Private Doria Pamphilj Gallery Tour: Experience Art History in a 15th Century Palace

Step into the enchanting world of art history at the private Doria Pamphilj Gallery. Explore a 15th-century palace adorned with masterpieces by Raphael, Caravaggio, and more.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Palazzo Doria Pamphilj - The Doria-Pamphilj gallery is situated in the Palace with the same name, built between the middle of the fifteenth and the beginning of the eighteenth century. The disposition of the paintings in the Gallery is distributed over four wings and follows the indications provided in an eighteenth century document, where the exact location of each work is specified according to a criterion of symmetry and sometimes of typological and stylistic affinity. It includes paintings by:
  • Raphael (Portrait of Andrea Navagero)
  • Titian (Salome with the head of St. John the Baptist)
  • Domenichino (Susan and the old men)
  • Caravaggio (Rest during the flight to Egypt, St. John the Baptist, and Magdalene)
  • Annibale e Ludovico Carracci (Satyr and shepherd, Madonna with the Infant, St. Sebastian)
  • Mattia Preti (Magdalene repentant, St. John the Baptist, Christ conducted on the Scala Santa)
  • Guercino (Erminia finds Tancred wounded, Allegory of springtime, Return of the prodigal son, St. Joseph)
  • Guido Reni (Madonna adoring the Infant, St. Peter repentant, Sacred and profane love)
  • Velazquez (portrait of Innocent the Tenth)
What's Included
  • Local guide
  • Tickets
  • Professional guide
  • Private tour
What's Not Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Private transportation
Additional Information

Located within a palace constructed between the mid-fifteenth century and start of the eighteenth century, the Doria-Pamphilj gallery showcases an exquisite collection of paintings. The spread of artwork, spanning four wings of the palace, adheres to the layout stipulated by an eighteenth-century document, wherein the specific placement of each piece was determined based on symmetry and occasionally by typological and stylistic relatedness. The gallery houses masterworks by artists such as:

  • Raphael
  • Titian
  • Domenichino
  • Caravaggio
  • Annibale and Ludovico Carracci
  • Mattia Preti
  • Guercino
  • Guido Reni
  • Velazquez
Location
Doria Pamphili Gallery
Via del Corso
We will meet in front of the entrance of the Museum. We will hold a sign with your name.
Cancellation Policy

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

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Andre_p
Sep 3, 2024
Grazie Vincenzo!! - Vincenzo was the very best guide we had on all our tours with Viator this trip to Rome. He told such interesting stories about the most famous painting and sculptures in the Doria Pamphilij. He was warm and so animated with his explanations. The tour was well worth it because there are so many special works of art and such beautiful architecture in the centre of Rome. Bravo Vincenzo!
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Caterinat250
May 18, 2024
A gem of Rome absolutely worth visiting - I had already participated in a truly fantastic walking tour of the Colosseum and the Imperial Forums in 2021, and finding myself in Rome again, I did not hesitate to contact Vincenzo again to carry out another visit with him. I totally trusted his expert opinion and let myself be convinced to visit the palace and the Doria Pamphili gallery. I must say that this time too Vincenzo did not disappoint us. He showed us a little gem of Rome that few know about and which remains "apart" compared to much more well-known monuments or museums. Truly a gem to visit. Vincenzo, super engaging, held our attention from start to finish. I highly recommend it to everyone!
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Backpacker399287
May 6, 2024
A memorably enriching, fun and awe inspiring tour - We had an absolutely amazing visit of Galleria Doria Pamphili, full of stories and anecdotes that hands the tour truly memorable. Rome is full of art and beauty, and it can be so overwhelming that it is often hard to retain it all. But with Vincenzo’s incredibile knowledge, his anecdotes and fun way of recounting the history of art, this visit will remain deeply impressed in our hearts and minds. Highly recommended
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Wander43288995960
May 3, 2024
Exceptional guide - Vincenzo was very thorough and proved to be fully prepared. Furthermore, his kindness meant that the two hours we spent together flew by
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417rossanab
Apr 27, 2024
Thanks to Vincenzo we appreciated every beam of light on Caravaggio's works catapulted into seventeenth-century Rome. - Thanks to Vincenzo we appreciated every beam of light on Caravaggio's works catapulted into a fantastic seventeenth-century Rome. We recommend it to art lovers who wish to be enveloped by the magic of the splendid works in front of them. Thanks Vincenzo.
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Jessica
Apr 23, 2024
Birthday celebration-unforgettable experience - A tour like no other. Vincenzo is a storyteller that transports you right into the heart of the history of the moment.His deep understanding of Rome's history, art, and architecture is truly impressive. Over the two days our group spent with him, he effortlessly brought ancient ruins to life, weaving captivating stories and historical anecdotes that transported us back in time. It was like stepping into a time machine, with each site and landmark revealing its unique secrets under his expert guidance. When we visited St Paul’s outside the Walls, the next day. What struck us most was Vincenzo’s ability to taylor the experience to the groups interest. It has not been the 1st time we have sought the expertise of Vincenzo, and for my husband’s 50th birthday, he made the experience extraordinary! Overall, I cannot recommend this tour guide and his experience and enthusiasm enough . He went above and beyond, each time and this to ensure our experience in Rome was enjoyable and unforgettable!
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P2256ezelenag
Mar 25, 2024
A surprise in the heart of Rome - I had never been to the gallery despite being from Rome and I was pleased to discover this particular jewel in the heart of Rome: to be discovered with its surprises and valuable works especially if properly guided. Martina expertly accompanied us on these artistic tours with important historical anecdotes, friendliness and competence
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W3254mzbarbarag
Feb 6, 2024
The best guide in Rome - The visit to the Doria Pamphili gallery with our guide Vincenzo was magnificent. It involves you, entertains you by telling the "GEMS" of history and art. I recommend it for anyone who wants the best! Because Vincenzo is the best guide!!
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Lelladeni
Dec 3, 2023
A day in Rome - Wonderful morning on a private tour of the Dora Pamphilj gallery with our guide Vincenzo, who as always proved to be perfect in every explanation, exhaustive with every question, engaging Vincenzo is a monster of culture and history and spending two hours with him is too little for those who are thirsty for knowledge and understanding. Highly recommended for any guided tour. Seeing is believing
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Danigarofoli
Nov 27, 2023
Doria Pamphilj Gallery - As in all tours with Rome Guides you are taken by the hand and accompanied with liveliness and knowledge on a journey into the history and lives of the artists and protagonists of that time. Beautiful experience in a private gallery full of wonders.
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