Table of Contents
- 1. Where to book official tickets
- 2. Official prices and reservation fee
- 3. Who qualifies for reduced or free entry?
- 4. What does admission include?
- 5. Before you pay
- 6. Step-by-step: how to book
- 7. Ticket types compared
Where to book official tickets
Start with the official Borghese Gallery ticket information. The official site links to its purchase channel and also lists telephone booking on +39 06 32810, Monday–Friday 09:30–18:00. The museum warns that unauthorised sellers may add large mark-ups.
Reservation is mandatory for all visitors. A ticket is tied to a time; there is no official skip-the-line product because all entries follow the scheduled admission system.
Official prices and reservation fee
| Question | What to know |
|---|---|
| Full admission | €16 plus the mandatory €2 reservation fee |
| Final 17:45 entry | €11 full admission plus reservation fee; this is a shorter visit |
| EU ages 18–25 | €2 reduced admission plus €2 reservation fee, with eligibility proof |
| Under 18 | Free admission, but the €2 reservation fee and timed booking still apply |
| Temporary exhibitions | Included in the single ticket; the official price may change during exhibitions |
These are the rates published by the Gallery’s official ticket page, checked October 2026. Verify the checkout total for your date before paying.
Who qualifies for reduced or free entry?
The €2 reduction covers eligible EU citizens aged 18–25, together with categories recognised through reciprocal arrangements or qualifying residence permits. Under-18s and specified study or teaching categories can receive free admission. Eligibility details are precise: read the official list and bring the required original proof.
On the first Sunday of each month and institutional free days, admission is free but a €2 reservation is still required. The official site says these bookings open ten days ahead, and last-minute tickets are not offered on those days.
What does admission include?
- Timed access to the permanent collection across the visitor route.
- Temporary exhibitions operating during the visit, under the single-ticket policy.
- No automatic live guide unless your product explicitly includes one.
- No special queue bypass: security and scheduled entry still apply.
Commercial guided tours can cost more because they add a guide, hosting or different cancellation conditions. Compare the actual inclusions, not only the ticket label.
Before you pay
- Confirm date, entry time and visitor names.
- Select only reductions you can prove.
- Check whether the product is admission, hosted entry or a guided tour.
- Read cancellation and amendment conditions.
- Save the confirmation offline and follow its arrival instructions.
Step-by-step: how to book
The exact screens on the official booking channel can change, but the general sequence is consistent. Always confirm the final checkout details against the official ticket page.
- Open the official ticket information page and follow the link to the booking channel, or call +39 06 32810, Monday–Friday, 09:30–18:00.
- Choose your date and an available entry time.
- Select the correct category for each visitor (full, reduced, free) and have proof of eligibility ready.
- Review the order total, including the mandatory €2 reservation fee per ticket.
- Enter visitor names and contact details exactly as required; this can matter for ID checks on arrival.
- Pay and save the confirmation; read any arrival or print instructions it contains.
Ticket types compared
| Ticket type | Who it is for | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Full admission | Most adult visitors | €16 plus the €2 reservation fee |
| Final 17:45 entry | Visitors with a shorter time budget | €11 full price plus reservation fee; last entry of the day |
| EU ages 18–25 reduced | Eligible young EU visitors | €2 reduced price plus €2 reservation fee, with proof |
| Under-18 free | Children and teenagers | No admission charge, but the €2 reservation fee and timed booking still apply |
| First-Sunday / free-day entry | Any eligible visitor on that date | Free admission, €2 reservation fee, bookings open ten days ahead, no last-minute tickets |
These categories and the figures are published on the official ticket page, checked October 2026; always verify the total shown at checkout for your chosen date.
Official visitor and ticket information checked October 2026. Prices, exhibitions, room displays and entry arrangements can change; confirm your selected date before travel.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a Borghese Gallery ticket in 2026?
The official full price is €16 plus a mandatory €2 reservation fee. The final 17:45 entry has an €11 full price and a shorter visit. Check for exhibition-related changes.Is booking mandatory?
Yes. Every visitor needs a timed reservation, including under-18s and visitors using free-entry categories.Who gets the €2 reduced ticket?
Eligible EU citizens aged 18–25 and specified equivalent categories can qualify, with proof. Read the official eligibility list before booking.Are temporary exhibitions included?
Yes, the Gallery states that temporary exhibitions are included in the single ticket, although the admission price can change during them.Does the Gallery sell skip-the-line tickets?
No. The official site states that no skip-the-line service exists; everyone enters according to the timed system and security rules.What are the main steps to book a ticket?
Open the official ticket page or call the official booking line, choose a date and time, select the correct visitor category with proof if required, review the total including the reservation fee, and save your confirmation.What is the difference between full and reduced tickets?
Full admission is €16 plus the €2 reservation fee. The €2 reduced rate applies only to specific eligible categories, such as EU citizens aged 18–25, who must show proof; under-18s receive free admission but still pay the reservation fee.Related Borghese Gallery guides
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