--- title: Borghese Gallery Small-Group Tour with Canova's Masterpieces lang: en type: tour city: Rome country: Italy price: 64 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.66 reviews: 169 duration_minutes: 90 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" schedule_checked: 2026-09-26 data_updated: 2026-10-12 canonical: https://guidekin.com/italy/rome/tours/borghese-gallery-small-group-tour-with-canova-s-masterpieces/ --- # Borghese Gallery Small-Group Tour with Canova's Masterpieces **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. ## Overview 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. ## Before you book - Meeting point: Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the… - Entry ticket included: skip the ticket desk - Group size varies by option: small group from €84 · private from €195 - 5 start times: between 11:45 and 17:30 - Wheelchair accessible: operator-marked - Children from €79: ages 2 to 14 **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €64 per person for the Small Group Tour option; other options up to €195 - Duration: 1h 30m - Rating: 4.66/5 from 169 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Walks - Italy & Spain - Group: Group size varies by option: small group from €84 · private from €195 - Guide languages: English - Tickets: Admission included - Start times: 11:45, 12:45, 13:45, 15:45, 17:30 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-09-26 ## Reviews 4.66 from 169 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 91% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 153 of 169. - 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 (2019-03-26 to 2026-06-11); last checked 2026-10-03. ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | Small Group Tour | €84 / person | English | - | | Private Tour | €195 / person (for 2+ people) | English | 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 | ## What's 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 ## Not included - Gratuities - Hotel Pick-Up/Drop-Off ## Itinerary 1. **Galleria Borghese** (1h 30m; admission included) - 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... ## Schedule - Runs: Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun - Departures: 11:45, 12:45, 13:45, 15:45, 17:30 - Schedule last checked: 2026-09-26 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point 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. Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJq-bXVgRhLxMRv3vgOXaktBs Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Wheelchair accessible - Public transportation options are available nearby - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - 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. - This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty. - Please note: This tour offers multiple options. Take a moment to choose the one that best suits your interests. ## More in Rome - All Rome tours: https://guidekin.com/italy/rome/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/italy/rome/tours/borghese-gallery-small-group-tour-with-canova-s-masterpieces/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/italy/rome/?format=md