.
Skip-the-line tickets often come with added conveniences, such as assistance from a host or the inclusion of audio guides. Choosing to add these additional services enhance your experience and justify the higher price point.
Yes, all visitors must pass through a brief security check—even if you have a skip-the-line ticket. The good news: it usually takes just 10–20 minutes and moves fairly quickly.
Yes, whether you book a basic skip-the-line ticket or a guided tour, you’ll have access to the main collections and rooms, including works by Bernini, Caravaggio, Canova, and Raphael.
Access to special exhibitions may require an additional fee. It's recommended to check the gallery's information counter or check the online calendar for details on current exhibitions.
No, tickets are valid for a single entry during your reserved two-hour time slot. Re-entry is not permitted.
Changes to your reservation are generally not allowed. It's important to choose your date and time carefully when booking.
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