Rome Caravaggio and Baroque Masterpieces Private Guided Tour

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About this activity

Exclusive Rome Caravaggio and Baroque Masterpieces customized private guided tour

This private tour provides a way to get close to some of the greatest Baroque artworks in Rome. During this 3-hrs tour, you will discover the artistic side of Rome and see the best of renowned painter Caravaggio’s work. Witness the intriguing technique used by Caravaggio throughout his paintings and the brilliant use he makes of light and shadow. See for yourself the unique history and aesthetics of Baroque art. With this tour, you can maximize your time, enjoying an awesome experience. Our unique Caravaggio in Rome tour itinerary has been designed to give you unparalleled insight into the mind and masterpieces of the art world’s most controversial genius. So join us as we weave our way through the cobbled streets of the Eternal City, visiting four beautiful off-the-beaten-path locations home to some of Caravaggio’s greatest Roman masterpieces. Tour for a family with kids, groups of friends, and couples.

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At a glance

Duration: 3 hours
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English, Italian
Operated by: Tour In Rome by Tour in the City

Ages: Infants (0–5 years) · Children (6–14 years) · Adults (15–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Private tour
Included: Professional art historian guide

Not included

Not included: Food and drinks
Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Any other option not mentioned
Not included: Pickup and Drop-off
Not included: Pantheon entry tickets

Itinerary

Chiesa di Santa Maria del Popolo

20 min

Visit inside to admire the two Caravaggio's paintings dedicated to Saint Peter and Saint Paul's crucifictions.
Mausoleo di Augusto

Passing by

Admire the beautuful remains of Augustus's monumental tomb and his atarl dedicated to the Peace, the so-called Ara Pacis
Church of St. Louis of the French

15 min

Enter the curch and stop looking at the three paintings Caravaggio dedicated to Saint Matthew and his life
Piazza Navona

15 min

The most iconic square of Rome, symbol of Baroque Style in Italy. Here we stop admiring the Curch of Saint Agnes, projected by Borromini, and the famous Fountain of Four Rivers, sculpted by Bernini.
Palazzo Giustiniani

Passing by

Magnificent building, property of the Cardinal Del Monte, where Caravaggio lived when he arrived to Rome.
Pantheon

15 min

Visit from outside the ancient temple that Agrippa in the I century BC dedicated to all Gods. Then, converted into a curch in early Medieval time, in the XIX century it hosted the tombs of the Kings of Italy, after the unification of our Nation in 1870
Chiesa di Sant'Ignazio di Loyola

Passing by

Pass and look at the magnificent curch deidicated to St. Ignatius of Loyola, founder of Gesuit Order. The square in front of the curch is a beautiful example of Baroque roman style
Palazzo di Montecitorio

10 min

Today headquarter of the Parliament House, the building has a long history; the facade is a result of Bernini project.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

The meeting point is at Piazza del Popolo, next to the obelisk in the middle of the square. Your tour guide will have a signboard reporting your name.

End point

Using your ticket

Dress code is smart casual, comfortable walking shoes are recommended
A dress code is required to enter places of worship. No shorts or sleeveless tops are allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women.
We inform you that the management of the Museums or Archaeological sites, or the Ministry of Cultural Heritage may at any time decide to close some sites totally or partially. If the communication reaches us in a timely manner, and it is possible, we will provide alternatives. If the closure is sudden and it is out of our control, we will not be able to give other alternatives and no refund will be possible.
Sometimes some churches might be closed due to religious functions. This is out of our control. In this case, no refund or partial refund is possible.

Every refund request MUST be done within and not later than 48 hours from the day of the tour

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Dress code is smart casual. In churches knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women.
The order in which the sites are visited during the tour can vary
Every refund request MUST be done within and not later than 48 hours from the day of the tour