Haunted Rome Tour: Dark Secrets and Ghost Tales

Explore Rome’s haunted past with chilling tales of ghosts, crimes, and executions. Discover secrets hidden in the city’s shadowy alleys.

Duration: 1 hour, 20 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Castel Sant’Angelo - At Castel Sant’Angelo, visitors can delve into its rich history and significance. The site offers insights into the executions that occurred there, highlighting its past as a prison and place of punishment. The fortified corridor, the Passetto di Borgo, which links the castle to the Vatican, is also discussed, emphasizing its…
What's Included
  • Haunted tour with a local guide
What's Not Included
  • Food or drink if we stop at bars is not included
Additional Information

Join us for an unparalleled haunted tour of Rome! Delve into the city’s most sinister tales—gruesome crimes, spine-chilling ghost stories, and harsh executions—while exploring the history of the Roman Empire and the Renaissance. Wander through dimly lit alleys, listen to stories of vengeful spirits, and discover the eerie secrets concealed behind Rome’s…

Location
Via del Banco di Santo Spirito, 25
Via del Banco di Santo Spirito
There is a barbershop (will be closed) with a big sign that says “BARBIERE” at number 25 via del Banco di Santo Spirito 25.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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833siljei
Feb 5, 2026
Emily gives the most breathtaking Roman tours - A Must-Do Night Tour in Rome This was an unforgettable experience. Emilie’s enthusiasm and deep knowledge made the tour both educational and fun. You can truly feel her love for Rome, and it adds so much to the experience. Seeing the city at night was breathtaking⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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L4431kfjennyl
Jan 28, 2026
An evening to remember in Rome. - We had a wonderful time on this night tour. Emilie was warm, enthusiastic, and incredibly informative. Exploring Rome at night while learning about its history and culture made the experience truly unique. We loved every moment. Jannie
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Flyer22272190826
Jan 27, 2026
Magical, fun and insightful experience of the eternal city - The tour with Emily was amazing. An amazing evening tour of Rome. Emilie’s passion and expertise were evident throughout, and her storytelling paired perfectly with the city’s stunning nighttime ambiance. I felt very comfortable and at ease with Emily's calm and enthusiastic presence.
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Piaki2156pj
Jan 25, 2026
Best tour in Rome🤌🏻 - It was incredible! And Emily/Emilie was amazing 😻 I would really recommend Emilie as your tour guide!! Such a beautiful girl and soul🤩✨
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Tanjaka51um
Jan 25, 2026
Fantastic guide and beautiful night views - This tour was absolutely fantastic. Our guide Emilie was engaging and clearly loves Rome, which made the experience even more enjoyable. Walking through the city at night, learning new things, and soaking in the atmosphere was simply amazing. Highly recommended!
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660fredrikb
Jan 25, 2026
Perfect evening!🥳 - We had an absolutely wonderful experience on Emilie's night tour in Rome. She has such a warm and engaging personality that immediately made us feel comfortable and excited to explore. Her passion really shines through in her fascinating and insightful information, making the tour not just educational but truly captivating. Emilie’s enthusiasm and love for Rome brought the history and beauty of the city to life in a way that was unforgettable. Thanks to her, the evening was incredibly special and memorable. I highly recommend this tour to anyone looking to experience Rome in a unique and meaningful way!🤩
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Tripa178
Jan 25, 2026
Night Tour in Rome - We had a fantastic experience on this Rome night tour. Emilie was warm, engaging, en extremely knowledgeable. Her love for the city really shines through, and exploring Rome at night made everything feel magical. Highly recommended!
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Christian_p
Dec 10, 2025
Rome After Dark Mysteries, Myths & Haunted History - If you’re a die-hard fan of classic horror movies—the real spooky stuff with dramatic church shadows, foggy alleys, and ghosts who don’t need CGI—this Rome After Dark tour is basically a live-action double feature! From the moment we stepped into those narrow, dimly lit Roman streets, I swear we walked straight onto the set of The Exorcist, Nosferatu, and House on Haunted Hill all at the same time. Every corner felt like a scene where someone should be clutching rosary beads and whispering, “Did you hear that?” Our guide was giving us history, but in that “I’ve definitely seen some things” tone. You know in old horror movies when the townspeople pull you aside like, “Don’t go up to the castle after midnight…”? Yep—exactly that energy. I was waiting on an organ to start playing from nowhere. The alleys were so dark and dramatic that even the streetlights were flickering like they were trying to warn us. At one point the wind blew and my soul left my body for 3 seconds—came right back, but still. We learned about ancient ghosts, cursed roads, mysterious disappearances, and Roman legends that would have Vincent Price nodding in approval. And honestly? The architecture alone looks haunted in HD. Rome at night is beautiful, but also looks like every ghost has a union contract and works night shift only. 10/10—perfect for horror lovers, ghost chasers, and anybody who appreciates a little “Did we just summon something?” energy on vacation. Just don’t watch an old black-and-white horror flick before going, or you’ll be jumping at every shadow like we did. 👻✨
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Jake_s
Jul 9, 2025
An Roman alternative must-do! - Couldn't be happier with this tour - was exactly what we were hoping for - some of the darker side of actual history, some superstitious scary bits, mixed in with the actual geography of Rome. Mike was an awesome guide - we're Australian, so his casual approach made the entire time that much better and easier to listen to his storytelling. It was almost conversational, making it feel like a mate was showing you around with some cool stories, versus being talked at with facts/history. We'll definitely be booking one of Mike's other tours next time we visit!
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Andrew
Jun 30, 2025
Rome Dark Mysteries Tour - This was a very fun and interesting tour! First I want to start off that our guide was super cool and cool and accommodating. Some of our group members were running late and he waited an extra 10 minutes for them to arrive! He provided awesome historical tidbits and presented them in a fun and engaging way! I highly recommend!
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From $22
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).