About this experience
Join this Caravaggio Rome tour for exclusive-access to an art restoration lab. In the lab, you'll enjoy a relaxed aperitif with the master-artisans who have restored Caravaggio's masterpieces. On your way, you'll visit the churches which house Caravaggio's most moving artworks in Rome — including 'Madonna of Loreto', which the team restored.
Discover the secrets of the tricky business of art restoration in this all-female, art restoration lab. They hold the honor of being one of two labs in the entire world who have restored three Caravaggio paintings. Hear their story of the public restoration of Caravaggio's 'Madonna of Loreto' in the church of Sant' Agostino. You'll see the master artisans in action, restoring some of the current 16th century paintings in their workshop.
Before the lab, you'll visit the church of Sant' Agostino and see the 'Madonna of Loreto', one of the Caravaggio's the lab restored. Then, you'll visit the masterful St. Matthew series at San Luigi dei Francesi.
At a glance
- Duration: 2 hr 30 min
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 2 hr 30 min for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What is included
- A complimentary aperitif
- Exclusive, behind-the-scenes access to top art restoration lab
- Full tour from an expert guide
Not included
- Gratuities
- Hotel pick-up and return
Itinerary and highlights
Stand before Caravaggio's amazing painting of St Mary of the pilgrims, most loved by Romans and most admired by visitors. This painting has been restored by the restorers of the lab we visit at the end of the tour
Experience the compelling drama of Caravaggio’s series from the life of St. Matthew. Watch age, youth, poetry and pity, dance together in these moving works.
Enjoy VIP access to an art restoration lab and discover the secrets of the tricky business of art restoration. Meet the master artisan/scientists who’ve restored 3 Caravaggio paintings. Enjoy a complimentary aperitif at the tour’s close.
The Pantheon is the world’s best-preserved Roman Temple; a wholly unique monument, then and now.
Meeting and pickup information
- Just outside the Church of St Augustine in Rome City Center
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Italian — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- RomaExperience Tours
Accessibility and practical details
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
Cancellation policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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