» Other Location Reviews » more ROME VACATIONS Attractions & ReviewsROME VACATIONS - Galleria Borghese ReviewsIt was great but......... It was a little crowded which prevented me from really enjoying the various works of art.
Next time I am going to try to go in the slow season so that I can truly enjoy. A Must See, Again & Again Beautiful, priceless art as seen in an historic and beautiful gallery located in one of Italy's most beautiful parks, The Villa Borghese. Admitance to the gallery is by reservation only for... LOVED IT!!!! If you know anything about art, you will really enjoy this place. We used the automated guide and it was very informative and really good. Just incredible artwork!!! Glad you had to make a appointment This was a wonderful experience. The Vatican should do the same! Travel light you have to check all bags and you only have a two hour appointment. Once we had a guide in our hands we moved through... Buy the hand held tour guide There are two places you have to visit in Rome. The Colesium is one. This is the other. The art is fabulous, the history great, the english guide was clear for 4 euros extra. Ths is on the Roma... If you miss this, you've missed Rome Because this is where most of the Bernini sculptures are housed, and Bernini is THE Roman artist. These sculptures are just divine--you'll never see anything this great anywhere else.
The... spectacular A true treasure. The art in this lovely home is priceless and at arm's length. Don't do without the audio tour, which gives interesting facts and anecdotes about most of the more famous... A Must See I loved the grounds and the fact that Napolean's sister, Paulina, lived here with Count Borghese, her husband. Don't miss the statue of Paulina resting on a chaise done in marble, it looks...
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