Borghese Gallery Tickets + Audio Guide
Description
Experience the Borghese Gallery in Rome, home to world-renowned Renaissance and Baroque masterpieces. Book your tickets now and enjoy the stunning art collection amid the beautiful Villa Borghese gardens.
Why Visit the Borghese Gallery?
If you’re in Rome and love art, a visit to the Borghese Gallery is essential. This stunning museum, nestled within the beautiful Villa Borghese gardens, boasts a rich collection of masterpieces by some of Italy’s greatest artists. With the freedom to explore at your own pace, you can fully immerse yourself in the fascinating works on display.
At the Borghese Gallery, you’ll encounter some of Bernini’s most famous sculptures, including Apollo and Daphne, The Violation of Proserpina, and David. Additionally, you'll find remarkable paintings by Caravaggio, such as David with the Head of Goliath and Young Man with a Basket of Fruit, noted for their intense contrasts and emotional depth.
The gallery also features masterpieces by Titian, including the captivating Sacred and Profane Love, alongside works by Raphael, like Lady with the Unicorn. You'll encounter Rubens’ dramatic Susanna and the Elders, as well as exquisite sculptures by Canova, such as the stunning marble Venus Victrix.
In short, your visit to the Borghese Gallery promises a captivating journey through centuries of European art history, all set within the Villa Borghese gardens, one of Rome’s largest and most elegant parks. Visitors generally spend about two hours exploring the gallery.
Audio Guide
With the English audio guide included in your ticket, you can discover the stories behind the museum’s most important works and their creators. All you need is your phone and headphones to enjoy the commentary while exploring the Borghese Gallery.
HOW IT WORKS?
Upon booking, you will receive your tickets to the Borghese Gallery, which grants you access to the museum located in the Villa Borghese gardens. The gallery operates on a timed entry system, so please arrive at your scheduled time. The visit typically lasts around two hours, giving you ample opportunity to appreciate the works.
Included
- Entrance ticket to the Borghese Gallery
- English audio guide
Not Included
- Guided tour
- Food and beverages
Meeting Point
The meeting point is located at the entrance of the Borghese Gallery, within the grounds of the Villa Borghese. Ensure that you arrive a few minutes before your scheduled entry time.
What's included
- Admission to the Borghese Gallery
- Audio guide in English
- English–speaking assistant at the meeting point
Cancellation policy
Cancellazione gratuita fino a 24 ore prima (local time)
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible.
Important information
On the day of your visit, you will be able to enter the Borghese Gallery (Piazzale Scipione Borghese, 5, 00197 Roma RM, Italy) showing this ticket. We recommend arriving 10 to 15 minutes in advance.
Audio Guide
You’ll meet the assistant who will give you the audio guide right in front of the Borghese Gallery. Facing the Galleria Borghese square, look for the drinking fountain known as “La Fontana dei Mascheroni” — that’s where your assistant will be waiting. You’ll easily recognize them by their purple T-shirt with the “Crown Tours” logo.
You can see the exact location to redeem the audio guide in this Google Maps link.
Please note that if you arrive late, we cannot guarantee your access to the gallery, as entry is designated to strict timeframes.
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