Dark Rome: Ghosts, Legends, and Urban Myths

Uncover Rome’s eerie secrets with a ghost tour blending history, humor, and horror. Explore urban legends and dark tales. Tip-based adventure awaits.

Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Castel Sant’Angelo - Originally constructed as Emperor Hadrian’s mausoleum, Castel Sant’Angelo in Rome later became a fortress, papal residence, and prison. Its impressive cylindrical design and the rooftop statue of the Archangel Michael make it one of Rome’s most iconic landmarks along the Tiber River.
  • St. Angelo Bridge - Ponte Sant’Angelo…
What's Included
  • Walking tour
  • Licensed tour guide
  • Haunted places
  • Urban legends and ghost stories
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • It’s a tip-based tour. The guides work for your tips alone.
  • Private transportation
Additional Information

This tour is not advised for children under 12 years old.
Explore the most chilling stories of the Eternal City.
A carefully curated collection of obscure scary facts, urban legends, and ghost stories, all enhanced with a touch of dark humor.
All the information shared is supported by solid historical evidence.
Learn about:

  • The kindest executioner who…
Location
St. Angelo Bridge
Ponte Sant'Angelo
The meeting point is right in front of the Castle Sant'Angelo entrance, by the bridge Sant'Angelo. The guide will hold a tour sign with the name of the tour.
Cancellation Policy

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

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Shane
Apr 6, 2025
Great tour - Was a great walking tour with very interesting history. About 90 minutes long and the tour guide works off tips. Make sure to tip well. Would highly recommend
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Bruna
Mar 23, 2025
Interesting and curious - It was a great view of the mystery present in Rome. Ian was a very didactic and intelligent guide. He spoke of the facts with mastery and knowledge. Removing all doubts along the way
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Gradonsky
Mar 22, 2025
Amazing tour - The tour was so awesome, really! Ivan is a great tour guide and I totally recommend you guys to go on this tour if you visit Rome!
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Chrisry9227zq
Mar 21, 2025
Ghost and Legends tour - Really fun and interesting tour. Ivan was a great guide. A great way to spend an evening Rome. Would definitely recommend.
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Gloriannaj2022
Mar 19, 2025
Excellent guide - IRAN WAS AN EXCELLENT TOUR GUIDE, WITH VERY GOOD EXPLANATION, WE LEFT ROME VERY HAPPY FOR HANERNOS SCORED ON HIS TOUR
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Karen
Mar 9, 2025
Unexpected adventure in Rome!!!! - People!!!!! WONDERFUL!!!!!!! The tour is full of history and amazing stories!!!! Ivan was our guide and he is simply perfect!!! It was so much fun! Fantastic blend of fear, culture and laughter!!!!!
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Agustinami3489la
Feb 13, 2025
Excellent guide, excellent experience - The tour was excellent thanks to Iran, his passion for this city can be seen in every word that comes out of his mouth. A success. I always recommend it.
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Megstoriches
Feb 9, 2025
Fabulous Tour! - Ivan was a fantastic tour guide! The stories were so interesting, my husband and I loved this tour. Definitely recommend if you have any interest in the dark side of Rome.
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389montserrata
Feb 7, 2025
Wowowowoow - They are very passionate and have a very entertaining and captivating storytelling ability. Definitely a great way to appreciate blunt from another look... mysterious, chilling, B-side just as real as A. It's worth it.
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Josefinah407
Feb 7, 2025
Otherworldly stories! - Too entertaining!!!! Very interesting and the Iran guide excellent, stories not heard on a traditional tour, good duration and excellent stories. Nothing to say, 10000% recommended!!!
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