Caravaggio Guided Tour in Rome - Art, Life & Masterpieces

Learn all about Caravaggio and his art with a professional guide!

Tour Features

Local Guide

Certified Official Guide

Tour Languages

Italian, English, Spanish, French, German

Duration

2 hours and 30 minutes

     Tour Size Options Semi-Private (up to 6 ppl)
Private
    

Itinerary

Once the first church at the entrance to the city, it is now renowned for its remarkable art collection. Marvel at Caravaggio's stunning Baroque canvases, along with works by other masters such as Raphael, Bernini, and more.
Take in the neoclassical design of the urban square and admire the towering Egyptian obelisk that proudly stands at its center.
Visit the national church of France in Rome, situated near Piazza Navona, and admire Caravaggio's masterpiece on the altarpiece.
Admire the renowned Madonna of Loretto painting located in the Cavalletti Chapel of the Church of Sant’Agostino, just a short stroll from Piazza Navona.

Tour Details

Full Description

Discover the stunning masterpieces of Caravaggio on this immersive 2.5-hour walking tour. Accompanied by a professional art historian guide, you will explore his life, works, and the talented painters of the Roman Baroque period. The tour begins at Santa Maria del Popolo Church, where you will view two of Caravaggio's remarkable paintings.

As you continue, you will encounter a variety of ‘in situ’ masterpieces—art pieces that remain in their original locations. Stroll through the Tridente neighborhood, where Caravaggio lived in the 15th century, and see the inspirations behind his iconic works. The journey then takes you to the Church of Saint Louis, where you can admire the exquisite Saint Matthew series altarpiece housed in the National Church of France.

Lastly, enjoy a brief visit to Sant’Agostino to see a hidden gem that’s often overlooked by tourists.