Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Discover the chilling true stories behind Rome’s most haunted sites on the city’s original and award-winning ghost tour.
Led by expert storytellers, this after-dark walk through Rome’s eerie backstreets uncovers tales of murder, betrayal, and restless spirits.
Hear the tragic story of Giordano Bruno, burned alive in Campo de’ Fiori, and the legend of Donna Olimpia, the powerful noblewoman whose ghost is said to haunt the Vatican's nightmares and the city streets.
Visit a macabre church filled with skulls and secrets, and learn about poisoners, mystics, and popes who refused to stay dead.
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Led by award-winning guides and professional storytellers
Small Group of maximum 15 people
English Speaking Expert Guide
Entertainment and Chills
Food and drink - a break stop will be offered at a cafe
Gratuities (optional)
Meeting Points
Departure
Campo de' Fiori
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"
Return
St. Angelo Bridge
We will end by Castel Sant'Angelo - your guide will give any directions needed to get to anywhere you need to be.
Rome's Dark Side Ghosts and Legends Tour
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About
**AirBnB Award Winning Tour**
Discover the chilling true stories behind Rome’s most haunted sites on the city’s original and award-winning ghost tour.
Led by expert storytellers, this after-dark walk through Rome’s eerie backstreets uncovers tales of murder, betrayal, and restless spirits.
Hear the tragic story of Giordano Bruno, burned alive in Campo de’ Fiori, and the legend of Donna Olimpia, the powerful noblewoman whose ghost is said to haunt the Vatican's nightmares and the city streets.
Visit a macabre church filled with skulls and secrets, and learn about poisoners, mystics, and popes who refused to stay dead.
Highlights
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
2 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Led by award-winning guides and professional storytellers
Small Group of maximum 15 people
English Speaking Expert Guide
Entertainment and Chills
Food and drink - a break stop will be offered at a cafe
Gratuities (optional)
Meeting Points
Departure
Campo de' Fiori
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"
Return
St. Angelo Bridge
We will end by Castel Sant'Angelo - your guide will give any directions needed to get to anywhere you need to be.
Itinerary
1
Campo de' Fiori
Our guide will meet you and begin the tour here with our first story - be prepared!
10 minutes
2
Piazza Farnese
Learn the history of this renaissance palace and its surroundings, with some hidden tales not usually told
10 minutes
3
Vicolo delle Grotte
On Rome's dark backstreets, hear a tale of an 18th Century magician, who is it said still haunts the area today
10 minutes
4
Ponte 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
5
Via Giulia
Hear tales of a mysterious order of monks with a rather macabre task
15 minutes
6
Via 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
7
Via 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
8
Via del Banco di Santo Spirito
Discover the story of Rome's most famous executioner, at his house.
15 minutes
9
Castel 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.
