Rome by Night Walking Tour - Legends & Criminal Stories

4.3
(1,000 reviews)

1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

Summon the specters of the Dark Ages and rediscover the history Rome would rather forget. This night-time tour combines eerie sights you won’t see on other tours, dark tales spun by a master storyteller and unique views of famous monuments, including Corso Vittorio Emanuele II, Campo de’ Fiori and Castel Sant’Angelo.

What's Included

Walking Tour of Rome by Night
English-speaking guide
Hotel pickup and drop off

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The tour starts from steps of the church San Andrea della Valle located on Corso Vittorio Emanuele II, about 150 metres from Largo di Torre Argentina on the left hand side heading towards the Tiber river. The church is located right next to Piazza Vidoni.

End point

Public transport and taxis are easily accessible

Itinerary

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
  • (Pass by)

    Between the glory days of the Roman Empire and the beauty of the Italian Renaissance, medieval Rome was a city of desperation and suspicion. Your expert local guide will reintroduce you to monuments you thought you knew, transformed by night-time illuminations, and describe how they were desecrated by citizens desperate for something to sell.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    You’ll also hear about the Inquisition that turned neighbor against neighbor, roasted heretics on spits, and tried to suppress crime by hanging paintings of the Virgin Mary on street corners.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    Dark times give rise to dark legends, and your guide, an experienced storyteller, will share some of these too.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    As you traverse the Tiber river to enjoy some of Rome’s gorgeous piazzas without the heat and crowds of the daytime, you’ll hear the tale of the bridge haunted by a young girl tragically wronged by her family and the Pope.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    At the house of Rome’s most notorious murderer, your guide will reveal what made this bloody figure surprisingly empathetic. Whether you’re here for hidden history, love legends and hauntings, or just want to sightsee without the usual crowds, this night tour is sure to reveal another side of Rome.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by City Wonders Ltd

Tags

Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Ghost Tours
City Tours
Viator Plus
Excellent Quality
Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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