Group size varies by option: small group from €84 · private from €195
Guide languages
English
Start & pickup
11:45, 12:45, 13:45, 15:45, 17:30 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Tickets
Admission included
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take
A shorter Borghese Gallery visit with an art historian guide through twenty rooms of the villa, from Bernini's Apollo and Daphne and David to Canova's Pauline Bonaparte and two Caravaggios, in a small group or private, rated 4.66 across 169 reviews.
The all inclusive ticket and guide are included at €64 per person, tips are not. Runs in English.
2 options from the operator, described in its own words. Prices are the operator's from-prices per adult for a party of two. Click an option to book it on Viator. Guide languages on every option: English.
Option
What the operator says
From, per adult
Small Group TourThe page price
€84
Private Tour
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes: Explore the Borghese Gallery’s world-renowned masterpieces with a private guide and pre-reserved tickets for a seamless visit
€195 for 2+ people
Children from €79 (ages 2 to 14). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 26 September 2026.
Included and not included
Bernini’s "Apollo and Daphne"
Raphael’s "The Deposition"
Bernini’s "David"
All-inclusive ticket for Galleria Borghese
Antonio Canova’s "Pauline Bonaparte"
Caravaggio’s "David and Goliath"
Caravaggio’s "St. John The Baptist"
Expertly guided walking tour
Bernini’s "Rape of Proserpine"
Expert, English-Speaking guide
Gratuities
Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off
Reviews
4.7
169 ratings Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor
91% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 153 of 169
Star breakdown of all 169 ratings
5 stars
142 · 84%
4 stars
11 · 7%
3 stars
8 · 5%
2 stars
1 · 1%
1 star
7 · 4%
What reviewers say
Reviewers praise the guides' art insights and storytelling, but booking problems sometimes prevent the visit
Praised
Engaging art history explanations that make the collection easier to appreciate
Stories about the artists and Borghese family that put the works in context
Attention to artistic techniques and details visitors might miss on their own
Guides who welcome questions and involve visitors in discussing the art
Complaints
Cancellations or unavailable tickets, with refunds requiring follow up
Reports of late or absent guides and confusing meeting arrangements
Some praise the pacing, while others feel short of time to explore the collection
Some describe small groups, while others report groups larger than advertised
Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (26 March 2019 to 11 June 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 3 October 2026.
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Meeting point and route
Meeting point
Where
Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a green Walks sign. This tour meets at Galleria Borghese, Piazzale Scipione Borghese, 5, 00197 Roma, Italy. Meet outside at the double staircase directly in front of Galleria Borghese. · Open in Google Maps
Departure
11:45, 12:45, 13:45, 15:45, 17:30, daily except Mon; scheduled through November 2026 (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Return
This activity ends back at the meeting point
Pickup
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator
Walks - Italy & Spain; booking and payment are completed on Viator
Itinerary
1
Galleria Borghese
When you skip the line to step into the Borghese Gallery, the first thing to notice is the tranquility. Set in the former home of 17th-century cardinal Scipione Borghese, the gallery permits entrance only to a select number of visitors each day. Your pre-reserved passes give you a designated time slot for a look at this exclusive collection. Together with an expert art historian, you can see works by a number of renowned artists, such as Caravaggio's David and Goliath and St John the Baptist, Anthony Canova's Pauline Bonaparte, Raphael's The Deposition, and Gian Lorenzo Bernini's Apollo and Daphne, The Rape of Proserpina, and David. Many of the works were commissioned specifically for this space, and the collection offers one of the most incredible experiences for lovers of art in Rome.
1h 30m · Admission included
About this tour, from the operator
Explore the Villa Borghese's meticulously curated collection during this small-group tour in Rome. Stroll through twenty rooms of the 17th-century palace with an art historian guide. See breathtaking works by masters like Caravaggio, Bernini and Raphael, including Bernini's 'Apollo and Persephone' and Caravaggio's 'St John the Baptist'. Admire the villa's marble architecture and ceiling frescoes as you listen to engaging commentary from your guide. This small-group tour is limited to 15 people or less.
Walking, children and accessibility
The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.
Walking and health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair accessible
Public transportation options are available nearby
This tour is in English.
We are able to accomodate guests with mobility impairment or wheelcharis, please make sure to email our Guest Experience team at the time of your booking for proper arrangements.
Please note: This tour offers multiple options. Take a moment to choose the one that best suits your interests.
Good to know
Children from €79 ages 2 to 14
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.