Caravaggio's Art and Life Private Walking Tour in Rome

Highlights

Reiseverlauf

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   Basilica of Santa Maria del Popolo

   Explore the secrets of Caravaggio’s art on a 3-hour walking tour guided by an experienced art historian. Learn about the innovations and controversies of Italy’s most famous Early-Baroque painter Michelangelo Merisi (1573-1610), known as Caravaggio. Start at Santa Maria del Popolo, where it will be possible to consider the Baroque period under a wide point of view, as well as getting to know the main themes Caravaggio dealt with. In fact, this church hosts two paintings by Caravaggio, juxtaposed to the work of his stylistic rival Annibale Carracci. After a walk that through Piazza del Popolo, the tour will reach the Tridente, the district where Caravaggio used to live and work. In this picturesque neighborhood you will hear about his method in depth. Learn about his scholarship and the controversies that went hand in hand with Caravaggio throughout his career.

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   Church of Saint Louis of the French

   Next your adventure through the life and work of Caravaggio goes on with a visit to San Luigi dei Francesi, church of the French Congregation in Rome and home to Caravaggio’s first public altarpiece, the breath-taking series on Saint Matthew. Here, your guide will point out the main features that made Caravaggio one of the most innovative painters of all time. Learn about how he emphasized the contrast between light and dark thanks to his masterful and powerful use of chiaroscuro.

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   Basilica di Sant'Agostino

   Before the end of our journey, there’s still time to feast your eyes on a rarely-visited late work by Caravaggio, in the church of Sant’Agostino. Under the guidance of a Master or PhD level art historian, this walking tour offers a complete understanding of the peculiar style of Caravaggio, as well as a giving you a chance to know several other amazing artists that livened up the Baroque period in Rome.

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Treffpunkt

Piazza del Popolo, at the foot of the obelisk

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Abholung

• Alle treffen sich am Startpunkt

Gut zu wissen

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
• A moderate amount of walking is involved please wear comfortable shoes
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted
• One per booking

Stornierung und Erstattung

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.