Italy Rome Galleria Borghese Entry Tickets

Yes, the Galleria Borghese can be a wonderful experience for families with older children who have an interest in art and sculpture. However the strict two-hour time limit and the intimate scale of the gallery mean it is less suitable for very young children who may find the visit difficult to manage within the session format. Children under 18 enter at a reduced rate.

The Galleria Borghese is located at Piazzale Scipione Borghese 5 within the Villa Borghese gardens. The most convenient public transport options are Metro Line A to Spagna or Flaminio stations followed by a walk through the gardens, or buses 52, 53, and 116 which stop near the Villa Borghese park entrances. Taxis can drop directly at the gallery entrance.

The Galleria Borghese admits a maximum of 360 visitors at a time in strictly enforced two-hour sessions. Sessions run from 09:00 to 11:00, 11:00 to 13:00, 13:00 to 15:00, 15:00 to 17:00, and 17:00 to 19:00. You must arrive 15 to 20 minutes before your session start time to complete security and bag drop. Late arrivals may be refused entry.

The Galleria Borghese is open Tuesday to Sunday from 09:00 to 19:00. The gallery is closed every Monday. Last entry is at 17:00 for the final session which runs from 17:00 to 19:00. Always check your booking confirmation for the exact session time as this determines your entire visit schedule.

No. Large bags, backpacks, and luggage are not permitted inside the gallery and must be stored in the mandatory bag drop area before entry. The bag drop is free and located near the entrance. Visitors should bring only essential items in a small bag or leave larger items at their accommodation before visiting.

Booking as early as possible is strongly recommended. Sessions sell out weeks in advance especially during peak season from April to October. The gallery's strict capacity cap of 360 visitors per session means availability is very limited and last-minute or same-day booking is rarely possible.

The unmissable works at the Galleria Borghese include Bernini's Apollo and Daphne in Room 3, his Rape of Proserpina in Room 4, and his David in Room 2. Caravaggio's Boy with a Basket of Fruit and David with the Head of Goliath are among the finest paintings in the collection. Canova's reclining Pauline Bonaparte in Room 1 is one of the first things you encounter on entering.