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Private tour in Rome Alessandra S
Borghese Gallery: Private Tour with Skip the Line Tickets
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Hello, my name is Alessandra and I was born and grew up in Rome - a true local! I graduated in 1995 with a degree in Art History and have worked in art communication ever since. In developing didactic projects I've collaborated with Universities, Museums and Government Agencies. Most importantly, I spent several years at the MACRO (Museo Arte Contemporanea Roma) followed by even more years at the Trajan Markets (Imperial forums Museum). So, as you can see my interests in art range from the far past to the immediate present. For the past seven years I've worked as a private tour guide and I love it. I believe a walk through Rome is a walk through time, from the earliest settlement on the Palatine to the still busy artisan neighborhoods, from the Christian churches to the Jewish Ghetto. I specialize in tailor-made tours for first time or repeat visitors seeking more in depth knowledge of the city. I enjoy working with families and children and have had great experiences with tourists who have mental or physical disabilities as well. ". . only in Rome do you really get to know Rome. . " J. W. Ghoethe Italian Journey, 1786-1788. Strolling through this ever surprising city aided by maps, drawings, photos and writings of each historical period, we'll penetrate and truly experience Rome! I am licensed tour guide of Rome with a degree in Art History . I spent several years at the MACRO (Museo Arte Contemporanea Roma) followed by even more years at the Trajan Markets (Imperial Forum Museum) In December 2018 I successfully completed the course: "Fundamentals of Extraordinary Tour Leading" I can organize a customized tours (full day or half day) with luxury private car and driver. I have no limitations of any kind and I can access any place of cultural interest and guide you in any of the languages I am proficient in. If my calendar seems full, don’t hesitate to contact me anyway. I may still be able to accommodate you. I can organize private transportation by private car and driver. Please note that I provide pick-up and drop-off at the hotel or port only through the driver. I will meet you directly at the designated meeting point. For easy communication on the day of the tour, I suggest downloading WhatsApp on your smartphone.
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A unique collection in an old Palace built to house it
Overview of your Rome tour
The Gallery was built in 1612 by Cardinal Scipione Borghese, nephew of Pope Paul V, to house his art collection. The building was part of a larger project to celebrate the family and establish its position in Romane society: an almost 220-acre spark with various buildings. Not only do we have the opportunity to see awesome masterpieces, but we also go deeper into history of the family: taste in art and cultural policy. Scipione was a shrewd collector and a keen patron of the arts. He was particularly interested in classical, Renaissance and contemporary art evoking a new golden age, and used both fair and foul means to acquire the artworks. Among others we can admire: paintings by Tiziano, Raphael, Correggio, Caravaggio; sculptures by Bernini commissioned for the Gallery; the portrait of Pauline Bonaparte by Canova. I graduated with a degree in Art History and have worked in art communication ever since, follow me and I will reveal to you all my knowledge and passion for art!
Your Rome tour itinerary
Gianlorenzo Bernini sculptures: The Goat Amalthea, Aenea and Anchises, Pluto and Proserpina, Apollo and Daphne, David Cardinal Scipione Borghese, Paul V Antonio Canova: Paulina Bonaparte Caravaggio's paintings: Bacchino Malato, Boy with a Basket of Fruit, Madonna of Palafrenieri, Saint Jerome, David with the head of Goliah, Saint John the Baptist -First Floor Painting Gallery: Lanfranco: Council of the Gods Raphael: The Deposition, Lady with a Unicorn Perugino: Madonna and Child, Saint Sebastian Domenichino: Daiana Antonello da Messina: Portrait of a man Tiziano: Sacred and Profane Love -Borghese Gardens: Aviary Piazza di Siena Walk up to Pincio panorama (optional) The itinerary can be customized to your preferences. Closed on Mondays. Please bring a copy of your passport (paper copy or photo on your phone), the tickets are nominal and a copy of your documents must be shown. Please write me if there are people with mobility problems and if you use or need a wheelchair, the itinerary will be different.
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Type: Walking
Walking Tour -I suggest bringing a bottle of water and to wear comfortable shoes -During the summer, be sure not to forget a hat, sunscreen, and sunglasses -During the winter, be sure not to forget a raincoat or small umbrella -For security reasons, all visitors are to be screened with Metal Detectors. -Only small bags/backpacks are permitted (size 40x35x15). Long umbrellas are not permitted.
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Borghese Gallery and Museum, Piazzale Scipione Borghese, Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome Capital, Italy
At the Gardens of Borghese Gallery in front of the entrance. I will have a sign with your name. Note: if you need a private transfer from/to your accommodation please contact me after your booking.
- You can request a different meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout process.
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