Afternoon Tour at the Borghese Gallery in Rome, Rome

Overview

Explore one of the most important art collections in Rome by visiting the Borghese Gallery. You’ll admire paintings and sculptures created by many of Italy’s most beloved and respected artists, including Bernini, Caravaggio, Canova, and Raphael. Set in one of Rome’s largest parks, the gallery lives in a stunning 17th-century villa. This mansion was once commissioned by the nephew of Pope Paul V, the Cardinal Scipione Borghese, who used it to house his impressive art collection.

During the tour, your guide will share little-known stories and facts about the artists and their pieces. As you stroll through the villa's ornate rooms, stop to appreciate works such as Bernini’s Apollo and Daphne, Caravaggio’s David with Goliath’s Head, and Raphael’s The Deposition. Your guide will share exclusive behind-the-scenes stories that you can only hear with a tour! 

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Itineraries with Afternoon Tour at the Borghese Gallery in Rome