Rome’s Dark Side – Ghosts & Legends

Every city has a ‘dark’ side, and one as old as Rome is no different. We have ghosts, gruesome executions, and murders, and they can be fascinating. Come along with our storytellers for an after-dark stroll around the dark backstreets to explore some of these tales of Rome.

Led by our masterful storytelling guides, this journey unveils a side of Rome rarely explored, where ghosts, murders, and executions intertwine with the city’s history.

As you step into the labyrinthine streets, you’ll hear the haunting story of Giordano Bruno, the renegade philosopher and scientist, who was condemned by the Inquisition and burned at the stake. Alessandro Cagliostro, the enigmatic alchemist and mystic, will come to life, as will Donna Olimpia Maidalchini, a powerful and ruthless woman whose influence extended into the darkest corners of Roman history.

We’ll take you to the eerie Church of Santa Maria dell’Orazione e Morte, where the macabre sculptures and decorations reveal a chilling fascination with death.

As the tour unfolds, you’ll learn of the dark legacy of Pope Alexander Borgia and his infamous family, whose ruthless deeds left a sinister mark on the Vatican. The stories of notorious poisoner Giulia Tofana and the tragic Beatrice Cenci will send shivers down your spine.

“Rome’s Dark Side” is not for the faint of heart, but for those who seek a spine-tingling adventure into the city’s hidden past, where intrigue and treachery have left their indelible imprints. Join us on this thrilling exploration of Rome’s most chilling secrets, and be prepared to be captivated, if not haunted, by the tales of the city’s underbelly.