Galleria Borghese - Built around 1613 to house Cardinal Scipione Borghese's collection of paintings and sculptures and to be used for summer parties and musical evenings. The building and its contents was sold to the Italian government in 1902. Advance reservations are required.
When you call they'll give you a confirmation number (bring it with you) which you present when picking up your tickets. You pay for the tickets when you pick them up. The tickets are good only for 2 hours so arrive ahead of time since you'll need time to get the tickets and check your bags-only very small purses allowed, no coats, umbrellas, backpacks, etc. (about 20 minutes needed for these activities at peak times). No photography. There is a gift shop. After you get your ticket you proceed up to the top floor for the paintings and trompel'oeil rooms. The sculptures are on the floor below so allow enough time to see them. You have to go back into the museum to pickup your belongings. Your hotel may be willing to make the reservation for you.
Information, booking: tel. 06-32810 Guided tours in English available on request at certain times through 06 8555952 for an additional charge. Borghese does not accept credit cards.
Monday: closed. From Tuesday to Sunday: from 9.00am to 7.00pm in two-hour blocks.
I had reserved in advance for the Domus Aurea and the Borghese Gallery via
Email service: Service@romeguide.it
They charge a commission of course. My reservations were there as promised, you pay for the actual ticket when you arrive at the venue.
The Borghese Gallery was, after the Colosseum and Forum, the next best thing I did in Rome, including the Vatican.
The museum's website www.galleriaborghese.it/borghese/en/edefault.htm