The Borghese Villa and Park were created between 1613 and 1615 by Vasanzio for Cardinal Scipione Borghese, nephew of Pope Paul V. Cardinal Scipione Borghese was the talent scout for Bernini and the greatest art collector of his time. The villa was planned to house the Cardinal's incredible collection of works of art. Also known as Casino Borghese, meaning summer pleasure house, the villa was never intended to live in.

The collection of sculpture and paintings of the Borghese Gallery is second only to that of the Vatican. You can admire amazing sculptures by Bernini and Canova and the greatest paintings by artists such as Raphael, Titian, Domenichino, Rubens and the widest display of Caravaggio's masterpieces. It is not to be missed - and is an unforgettable experience for art lovers.

The Villa architecture is perfectly harmonized with its surrounding "gardens of delights," probably Rome's most beautiful city park. In 1901, the Villa and the Park were acquired by the Italian Government who donated the park to the city of Rome.

The walk to the Pincio from the Borghese Villa is enchanting and the view from the Pincio terrace is one of the best in Rome.