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3.4(5 reviews)

Moonlight Rome Walking Tour

From€18
2 hours
Province of Rome, Italy

About this activity

Discover Rome's historic center on a captivating moonlit walking tour, visiting iconic landmarks and learning about the city's rich history and legends.

Highlights

  • Explore Rome's historic center under the moonlight
  • Visit the Colosseum and Roman Forum
  • Learn about Rome's rich history and legends
  • Experience the city's enchanting atmosphere at night
  • Discover hidden gems and lesser-known sites

Full description

Experience Rome like never before on this enchanting moonlit walking tour. Stroll through the city's historic center, visiting iconic landmarks such as the Colosseum and Roman Forum, and uncover the rich tapestry of Rome's history and legends. As night falls, the city's ancient streets come alive with stories and secrets waiting to be discovered. This tour offers a unique perspective of Rome's timeless beauty, making it a must-do for history enthusiasts and night owls alike.

Included / Excluded

  • Guided walking tour of Rome's historic center
  • Visit to iconic landmarks like the Colosseum and Roman Forum
  • Insights into Rome's rich history and legends
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Itinerary

1

Begin your tour at this ancient fortress, originally built as a mausoleum for Emperor Hadrian. Over the centuries, it became a prison and execution site. Visitors often report eerie sounds and sightings of the ghosts of former prisoners and historical figures who met their end here.

Duration: 15 minAdmission: NO
2

Pause at a spot where Rome’s most famous executioner, Mastro Titta, carried out his grim duties. His spirit is said to linger in the area, with tales of a shadowy figure wielding an axe seen by those who dare to visit after dark.

Duration: 10 minAdmission: NO
3

Get to know to Giulia Tofana and Tofana's Water, discoverd the story behind this misterious woman and who she get to kill more than 600 men's.

Duration: 10 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
4

At this historic church, where the spirits of Spanish nobles buried within are said to roam the premises. Some visitors claim to hear whispering voices and see fleeting shadows among the church’s ornate tombs.

Duration: 10 minAdmission: NO
5

this notorious prison, where Giulia Tofana, a notorious poisoner, was held and executed. Her ghost is rumored to haunt the area, with sightings of a sorrowful woman wandering the streets at night.

Duration: 10 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
6

Enter this macabre church, dedicated to the care of souls who died without proper burial. The crypt, filled with skeletal remains, is said to be haunted by the ghosts of those whose bones rest here, with sightings of hooded monks performing strange rituals.

Duration: 15 minAdmission: YES
7

Stop at this mysterious fountain, known for its grotesque mask and eerie atmosphere. The fountain is said to be cursed, with tales of people who drank from it experiencing misfortune. The mask itself is rumored to come alive at night, spooking passersby.

Duration: 15 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
8

Cross this iconic bridge, which spans the Tiber River. Ponte Sisto has been the scene of many tragic events over the centuries, with tales of lost souls wandering the bridge at night. The bridge is rumored to be haunted by the spirits of those who drowned in the river below.

Duration: 10 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
9

Explore this elegant square, where ghostly apparitions have been reported. The Palazzo Farnese, a grand Renaissance palace, is said to be haunted by the restless spirits of the Farnese family, who met untimely and often violent deaths.

Duration: 10 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
10

Walk through this lively square, once a site of public executions. The ghost of Giordano Bruno, a philosopher burned at the stake here, is said to haunt the area, with some claiming to see his figure near the statue that marks the spot of his death.

Duration: 15 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE

Meeting point

Start Location

Monument to Victor Emmanuel II, Piazza Venezia, 00186 Roma RM, Italy

Important information

Know before you book

  • The tour operates in English; proficiency is recommended.
  • Check the weather forecast and dress accordingly.
  • Be prepared for a leisurely walk; the pace is moderate.

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for uneven terrain.
  • Bring a light jacket or sweater, as evenings can be cool.
  • Ensure your camera or smartphone is fully charged for night photography.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

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

Accessibility

  • Stroller Accessible
  • Service Animals Allowed
  • Easy Public Transport
  • Infants Required On Laps

Good to know

  • Please Note: the attractions that require an entrance ticket are visited from outside
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems, pregnant travelers and travelers with heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Meeting time is subject to change; if this occurs, you will receive a call or message from the activity provider. Please provide your correct phone number and country code
  • Late arrivals will not be refunded
  • By purchasing this tour, you agree to our Terms and Conditions

Traveler reviews

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Highly recommended

Our guide Josue enchanted us with stories and curiosities, all seasoned with sympathy and team spirit. Appreciated tour that we highly recommend

Malvina_BApr 11, 2026VIATOR

Guide never showed up...

Guide never showed up waited an hour where they told us to on email and tried contacting and nobody from company ever responded go with a different guide group

Jordan_OSep 22, 2025VIATOR

Great ghost tour experience

I had an amazing time on this ghost walking tour with my friends. Furio was an amazing guide! Highly recommend this tour for anyone looking to experience Rome at night in a unique way

F5501AYginaaFeb 2, 2025TRIPADVISOR

The story behind Rome

We loved the super interesting tour and the super prepared guide, really a fantastic and unique experience. I recommend it for families even with minors.

797kattypFeb 2, 2025TRIPADVISOR

Additional information

Please Note: most of the attractions will be visit from outside because it will closed when we get there
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