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Galleria Borghese

Piazzale del Museo Borghese, 00195 Rome, Italy
+39-0632810
Ranked #11 of 489 attractions in Rome
4.5 of 5 stars 1047 Reviews
Type: Art Museums
Traveler Description: This musuem, often referred to as the "Queen of private collections", houses Cardinal Scipione Borghese's art collection, including exquisite... more »
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2012 NEW

The amount of art and sculptures is overwhelming. I suggest using Rick Steve's guide to navigate this gallery. He has useful tips for seeing the highlights and beating the crowds. Be sure to reserve early, show up early to check your bags, and then wander around the lovely gardens after. More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2012 NEW

It you love art- call and make your reservation. It is absolutely beautiful. The collection was breathtaking. We used the info cards in the room to understand what we were viewing. This is the only place that I wish we had gotten the audioguide. We booked at 9am and after days of early mornings I wish we went a bit... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2012 NEW

Do not miss this museum. Tickets need to be purchased in advance so be sure to visit their website to reserve your spot. The collection is amazing and very well preserved. The grounds of the park are wonderful as well. More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2012 NEW

Likes: Great sculptures and paintings. Amazing interiors. Glad we made the effort to go. Set in a lovely park. Dislikes: You must book your visit at least 2 weeks in advance or you won't get in and you have to turn up three quaters of an hour before your alloted time or they'll give you place away. A waste of... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2012 NEW

The title says it all. The perfection and beauty of Bernini 's work alone brought tear to my eyes. Well worth the advance reservation and less than friendly staff. More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2012 NEW

we had a tour arranged with Rome Dark went very well except for the confusion at gallery with people leaving & a new group leaveing the gallery dose handle crowds well tour was great More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2012 NEW

Make reservation. Don't worry. They speak perfect English. Pronto! More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2012 NEW

This was the first museum we visited on our visit to Rome. We reserved tickets ahead of time online (this is a must as you will be turned away at the door if there are no time slots available for the day). We started our day walking from central Rome through the south entrance of the gardens. The gardens themselves... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2012 NEW

Bernini's sculptures are simply breathtaking and every room is exquisite, More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 12, 2012 NEW

You will thoroughly enjoy this gallery/museum. So many magnificent works of art in a beautiful setting. More

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