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Go underground to see Rome’s ancient catacombs and crypts on a half-day tour. Visit the Domitilla Catacomb and Basilica of San Clemente with skip-the-line access, plus visit the Capuchin Crypt, where you’ll see a Caravaggio painting and marvel at a chapel made entirely out of human bones. Learn about past burial customs and secret Christian worship spots during this fascinating exploration into the history of Rome.

For a twist on the usual sightseeing experience, take an after-dark tour of Rome to admire its illuminated landmarks and monuments while listening to stories about ghosts, myths and legends. You’ll explore the winding alleys and squares in the city’s historical center with a guide, who provides eerie commentary about the supernatural and historical mysteries that have plagued the Eternal City for centuries. See attractions like Campo de’ Fiori, Castel Sant’Angelo and Palazzo Farnese in a whole new light.

Uncover the dark side of Eternal City and dowse for ghosts on this ghost tour of Rome. Explore the spooky streets, piazzas, and bridges still haunted by the souls of heretics and witches executed, murdered, and burned alive. Listen to the spine-chilling ghost stories and experience the eerie atmosphere of Rome after-dark. Learn about the ghosts of Julius Caesar and Emperor Nero and discover the truth about the crimes committed by the worst Popes Rome has ever seen. Your guide will provide you with a pair of divining or dowsing rods so you could experience ghost hunting first hand. • True gore stories told by the guide • Dowsing rods provided • Small groups (10 people or less) • 90-minute ghost tour of Rome • Expert story-teller guides • Explore the city after dark with an expert guide

During this small-group, out-of-the-box walking tour, you'll revisit the Eternal City's darkest chapters. Learn about the murderers, poisoners, martyrs, and sinners that have populated Rome throughout the ages—from ancient gladiators to modern-day fascists—in an adults-only tour group. Neighborhoods covered include Piazza Venezia, the Colosseum, Capitoline Hill, and Monti.

Discover the dark side of Rome on this Super Saver that combines two bestselling tours into one fascinating and fearsome sightseeing experience. You’ll start with a tour to the Appian Way to visit Domitilla Catacombs, where you’ll skip the line with priority admission. Learn about burial customs in Ancient Rome, and visit the Basilica of San Clemente and the Capuchin Crypt for a look at a chapel made entirely of bones. Then explore central Rome on a night tour that introduces you to the Eternal City’s many ghosts and mysteries.

See the Eternal City come to life after dark on a half-day, small-group tour of Rome at night. Kick off your evening over pizza in a classic Roman restaurant, then see the ancient sites and monuments with dramatic illumination. Take in the soaring arches of the Colosseum and the shadowy pillars of the Pantheon, then take a leisurely stroll through Piazza Navona to three picture-perfect fountains. Pause to throw a coin into the Trevi fountain and savor a cup of local gelato before returning to your hotel.

Tour the amphitheater and other sites of Ancient Rome under the atmospheric cover of darkness during this evening tour. Learn about the ruins of the Roman Forum seen from the Piazza del Campidoglio, and enter the Colosseum after the daytime crowds have disappeared and the temperature has dropped.

Enjoy the enchanting atmosphere of Rome after dark on this evening walking tour. With a guide, stroll around the city’s historical center to visit attractions like the Trevi Fountain, Spanish Steps, Pantheon and Piazza Navona that, while beautiful during the day, look even more impressive when they’re illuminated at night. You’ll end the tour on a high note at a local wine bar, where you’ll enjoy an aperitivo, the Italian tradition of wine and appetizers. This tour is limited to 15 people to provide a small-group experience.

Take a walk through the picturesque city of Rome after dark during this 2-hour night tour. See some of the city's most famous monuments illuminated, including the Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, Piazza Navona, and more. Explore parts of the city that are not accessible by car.

Experience the warmth of a night in Rome during a 3-hour electric bike tour that departs in the evening. Watch the sunset and take in monuments such as the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Pantheon; famous plazas such as Piazza Venezia; and soak in the views from Capitoline Hill. Riding an electric bike makes it easy to cover more ground without getting tired, making this tour suitable for most people.

Explore Rome at night on this walking tour that takes in the Eternal City’s famous attractions lit up in all their majestic glory. With a knowledgeable guide, walk past attractions such as the Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, and the Colosseum. Stroll through Piazza Navona, and pass by the ruins of the ancient city at the Roman Forum. This is a great way to get to know the city during the twinkling evening hours—the perfect pre-dinner experience.

Dive into the Rome of Dan Brown’s bestselling novel on this ‘Angels and Demons’ tour. Inspired by the book, the tour takes you on a journey through the Eternal City as you search for messages from the secret society known as the Illuminati. Along the way, admire Rome’s beautiful art and attractions like St Peter’s Square, Piazza Navona, and Castel Sant’Angelo. This walking tour is limited to 25 people.

Tour Rome's dark history in the company of a guide, learning stories that you wouldn't otherwise hear on a typical tour. With a group of fellow crime buffs, walk through the city, stopping at locations where some grisly crimes took place. To conclude your tour, take a break with a coffee and discuss what you've learned or ask questions.

Mystery buffs and ghost story aficionados can discover Rome through the lens of its haunted streets and creepy sights by following a trail of ghostly clues through the Eternal City. Download this app on your mobile device and follow the directions to a series of locations in the historic center, learning about ghostly legends and real-life horrors along the way.

Take a walk on the creepy side with this fascinating tour of Rome’s spookiest places. Together with an experienced RomAbout guide, you’ll unearth some of the Eternal City’s darkest secrets, discover the ghost stories of landmarks such as the Pantheon, Piazza Navona and Castel Sant’Angelo, and come face to face with the skeletal remains of some of Rome’s previous residents at the Capuchin Crypt. This walking tour is an intriguing dive into Rome’s long and twisted history. Please note that children under 12 are not allowed.

Explore the Capuchin Crypts with a passionate guide. The crypts or as locals call them Bone Chapels is a truly dark and mystical place, decorated with the bones of about 3700 Capuchin friars. However, without a professional guide, it might be difficult to understand and appreciate the significance of it. On this walking tour, we will not only explore this macabre site, but will also discuss religious symbols, life style and mindset of the Capuchins, and even the ghost stories that surround this place.

Prepare to be spooked as you discover the dark, mysterious side of Rome. When the sun sets over Rome another side of the city comes to life. In a city as ancient as Rome every stone has a story to tell ad some of these stories can be dark and sinister. Join our tour for a moonlight adventure through the eerie streets of Rome where ghosts of Emperors, Popes and artists come out and haunt the city. Your ghoulish guide will take you to secret backstreets and hidden corners of the Eternal city. You will hear tales of ghosts, gruesome executions, murders and all the legends and ghost stories that keep Roman kids up at night. BEWARE: This tour is not for the faint hearted - You may come face to face with a ghost or if you're lucky even more than one!

Immerse yourself in the world of Italian cinema at Cinecittà, Rome’s renowned film studio, known for producing movies like ‘Ben-Hur’ and ‘La Dolce Vita,’ as well as 3,000 others. With this admission to Cinecittà, you’ll learn about the history, technology and craftsman of the film studio as you explore the exhibits dedicated to set design, costume design and other aspects of moviemaking.

It is a very suggestive and varied route, as you will come into contact with popular Rome represented by Italian neorealist cinema, embellished by contemporary popular art with the street art works of the greatest international artists and now contaminated with the multicultural wealth of its inhabitants

It is a unique route of its kind because it shows the area of Rome that was once the center of the industrial activities of the city, now suspended between decay and attempts to redevelop through street art

With its mix of historic and contemporary, Rome is an ideal destination for street photography. Capture the spirit of the city and its people during this photography workshop tour through the bustling streets, markets, and squares. Snap street performers against the backdrop of ancient ruins and lavish monuments, improve your technique with tips from your professional photographer guide, and learn how to use photography as an engaging storytelling method.

Rome is full of ancient and Renaissance art, but to see a different artistic side of the city, join this street art walking tour. Focusing on the Ostiense neighborhood, you will see mural and graffiti art that tourists often overlook. While seeking out the art, you’ll also get an intimate perspective on some lesser-visited parts of the city. This tour is ideal for contemporary art lovers, and travelers who like to walk around cities.

It is a unique place in Rome because the multi-ethnic population density is unequaled in the capital: the mixture of races and exotic venues that follow one another through the large amount of art murals makes this tour an unforgettable experience

It is a unique delight for photographers to stroll through the colorful streets of the Trullo, a neighborhood created about 80 years ago as a residence for the citizens of the central Monti district, moved by the demolition and construction of Via dei Fori Imperiali: in fact some inhabitants, painters and poets , rebelled against the decline of the area and decided to revive the walls of the buildings in the neighborhood with paintings and poems, also involving internationally renowned artists in their project.