Rome Baroque Art Walking Tour Who Killed Caravaggio

A tour of Rome’s Renaissance and Baroque Art.

Monumental piazzas, baroque marvels, and priceless paintings will reveal their deepest darkest secrets…

But in all this enchantment we shouldn’t forget the main thing: we have a murder to solve!

This is a story of life and death, of one of the greatest painters who’d ever lived- Michelangelo Merisi aka Caravaggio.

Why he’s remembered as the Bad Boy of Baroque, and what makes him so special? Why so much drama in his life, and his paintings? Who were his friends, lovers, and enemies? But above all, we’ll try to find out who killed him.

It’s when the exploration of a city turns into an investigation of a 400-year-old murder case.

You can’t be too sexy to enter the churches therefore shoulders and knees must be covered.

It’s a tip-based tour. The guides work on the ‘Pay-What-You-Want’ tour model which means they work for your tips alone. At the end of the experience you can give your guide what you think the tour was worth.

Piazza della Minerva, near the Pantheon, features Bernini’s Elephant and Obelisk and the Gothic Basilica of Santa Maria sopra Minerva, built over an ancient temple to the goddess Minerva. This compact square beautifully blends Roman history with Baroque art.

Rome’s Pantheon, built around 126 AD, stuns with its giant domed roof and central oculus lighting the space. This ancient temple-turned-church is a masterpiece of engineering and the resting place of famed artist Raphael.

Palazzo Madama in Rome is a historic Baroque palace, originally built in the 16th century, and is now home to the Italian Senate. Known for its elegant design and grand courtyard, it is a prominent example of Roman aristocratic architecture and a symbol of Italy’s political history.

San Luigi dei Francesi, near Piazza Navona in Rome, is famed for its stunning Contarelli Chapel, which houses three masterpieces by Caravaggio depicting the life of St. Matthew. This French national church dazzles with Baroque art and architecture, drawing visitors to marvel at Caravaggio’s dramatic style.

Sant’Agostino, near Piazza Navona, dazzles with Caravaggio’s Madonna di Loreto and Raphael’s fresco of Isaiah, blending Renaissance art with Roman charm in a single stunning space.

The murder scene of Tomassoni, Caravaggio’s victim.

The house of Caravaggio’s most scandalous model, Lena.

The house of the most controversial baroque painter, Caravaggio.

Palazzo Borghese, located near the Spanish Steps in Rome, is a Baroque palace once home to the influential Borghese family.

Il Circolo della Caccia (The Hunting Club) was a secretive, elite club established in the 17th century by the Borghese family, centered in Palazzo Borghese. It was a gathering place for noblemen and intellectuals, where they would engage in discussions, art exhibitions, and private hunting activities. The club was known for its exclusivity, attracting the most influential figures of the time, and is often associated with the Borghese family’s connection to the cultural and political elite.

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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• Licensed local guide
• Engaging and catchy storytelling
• Rare paintings
• A totally new way to interpret art

• It’s a tip-based tour. The guides work for your tips alone.

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