Explore the outstanding art collection of Galleria Borghese on a guided tour of its masterpieces. Located within the beautiful park of Villa Borghese, this treasure trove of a museum contains an extraordinary art collection that includes the likes of Bernini, Caravaggio, Titian, Raphael, and Rubens.
Admire the collection of art by seventeenth-century Cardinal Scipione Borghese, one of the most prominent patrons of Bernini and Caravaggio. Feast your eyes on major Renaissance and Baroque masterpieces, such as ‘Apollo and Daphne’, ‘Sacred and Profane Love’ and ‘David with the Head of Goliath’. Learn from your guide about their significance, and Scipione Borghese’s controversial methods for gathering the masterpieces.
Admire the seventeenth-century villa, which is in itself a stunning feat of architecture and design. Once the residency of the noble Borghese family, marvel at the exquisite marble floors and adorned ceilings, which create an exceptional backdrop for the paintings and sculptures.
Galleria Borghese is simultaneously one of Rome’s best museums and one of the least crowded, making it the perfect destination for any trip. Booking is essential, as only a small number of visitors are allowed inside the gallery at any one time. This creates an exclusive and intimate experience between viewers and the art for a truly special experience of the gallery.