2 hour(s)
English
Included
Explore Galleria Borghese with a family-friendly guide
See masterpieces by Bernini, Canova, and Renaissance painters
Discover antique Roman mosaics and Baroque sculptures
Enjoy interactive storytelling and art activities for children
€ 11
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The Galleria Borghese tour with Kids Tours of Rome offers a perfect 2-hour experience to introduce children to the fascinating world of art without the crowds often found at the Vatican Museums. This family-friendly tour allows you to explore the former country home of Cardinal Scipione Caffarelli Borghese, nephew of Pope Paolo V, while viewing masterpieces from the Renaissance and Baroque periods. Your family will discover an impressive collection of sculptures by Bernini and Canova, exquisite paintings, antique Roman mosaics, and other treasures, all displayed in beautifully painted villas that showcase the grandeur of the gallery and its historic significance.
After exploring the artworks inside Galleria Borghese, your family can enjoy a leisurely walk in the nearby Borghese Gardens, a serene oasis away from the bustling streets of central Rome. The gardens offer plenty of space for children to play and for the whole family to relax, while other nearby activities can easily be incorporated into your day. This tour provides not only an educational introduction to some of Rome’s finest art but also a memorable family experience in the heart of the Eternal City.
Galleria Borghese tour with Kids Tours of Rome
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Bottled water
Suitable for children of all ages
Comfortable walking shoes recommended
Children must be accompanied by an adult
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The gallery was the home of the Borghese family who over a few hundred years made it the most sumptuously decorated palatial home. The ceilings have so many paintings and decoration the walls have beautiful tromp loi paintings hung with fabulous works by Titian, Rubens, Carravagio, Botticelli and many more. On the floor are original roman mosaics and in each of the ground floor rooms there are huge spectacular Bernini sculptures. We turned up with no tickets and waited 30 mins for a standby ticket. They let people in on each hour and usually have about 13 standby tickets available I think you are encouraged to leave after 2 hours. It's well worth it, book in advance if you can.
Stunning museum. A lot of amazing art pieces and the rooms where each art is located is are stunning in itself. One should really buy tickets in advance and if you have any passing interest in art, I recommend not buying the Intero speciale ticket (12 euros) because 17:45 to 19:00 is really too short if you also buy the audio guide and use that to go through your way in the museums (5 euros). This is not a criticism but rather just a remark for "early-bird" visitors - unlike museums such as the Capitoline Museums, they are strict with entry times. If the entry indicated in the ticket is 17:45, the earliest they will let people in is at 17:40. Minus one star because for me, I found the rooms indicated in the card hanging with the audio guide confusing. Visit the souvenir shop because they have amazing items. One can even buy big pictures of the Bernini sculptures featured in this museum in black backdrop - iconic and really classy to hang in rooms. Overall, truly a treat for the eyes.
Beautiful collection in the Galleria. Our tour guide was excellent. We only got 2 hours to enjoy but getting maybe 30 more minutes would be better, especially for the price. Beware the staircase is winding and tight when other groups are using it too. I needed a handrail on both sides. The lift has a wait. Enjoy the stories of the Borghese family!
Well worth the visit if you love art! 1h15min is perfect for a relaxed visit, unless you are a connoisseur who likes to take his time. Gorgeous statues, beautiful paintings, and magnificent ceilings. The cellar entry is very nice, too. And free storage of your coats and/or backpack. The park is quite nice, too. Ideally you visit by day so you can stroll the park in the sun, but tickets sell quickly. Pro tip: even if there's a sign saying tickets for the day are gone, they may still let you buy one. It wont work for big groups, but 1 or 2 people can be lucky.
Visiting the Borghese Gallery was an unforgettable experience, wonderful and truly extravagant. The collection features masterpieces by Bernini and Canova, along with an impressive range of paintings. What strikes you most is the overwhelming sense of opulence and richness, showcasing art at its very highest level—not only in Italy but anywhere in the world. We were simply in awe of the magnificence. One important tip: make sure to book your tickets at least a month in advance. Otherwise, you’ll miss the chance to visit this extraordinary gallery, and that would be such a shame.
