Private tour in Rome Yevgen L

Explore the Borghese Gallery and Gardens: Private Guided Tour

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Yevgen L.

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Hello! My name is Yevgen (Yev), and I would be delighted to welcome you to Rome. I was born in Kyiv and moved to Rome at the age of twenty. Half of my life has been spent in this extraordinary city, which I now proudly call home. Here, I completed high school, earned my degree in Art History, and became a licensed tour guide. During my university years, I had the privilege of interning at the Roman Forum and the Palatine Hill, two of the most important archaeological sites in the world. That experience allowed me to deepen my understanding of ancient Rome and its remarkable heritage. I was also selected to guide visitors through the Palace of the President of Italy, the heart of the Italian Republic, where I gained a solid foundation in the history of Italy and its institutions. After many years of passionate study of Italian history, archaeology, and art, I am excited to share my knowledge and my love for the Eternal City with you. WHAT WE CAN EXPLORE TOGETHER Ancient Rome • The Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill • The Ancient Appian Way, the Roman Aqueducts, and the early Christian catacombs Vatican City • The Vatican Museums • The Sistine Chapel • St. Peter’s Basilica and St. Peter’s Square. Most Iconic Roman Neighborhoods A stroll through Rome’s most atmospheric districts, discovering their famous landmarks along the way: • The Trevi Fountain and the Spanish Steps, The Pantheon, Piazza Navona with the Baroque masterpieces of Bernini and Borromini; • The Old Jewish Quarter, with its rich and often challenging history and Trastevere, with its medieval alleys and authentic Roman atmosphere Christian Rome A journey through the city’s most important basilicas and early Christian heritage: Santa Maria Maggiore, San Giovanni in Laterano, and San Paolo fuori le mura. Day Trips Beyond Rome If you’d like to venture outside the city, I can arrange unforgettable visits to Hadrian’s Villa, the vast countryside retreat of the Roman Emperor Hadrian, and Villa d’Este, with its lush Renaissance gardens and spectacular fountains. Both are UNESCO World Heritage Sites located in Tivoli, just an hour from Rome. A COMPLETE ROMAN EXPERIENCE During my tours, I’m always happy to recommend excellent restaurants serving authentic Roman and Italian cuisine, the best places to enjoy real Italian gelato, and local cafés, wine bars, and hidden spots loved by Romans. FOR FAMILIES AND ACCESSIBILITY I love working with children and making history fun and engaging for them. All itineraries can be adapted for guests with reduced mobility to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable experience. WHY CHOOSE MY TOURS • Licensed Tour Guide in Rome • Accredited Guide in the Vatican Museums • Licensed Tour Leader • MA Degree (summa cum laude) in History of Art, Roma Tre University • BA Degree (summa cum laude) in History and Conservation of Artistic Heritage, Roma Tre University • High School Diploma in Tourism, Leonardo da Vinci High School, Rome • Special training and guided visits at the Palace of the President of Italy • Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English (C1) And above all, a warm and personal approach, ideal for families, couples, and private tours. If my calendar appears unavailable, please contact me anyway. I can organize private transportation by private car and driver. I provide pick-up and drop-off at the hotel or port via the driver. I’ll meet you at the meeting point. For easy communication on the day of the tour, I suggest downloading WhatsApp on your smartphone.

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Overview of your Rome tour

The splendid palace that hosts the Borghese Gallery was built in the early seventeenth century as the private residence of the Borghese family. From the beginning, it housed the remarkable collection of Cardinal Scipione Borghese, nephew of Pope Paul V. In 1902, the Italian State acquired both the palace and the remaining collection. Today, the gallery features sculptures, mosaics, and sixteenth- and seventeenth-century paintings. Highlights include masterpieces by Perugino, Pinturicchio, Correggio, Rubens, Raphael (Deposition), Titian (Sacred and Profane Love, Venus Blindfolding Love), and Caravaggio (Youth with a Fruit Basket, Madonna of the Footmen, David with the Head of Goliath). It also showcases exceptional sculptures by Gian Lorenzo Bernini (Apollo and Daphne, The Rape of Proserpina, David) and Canova (Paolina Borghese). Join me on this private tour to discover the secrets, history, and beauty of these masterpieces. If you love art, this is an unforgettable experience not to be missed.

Your Rome tour itinerary

Borghese Gardens Borghese Gallery: - Bernini - Caravaggio - Canova - Raphael - Bacchino malate - Fanciullo con canestro di frutta - Apollo and Dafne - David - The Rape of Proserpine - Paolina Bonaparte - The Deposition -I can customize this tour according to your requests -Closed on Mondays -Skip-the-line tickets are non-refundable -Attention ticket availability is limited. Before booking the tour, contact me for ticket availability Note: -Please write me if there are people with mobility problems and if you use or need a wheelchair, the itinerary will be different -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 show.

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Transport details
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

What's included
Private Guide
Tickets: Skip the line tickets
What's not included
Food Drinks Snacks
Other: Personal expenses
Private Transportation
Private Transportation With Driver
Public Transportation
Meeting location

Borghese Gallery and Museum, Piazzale Scipione Borghese, Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome Capital, Italy

In front of the entrance of Borghese Gallery. Note: if you need a private transfer from/to your accommodation please contact me after your booking

  • You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
Art And Culture
City Highlights
History
Architecture
Tour reference number
1393371
Languages
English
Italian
Activity level
Light
Accessibility
Wheelchair Accessible
Kid Friendly

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This private tour in Rome is perfect for art lovers and those interested in exploring the world of Bernini and Caravaggio. It's an unforgettable experience for anyone who appreciates history, art, and culture. The tour is also suitable for families, as it is kid-friendly and wheelchair accessible.

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