Villa Borghese tours, things to do and tickets

Appreciate art like a collector with a visit to the Borghese Gallery and Gardens. Carefully controlled entry means that unlike the nearby Vatican Museums, this collection of masterpieces is never crowded. The gallery includes pieces by Raphael and Bernini, and the tour includes the Borghese Gardens: a peaceful oasis amid the chaos of the capital.

Visit the Borghese Gallery and discover masterpieces of art inside the former Villa Borghese Pinciana. Marvel at some of the most important paintings by Caravaggio and more.

Appreciate art like a collector with a fully guided tour of the Borghese Gallery and Gardens in Rome. With controlled entry, relish a collection of masterpieces in an uncrowded, serene environment.

Enjoy the Borghese Gallery and Villa Borghese Gardens in Rome with skip-the-line admission and a guided walking tour limited to 15 people.

This popular attraction often sells out in advance, so by pre-booking a ticket, visit one of the world’s most beautiful art museums hosting the works of extraordinary artists. Admire Caravaggio’s most important paintings, among which “Young sick Bacchus” and “Boy with a Basket of Fruit”; Bernini and Canova’s magnificent sculptures’ collection, boasting works like “Apollo and Daphne”, “David”, “The Rape of Proserpina” and “Paolina Bonaparte”. Of course the tour won’t miss out on Raffaello’s “Entombment of Christ”. The guide will lead the tour through the marvelous rooms of Casina Borghese, with its splendid frescoes, disclose the secrets, the stories and the painting techniques concealed behind the masterpieces of one of the world’s most beautiful art museum.

Villa Borghese gardens and gallery, you cannot miss it when you visit Rome.

With this pre-booked Borghese Gallery ticket, you can visit one of Rome’s top art attractions without waiting in the admission queue. (Tickets often sell out a month in advance!) Housed inside Villa Borghese, the gallery is home to a renowned collection of artwork including paintings by Caravaggio and Raphael and sculptures by Bernini. When booking, select admission only to explore the gallery independently, or choose the upgrade option for a guided tour.

Experience the Borghese Gallery at your own pace, one of the most beautiful and famed art museums in the world, without having to wait in line at the ticket office. Observe masterpieces by Bernini, Caravaggio, Canova and Raffaello.

Join me touring the center of Rome in an Electrical golf cart, a way to explore the main touristic attractions and the hidden gems of the eternal that Only real locals know, togheter with Adriano a real Roman,an art major, photography and history lover. We Will start from piazza del Popolo the old city entrance we Will drive up to the vatican city and the Castel sant'angelo, After we Will Explore the reinassance neigborhood going to the Navona Square. We Will see the pantheon and the most famous fountain in the world "the trevi fountain" after tossing the coin we Will climb up to the spanish steps to see an above view of the city from the pincio's balcony in Villa borghese.. after we will cross the entire city center to get on the ancient Roma side to see the Colosseum,the Forums and the Circus maximus..

Discover Rome in a different, eco-friendly and enjoyable way! 

Explore the wonders of Rome on a Segway, accompanied by an experienced, professional, private tour guide.

Discover the magnificent ancient monuments of the third largest park in Rome

Visit the City Centre on a speedy, convenient and eco-friendly means of transport.

These are the advantages of taking a segway tour:
• Move around the city quickly and conveniently
• See the famous sights of the Eternal City from a new perspective
• Explore the city with zero environmental impact –Segway is a totally eco-friendly vehicle!
• Discover parts of the city that you won’t see on an ordinary tour itinerary
• Reliable, fully-trained, expert guides to show you all the secrets of RomeChoose from a wide range of tour options, which vary in terms of itinerary and duration.

Join us for an exclusive, complete and safety-conscious tour of Rome by quality Cannondale E-Bike! Anti-puncture tires and comfortable saddles included on our smooth 2023 E-Bike models.

Discover Rome at your own pace, and soak in your guide's undivided attention, as you follow a proposed itinerary that combines top sights with lesser-known corners, gardens (such as Villa Borghese) and alleyways - for an engaging and active way to enjoy the best of the Eternal City. With a knowledgeable guide, you’ll cycle past ancient landmarks like the Pantheon, admire chic shopping streets, check out bustling squares like Piazza Navona and see beautiful churches.

Note: when booking, please insert the number and age of any children in the field Special Requirements, in order that we adequately prepare for your tour.

VERY IMPORTANT: you need experience driving two-wheel vehicles.

It is now possible thanks to our staff who has the pleasure to accompany you to discover the eternal city on two wheels, the best way to discover the most picturesque corners of the city, streets, historical center, monuments, squares and famous places like the Colosseum, the Circus Maximus, Trastevere, San Pietro, Gianicolo, Villa Borghese, Piazza Navona, Piazza di Spagna.

The rental requires a driving experience as well as a valid driving license.

Cross the heart of Rome with your scooter, without worrying about parking, crowded public transport or expensive taxis. The scooter offers a panoramic way to travel throughout Rome quickly.

The friendly rental staff can recommend itineraries for your exploration of the Vespa of the Eternal City.

Foxtrail is an experience for families, companies and groups of friends of all ages. It is played in teams, consisting of a minimum of 2 people to a maximum of 6, who must be able to decipher and solve the hidden clues along the urban path! To experience this adventure, you don't need an app, but acute eyesight, trained hearing and all the other senses.

Explore the magnificent Borghese Gallery and Gardens on  this small-group (maximum of 6) tour. Visit the Villa Borghese Pinciana, home to the Borghese Gallery and its collection of  masterpieces by such artists as Bernini, Caravaggio, Canova, and Raphael. Your expert guide will provide you with interesting facts, secret stories, and anecdotes. Hear about the artists, their patrons, and their artwork. Stroll through the Borghese Gardens (self-guided) with is lush landscape and beautiful fountains following the museum.

IMPORTANT - From March 29th to June 30th, 2024 Borghese Gallery's 2nd floor is under restoration and can't be visited.

Let’s start with the iconic monument of Rome, the Colosseum, and it’s fantastic history!!!

Then, we can admire a sublime viewpoint of the Palatine Hill and the Circus Maximus, the biggest roman stadium ever made.

Pedal up to the top of the Aventine hill where you will see one of the most striking panoramas of the city in the Orange Garden, a quiet and romantic park with a surprise to discover!!!

Your guide will bring you through the streets of the typical neighborhoods of Rome, like Trastevere, to let you taste 3 different roman specialities.

Many other surprises are waiting for you at every street corner until reaching the stunning Monument to Vittorio Emanuele II in Piazza Venezia, let’s fall in love!!!

Discover the renowned Borghese Gallery in Rome with skip-the-line tickets, allowing you to bypass long queues and fully immerse yourself in the artistic treasures it houses.
Marvel at masterpieces by illustrious artists such as Caravaggio, with his dramatic use of light and shadow, and Bernini, whose sculptures exude lifelike detail and emotion.
After your gallery visit, enjoy a leisurely ride in a golf cart around the picturesque Villa Borghese Park. This expansive green space offers stunning landscapes, tranquil lakes, and captivating views of the city, providing a perfect complement to your cultural experience.

Uncover the splendor of Rome's Villa Borghese as you sit back on a golf cart. Discover the exquisite mixture of local nature and Italian art on a guided tour of this ancient architectural masterpiece.

Enjoy the Borghese Gallery in a guided tour!

The art collection of the noble Borghese family soon became too big for a single home, so it was moved into the Borghese Gallery: a separate building in the famous Villa Borghese park.

Your guide will tell you all the stories, the anecdotes and the secrets!

To appreciate the masterpieces of the Borghese Gallery even more, join the VIP group of max 6 people. Your expert guide will take care of the small group, guiding you through the history and culture.

Appointment at 2.30 pm. for the Tour.

The meeting place is in Piazza Scipione Borghese n.5 Villa Borghese, Rome Italy.

First point of interest of the Tour: Sea Horse Fountain, here you will get the materials for painting and for the first lesson.

Second point of interest of the Tour: Temple of Diana, second lesson and stop for painting.
From here you can see the Casina di Raffaello and the Piazza di Siena.

Third point of interest of the Tour: Garden with the lake and Temple of Asclepius.
Third lesson and third stop for painting.
Each stop will be 45 minutes.

Indications and suggestions will be given on how to portray the subjects and how to use watercolours, especially for beginners.

Watercolor Tour Villa Borghese in Rome is unique and original.

Duration of the Villa Borghese Rome Tour is 2 and 1/2 hours, 150 minutes.

I am Guido Sistopaoli and I have been making watercolors for over 35 years and I make all my experience in this field available to travellers.

If you are looking for what to see in Rome, you cannot miss Villa Borghese, the park most loved by the Romans and one of the most beautiful and important places to visit in Rome.
Villa Borghese is a unique experience that allows you to discover the historical and artistic heritage, the nature and the panoramic beauty of the green heart of the city. Villa Borghese is not only art, it is also nature.
The park covers eighty hectares and offers visitors the opportunity to walk among gardens, fountains and monuments, immersed in an atmosphere of peace and tranquility. Among the attractions not to be missed, there are the Temple of Esculapius, the Garden of the Lake, the Terrace of the Pincio, from which you can enjoy a breathtaking view of the city, and the Water Clock.
Live an ecological and fun adventure in the green lung of Rome, you will be able to explore the park with an expert and friendly guide, who will tell you the stories and curiosities of this enchanting place.

Golf Cart Tour is a unique experience. You’ll see classical monuments, town squares, and fountains the way they’re meant to be seen. We’ll introduce you to colourful side streets and more.
We stop at each location so you can take in its beauty, walk in the buildings, and explore the area, instead of going through the main streets where there’s traffic, noise, fumes, and other tourists. We will drive on the quaint back streets to get to the main attractions.

The wonderful villas of Rome are not just parks; in fact, with this tour, you will be surrounded by nature and many ancient works. Get ready for a journey through time to discover the many facets of these pearls, loved by Romans and tourists of all ages.

Your knowledgeable and friendly local guide will take you on an unforgettable journey through streets and alleys that are difficult to access by car. Pedal at your own pace while you discover all the "secrets" hidden by Villa Borghese and Villa Ada, combining nature, art, and history.

You can choose to take the tour with the "Villas of Rome with Coppedè" option, and be enchanted by Coppedè district; or include the visit with audio guide inside the Catacombs of the Capuchin Friars, by selecting the "Villas of Rome with catacombs" option.
It is important to know that to reach Coppedè district you will not ride on cycle paths but on roads open to car traffic. Participants must be confident with riding on open car traffic streets.