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Borghese Gallery Tickets 2026 - Prices and Visitor Guide
Quick Information
- Borghese Gallery Address: Villa Borghese, Piazzale Scipione Borghese, 5, 00197, Roma, Italy
- Opening Hours: 09:00 - 19:00
- Timed Entry: Tickets allow entry for a 2 hour period with a mandatory exit time
- Visit Time: Visitors are allowed a 2 hour time slot.
What is the Borghese Gallery?
- The Borghese Gallery, also known as Galleria Borghese, offers one of the most intimate museum experiences in Rome, allowing visitors to admire art and sculptures from just a few feet away inside an elegant 17th-century villa.
- Book Borghese Gallery tickets online to visit one of Rome’s most famous art museums.
- The gallery is home to masterpieces by Bernini, Caravaggio, Raphael and Canova.
- Located inside the historic Villa Borghese gardens, booking in advance is strongly recommended due to its popularity.
Is The Borghese Gallery Worth Visiting?
For art lovers, absolutely. The Borghese Gallery is a must-see.
- Visitors can also explore the beautiful Villa Borghese Gardens surrounding the gallery, which are especially atmospheric at sunset.
- Inside the gallery, visitors can admire Bernini’s world-famous sculptures alongside Renaissance and Baroque masterpieces by Caravaggio, Raphael and Titian.
- The gallery also offers a quieter and more intimate experience compared to the Vatican Museums.
Best Time To Visit Borghese Gallery
The gallery operates on a strict timed-entry system, so book in advance to try and secure your preferred time slot:
- Morning entry slots are usually the quietest and offer a more relaxed viewing experience
- Weekdays are generally best
- Summer periods are busiest
- Spring and autumn are also ideal
What Visitors Can See At The Borghese Gallery
- Bernini sculptures including Apollo and Daphne and David
- Caravaggio masterpieces
- Raphael paintings
- Canova's Venus Victrix
- Ornate frescoed rooms
- Mosaics and Roman antiquities
Borghese Gallery Ticket Options
This is the most popular ticket and includes:
- Timed entry to the gallery
Best option if you would like to learn more about the art and includes:
- Reserved entry to gallery
- Live guided tour
- Headset to hear the guide
- Max group size 15
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About The Borghese Gallery
The gallery is in the former 'Villa Borghese Pinciana', an incredible 17th century villa commissioned by Cardinal Scipione Borghese, the nephew of Pope Paul V.
The Borghese family owned the property until 1902 when the Italian government acquired it and turned it into a public museum.
The gallery is one of Rome's most popular attractions and is home to the former private art collection of the Borghese family, one of the largest private collections in the world.
The collection includes paintings, sculptures, and antiques including ancient Roman pieces, Renaissance pieces and Baroque art.
Famous Masterpieces Include:
- Saint Jerome Writing by Caravaggio
- Deposition of Christ by Raphael
- Sacred and Profane Love by Titian
- David and Apollo and Daphne by Bernini
- The Rape of Proserpina by Bernini
- Venus Victrix by Canova, the semi-nude sculpture of Pauline Bonaparte as Venus Victrix.
Visitors can also enjoy an impressive collection of ancient mosaics, frescoes and decorative arts which were curated by the Borghese family, a wealthy and noble family that moved to Rome in the 16th century.
The collection became so large that it was moved into Villa Borghese Pinciana and it eventually became the public museum now known as Galleria Borghese.
The gallery is surrounded by the beautiful estate and it's common to visit the gallery and then enjoy a peaceful walk around the gardens.
Highlights include:
Bernini sculptures:
- Apollo and Daphne
- David
- The Rape of Proserpina
Caravaggio Paintings:
- David with the Head of Goliath
- Boy with a Basket of Fruit
- Young Sick Bacchus
FUN FACT: The Borghese Family and Napoleon Bonaparte are related due to Napoleon's sister, Pauline Bonaparte marrying a member of the Borghese family.
Borghese Gallery tickets regularly sell out due to strict visitor limits, especially during spring and summer. Check availability online in advance to secure your preferred entry time.
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Borghese Gallery FAQs
- Where is the Borghese Gallery?
- The Borghese Gallery (Galleria Borghese) is in Villa Borghese, a beautiful park in Rome, Italy.
- What makes the Borghese Gallery famous?
- It’s famous for its impressive collection of Renaissance and Baroque art, including masterpieces by Caravaggio, Bernini, and Titian. The collection was originally assembled by Cardinal Scipione Borghese.
- What are the must-see artworks in the Borghese Gallery?
- Highlights include Bernini’s Apollo and Daphne and The Rape of Proserpina, Caravaggio’s Boy with a Basket of Fruit, and Raphael’s The Deposition.
- How long does it take to visit the Borghese Gallery?
- Visits are limited to a two-hour time slot due to its popularity. This is generally enough time to see the main artworks.
- Do I need to book tickets in advance to visit the Borghese Gallery in Rome?
- Yes, tickets must be booked in advance, as only a limited number of visitors are allowed in every two hours.
- What is the best time to visit the Borghese Gallery?
- Early morning slots are less crowded, making it easier to enjoy the art up close. Weekdays are usually quieter than weekends.
- Are guided tours available at the Borghese Gallery?
- Yes, guided tours are available at the Borghese Gallery. Click HERE for ticket details. They offer a deeper insight into the gallery’s collection and history.
- Are there any notable sculptures in the Borghese Gallery?
- Absolutely. Bernini’s sculptures, like David, Apollo and Daphne, and The Rape of Proserpina, are among the gallery’s most celebrated pieces.
Borghese Gallery Fun Facts
- Private Collection Origins: The gallery’s collection began as Cardinal Scipione Borghese’s personal collection. He was an avid art collector and a nephew of Pope Paul V.
- Napoleon: Even though the families were connected by marriage, in the 1800s, Napoleon Bonaparte controversially took several sculptures and paintings from the gallery to France. Although some were returned, some are still in the Louvre Museum.
- Restoration: The gallery has undergone extensive restoration to preserve its artwork, with one of the most significant restorations completed in the 1990s.
- Bernini’s Masterpieces: Gian Lorenzo Bernini, one of the greatest sculptors of the Baroque era, was only in his twenties when he created Apollo and Daphne and The Rape of Proserpina.
- Villa Borghese Gardens: The Borghese Gallery is situated in one of the largest public parks in Rome, the Villa Borghese Gardens, which covers about 80 hectares.
- One of Rome’s Most Exclusive Visits: Unlike many museums, the Borghese Gallery limits the number of visitors each day, creating a more intimate experience with the art.
- Architectural Wonder: The building itself is a masterpiece, designed in the early 17th century and featuring frescoes, intricate ceiling designs, and opulent interiors.
- Raphael’s Rescued Masterpiece: The Deposition by Raphael was once believed lost, but was later recovered and restored to its original glory.
- Pope Paul V: The Cardinal worked as private secretary for his Uncle (Pope Paul V) and he was able to make his fortune by collecting tax on behalf of the Pope which enabled him to build the incredible estate and indulge in his passion of art, which is how the Borghese Collection started.
- Name: The Borghese Gallery is named after its founding family!
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Tips for Visiting Borghese Gallery
- Book Tickets Online: Its easy and convenient to do and can save you a lot of time.
- Combination Tickets: Consider one of our great combination tickets that give you access to more than just the Borghese Gallery. Click HERE for combination ticket options.
Borghese Gallery Address
- Borghese Gallery, Piazzale Scipione Borghese, 5, 00197, Rome
How to get to Borghese Gallery
- Borghese Gallery is located in Villa Borghese Rome.
- The Borghese Gallery Address is: Piazzale Scipione Borghese, 5, 00197, Roma, Italy.
- Bus Stops: Pinciana/Museo Borghese Stop followed by a short walk to the gallery. Galleria Borghese stop using the 116 bus.
- Train: You can get off at Piazza di Spagna or Barberini Metro Station and then walk to the gallery.
Borghese Gallery Opening Hours
- Monday: Closed
- Tuesday 09:00 - 19:00
- Wednesday 09:00 - 19:00
- Thursday 09:00 - 19:00
- Thursday 09:00 - 19:00
- Friday 09:00 - 19:00
- Saturday 09:00 - 19:00
- Sunday 09:00 - 19:00
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