PLAN YOUR VISIT

How to plan your day visiting the Borghese Park

Apollo and Daphne story

Apollo and Daphne: All about the Story & Sculpture

The Apollo and Daphne myth dates back to Greek mythology. It is also the inspiration for the stunning baroque marble Apollo and Daphne Bernini sculpture. The story can be found in the Apollo and Daphne Ovid verses in Book 1 of the famous Metamorphosis. Despite its ancient origins, the myth is very much one that [...]

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Villa Torlonia in Rome

Villa Torlonia Museum: All about Mussolini House in Rome

The beautiful Villa Torlonia and its annex the Casina Delle Civette is a lesser known but no less impressive Rome attraction. Located a short walk from the Villa Borghese, the lush grounds alone are a reason to visit. The Villa gets its name from the Torlonia family - a wealthy family who had made their [...]

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Macro Rome Museum

Museum of Contemporary Art of Rome: All about Macro Rome

If you’re in Rome for any extended period of time, you might decide you want a break from ancient Roman art. There are a couple of options in Rome for modern art, including the MAXXI Rome, and the subject of this article - the MACRO Rome The Museum of Modern Art in Rome is - [...]

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Villa Giulia Museum

Villa Giulia in Rome History, Events, Map & Tickets

The Rome Villa Giulia was commissioned by Pope Julius III in the mid 16th century. It was designed as a special place in which to relax, and at the time was at the edge of what was then Rome. One door opened out into the city, the other side opened to the countryside! Pope Julius [...]

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Piazza del Popolo in Rome

Piazza del Popolo Rome: Hotels to Stay & Top Attractions

This huge Piazza del Popolo square can be found just inside the Aurelian Walls of Rome. It means “People’s Square” but actually got the name from the poplar trees that are found in the square. Others say it was because it was paid for by the money of the Roman people. Known for being one [...]

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Temple of Asclepius Rome

Asclepius Temple in Rome – Villa Borghese Visiting Tips

The Temple of Asclepius Rome is the beauty of the world. It tends to attract the tourist by its dazzling beauty. It might be true that this place is exotic but the Temple of Asclepius is worth seeing. The Villa Borghese Park is free to enter. So visiting the Temple of Asclepius don’t require a [...]

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Casina Valadier daylight

Casina Valadier Restaurant Rome to chill out at Sunset

Casina Valadier Restaurant in Rome is one of the fine dining that sparkles the evening. The beautiful design shady terrace presents the grand view of the whole city. The most desirable Italian dining that shows the full montage of city rooftops. The place is perfect for every kind of business meeting, marriages, lunches, events, and [...]

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best bars near villa borghese

Where to have a Drink in the Best Bars near Villa Borghese?

Traipsing around the Villa Borghese at the height of summer can have even the most intrepid traveller craving a cool drink. On the other hand, perhaps you are just fed up of all the tourists and are seeking somewhere at which to enjoy a glass of wine? Whatever your preference we are here to help [...]

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borghese gardens restaurant villa

Borghese Gardens Restaurants and Cafes: where to Relax and have Lunch

Stuffed with museums and sculptures the Borghese Gardens is a former vineyard and formal garden covering over eighty hectares! Winding your way through the lush gardens or exploring the museums will certainly have you working up an appetite. Make sure to stop off at one of these cafes or restaurants in Villa Borghese Rome to get a [...]

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Restaurants near Villa Borghese

Restaurants near the Villa Borghese: Best Carbonara, Pizza or Gelato

Whether you are grabbing a quick bite between sights or lingering over 3 courses and a bottle of wine, Rome’s restaurants leave you spoiled for choice!  The Villa Borghese area is no exception, with a list of great restaurants and cafes boasting delicious Italian fayre. Our guide will help you plan your meals around the [...]

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