Rome: Exclusive Borghese Gallery Experience
Recommended by 97% of travelers
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Rome, Italy
- 2 hours (approx.)
- Offered in: English
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Overview
The Galleria Borghese (Borghese Gallery) houses masterpieces by the likes of Bernini, Raphael, Titian, and Caravaggio. On this small-group guided tour, explore the gallery’s exhibitions while learning the influence the art has had on Roman culture over the centuries. Includes the chance to see the gallery’s special collections, an opportunity most tourists miss.
- Borghese Gallery guided walking tour
- Great for art lovers: See masterpieces from celebrated artists
- No hidden fees: Includes your entry ticket to the gallery
- Small-group tour: Lots of chances to ask your guide questions
Why Travelers Choose This Tour
A guide gives the background information on the artists and artwork that you’d miss on a solo adventure.
What's Included
- Licensed guide ( if the guided tour option is selected )
- Entrance ticket
- Borghese Gallery 2h Guided tour ( if the guided tour option is selected )
- Small group of only 15 visitors (if the guided tour option is selected)
- Pick-up
- Food and drinks
- Guide gratuity
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Piazzale del Museo Borghese, 00197 Roma RM, Italy
The meeting point is Piazzale del Museo Borghese, just outside the main entrance (small door) of Borghese Gallery. Reach it via Metro Line A to "Spagna" (20-min walk), bus (52, 53, 83, or 360), or taxi. Please arrive 15–20 minutes early to meet our coordinator holding a blue BIBBOTOURS flag.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Ticket Redemption Point
Piazzale del Museo Borghese, 00197 Roma RM, Italy
Itinerary
1
Galleria Borghese
2 hours • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- The Borghese Gallery is accessible to wheelchair visitors. The main entrance is equipped with a stairlift while the first floor, which houses the art gallery, has an elevator with limited space is available, but it is not suitable for large wheelchairs. To address this, the gallery provides wheelchairs compatible with the elevator, enabling visitors to access the upper floor. More comfortable wheelchairs are available on the first floor to continue the visit. As for strollers, the Borghese Gallery allows access to strollers for children up to two years old.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.9
based on 154 reviews
Regina_N, Jun 2026
Our guide, Mattia (?) was fantastic - great knowledge of history and art, told with a sense of humor and interesting facts. He managed to avoid colliding with other groups which helped the experience as well.
Elysa_D, Jun 2026
I booked a semi-private tour of the Borghese Gallery and it was fabulous. There were five of us. Our guide, Dimitri, is a tour guide with Your Local X tour agency and he was wonderful. Dimitri was extremely knowledgeable about the art pieces in the Borghese. His vivid commentary brought Bernini and Caravaggio to life as well as many of the other artists presented there. It was such a pleasure to tour with him! The Borghese Gallery is a very special place.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted you enjoyed your visit to the Borghese Gallery, and we'll be sure to share your kind words with Dimitri—he'll be thrilled to know his passion for Bernini and Caravaggio helped bring the collection to life for you!
Erika_P, Jun 2026
Our guide brought all the artwork to life, showing us how to appreciate it from historical and composition perspectives. My 16-yo son left the tour with a profound appreciation for the sculptures of Bernini, especially.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear the tour inspired such a strong appreciation for Bernini’s masterpieces and made the art come alive for your family
Marie_B, May 2026
First make advance reservations. We would recommend using a guide because there is so much art and sculptures to see. This is a must place to visit. Ed our guide truly made this a great great experience. Took over 100 pictures there alone.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted that Eddy helped make your visit such a memorable experience, and we're glad you enjoyed discovering the incredible art and sculptures along the way!
Martin_G, May 2026
Wonderful small group (15 Pax) guided tour. Our tour guide Eddy was great, he gave extremely good explanations with a good sense of humour. No question remained unanswered. The guide and the coordinator were easy to find just 10 meters away from the museum entrance. Overall great experience.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you so much for your lovely review! We’re delighted you had a great experience with Eddy and truly appreciate your kind words about the tour and organization :)
Kim_K, May 2026
We went on the two-hour tour of the Borghese Gallery with Eddie as our guide. After two weeks in Italy and multiple tours, Eddie was the best guide out of everyone. His enthusiasm, humor, and story-telling put him at the top of the list for us. We learned so much at the Borghese with Eddie, but in a fun and efficient way. We didn't feel bogged down by details or exhausted by two hours of instruction. Eddie's approach made all the difference for us. Thank you!
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We’re thrilled to hear that Eddie made your Borghese Gallery tour both fun and memorable with his passion, humor, and storytelling.
Patt_T, May 2026
Eddy was great. Very knowledgeable and personable. Would highly recommend this tour to anyone traveling in Rome.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tour with Eddy, and we truly appreciate your recommendation. We hope to welcome you again in Rome in the future
Stephen_C, May 2026
Wow, we cannot shower enough praise on our guide Eddy! He was so knowledgeable, animated, interesting, and made all the history and art work literally come alive for us with his well thought out approach that included Greek and Roman mythology, history and anecdotal information about the artists Canaregio, Boticelli, Michelangelo; in the context of Renaissance and Baroque art periods. Unforgettable - thank you!!
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful words! We are truly happy to hear that Eddy made your experience so memorable and brought the history and art of Rome to life for you
Melanie_P, May 2026
Tour guide was really knowledgeable, it was a very intresting and nice museum. Sculptures were impressive and nice to see and learn about. Gave a great overview of the art.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you for your lovely review! We’re very happy to hear you enjoyed the museum, the sculptures, and our guide’s explanations. See you next time in Rome! 😊
Sudip_G, May 2026
Eddy was the best tour guide of all the tours we took in Rome. He made the gallery come alive with his stories and visual acting. We spent extra for the small group and it was worth it. I learned so much and it made understanding the other artworks easier to understand in other parts of Rome. My wife is an Art historian and she loved the tour and Eddy’s performances. Just wished the gallery would let us explore on our own afterwards. Highest recommendation!! You will not regret it!
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful words!
Filomena_G, May 2026
Great amount of detail and stories about the museum and the artwork. It felt more personal than viewing on my own.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re very happy to hear that the tour made the museum and artwork feel more personal and engaging for you.
Kim_B, May 2026
The artwork in the Borgese Gallery is amazing. It rivals the best galleries of the world! The small size makes the experience comfortable and convenient. Our guide Stephen (spelling is a guess) was absolutely amazing. He was incredibly knowledgeable. I’ve done lots of guided tours and Stephen was top notch, one of the best I’ve ever had. We only booked this tour because the cheap tickets one can buy without a guide where impossible to get from a computer in the USA. The IT government website would not work for us. It’s a good thing we had to purchase this guided experience because the information really brought the museum to life! This is a wonderful tour and a must do activity.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted you enjoyed the Borghese Gallery and Stefano’s guidance — warm regards from Rome!
Elizabeth_C, May 2026
A not to be missed tour. The recollections were amazing of course. It was a real treat to admire so many masterpieces under one roof. Eddy, our guide, was simply a jewel! His knowledge of art, the artists, the art history were the best I have ever come across. He was full of enthusiasm. The entire experience was remarkable. I walked away with in exultation!
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you so much for this wonderful review! We’re truly happy to hear how much you enjoyed the experience and Eddy’s passion and knowledge.
Your kind words mean a lot to us, and we’ll be sure to share them with him 😊
Christopher_P, May 2026
This was an amazing tour. Riccardo was fascinating and so knowledgeable. Beyond only explaining the artwork he also educated us about the development of art and provided guidance that helped us to appreciate future exhibits also. I wish I had done a tour with him earlier in my trip. The museum is beautiful, and holds some truly stunning artwork. I wish only that the museum allowed a visit of more than 2 hours, I could have stayed much longer.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you very much for your wonderful review. We are delighted to hear that Riccardo made the experience so enriching and memorable, enhancing your appreciation of art :)
Anna_G, May 2026
Well organized tour. Knowledgeable guide. No wait in line. The guide also adjusted the path based on the crowds. It’s very helpful for us to understand and appreciate key pieces of arts.
Response from Host, May 2026
We’re so pleased you enjoyed the tour! It’s great to hear that the smooth organization, skip-the-line access, and the guide’s flexibility helped make the experience both insightful and enjoyable :)
Leigh_B, May 2026
Meeting the guide was easy and as described, we were running a bit close to the wire arriving and were able to communicate with the guide. Valera was a very good guide. The guide’s talking points were long histories of the museum’s most famous works, very little was said about anything else, so you may want to do your own research in advance if you want to appreciate the other works. All in all, a nice tour focusing on the greatest hits if that’s what you’re interested in, maybe find another one if you would like a tour that covers more artworks.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you very much for the kind review. So glad you enjoyed your time at the Borghese Gallery! See you next time! :)
Kerry_M, Apr 2026
Our tour day began with a ‘hiccup’…with road construction and pauses in traffic for police escorts, we were running late to meet our tour group!!! I contacted our guide about our dilemma and ask if we could join them at a later time.
This tour company went the extra mile…spoke with our taxi driver about the best/closest drop-off, met us at the car, escorted us into the Borghese Gallery, secured an elevator ride for my 92 year old mother (and me) to join our group as quickly as possible…wow…big thank you!!!
And then, our tour guide was fabulous!!!
Thank you🌸Thank you🌸Thank you🌸
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you so much for your kind words—we’re truly glad everything worked out and that you had such a wonderful experience with our team! See you next time in Rome :)
Frank_Y, Apr 2026
Our guide Clarissa and her associate Francesco were both extremely friendly, knowledgeable and eager to educate us on all the glorious art of Bernini in the Borghasa Galleria. Every room and its display placed us in the history of this family and their pursuit of a near perfect collection.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you for your kind words—we’re delighted you enjoyed the Borghese Gallery with Clarissa and Francesco! See you next time 😊
Hannah_H, Apr 2026
Our tour-guide Dimitri was very knowledgeable and friendly, and spoke passionately about the pieces on display. He made the experience a surprise highlight of our Rome trip! The gallery itself was absolutely stunning and a must-see.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We’re thrilled to hear that Dimitri’s passion and knowledge made your visit so special—turning it into a true highlight of your time in Rome. We hope to welcome you again for another unforgettable experience 😊
Kristin_K, Apr 2026
Great communication before tour and meeting point well-marked and easy to find. Dimitri, our guide was extremely knowledgeable and enthusiastic—his love for the works was contagious. Museum is gorgeous and because attendance is controlled, we were able to see the works up close and were not rushed. They are serious about the two hour time limit in the museum but it is ample time to view the works. One of the best tours/museum experiences I have had. Thank you!
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you for your wonderful feedback—we’re delighted you enjoyed the tour with Dimitri, and we hope to welcome you again soon in Rome!
ChengNi_F, Apr 2026
Really enjoy the whole experience, Christina is very knowledgeable tour guide explained well on art collection and sculpture. Highly recommended.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you for your kind words! We’re delighted you enjoyed the experience and truly appreciate your recommendation :)
Arthur_K, Apr 2026
This tour guide was fabulous. He told me this era of artist is his passion. I believe that. So very knowledgeable and joyful, beyond what regular people could learn. He made this a very special tour.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Dear , thank you for your kind words — we’re delighted you enjoyed such a passionate and memorable experience!
Iggy_D, Apr 2026
Clarissa was an excellent guide. Very experienced and knowledgeable, excellent English, lots of opportunity for questions, flawless entry into the gallery. Highly recommend.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you for sharing your experience with us.
We’re really pleased to hear how much you appreciated your time with Clarissa. Her clarity, depth of knowledge, and ability to create a smooth and engaging visit are exactly what we aim to offer every guest.
It’s especially nice to know that you felt comfortable asking questions and could fully enjoy the gallery without any stress.
We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you again for another experience in Rome.
Inas_A, Mar 2026
I absolutely loved this guided tour highlighting some of the major artwork here. Absolutely stunning and was my favorite place to visit in Rome! Highly recommend.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you so much for your kind words!
We’re truly happy to hear that this was your favorite place to visit in Rome and that you enjoyed the tour and its highlights. It means a lot to know the experience left such a strong impression.
Thank you as well for your recommendation—we really appreciate it!
We hope to welcome you again soon for another memorable experience.
Francine_E, Nov 2025
Wow, what a place! And what a wonderful Tour Guide and experience. Our Tour Guide Dimitri made the awe inspiring beauty of the Gallery come to life. He explained the art with passion and excellence. He loves what he does and that emotion translates to and exceptional experience for you. Don’t miss this tour and ask for Dimitri. He will provide you memories for a lifetime.
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Thank you for such a heartfelt review. It’s a pleasure to hear how Dimitri’s passion and expertise brought the Gallery to life and transformed the visit into such a memorable experience.
When a guide truly loves what they do, it makes all the difference, and we’re glad that enthusiasm translated into lasting memories for you. Thank you for your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you back to Rome for another exceptional tour in the future.
Julia_B, Nov 2025
Nice tour, but a bit overpriced I think. Too many stereotype jokes...
I don't know what else to say....
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Thank you for your honest feedback. Your comments help us improve our service and ensure a better experience for future guests.
Sara_A, Oct 2025
An early tour is best. It gets crazy after 11. We had a 9am tour. Everything was so easy, checking in and going inside. It’s an amazing museum. We are so glad we did it with our tour guide. She was so knowledgeable. Her explanations were focused and concise. We would not have known where to begin had we done this on our own. This is the first time we do a tour with the microphone and head set. The technology worked great. But more than anything, we loved our guide.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Thank you for your kind words Sara. We’re delighted you enjoyed the early tour and that everything — from check-in to the headset system — went smoothly. Most of all, we’re thrilled to hear how much you appreciated your guide!
tiffany_s, Oct 2025
Our guide Eddie was great and very knowledgeable, who is truly patient about Italian art and history. Highly recommend this tour.
Taylor_O, Oct 2025
Dimitri was an excellent guide. The time is enough to see everything and it is worth it. Five stars.
Dennis_N, Oct 2025
Amazing exhibits. Sculptures have always fascinated me and this museum has a phenomenal collection. Guide was very knowledgeable and spoke excellentvEnglish.
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