Book Borghese Gallery Tickets & Tours

• Bypass ticketing queues and get more time to explore one of Rome's most prestigious art galleries, Borghese Gallery, on a guided tour.
• Start this English-guided tour to learn fascinating facts about masterpieces by artists such as Bernini, Caravaggio, Raphael, and Titian.
• With personal attention on this small-group guided tour, accommodating only 10 people, gain deeper insight into the collections at the museum.
• Admire Bernini’s legendary sculpture of 'Apollo and Daphne' and feel the energy of "David," which tells tales of passion, mythology, and creativity.
• Stroll through the lush landscapes of the Villa Borghese gardens, see its fountains, and enjoy your view of Rome.

Inclusions

• Access to the Borghese Gallery
• Art historian guide
• Visit to the Villa Borghese Gardens
• English, Italian, Spanish, and French-speaking guide (as per option selected)
• Headsets

• Tip: Don't forget to explore the thematic Giardino Segreto (Secret Garden) while at the Borghese Gardens.
• Bring along a pair of comfortable shoes.
• This experience is accessible by prams/strollers.
• A paying adult must accompany minors under 18 years of age.
• This experience is not accessible by wheelchair.
• Large backpacks and bags must be checked in.
• This tour does not operate on Mondays.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

• Explore Rome's legendary attraction, the Borghese Gallery and admire the
  art collections by Caravaggio, Raphael, Titian, Bernini, and Canova.
• 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 its verdant gardens, walking paths and scenic views.

Inclusions

• Access to Borghese Gallery
• Entry to Palazzo Barberini and Corsini (optional)
• Hosted entry (optional)
• Skip-the-line entry (optional)
• Audio guides (optional)

• Tip: The gallery's masterpieces are accompanied by descriptions that can help you gain a deeper understanding of their significant history.
• Facilities: Wheelchair Accessibility, Cloakroom.
• 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 persons with a disability 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.
• The experience is restricted for minor guests if they aren't accompanied by an adult.
• Note that the following are not allowed inside the museum: food and beverages, cameras, animals.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

• With this cost-saving combo, explore 17th-century Roman art at Borghese Gallery and enjoy a 30-minute golf cart tour of Villa Borghese Gardens.
• For added insight, learn about the sculptures and paintings, including Pauline Bonaparte and Apollo and Daphne, from an English or Spanish-speaking guide.
• Don't miss out on Caravaggio's iconic paintings, including his self-portrait, David and Goliath, and depiction of the Virgin Mary and her child.
• Hop on a golf cart and tour the Villa Borghese gardens, stopping by its ponds, streams, the famous 19th-century water clock, and English-styled structures.
• Enjoy stunning views of Rome from the Pincio Terrace and take a moment to marvel at the pink-granite Antinous Obelisk, which features a star on top.

Inclusions

Borghese Gallery

• Entry to Borghese Gallery
• English/Spanish-speaking guide (as per option selected)

Villa Borghese Golf Cart Tour

• 30-minute golf cart tour of Villa Borghese gardens

Exclusions

Villa Borghese Golf Cart Tour

• Access to gallery and museum
• Audio guide

Borghese Gallery

• Tip: Don't miss Raphael's Lady with a Unicorn. Observe how the missing wedding ring on her finger adds intrigue to her enigmatic portrayal.
• Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.
• Strict dress code: The gallery mandates that everyone wear smart casuals to the venue.
• This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

Villa Borghese Golf Cart Tour

• Tip: Cap off your Villa Borghese tour visit with a stunning sunset at The Pincio Hill, offering panoramic views of Rome's iconic landmarks.
• This tour is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible. However, the grounds are not wheelchair accessible.
• Some areas of the gardens might have restrictions due to unexpected events or weather conditions.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

• With this cost-saving combo, gain access to Borghese Gallery and explore Rome with a 24,48 or 72-hour hop-on hop-off pass.
• See works such as "Boy with a Basket of Fruit" and "The Rape of Proserpina" at one of the most important private art collections.
• Marvel at Titian's "Sacred and Profane Love," featuring 2 women, one representing divine love and the other in earthly attire symbolizing profane love.
• With access to over 11 key stops at a frequency of 10 to 20 mins, explore sites like Largo Argentina, known for its archaeological significance to Caesar.
• Enjoy the convenience of a multilingual audio guide available in five languages, along with access to 4 self-guided walking tours accessible via an app.

Inclusions

Borghese Gallery

• Entry to the Borghese Gallery

Hop on hop off

• 24/48/72-hr hop-on hop-off tour
• Access to 8 stops across Rome
• Free Wi-Fi onboard
• Onboard audio guide in Italian, French, English, German, and Spanish
• Detailed route map
• 4 self-guided walking tours accessible via app

Red Route

• First bus: 8:30am from Termini Station.
• Last bus: at 7pm.
• Frequency: Approx every 10 to 20 mins.
• Popular stops: Vatican City, Spanish Steps.

Purple Route

• First bus: 9am from Termini Station.
• Last bus: 5pm.
• Frequency: Approx every 10 to 20 mins.
• Popular stops: Circus Maximus, Largo Argentina.

Please click here for the detailed route map and boarding points.

Borghese Gallery

• Tip: Relax at Villa Borghese Gardens, adjacent to the Borghese Gallery, offering a tranquil retreat with a sculpture garden featuring ancient Roman sculptures.
• Keep in mind that large bags, shopping bags, backpacks, and luggage are not allowed on this experience. Pack wisely! (Only small pouches and clutch-type bags no larger than 21 x 15 cm are permitted entry)

Hop on hop off

• Tip: Hop off at the Pantheon to explore St. Peter's Basilica, Vatican Museums, and Sistine Chapel, home to Michelangelo's masterpieces.
• This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
• The self-guided walking tours begin at stops 5, 6, and 8.
• Note that the Tri-Brand service is not subject to Big Bus Tours' control, and may differ to the bus frequency, tour duration, stop locations, and commentary.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.