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Rome: Borghese Gallery Skip-the-Line Ticket & Golf Cart Ride

1. Rome: Borghese Gallery Skip-the-Line Ticket & Golf Cart Ride

When in Rome, a visit to the Borghese Gallery is a must. Explore the beautiful complex and see masterpieces by some of history's most renowned artists. Avoid waiting around with skip-the-line access and discover afterward the grounds as you ride in a golf cart or take a stroll at your own pace. Meet your host at the main entrance to the gallery and pick up your tickets. Then, head inside where a vast collection of world-famous artworks await you. Beat the cue with your skip-the-line tickets, giving you more time to check out the exhibits and artworks. Explore the gallery at your own pace and spend time with the artworks that appeal to you most. Admire sculptures and paintings from icons of the art world including Canova, Caravaggio, and Bernini. Some of the highlights of the gallery include Canova’s Representation of Pauline Bonaparte, Caravaggio’s David with the Head of Goliath, Raphael’s The Deposition, and Bernini’s Apollo and Daphne. After the gallery, step outside and hop on board a golf cart for a tour of Villa Borghese. Sit back and relax as you travel through the tranquil gardens of the villa and marvel at the Fountain of the Sea Horses, the water clock, the Temple of Diana, and the Piazza di Siena. You can also enjoy a walk around the gardens, take some photos of the breathtaking view from the Pincio Terrace, and have a look at the onsite cinema museum.

Borghese Gallery Masterpieces & Gardens: Skip-the-Line Tour

2. Borghese Gallery Masterpieces & Gardens: Skip-the-Line Tour

Learn about Cardinal Borghese's vast art collection and the stories behind each piece on this guided tour of the Borghese Gallery and Gardens. Stroll along shady lanes among sculptures and tranquil fountains. Cardinal Scipione Borghese commissioned both the Villa Borghese itself and many of the great works still on display in its gallery. Works by Bernini, Caravaggio, and Titian remain in their original settings, as envisioned by the Cardinal, a fiercely determined collector. Strictly-controlled entry to the Villa and Gallery can make booking difficult and complicated. This package lets you avoid the organizing and even skip the line to get in when you arrive. During this fully-guided tour you’ll hear more about Cardinal Borghese’s quest to complete his collection, and the stories behind the artworks themselves, including Bernini’s "Apollo and Daphne", Canova’s "Pauline Bonaparte", Caravaggio’s "St. Jerome" and Raphael’s "The Deposition". Your guide will be an English speaker and an expert on the collection, and audio headsets ensure you’ll hear every word they say. The tour also includes a visit to the Borghese Gardens: once the Cardinal’s private park, now a favorite spot for locals to relax among sculptures, plants, and water features, and get away from it all. From the Pincio Terrace, you can appreciate another kind of work of art: the vista of Rome itself, from the Piazza del Popolo in the distance.

Rome: Borghese Gallery and Gardens Guided Tour with Tickets

3. Rome: Borghese Gallery and Gardens Guided Tour with Tickets

Visit one of the most important museums in Rome, the Borghese Gallery, on a guided tour. Make the most of your reserved entry ticket and save precious time by skipping the waiting lines. Listen as your art historian guide brings the masterpieces of artwork to life with fascinating stories. Meet your tour guide outside the gallery and start with a brief introduction to the museum. Explore 20 rooms spread across 2 floors. Soak in overhead frescoes, Roman floor mosaics, and magnificent sculptures at every turn. Expect to be dazzled by world-renowned artworks from Bernini's captivating "Apollo and Daphne" to Raphael's "The Deposition". Go to the Caravaggio room to look at paintings such as "David with the Head of Goliath" and the "Boy with a Basket of Fruit."  Finish your tour with a visit to the Borghese Gardens, originally Cardinal’s private vineyard, which is now a sprawling park open to the public. In this glorious canopy of green, learn how the garden was redesigned and enlarged over the years.

Rome: Borghese Gallery Entry Ticket with Escorted Entrance

4. Rome: Borghese Gallery Entry Ticket with Escorted Entrance

Skip-the-line and reserve a timed entry spot for The Borghese Gallery with this entrance ticket. Explore the gallery at your own pace as you see works from famous artists throughout the centuries. Home to several masterpieces by Renaissance, Roman, and Baroque artists, the Borghese Gallery is one of the most popular attractions in Rome. Don't miss your chance to explore the gallery by reserving a timed entrance ticket. Located in the 17th century home of Cardinal Borghese, the gallery is home to the Cardinal's lifetime collection of art. See works of art by Caravaggio, Titian, Canova, Raphael, and Bernini as you walk through the 2-storey gallery.

Rome City Center and Villa Borghese Tour by Segway

5. Rome City Center and Villa Borghese Tour by Segway

Explore Rome on a guided Segway tour to sights like Piazza di Pietra. Glide through Villa Borghese and climb up Pincian Hill without breaking a sweat. Cruise through the Campo Marzio district with ease.  Learn how to operate a Segway upon meeting your guide on Piazza del Popolo, and then head towards the grounds of the magnificent Villa Borghese once everyone is confident on this easy-to-ride, self-balancing vehicle. Discover the ancient monuments of the third largest park in Rome, including the legendary Borghese Gallery, home to a treasure trove of art by the most famous painters from Italy.  Continue to the lake before riding over to Piazza di Siena. Make your way up the Pincio (Pincian Hill) to get breathtaking view over the city. Head back down into the bustling city center and visit some of the main squares and alleyways of the Campo Marzio district.  Admire the impressive Pantheon and get a closer look at the colonnades of the Temple of Hadrian in Piazza di Pietra. See Bernini's glorious Fontana della Barcaccia (Fountain of the Boat) in Piazza di Spagna at the foot of the Spanish Steps.

Borghese Gallery Private Tour

6. Borghese Gallery Private Tour

The Borghese Gallery is undoubtedly one of the most charming, elegant, and compact art museums in the world. It is neither chronologically arranged, nor very ordinate. Rather, it is a very personal, lovingly matched collection that reveals the personalities and tastes of two people: Gian Lorenzo Bernini, the greatest of Baroque artists, and Scipione Cardinal Borghese, a magnificent art collector. Borghese's collection of great works of art include: Raffaello's 'Woman with the Unicorn', Domenichino's 'Diana', Boticelli's 'Madonna and Child', Caravaggio's 'David', Bernini's 'Apollo and Daphne', and Canova's 'Paolina' - just to name a few. Along the way, your guide will tell you the dramatic, untold stories about art being stolen from churches, artists being sent to jail, their workshops being devastated by Borghese's confiscations, mysterious deaths, and other tales of intrigue and passion. This visit to the Borghese Gallery is a must during your vacation. Your guide will show you exactly what Cardinal Borghese meant when he called the gallery 'The Theater of the Universe'. After visiting the Gallery, you can walk through the beautiful Villa Borghese park, and end the tour at the Spanish Steps.

Rome: Guided Villa Borghese Gardens Bike Tour

7. Rome: Guided Villa Borghese Gardens Bike Tour

You tour will begin when you meet your professional guide at the official meeting point. From here you will depart on a relaxing and fun ride on an aluminum bike, complete with gears that will help make riding all the more easier. Your friendly tour guide will take you along to discover the history of "Villa Borghese", one of the biggest and most beautiful public parks in Rome. The sculptures that fill up the roads of the park make it a real open air museum, and together with its enchanting fountains, it is sure to be an amazing experience to add to your visit to the "eternal city". The strong feature of this park is its green spaces that allow you to breath in the fresh air, away from the smog and chaos of the city. Once you have taken in all of the amazing history, you will discover the breathtaking views atop of "Pincio Terrace". If so desired, you can also take a break in a local coffee shop to taste some authentic Italian made coffee.

Rome: Pantheon, St. Peter's, and Navona Square Audio Tour

8. Rome: Pantheon, St. Peter's, and Navona Square Audio Tour

Go at your own pace as you explore some of Rome's most famous sights including the Pantheon, St. Peter's, and Piazza Navona. There are also over 100 other points of interest included on your app which has unique navigation functionality and is available in several different languages. Travel back in time as you explore the Pantheon, one of Rome's most significant venues. Discover how it acquired its name and the many roles it’s played over the years. After exploring the Pantheon, check out two of the most famous landmarks in the city: St. Peter's Basilica and Piazza Navona. The app makes self-guiding easy and includes plenty of suggested walking routes and audio commentary on all the hotspots. Immerse yourself in the culture and history of the city as you admire iconic landmarks including the Colosseum, Spanish Steps, Trevi Fountain, and Vatican Museums.

Rome: Villa Borghese Private E-Bike Tour & Optional Picnic

9. Rome: Villa Borghese Private E-Bike Tour & Optional Picnic

No trip to Rome is complete without a visit to the impressive Villa Borghese, the third largest public park in the city, bursting with impressive buildings, monuments, and attractions. On this private tour, spend the day exploring the park with your family and friends in the company of a knowledgeable and friendly guide. Meet your guide and get kitted out with the gear for your e-bike, then set out on your sightseeing adventure. There are 11 stops along the tour, however you can customise the itinerary to suit your interests and needs. Highlights of the trip include Piazza Del Popolo, Tempio Di Esculapio, Portico Dei Leoni, Tempietto Di Diana, Piazza Di Siena, Tempio Di Antonino E Faustina, Marco Dei Diani, Galleria Borghese, Orologio Ad Acqua (Water Clock), and Terrazza Del Pincio. The tour ends at Galleria Borghese, where your guide will provide you with your picnic (if option selected). Find a scenic spot to eat your meal, then sit down and enjoy a well-deserved rest as you tuck into your lunch. The picnic options available are: Tartare menu • Salmon, Tuna, or Prawn Tartare menu • Sea Frisella • Water (0.5 liter) • Wine • Fruit Juice • Biodegradable Cutlery Salads menu • Salad with Salmon, Tuna, or Streamed King Prawn Tartare menu • Sea Frisella • Water (0.5 liter) • Wine • Fruit Juice • Biodegradable Cutlery Burger menu • Burger with Salmon Tartare, Tuna Tartare, Soft Boiled Prawns, or Prawns Tartare • Sea Frisella • Water (0.5 liter) • Wine • Fruit Juice • Biodegradable Cutlery Vegeterian Burger menu • Vegetarian Burger • Sea Frisella • Water (0.5 liter) • Wine • Fruit Juice • Biodegradable Cutlery

Rome: Private E-Bike Tour with Local Food

10. Rome: Private E-Bike Tour with Local Food

Begin the adventure in the morning close to St. Maria Maggiore where you will meet your guide. Sit down and enjoy breakfast together where you will have the opportunity to choose the places you want to explore and the route you'd like to take. Head out on your e-bike and pedal up to the top of the Aventino or of the Campidoglio hill to admire the most striking panoramas of the city. Explore neighborhoods like Trastevere, Testaccio, or Monti as you learn about the history and culture of Rome from your expert local guide. See popular landmarks like the Colosseo, Trevi Fountain, and Borghese Gardens then stop for some amazing Italian food to refuel after an incredible morning discovering Rome on a comfortable e-bike.

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What people are saying about Borghese Gardens

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Amazing tour, amazing tour guide and amazing art! Galleria Borghese is wonderful inside, very much decorated with beautiful and world known sculptures and paintings. Our tour guide Francesca was absolutely fantastic! Her knowledge and the way she presented everything with all the details was astonishing! Thanks to her I look at the sculptures from different perspective now. I would like also to add that her English and accent are excellent! Thank you

EXCELLENT! Masterpieces all over, many rooms all filled with valuable and special pieces of artwork. Limited time of 2 hours is a good way to control the flow and accumulation of persons, but IMPOSSIBLE to see and explain all. Tour guide very competent and committed, we enjoyed the show! Highly recommended.

If you visit the Borghese Gallery for the first time, than do it with a guide. Renata was an excellent (art) history teller and gave us very precious information concerning the art style, materials, life stories of the artists etc.

Relaxed Tour with a very likeable guide with a huge knowledge about history, culture, arts... - a perfect closure of our visite in Rome (Espresso included)

We’ll-organised, knowledgeable and enthusiastic guide, small grouo