Explore the Vatican’s most mysterious and symbolic public landmarks at your own pace with this self-guided audio experience. Unlike traditional tours, you’ll uncover the stories hidden in plain sight across St. Peter’s Square —no tickets, no crowds, just scary storytelling in free, public spaces. Learn the dark secrets of the Vatican!
Highlights
45 minutes
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
45 minutes
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
7-day tour access code for your device
Self-guided audio tour
Awesome, scary stories anchored in history
GPS-friendly story locations
High quality audio tracks for each stop
Admission to any restricted or ticketed Vatican sites
Transportation
Meeting Points
Departure
Obelisk of Jesus
Locate the Egyptian obelisk at the center of St. Peter’s Square. This is a self-guided audio tour—start on your phone when you arrive. No guide or staff. Stay in public areas, do not enter buildings. No equipment provided. To begin, follow instructions on voucher.
Return
Fontana delle Tiare
The tour concludes at the Fontana delle Tiare, located near the south-east corner of St. Peter’s Square along Largo del Colonnato. This fountain sits just outside the main colonnade and is visible from the square’s perimeter.
Itinerary
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Vatican City
Travelers will explore the publicly accessible exterior areas of Vatican City, including landmarks and monuments visible from St. Peter’s Square. All stops are located in open, public spaces with no entry tickets or guided access required.
45 minutes
Dark Secrets of the Vatican - Walking Tour (Self-Guided Audio)
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Vatican City
About
Explore the Vatican’s most mysterious and symbolic public landmarks at your own pace with this self-guided audio experience. Unlike traditional tours, you’ll uncover the stories hidden in plain sight across St. Peter’s Square —no tickets, no crowds, just scary storytelling in free, public spaces. Learn the dark secrets of the Vatican!
Highlights
45 minutes
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
45 minutes
Offered in English
Non-refundable
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
7-day tour access code for your device
Self-guided audio tour
Awesome, scary stories anchored in history
GPS-friendly story locations
High quality audio tracks for each stop
Admission to any restricted or ticketed Vatican sites
Transportation
Meeting Points
Departure
Obelisk of Jesus
Locate the Egyptian obelisk at the center of St. Peter’s Square. This is a self-guided audio tour—start on your phone when you arrive. No guide or staff. Stay in public areas, do not enter buildings. No equipment provided. To begin, follow instructions on voucher.
Return
Fontana delle Tiare
The tour concludes at the Fontana delle Tiare, located near the south-east corner of St. Peter’s Square along Largo del Colonnato. This fountain sits just outside the main colonnade and is visible from the square’s perimeter.
