- Galleria Borghese - Your private walking tour starts at the Galleria Borghese, the beautiful palace where Cardinal Scipione Borghese lived with his famous art collection in the heart of Rome’s most beautiful park, the Borghese Gardens. You will see Bernini’s famous statues of Apollo and Daphne, David, the Rape of Proserpine and Canova’s reclining nude of Paulina Borghese. Among the collection are many paintings by Raphael, Titian and Caravaggio.
After touring the gallery, you’ll take a walk through the gardens to reach Piazza del Popolo. Here you’ll tour the Church of Santa Maria del Popolo, with two of Caravaggio’s most famous compositions. You’ll be able to compare the order and harmony of Raphael’s Renaissance Chigi Chapel with the emotional and sensual strength of Caravaggio’s Baroque artworks.
This in-depth private tour of Rome’s Baroque art and architecture is hosted by a professional guide specializing in art history. Please list any special interests you have (art, architecture, history, culture) at the time of booking to alert your guide, so they can prepare for your private tour.
- Piazza del Popolo - The church of Santa Maria del Popolo is where the most famous two Caravaggio paintings are found; “The Cruxifiction of Saint Peter” and “the Conversion of Saint Paul”.
- Private tour
- Professional art historian guide
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
The Borghese Gallery possesses the most renowned art assembly in Rome.
Prominent artists such as Bernini, Raphael, Titian, and Caravaggio are displayed here. With the assistance of your guide, you’ll delve into the mysteries of Bernini’s sculptures, intricately crafted from marble to a luminous degree; explore the symbolism embedded in Titian’s paintings; comprehend the ingenious originality of Raphael’s layouts, and witness the poignant circumstances of Caravaggio’s lifetime exhibited through his creations. A trained art historian expert in the villa’s chronicles and artistic collections dating back to the 16th century, specifically those of Cardinal Scipione Borghese, will elucidate its magnificence. Appreciate numerous statues carved by Gian Lorenzo Bernini, comprising Apollo and Daphne, David and Proserpine, a Canova sculpture of Pauline Bonaparte, alongside works by Caravaggio, Titian, and Raphael. Upon exiting the gallery, you’ll traverse to Piazza del Popolo. Navigate within Santa Maria del Popolo to encounter two of Caravaggio’s esteemed pieces, the Crucifixion of St Peter and Conversion on the Way to Damascus. Experience this extraordinary tour.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
