Caravaggio Uncovered: A Private Guided Tour of His Life and Masterpieces in Rome






Explore Caravaggio's life and masterpieces in Rome with a private guided tour, visiting key locations and iconic artworks that showcase his dramatic influence on Baroque art.
Tour Features
Local Guide
Certified Official Guide
Tour Languages
English, Italian, Spanish, French, German
Duration
3 hours or more
Tour Size Options
Private
Skip the Line
And save time
Pickup from
Airport, Port, Hotel
Tour Details
Full Description
Led by an art historia, this fascinating journey through Rome, tracing the life and masterpieces of the renowned artist Caravaggio on a private guided tour. This exclusive experience takes you to key locations in the Eternal City that played a significant role in the life and work of this revolutionary Baroque painter. Your expert guide will share the rich history behind Caravaggio's dramatic rise to fame, his tumultuous life, and his contributions to the art world.
Visit the places where Caravaggio lived, worked, and found inspiration, including the churches and galleries that house his iconic works. Stand before masterpieces like The Calling of Saint Matthew at San Luigi dei Francesi, The Madonna of Pilgrims at Sant'Agostino, and the Conversion of Saint Paul in Santa Maria del Popolo. Discover the stories behind these powerful paintings, renowned for their intense realism and dramatic use of light and shadow.
As you explore these historic sites, your guide will delve into Caravaggio's personal struggles, his controversial deeds, and the lasting impact he had on art. This standard tour is 3 hour long but it is fully customizable end expandable to a full-day, allowing you to add more artworks and locations such as Judith Beheading Holofernes at the Galleria Nazionale d'Arte Antica, the Flight to Egypt at the Pamphili Gallery or focus on the locations and works that intrigue you most, ensuring an intimate and enriching experience of Caravaggio’s life and art in Rome
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