Did you know that entering the Borghese Gallery without a reserved entrance can take up to an hour? That's why we've joined forces with an expert guide in Rome, who will secure your skip-the-line tickets and join you, so you can dedicate your time to learning the secrets behind the Italian Renaissance and Baroque period art. From Bernini's intricate sculptures and Caravaggio's realistic paintings to Canova's elegant work and Borghese's frescoes, this tour is filled with memorable art moments.
Expert, English-speaking guide
Skip-the-line entry to the Borghese Gallery
Access to temporary exhibitions
Earphones for tour experience
Guide tips
Your tour begins near the Borghese Gallery
You’ll meet your guide near the entrance to the Borghese Gallery. Look for the exact location on your booking voucher.
Skip the line and enter the Borghese Gallery
With your exclusive tickets in hand, you'll bypass the lengthy queues and step straight into one of Rome's most treasured art collections. The quick entry means more time to immerse yourself in the stunning halls filled with priceless art.
Bernini's sculptures
Marvel at Gian Lorenzo Bernini's breathtaking masterpieces, including the dramatic Apollo and Daphne and The Rape of Proserpina. Your guide will share fascinating stories about how Bernini brought marble to life with movement and emotion during the height of the Baroque period.
Caravaggio's paintings
Next, you'll encounter the powerful works of Caravaggio, known for his dramatic use of light and shadow. See the introspective Sick Bacchus and the vibrant Boy with a Basket of Fruit, both reflecting the artist's turbulent genius and revolutionary style.
Canova's Neoclassical works
Continue to Antonio Canova's stunning sculptures, featuring the famous reclining Paolina Bonaparte. You'll appreciate the lifelike details and refined beauty that define Canova's departure from Baroque exuberance into Neoclassical grace.
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Skip the line Borghese Gallery Tour
Mary H.
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April 13, 2026
We enjoyed the tour and learned a lot from our guide whose name I think is Cynthia.
Nataliya B.
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April 12, 2026
Ellen G.
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April 11, 2026
Five stars
John S.
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April 10, 2026
Our guide (Meredith?) was superb. We really enjoyed the tour.
Monica L.
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April 09, 2026
Our guide was enthusiastic and knowledgable. We thoroughly enjoyed our tour and learned so much!
Great tour!
Marsi B.
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April 09, 2026
Alexandria was an excellent guide to our small group tour. Fantastic gallery!
Villa Borghese
Karen E.
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April 06, 2026
Dmitri was a wonderful guide! He was enthusiastic and informative about all of the art we saw — the best combination in a tour guide.
Best Tour in Rome
Harvey U.
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April 04, 2026
Best of the Best. Unbelievable collection of art any where in the world. Beautiful location and mansion. Outstanding paintings and sculptures. Our tour guide, Alessandra was passionate about this subject. Her energy was contagious and heartfelt. Well organized tour from greeting, resources for audio and into to leader. The BEST !
Sidney L.
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April 04, 2026
Great guide, lousy technology
Cynthia D.
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April 01, 2026
Our tour of the fabulous Borghese was terrific. The guide was kind, funny, very knowledgeable and we enjoyed it. The issue was technology. The ear buds provided and the transmission devices were not good. Much static. Really impacted the tour.
Tour
Charles M.
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March 30, 2026
Had a great tour with our guide Elenora. She was extremely knowledgeable and thoroughly invested in our tour. The passion she brought to the tour made it truly memorable. I would highly recommend.
Sylvia was best guide in italy!
David E.
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March 29, 2026
Thoughtful, insightful, never felt rushed.
Sean W.
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March 29, 2026
Was Amazing
Karen B.
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March 28, 2026
Janice D.
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March 27, 2026
Great Tour Guide
İlker T.
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March 26, 2026
Thank you very much Marco.
It was great to know you. :)
Amazing
roxanne H.
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March 19, 2026
The tour was amazing. Marco share interesting facts and was passionate about the artwork.
Charming knowledgeable guide, very professional organization
Linda F.
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March 17, 2026
I was very happy with this tour. Our guide knows Borghese gallery like the back of her hand and kept on the museum required time schedule without rushing. The Gallery is, of course, spectacular. But I was also impressed with the back up and attention to detail- such as who needed an elevator and what to do with bags.
Amazing!! Alessandra is the VERY BEST GUIDE in Rome!!!
Daniel M.
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March 11, 2026
What we had originally thought might be boring and just another tour of a museum and a collection turned out to be a cultural artistic historic Renaissance provided by the most exceptional and wonderful guide. We have yet to experience here in Rome. Alessandra was the very best of guides so far!!!! Amazing & captivating!!
Engaging Tour
Andrea H.
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March 10, 2026
Martine led us on highly engaging and informative tour of the most beautiful sculptures and paintings at the Borghese Gallery. We thoroughly enjoyed her educational yet humorous descriptions of many spectacular pieces on display. This excursion would not have been the same without her commentary. Thank you.
jeff F.
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January 11, 2026
Ella is very passionate about Italian art and the Borghese Galleries. She provided a considerable amount of historical background and context to help us understand the museum and the specific paintings and sculptures. She also provided extensive information on the artists, and the details of the various pieces. Ella breathed life into the museum and it was a very good tour that we strongly recommend.
Gail N.
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January 08, 2026
Glenn C.
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January 06, 2026
Loved the Borghese! Beautiful Sculptures!
Carol R.
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January 04, 2026
We loved the Borghese and it was wonderful to have the tour guide to educate us on the art we were seeing. The sculptures were the most beautiful that I have ever seen.
