ARTS & CULTURE
Duration
Half day
Ideal time to visit
All year round
Price guide
Step into the golden age of the Italian Renaissance with this exclusive private tour of Rome’s palaces and villas. Guided by a professional art historian, you’ll explore the opulent world of the city’s most influential families—the Farnese, Chigi, and others—who shaped the cultural and political life of 16th-century Europe. Discover masterpieces by Michelangelo and Raphael, stroll elegant Renaissance streets, and learn how art became the ultimate expression of power and prestige. Perfect for art lovers and history enthusiasts, this tour reveals a side of Rome that few travelers experience.
Begin your journey through Renaissance Rome in the lively area where powerful northern Italian families built their stately homes. Discover how the rebirth of classical ideals influenced art, architecture, and philosophy.
Admire the monumental Palazzo Farnese (exterior), an icon of Renaissance architecture. Learn about the Farnese dynasty and how their legacy intertwined with the papacy and artistic patronage.
Continue your walk past the refined Palazzo Cancelleria and along Via Giulia, designed by Bramante as a model Renaissance street—an elegant showcase of Rome’s transformation into a cultural capital.
Conclude your experience inside Villa Farnesina, a true Renaissance gem. Marvel at Raphael’s masterpieces, including The Triumph of Galatea and the Cupid and Psyche fresco cycle. Enjoy an intimate encounter with the art, beauty, and spirit of the High Renaissance.
" Curated journeys designed for those who appreciate beauty, culture, and effortless elegance. "
This is a fully private tour, ensuring a personalized and in-depth experience.
Yes, children interested in art and history are welcome.
Some sites, like Palazzo Farnese, are viewed from the outside due to access restrictions, while Villa Farnesina is included for a full interior visit.