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Raphael's Tour in Rome – Materpieces, Stories and Life Locations
Private
On raphaeltours.com we mainly offer private experiences. This means that the tour is not shared with other guests and can always be tailored to your needs upon request.
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Raphael's Tour in Rome – Materpieces, Stories and Life Locations
Private
On raphaeltours.com we mainly offer private experiences. This means that the tour is not shared with other guests and can always be tailored to your needs upon request.
Starting at
Book now85 €100 $74 £139 CA$151 A$per person
Tour Description
Discover Raphael’s masterpieces in Rome on a private half-day or full-day tour. Visit the Pantheon, Santa Maria del Popolo, Villa Farnesina, Vatican Raphael Rooms, and Pinacoteca, exploring the Renaissance genius’s life, art, and legacy.
Key Information
- Experience Private, Walking, By Car, By Minivan
- Guided by Licensed national tour guide
- Duration 3 hours
- Starting times (Customizable) Morning, Afternoon
- Languages English, Italian, Spanish, French, German
- Pickup available Upon request
Highlights
- Visit Raphael’s tomb at the Pantheon
- Admire the Chigi Chapel in Santa Maria del Popolo
- Discover Raphael’s frescoes at Villa Farnesina
- See the masterpieces in Santa Maria della Pace
- Explore the famous Raphael Rooms (Stanze) in the Vatican Museums (full-day option)
- View Raphael’s celebrated paintings in the Pinacoteca Vaticana (full-day option)
- Learn about Raphael’s life, patrons, and influence during the Renaissance
- Flexible choice of half-day or full-day private tour
Itinerary
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Half-Day Tour (3 hours)
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Pantheon – Begin at Raphael’s tomb inside one of Rome’s most iconic monuments.
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Santa Maria del Popolo – Admire the Chigi Chapel, designed by Raphael for his wealthy patron.
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Santa Maria della Pace – Discover Raphael’s delicate frescoes adorning this Renaissance gem.
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Villa Farnesina – Conclude with the magnificent frescoes commissioned by Agostino Chigi, showcasing Raphael’s mastery of mythological themes.
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Full-Day Tour (6–7 hours)
Includes all the half-day highlights plus:
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Vatican Museums – Enter the Raphael Rooms (Stanze), where his frescoes depict theology, philosophy, and art in breathtaking harmony.
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Pinacoteca Vaticana – Admire Raphael’s masterpieces, including his altarpieces and celebrated paintings, reflecting his artistic evolution.
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Free time for lunch between visits (your guide will suggest authentic local restaurants).
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Full Description
Follow in the footsteps of one of the Renaissance’s greatest masters on a private tour dedicated to Raphael’s life, locations, and artworks in Rome. Available as a half-day (3 hours) or a full-day experience, this tour immerses you in the genius of Raphael through the masterpieces and sites that shaped his artistic journey.
The half-day tour begins at the Pantheon, where Raphael himself rests in an honored tomb. From there, admire the harmonious beauty of the Chigi Chapel in Santa Maria del Popolo, designed by Raphael and completed by later masters. Continue to the Church of Santa Maria della Pace, where Raphael’s graceful frescoes celebrate elegance and balance. End the morning with the magnificent fresco cycles at the Villa Farnesina, a masterpiece of Renaissance painting commissioned by the wealthy banker Agostino Chigi.
For a deeper exploration, the full-day option extends your journey into the Vatican Museums, where Raphael’s famed Stanze (Raphael Rooms) reveal his vision of theology, philosophy, and the arts. The visit also includes the Pinacoteca Vaticana, home to some of his most celebrated altarpieces and panel paintings.
This tour offers an unforgettable encounter with Raphael’s legacy, blending history, art, and beauty at the heart of Rome.
Tour Gallery
A collection of photos showcasing the tour experience and destinations
Group photos taken during our tours are property of Raphael Tours and Events. Unauthorized usage outside of this website is strictly prohibited.
What is included
Included
- Private, professional licensed guide
- Entrance tickets to the Pantheon (half-day and full-day)
- Entrance tickets to Villa Farnesina (half-day and full-day)
- Priority admission to the Vatican Museums including the Raphael Rooms and Pinacoteca (full-day option)
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