Should I see the "Borghese Gardens"?
Jun 10th, 2006 | 07:27 AM
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Should I see the "Borghese Gardens"?
I've read different reviews on the board regarding this place. I'm not really into art. But hey, I'm in Rome and I'm suddenly very interested in history and culture!
But I only have two days and I wonder if this is something worth seeing?? How much does it cost to go in?
But I only have two days and I wonder if this is something worth seeing?? How much does it cost to go in?
Jun 10th, 2006 | 07:33 AM
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Yes, see it! I can't remember the cost to get in, but the admission fee and audio tour are well worth it. The sculptures are some of the most amazing I've seen in my life, and because they only let a certain number of people in at a given time (get tickets as soon as possible) you don't have to fight to see the displays. My husband isn't into art truly enjoyed it and was very glad he didn't miss it.
Jun 10th, 2006 | 08:38 AM
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If you mean the museum, it is the Galleria Borghese, which is located in the Villa Borghese, which is a large park.
At the moment, because a Raphael show is pulling in more visitors than normally, I would suggest making an online reservation. Just google <Galleria Borghese>.
The entrance fee for the permanent collection and the Raphael show is 12.50 Euro. You do not pay when you reserve, but when you pick up your ticket.
At the moment, because a Raphael show is pulling in more visitors than normally, I would suggest making an online reservation. Just google <Galleria Borghese>.
The entrance fee for the permanent collection and the Raphael show is 12.50 Euro. You do not pay when you reserve, but when you pick up your ticket.
Jun 10th, 2006 | 11:04 AM
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What you are calling "Borghese Gardens" is the park called Villa Borghese in Italian. There is no admission fee for the park.
Within the park, there are four museums, one of which is the Galleria Borghese, where you definitely <b>do</b> pay admission.
Within the park, there are four museums, one of which is the Galleria Borghese, where you definitely <b>do</b> pay admission.
Jun 10th, 2006 | 12:53 PM
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Schnookies -
Yes, Borghese Gardens (Villa Borghese) is within a pleasant walking distance of the Spanish Steps - a little uphill at first, and about 20 minutes.
The Galleria Borghese is on the north side of the gardens. You would do well to have reservations, but it is definitely worth both the time and money, IMO.
Have a wonderful time!
Linda
Yes, Borghese Gardens (Villa Borghese) is within a pleasant walking distance of the Spanish Steps - a little uphill at first, and about 20 minutes.
The Galleria Borghese is on the north side of the gardens. You would do well to have reservations, but it is definitely worth both the time and money, IMO.
Have a wonderful time!
Linda
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Jun 10th, 2006 | 09:47 PM
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Only 360 people are allowed every 2 hrs
Here is the website to reserve your day/time:
http://www.ticketeria.it/ticketeria/borghese-eng.asp#
Here is the website to reserve your day/time:
http://www.ticketeria.it/ticketeria/borghese-eng.asp#
Jun 11th, 2006 | 08:22 AM
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myvenezia -
The really lovely thing about the Borghese Gallery is that, because the number of persons admitted is limited, you can really see and experience the beautiful sculptures without fighting for space.
They allow you two hours, but, it is a small gallery. So, it really depends on your level of interest and how much time you want to take.
There is also the Pinoteca - a painting gallery upstairs. We thoroughly enjoyed both and took the full two hours. But you could actually take less time. And be sure to give yourself time for enjoying the gardens.
Just be sure to call or email for reservations to the Gallery.
The really lovely thing about the Borghese Gallery is that, because the number of persons admitted is limited, you can really see and experience the beautiful sculptures without fighting for space.
They allow you two hours, but, it is a small gallery. So, it really depends on your level of interest and how much time you want to take.
There is also the Pinoteca - a painting gallery upstairs. We thoroughly enjoyed both and took the full two hours. But you could actually take less time. And be sure to give yourself time for enjoying the gardens.
Just be sure to call or email for reservations to the Gallery.
Jun 11th, 2006 | 09:07 PM
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Gotta chime in here: calling the Villa Borghese park "the gardens" is a little misleading. First of all, the park is huge. As a poster mentioned above, it contans four museums. If you go looking for what one normally thinks of as a gardens, you could be surprised.
Really, think Central Park if you are familiar with that. Playing fields. play grounds, tracks, wooded areas, garden areas. large public spaces, meandering paths, and wide promenades, interesting buildings scattered about, various bathrooms and refreshment stands: this is Rome's outdoor playground, just as Central Park is New York's outdoor playground.
It is great to get a map of the park, and choose a route. You can walk the length or width, but it will take a little while.
This is a great park to explore, and we have spent a lot of time there over various visits to Rome, and, like CP, have yet to see it all.
Really, think Central Park if you are familiar with that. Playing fields. play grounds, tracks, wooded areas, garden areas. large public spaces, meandering paths, and wide promenades, interesting buildings scattered about, various bathrooms and refreshment stands: this is Rome's outdoor playground, just as Central Park is New York's outdoor playground.
It is great to get a map of the park, and choose a route. You can walk the length or width, but it will take a little while.
This is a great park to explore, and we have spent a lot of time there over various visits to Rome, and, like CP, have yet to see it all.
Jun 12th, 2006 | 04:01 AM
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Myvenezia:
I'm not sure what to call it, but there is a miniature train (on wheels, not tracks) that circulates through at least parts of the Villa Borghese.
The Villa Borghese has a Web site that will probably tell you more:
http://www.villaborghese.it/en/index.htm
I'm not sure what to call it, but there is a miniature train (on wheels, not tracks) that circulates through at least parts of the Villa Borghese.
The Villa Borghese has a Web site that will probably tell you more:
http://www.villaborghese.it/en/index.htm
Jun 12th, 2006 | 04:35 AM
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Schnookies:
I know you are (as I would be) all excited about your trip and I have been to the Villa Borghese twice...BUT
for someone who self-describes as "I'm not really into art" and as having "only two days" in Rome....I would not make THIS a top priority.
If you can fit it in, wonderful, but I wouldn't put it above the "more usual" major sites such as Vatican City, Trevi Fountain, etc.
The surrounding park is very peaceful to walk through and the zoo is also nearby.
And, no, I am not saying this collection isn't "worth it" or that it isn't as good as anything else in the city but it is a somewhat small and you <b>could become</b> bored if you don't enjoy great sculpture.
I would tell anyone it is probably a "must see" if they have adequate time but just be aware of what it is and isn't.
Have a great trip.
I know you are (as I would be) all excited about your trip and I have been to the Villa Borghese twice...BUT
for someone who self-describes as "I'm not really into art" and as having "only two days" in Rome....I would not make THIS a top priority.
If you can fit it in, wonderful, but I wouldn't put it above the "more usual" major sites such as Vatican City, Trevi Fountain, etc.
The surrounding park is very peaceful to walk through and the zoo is also nearby.
And, no, I am not saying this collection isn't "worth it" or that it isn't as good as anything else in the city but it is a somewhat small and you <b>could become</b> bored if you don't enjoy great sculpture.
I would tell anyone it is probably a "must see" if they have adequate time but just be aware of what it is and isn't.
Have a great trip.
