The Villa Borghese Gardens are Rome’s most famous and expansive public park, offering
a peaceful escape from the bustling city. Covering over 80 hectares, the park features
landscaped gardens, museums, fountains, and scenic walking paths. It’s the perfect place
for families, couples, and travelers to unwind while surrounded by art and nature.
- Visit the Galleria Borghese 🖼️ for world-class art 🎨 by Bernini 👑, Caravaggio, and Raphael ✨🇮🇹
- Stroll 🚶♀️ around the gardens 🌳, ponds 💧, and shaded paths 🌿😌
- Rent a bike 🚲 or electric scooter 🛵 to explore the large park 🗺️💨
- Relax 🧘 by the Pincio Terrace 🔭, which offers stunning views 👀 over Piazza del Popolo 🏘️🤩
- Visit the Bioparco di Roma 🦒, one 🥇 of Italy’s oldest zoological gardens 🐘🦁
- By Metro 🚇: Line A 🚉 to Flaminio 📍 or Spagna Station 🗺️✅
- By Bus 🚌: Routes 🚍 61, 89, or 490 stop near the park entrances 🚪👍
- By Foot 👣: 15-minute walk 🚶♂️ from Piazza di Spagna 🪜⏱️💨
- By Taxi 🚕: Around €10 💰 from central Rome 🏘️✅
- Reserve tickets 🎟️ in advance 📞 if you plan to visit Galleria Borghese 🖼️⏳
- Bring water 💧, especially in summer ☀️, as the park 🌳 is large 🥵🚰
- Ideal ⭐ for picnics 🧺 – pick up snacks 🍎 before entering the park 🛒😋
- The Pincio Terrace 🌅 is perfect 🧡 for sunset photography 📸✨
- 9:00 AM – Enter 🧭 the park 🌳 from Piazza del Popolo entrance 🚪💨
- 9:30 AM – Visit Galleria Borghese 🖼️ for art 🎨 and sculptures 🗿👀
- 11:00 AM – Relax 😌 by the lake 💧 or rent a bike 🚲 to explore 🗺️💚
- 12:30 PM – Enjoy a picnic 🧺 or coffee ☕ at a nearby café 🥐😋👋
