Overview
Be ready to join our spectacular private walking tour to discover together the famous artists Caravaggio and Bernini. Your private professional guide will show you the most beautiful masterpieces in Rome, a real open-air museum. Both of this famous Italian artists left their mark in Rome in a unique way!
Caravaggio, one of the most famous painters in Rome, was a real bad boy of the Baroque era. Bernini on the other hand, was the greatest sculptor of the 17th century and an outstanding architect as well. He died an old man, beloved in his adopted home.
Both of their names are synonymous with the Baroque era, an important era full of great masterpieces. Are you curious to find out more? Let's discover together!
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Italian coffee / tea
Professional guide
All fees and taxes
Pick-up / Drop-off
Personal expenses
Tips
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
The tour guide will be close to the obelisk in the middle of Piazza del Popolo.
End point
The tour will end in Piazza Navona.
What to expect
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Chiesa di Santa Maria del Popolo
40 min
The location of this church made it the basilica for the majority of travellers entering the city. Inside it, your tour guide will show you the works of several famous artists, such as Raphael, Gian Lorenzo Bernini, Caravaggio, Alessandro Algardi, Pinturicchio, Andrea Bregno, Guillaume de Marcillat and Donato Bramante.
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Piazza Di Spagna
20 min
One of the most famous squares in Rome, with the Barcaccia Fountain in the middle. The guide will tell you the history behind this symbol of Rome and you will have time to take some memorable pictures.
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Church of St. Louis of the French
20 min
Not far from Piazza Navona, this is the national church of France in Rome. The French character is visible from the exterior itself, which has several statues recalling national history. The interior also has frescoes by Charles-Joseph Natoire recounting stories of Saint Louis IX, Saint Denis and Clovis. We will also discover here famous paintings by Caravaggio and "Histories of Saint Cecilia" by Domenichino.
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Basilica S. Agostino
10 min
First conceived in 1286, the basilica is known for its roman renaissance architecture style, artwork by artists such as Caravaggio, Raphael, Guercino and Bernini, and for being the burial place of Saint Monica, mother of Saint Augustine of Hippo.
A very prominent work of art presently in the church is the "Madonna di Loreto" in the Cavalletti Chapel, an important early Baroque painting by Caravaggio. -
Piazza Navona
20 min
One of the largest and most beautiful squares in Rome. Defined during the fifteenth century, this Baroque-style square is best known for "Fountain of the Four Rivers" by Bernini.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Rome).
Additional Information
- On this tour, some of the venues or parts of the venue may be subject to last-minute, unpredictable closures. When this occurs, we are happy to offer customers an extended tour in keeping with the advertised total length of the tour.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Private Baroque Walking Tour: Bernini and Caravaggio
Can I cancel Private Baroque Walking Tour: Bernini and Caravaggio for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 2 hours.
Where does it start?
The tour guide will be close to the obelisk in the middle of Piazza del Popolo.
What's included?
- Italian coffee / tea
- Professional guide
What's not included?
- Pick-up / Drop-off
- Personal expenses
- Tips
Which places does it visit?
It visits Chiesa di Santa Maria del Popolo, Piazza Di Spagna, Church of St. Louis of the French, Basilica S. Agostino, Piazza Navona.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English, Italian, Spanish.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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