Villa Borghese
Villa Borghese
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Famous villa constructed at the beginning of the 17th century for Cardinal Scipione Caffarelli Borghese, nephew of Pope Paul V, which is surrounded by one of the largest and most beautiful public parks in Rome.
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- Flaminio - Piazza del Popolo • 10 min walk
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Keith
Singapore, Singapore1,106 contributions
Dec 2022 • Couples
Nice big park to go for a run . The weather was beautiful the 2 times I was there and it’s was great. Running around snapping pictures of various monuments.
Written 2 January 2023
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GeoTsiv
8 contributions
Dec 2022 • Friends
Rome was very nice! We stayed at the Savoy hotel (perfect hotel) and everything was relatively close to where we could go on foot.
Written 28 December 2022
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Deb
London, UK84 contributions
Nov 2022
Visited Villa Borghese today- we booked direct on their website and paid for an English guided tour - 15 euros entrance plus 10 euros guided tour. Ludovica is an Art Historian who spoke easy to understand English with a sense of humour bringing everything to life. Having a guide means spending more time with the Berninis, Titians etc - all the must sees! This is not to be missed.
It was a small group of about 12 people. Essential to book tickets in advance.
All bags larger than 7 inches and all umbrellas must be put into bag check room.
It was a small group of about 12 people. Essential to book tickets in advance.
All bags larger than 7 inches and all umbrellas must be put into bag check room.
Written 16 November 2022
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bobwarren
Georgetown, Canada109 contributions
Nov 2022 • Couples
When you need a day off from the hustle and bustle of the city enjoy strolling here. You can do it in an hour or so but slow down and soak it in. See if you can find a green parrot or two.
Written 3 November 2022
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Kirsten L
Chicago, IL99 contributions
Oct 2022 • Family
We visited this lovely, sprawling park in Rome as a break from tours. We wanted to enjoy an activity we normally would at home and give our kiddo a chance to run and, as he put it “be free”. First, it’s easy to find a quiet space to relax and enjoy some time in nature. There’s also numerous offerings in the park too, a full service restaurant (possibly 2), museums, bikes, golf carts, and pedal cars to rent; and temporary markets - we happened to be there during a chocolate fest (lucky me!). There were about a dozen tents with vendors selling different kinds of chocolates and sweets. There was a children’s tent too, where volunteers were making balloon animals, doing face painting, and explaining the history of chocolate. We eventually made our way past several monuments to a playground. The playground was clean and well equipped. Next to the playground was a small area with carnival type games for younger kids (tokens were available for purchase). We meandered back through the park and had lunch. There are several places near the Western edge of park that offer breathtaking views of Rome. If you have some time to spare and want to get away from the noise of the city, this is a wonderful place to do it.
Written 31 October 2022
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Julia W
London, UK6 contributions
Oct 2022 • Family
My favourite museum in Rome! Jammed backed with amazing paintings and sculptures the 2 hour timed entry means limited numbers and avoids overcrowding. Beautiful Bernini’s and charismatic Caravaggio’s but load more - it’s all filler no killer. Our guide was fantastic, he brought the villa to life and shared insight of the culture in Scipione Borghese’s time - engaging us all with questions and quizzes! My teens were impressed which was a big win 👍
Written 30 October 2022
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Vanessa P
Calgary, Canada1,327 contributions
Jul 2022
If you want to scape the city, then Villa Borghese is a great option. From the Popolo piazza you can hike up on foot or rent a scooter or a second option would be go up on the Spanish (Spagna) steps. Then to your right going up.
At the Popolo Piazza entrance you have a view point of the entire city (as it is one of the highest points in Rome). I imagine that at the end of the day the lights of the city must make is show on it is own. We were there around mid-day.
We found that even the area been green and at all it shows a lack of care. Very sad as it is a historical and important park in Rome. If you can or don't want to walk too much (it is a huge park) you can rent a golf cart for 15 Euros an hour. We were able to do the park driving around in 1 hour. If you stop a lot then 2 hours is enough.
At the Popolo Piazza entrance you have a view point of the entire city (as it is one of the highest points in Rome). I imagine that at the end of the day the lights of the city must make is show on it is own. We were there around mid-day.
We found that even the area been green and at all it shows a lack of care. Very sad as it is a historical and important park in Rome. If you can or don't want to walk too much (it is a huge park) you can rent a golf cart for 15 Euros an hour. We were able to do the park driving around in 1 hour. If you stop a lot then 2 hours is enough.
Written 22 October 2022
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Dani S
Vienna, Austria188 contributions
Aug 2022
What happens when a rich Cardinal and fervent art collector becomes the patron of some of the most famous artists in history?
He needs a place to store all of his art, so he builds himself a villa for this particular purpose.
Hat, sunglasses, comfy shoes and a camera. These items are a must in the Villa (but outside the Villa too…). 😉😂
Villa Borghese, or Villa Borghese Gardens, is the main green space in Rome. It is one of the largest parks in the city and it includes forests, lakes, fountains, Galleria Borghese.
If you are in Piazza di Spagna and have already enjoyed the wonderful, upbeat atmosphere on the Spanish steps and you know you can’t sit on the steps anymore:-) climb up the hill, you will reach Villa Borghese!
He needs a place to store all of his art, so he builds himself a villa for this particular purpose.
Hat, sunglasses, comfy shoes and a camera. These items are a must in the Villa (but outside the Villa too…). 😉😂
Villa Borghese, or Villa Borghese Gardens, is the main green space in Rome. It is one of the largest parks in the city and it includes forests, lakes, fountains, Galleria Borghese.
If you are in Piazza di Spagna and have already enjoyed the wonderful, upbeat atmosphere on the Spanish steps and you know you can’t sit on the steps anymore:-) climb up the hill, you will reach Villa Borghese!
Written 17 October 2022
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Phi Somchai
Bangkok, Thailand3,684 contributions
Oct 2022 • Family
We walked from the top of the Spanish Steps to Terrazza Viale del Belvedere, which on the West side of the villa compound.
It has a nice view of the city. We were there during sunset and were able to capture some very nice pictures
It has a nice view of the city. We were there during sunset and were able to capture some very nice pictures
Written 15 October 2022
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amnews
Boston, MA144 contributions
Sep 2022
It is a large but somewhat decrepit park. I was disappointed by lack of flowers. We walked through it from the superb Galleria Borghese to Piazza del Popolo; otherwise, we wouldn't have bothered to come here. There are some statues here and there but this cannot compare to, say, NY Central Park or Madrid's Retiro Park.
Written 24 September 2022
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Samo A
1 contribution
I'd like to know if you get a driver in the boat or if we have to row ourselves.
Road Forks Offbeat
Birmingham, UK16 contributions
Unfortunately you have to row yourselves. Do some muscles :)
KirillLukjanov
London, UK56 contributions
Is the entry to the park itself free?
NickellFamilyTravel
Los Angeles, CA2,221 contributions
Yes. It’s like the. Central Park of Rome. Free to enter. Wander around. Hike. Run. Etc. There are row boats which cost money. Or carriage rides etc.
Michele P
Lewes, DE7 contributions
We will visiting Borghese gardens in May. What are some restaurants, cafes within easy walking distance?
roberto4u68
Rome, Italy7,747 contributions
It Is a very great park, It depends on the side you will be visiting. One of the main entrance Is not fare from the very famous via Veneto, the dolce vita street.
MM
Milan, Italy411 contributions
Buongiorno
I cani di piccola taglia sono ammessi ?
roberto4u68
Rome, Italy7,747 contributions
Invece di dirmi grazie avresti potuto darmi un giudizio positivo anziché negativo.... grazie a te eh.....
Maria P
Thessaloniki, Greece
Γεια σας,ποσα κοστίζει η είσοδος στο πάρκο και απο που μπορεις να πάρεις βάρκα ;Επίσης υπάρχει περίπτωση να μην έχει διαθέσιμη βάρκα ;
Xrisa K
Athens, Greece109 contributions
Δεν πληρωνεις εισοδο για το παρκο. Αν πατησεις Laghetto Di Villa Borghese στο google maps θα δεις το σημειο που ειναι η λίμνη κι οι βαρκες. Κοστιζουν 6€ για δυο ειναι για βόλτα 20 λεπτα. Υπαρχουν αρκετες βαρκες εμεις δεν περιμεναμε καθόλου. Ο χρονος για τη βολτα ειναι λιγος οποτε κι να περιμένεις δεν θα περιμένεις για πολυ.
c a
Ubeda, Spain1 contribution
Hola, me gustaría saber si el trenecito sigue en funcionamiento. No encuentro ninguna página actual que me indique horarios, precios, etc. Gracias.
_lunaligorio
Buenos Aires, Argentina239 contributions
Desconosco rencitos en la Villa Borghese. Nosotros dejamos el auto fuera de los muros y lo hicimos caminando...
Tal vez una vez que estan en Roma pueden hacer la averiguación en algún punto Turistico de la ciudad.
Saludos!!
Cri
Guidonia Montecelio, Italy20 contributions
Qualcuno sa se per noleggiare il risciò all’interno della villa, ci voglia la patente o è necessario avere solamente 18 anni?
MarioAna91
Teramo, Italy42 contributions
Se non sbaglio basta avere un documento di identità valido
Steinhuder
Steinhude, Germany18 contributions
Hi everyone, I have a Ticket for Villa Borghese for 1 Adult including Valadier exhibition for sale.
Valid in 01.11.2019 at 3:00pm worth 26€
Of you are interested you can have the ticket for 20€...
Just let me know
Al P
Canton of Geneva, Switzerland33 contributions
no thanks
Itravelinheels
New York12 contributions
Hi, going next month to Rome, 1st time, do you think we need a guide at Villa Borgese? Going with a 12yr old child
Is it just a museum of artwork or a home museum of the villa (furnishings, etc)
Trying to decide if to book the tickets
Thank you
Jerry S
Annandale, VA27 contributions
We just enjoyed the outdoors b/c our 14 y/o has a museum limit that we had reached after Venice, Florence and the tours of the Colosseum and the Vatican museum. I recommend that if you tour the museum you use a guide to keep the 12 y/o's attention and to also enhance your experience. Also use official metered taxis instead of public transportation to save time. Enjoy.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Villa Borghese
- We recommend booking Villa Borghese tours ahead of time to secure your spot. If you book with Tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour starts for a full refund. See all 62 Villa Borghese tours on Tripadvisor
- According to Tripadvisor travellers, these are the best ways to experience Villa Borghese:
- 2-Hour Skip-the-Line Tickets to the Borghese Gallery in Rome (From €28.31)
- Small Group Gallery Borghese Tour with Skip-the-Line Admission (From €69.75)
- "Villa Borghese" Rome tour with high quality electric bicycle! (From €59.64)
- Rome by Golf Cart Private Tour (From €151.63)
- Rome Self-Guided City Experience (From €5.05)
- Hotels near Villa Borghese:
- (0.44 km) Aldrovandi Residence City Suites
- (0.69 km) Hotel Golden
- (0.73 km) Relais Donna Lucrezia
- (0.87 km) Piazza di Spagna 9
- (0.72 km) Via Veneto Luxury Suites
- Restaurants near Villa Borghese:
- (0.00 km) Villa Borghese
- (0.18 km) Amir Azar
- (0.12 km) Caffetteria Casina del Lago
- (0.21 km) Pic Nic
- (0.85 km) Pescado Seafood Restaurant
- Attractions near Villa Borghese:
- (0.07 km) Silvano Toti Globe Theatre Roma
- (0.16 km) Villa Borghese Gardens
- (0.17 km) Museo Pietro Canonica
- (0.16 km) Museo Carlo Bilotti
- (0.19 km) Temple of Asclepius