Enjoy skip-the-line entrance to the magnificent Barberini Palace on this private 2.5-hour tour. Explore the grand 17th-century palace, marvel at its architectural wonders, and visit the gallery to admire paintings by masters such as Raphael, Caravaggio, and Holbein.

2.5-hour guided tour of Barberini Palace in Rome
Enjoy skip-the-line entrance to the Barberini Palace Gallery and Museum
Admire the grand architecture, magnificent frescos, and beautiful gardens
Marvel at artworks by Raphael, Caravaggio, and Titian
Choice of morning or afternoon departure
This private tour can be customized to your interests and ensures you’ll receive personalized attention from your guide

What's Included

Professional guide
Private tour
Guaranteed to skip the long lines

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks
Gratuities

Meeting And Pickup

Meeting point

Via delle Quattro Fontane, 13
Via delle Quattro Fontane, 13, 00186 Roma RM, Italy
At the gates of the Palazzo Barberini, by the sidewalk

Start time

Opening hours

9/5/2022 - 6/21/2024
Tuesday - Sunday : 10:00 am - 06:00 pm

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Meet your private guide outside the Barberini Palace in time for a 10am or 2pm departure (depending on tour option selected) and use your pre-paid skip-the-line tickets to head straight inside.

Accompanied by your guide, set out to explore the royal apartments, decorated with historic tapestries, antique furniture, and colorful frescos. Climb the grand staircase to see the Salone, with its magnificent ceiling fresco by Pietro da Cortona; stroll the beautiful palace gardens; spot remarkable paintings by artists including Raphael, Caravaggio, Titian, Holbein, and Metsys.

Along the way, hear tales of royal life in the palace, learn more through interactive iPad presentations, and discover the palace’s unique architectural design, the work of Maderno, Bernini, and Borromini.

At the end of your visit, your tour ends in Barberini Square, where you can admire Bernini’s striking Triton Fountain.

Palazzo Barberini

1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Fontana del Tritone

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Children must be accompanied by an adult
The tour is wheelchair accessible
No dress code required, though large bags are not allowed in the museum
Photography is allowed in only part of the museum
Food and drinks are not allowed in the museum

Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Near public transportation
Most travellers can participate
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.

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Vera gave us a superb tour of the...

Maria M, Mar 2017

Vera gave us a superb tour of the museum. With a deep knowledge she pointed out highlights and 'backsides' of the Renaissance. She really made my visit special. The highlight of my Rome trip. Thank you.

Skip-the-Lines Barberini Palace Museum and Gallery Private Tour

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