Villa Borghese, Rome: Photos, Reviews & Location

Vast urban park with formally landscaped gardens, a lake & villas now housing important museums.

At a glance

#148 of 280 Tourist attractions in Rome #5 of 39 Parks in Rome

LocalGuideWorld score: 4.60

2.0 km from the center of Rome

Rating breakdown

5 ★73%
4 ★20%
3 ★5%
2 ★1%
1 ★1%

What reviewers talk about

Share of 15 recent reviews that mention each topic.

View20%
Price & value13%
Service & staff13%
Waiting & crowds7%
Location7%
Cleanliness7%

00197 Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome Capital, Italy

060608.it

+39 06 0608

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Quick facts

What is the rating of Villa Borghese?: Villa Borghese is rated 4.6 out of 5 based on 153,369 reviews.
How does Villa Borghese rank in Rome?: Villa Borghese is #148 of 280 Tourist attractions in Rome by LocalGuideWorld score (rating weighted by number of reviews).
Where is Villa Borghese located?: 00197 Rome, Metropolitan City of Rome Capital, Italy — 2.0 km from the center of Rome.
What do visitors mention most about Villa Borghese?: Most often: view, price & value, service & staff (from 15 recent reviews).
How can I contact Villa Borghese?: Phone: +39 06 0608 · Website: 060608.it

Reviews (15)

Gemma Dawes 2023 Nov 11

Amazing 😊
So much to see and do... Perfect for kids you can walk our drive an electric bike for the family.... Also has a zoo very clean and well kept animals the only thing the monkeys did not look do well had skin problems wich was upsetting.... But overall a lovely day experience....

Susan Ferroa 2023 Nov 09

The grounds of Villa Borghese is lovely. It is huge and on a nice, sunny day it is great to walk around. In fact, you will find locals dog walking or running in the park. You can rent bicycles and a pedicabs to ride around. There are a few interesting spots and you need a good map or Google maps to find… for instance the theatre that’s same as London’s Globe… never saw it. But stumbled on the Zoo, the Museum of Modern Art ( outside on main road) and another entrance that had a pond where people can rent boats to row alongside ducks. There are buskers too. A good 2 hours of meandering. If still energetic, walk to Villa Medici and from there, onwards to Spagna or Spanish Steps. You will come across a lovely view of Rome from the top.

Sara Abdo 2023 Nov 08

This is one of my favorite affordable activity in rome , we had a very good time and we took amazing pictures! The boat renter were very nice and friendly.

murside kzr.s 2023 Nov 05

It was a fantastic experience! The boat operators were attentive and helpful. We paid 4 euros per person for 20 minutes. If you’re in Rome, you must see this place before you leave.

Mel G. 2023 Oct 17

Lovely park in the heart of the city.
We rented a golf cart to go around and 1 hour was not even enough to see half of it. Too big to walk around so bicycle or golf cart is a must. And booking in advance is needed. There is also a small pond where you can rent a rowing boat. There are many food trucks where you can buy food, water, snacks etc.
To find a taxi on the way back is a bit of a challenge.

Melis G 2023 Oct 16

Saskia Neville 2023 Sep 08

Big park with plenty of shade and space to walk, away from the hustle and bustle of the city. You can rent a little cycle buggy for 4 people or a boat on the miniature lake. The park itself is very arid and dry this time of year, so bring a blanket if you want to sit on the crispy ground.
At one end an impressive piazza and some small food stands throughout.

A F. (AF) 2023 Aug 15

Wirklich eine sehr schöne Parkanlage in Rom. Extrem weitläufig mit ganz unterschiedlicher Gestaltung. Einige interessante architektonische Bauten.
An manchen Stellen hat man einen tollen Blick von oben auf Rom.
Ich würde empfehlen eines der vielen „Doppelfahrräder“ zu nehmen. Diese haben eine starke elektronische Unterstützung, sodass man problemlos in einer Stunde den ganzen Park erkunden kann.

Marie D 2023 Aug 11

Amazing, big park with breathtaking views of Rome and plenty of shadowy paths to explore. There is a lake in the middle of the park where you can rent a boat. It is a nice and quiet break from the hustle and bustle of the city. It is also possible to rent bikes and bicycle wagons if you are not up for walking and want to explore the whole park. There is a zoo at the norhern part of the park

D Shh 2023 Jul 28

Beautiful. I came here as a tourist just walking around and it was such a relaxing experience. If I was to ever live in Rome, I would go by this place everyday for a walk or for a run. I recommend it if you just need a break and relaxing time.

Claire Sandison Photography 2023 Jun 23

It is an amazing place to sit, keep cool, and breathe after a hectic day; the views across the city are awesome from up there. All I will say is watch out for the rose sellers. They are a nuisance. Don't let them push you into taking a rose. Be stern with them as they are persistent. Other than that the park is beautiful 😍

Manar Nazaryan 2023 Jun 18

Nice escape from the craziness in Rome for a peaceful picnic. So much to see at this park so be prepared to walk walk walk. There are stands for waters and snacks. You can rent quad and double pedal bikes, electric motor assisted! And much much more.

Dee 2023 Jun 13

I really wish we had more time to spend here. The grounds were beautiful. A lot of folks just strolling and picnicking. They also have playgrounds for the children. A lot of fountains, statues, and greenery. We did a guided golf cart tour and briefly drove through the grounds

Ian Martinez 2023 Jun 11

This was a pretty cool place. It's a large 198-acre park in Rome with a pond and lots of walking and biking trails. There's a nice art museum at the main Villa, and other structures throughout the area. It's a nice place to spend an afternoon or an evening away from the crazy crowds in Rome central.

Lania Manu-Paki 2023 May 17

Gorgeous park & gardens in the middle of Rome, full & rich of history - well worth a visit. We hired a 4 wheeled bike for an hour & did the whole park with plenty of stop offs for photos. Lots of people, dogs & families visiting, some having a picnic in the vast grounds.