Rome's Secret Art Gem: Villa Farnesina & Raphael's Frescoes - Private Guided Tour

Highlights

• Private Guided Tour
• Raphael's Masterpieces
• Hidden Gem in Trastevere

What's included

Itinerary

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   1h 30min

   Step into a world of Renaissance beauty with this private guided tour of Villa Farnesina, a hidden gem in Trastevere. In 1.5 hours, you’ll explore this 16th-century villa renowned for its exquisite frescoes by Raphael and his contemporaries. Begin in the famous Loggia of Cupid and Psyche, where Raphael’s vibrant artwork brings a mythological love story to life. Continue to the Room of Galatea to witness one of Raphael’s most beloved frescoes - The Triumph of Galatea - full of motion, beauty, and myth. As you move through the villa’s decorated rooms, your expert guide will reveal stories of its original owner, Agostino Chigi, a wealthy banker who hosted cardinals and princes in this luxurious residence. Discover how art, power, and politics blended at the height of the Renaissance. The tour ends in the villa’s tranquil gardens, a peaceful retreat from the city’s bustle. After the tour, you’ll be in the lively Trastevere district - perfect for a stroll or coffee in a charming piazza.

Before you go