Rome's Ghostly Tour: Paranormal Mysteries & Grim Executions

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Uncover the dark side of Rome on this spine-chilling walking tour. Explore shadowy streets, hear tales of brutal executions, and encounter the ghosts and legends that haunt the city’s ruthless past.

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Live guiding

English, Italian, Spanish (depends on selected option)
Duration

2 hours
Includes
- Guided Walking Tour
- Professional Live Tour Guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities

Highlights & Description

Highlights

Discover the darker side of Rome's history on a guided ghost walking tour
Hear spine-tingling stories about the city's haunted past from your guide
Visit iconic locations and lesser-known spots as you explore the city
Learn about the chilling events that have taken place throughout the centuries
Feel the haunting presence of the city as you explore its ancient streets

Description

This tour will chill your bones on a night-time journey through the darkest corners of Rome with our expert guides, and witness the city's most terrifying secrets. As you traverse eerie alleyways and hidden streets, you'll hear spine-tingling tales of gruesome executions, haunting apparitions, and enigmatic figures from Rome’s sinister past.
Your tour begins at Castel Sant'Angelo, an ancient tomb turned Pope's fortress, once the darkest place in Rome. Cross the Ponte Sant'Angelo Bridge, where you'll stand near the ancient prison for women and the home of a notorious poisoner. Feel the eerie presence of the city's haunted history as you stroll down Giulia Street to the Brotherhood of Mercy's grim head church, where public executions were carried out, and visit the very spot where John Paul Getty III was kidnapped in the 1970s.
Venture further to Campo De'Fiori, once the site of thousands of brutal executions, and explore paranormal "hot spots" with dowsing rods, feeling the lingering presence of those who met their end in horrific ways. As you walk through these haunted locations, you’ll experience a growing sense of dread and excitement, captivated by the chilling stories and the supernatural atmosphere that pervades every step. By the end of the tour, you’ll be left with a deep, lingering sense of the paranormal, and a newfound fear of Rome's shadowy past that may haunt you long after the night ends.

Good to know before you go

Wear comfortable walking shoes as there is a moderate amount of walking involved
This tour operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Not recommended for those with heart conditions or mobility impairments

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