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When daylight fades, postcard Rome clocks off, and a far older, stranger city takes its place.
Join the city’s original and award-winning Rome ghost tour through lamplit piazzas, twisting lanes and quiet corners where the past has an inconvenient habit of lingering.
Led by an expert storyteller, you’ll enter a world of forbidden magic, papal scandal, public executions, deadly ambition and restless spirits. Behind grand façades lie stories Rome would probably prefer you didn’t hear: crimes that became legends, legends that may contain more truth than anyone expected, and several people who took death rather badly.
In a small group of no more than 15, lose yourself in the atmosphere as familiar streets become darker, stranger and far more interesting. Expect suspense, vivid storytelling and sharp humour as haunted Rome slowly reveals itself.
Come curious. Leave looking over your shoulder, and wondering what else may be walking home with you.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Your guide will be waiting in front of the statue in the middle of Campo De'Fiori, holding a sign saying "Rome's Dark Side - Ghosts & Legends"
We will end by Castel Sant'Angelo - your guide will give any directions needed to get to anywhere you need to be.
Itinerary
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1Campo De' Fiori
Our guide will meet you and begin the tour here with our first story - be prepared!
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Piazza Farnese
Learn the history of this renaissance palace and its surroundings, with some hidden tales not usually told
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
On Rome's dark backstreets, hear a tale of an 18th Century magician, who is it said still haunts the area today
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Ponte Sisto
Discover the tale of the woman who ruled Rome, her rise to power, and why it's said that she haunts the bridge to this day
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Chiesa di Santa Maria dell'Orazione e Morte
Hear tales of a mysterious order of monks with a rather macabre task
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Via di Monserrato
Discover one of history's worst prisons, as well as the history of the most notorious Pope - and his family - as well as how he haunts the area now.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
7Via dei Banchi Vecchi
See the modern gelato shop that was once a very different business, run by one of history's most prolific poisoners.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8
Discover the story of Rome's most famous executioner, at his house.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
9Castel Sant'Angelo
At our last stop, we discover the history of Castel Sant'Angelo, from its origins as an Emperor's tomb to being the site of executions. Hear one of Rome's most tragic tales that happened right here.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Rating
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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