3-hour walking tour
Trace the steps of Caravaggio, the Cursed Painter, through his incredible works of art.
Explore the Doria Pamphilj Gallery in via del Corso. Here, in the four wings looking into the internal courtyard with its splendid arches, is located the best part of the art collection: Caravaggio, Velázquez, Raphael, Titian and all the European masters. Then admire other masterpieces by Caravaggio, such as the famous "Madonna of the Pilgrims" or the paintings of the Contarelli Chapel, by visiting one of these splendid churches: San Luigi dei Francesi or Sant'Agostino, on a journey through art and history*.
*Depending on the liturgical celebrations, you will visit one of these two churches: San Luigi dei Francesi or Sant'Agostino.
Some of the most representative pictures of this tour
Discover the main stops of this tour
Among the many masterpieces housed in the Doria Pamphilj Gallery it is impossible not to mention three stunning canvases by the Caravaggio: the Penitent Magdalene, the Rest on the Flight into Egypt and St. John the Baptist.
Dated 1650, it is considered the masterpiece of the Doria Pamphilj Gallery collection. In fact, this powerful image portrays the face, and even soul, of the pope with such great realism that many artists and art critics repute it as the finest portrait ever created. The painting is displayed in a special room called The Velázquez Cabinet.
The Aldobrandini Room is the backdrop for this austere double portrait of great stylistic restraint representing two figures whose identity is still a mystery.
Some useful information for your experience
Expert and licensed guide, entrance ticket, full on-site assistance, sterilized earphones (from 5 people upwards).
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