Are tickets and reservation fees included?

Yes — the tour includes entradas y gastos de reserva so you bypass the standard ticket line.

What is the group size for the tour?

Group size is limited to 15 people to maintain an intimate experience and allow close viewing.

Is photography allowed inside the gallery?

Photography policies vary by gallery room; typically non-flash photography is permitted—follow signage and guide instructions.

What is the minimum age to join?

The tour lists a minimum age of 5; children under this age may not be appropriate for the full commentary.

Is the Galeria Borghese accessible for visitors with limited mobility?

Accessibility details were not provided in the listing; contact the operator or check your booking confirmation for accommodations.

Where is the meeting point?

Meeting-point information is provided after booking—confirm details on your reservation or contact the operator for specifics.

Inside Galleria Borghese: Exclusive Small-Group Tour of Bernini, Caravaggio & Raphael

ROMA’s Galeria Borghese sits inside the green sweep of Villa Borghese in central Rome, a compact palace-museum where Baroque sculpture and Caravaggio chiaroscuro read like a concentrated course in European art. The ROMA - Galeria Borghese tour exclusivo is a two-and-a-half-hour, small-group visit that pares away the rush of the city and lets you study masterpieces by Bernini, Caravaggio and Raphael at close range. Begin with scale: rooms designed for private display, low-flowing light and gilded ceilings that frame paintings and marble in tight, theatrical stages. The tour’s highlight sequence moves from Bernini’s kinetic marble—Apolo y Dafne and the tense, cantilevered David—to Caravaggio’s visceral canvases, where oily shadows and sudden highlights make saints and sinners staggering and immediate. Raphael’s softer, measured compositions provide a counterpoint; together they show why the Borghese collection became a proving ground for taste in the 17th century under Cardinal Scipione Borghese. What sets this outing apart is intimacy and context. With a cap of 15 people and expert narration, you don’t just pass by works—you hear technical details about carving techniques, pigments, and patronage. The guide uses included Bluetooth headsets so commentary remains audible without crowding the paintings. Practical benefits: timed entry and included reservation fees mean you skip long ticket lines that routinely form at peak hours. The Galeria Borghese is more than objects. It occupies a palazzo in one of Rome’s largest public parks, so the visit anchors naturally into a day of light urban adventure—rent a bike in Villa Borghese, stroll to the Pincian Terrace for a city view, or continue on foot toward Piazza del Popolo. For travelers who combine city walking with curated cultural stops, this tour compresses a masterclass in Italian Baroque into a single, manageable window. This experience suits curious travelers: photographers who respect museum rules, art students wanting close study, and visitors who prefer explanation to roaming. It’s particularly valuable for limited-time visitors; two-plus hours here returns a clearer sense of Rome’s artistic currents than a week of aimless museum hopping. If you value concentrated access, authoritative interpretation, and the chance to stand within arm’s reach of art that changed European taste, this exclusive Borghese tour is a high-return addition to any Roman itinerary. Booking this exclusive slot guarantees entrance fees and reservation charges are covered, and the small-group limit keeps crowding low; the tour includes an expert guide, entradas y gastos de reserva, and auriculares Bluetooth for clear, hands-free commentary. Bring comfortable shoes and a light layer—the galleries are climate-controlled but the walk to and from Villa Borghese can be sun-exposed. Accessibility and meeting-point details are provided at booking, so check your confirmation. For peak-season travel, reserve weeks ahead; mornings and late afternoons tend to feel calmer.

About Toursen

Toursen is a guided tour operator based in Roma, Lazio, offering a diverse portfolio of private and small-group experiences across Rome, Florence and nearby Tuscan destinations. The company curates city walking tours, food and wine experiences, private transfers to medieval towns like San Gimignano and Siena, and themed excursions such as photo shoots, Fiat 500 drives and golf cart city routes.

Toursen's catalog includes guided visits to iconic monuments — the Colosseum, Roman Forum, Pantheon and Palazzo Vecchio — alongside specialized museum tours like the Palatine Gallery at Palazzo Pitti. Culinary travelers can choose food tours featuring traditional Roman and Florentine dishes, gelato tastings and paired wine experiences in Chianti. For travelers seeking personalized transport, private golf cart and classic Fiat 500 tours provide intimate sightseeing with local narrations and panoramic stops.

The company lists both private tours and small-group options, accommodating families, couples and independent travelers. Professional local guides lead most experiences, focusing on historical context, cultural insights and logistical convenience. Booking information, detailed itineraries and availability are provided for each listed tour, including options for photography sessions, electric bike rides in the Florentine hills and day trips to Pisa.

Toursen emphasizes flexible itineraries, local expertise and a range of activity types — from culinary and wine tasting to history-focused and scenic photo tours. Travelers can select from an extensive set of experiences that highlight Italy's historic cities and Tuscan landscapes. Customer reviews and tour details are available online for each experience to help plan and book confidently today.