Haunted Rome Ghost Tour - The Original in Rome
Rome, Italy

Haunted Rome Ghost Tour - The Original

Outty Ranking 86 4.7 · 690 traveler reviews1.5 hoursFrom $24

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86/100

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4.7/5

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Is Haunted Rome Ghost Tour - The Original worth booking?

Haunted Rome Ghost Tour - The Original is a 1.5-hour experience in Rome, Italy, from $24 per person. It scores 86 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional, based on a 4.7/5 rating across 690 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
86 / 100
Rating
4.7/5 (690)
Duration
1.5 hours
From
$24 per person

Uncover the dark side of the 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 burne

What you get

  • To make communication easier, you will receive name and number of your guide.
  • Your guide will teach you how to use dowsing rods to search for ghosts.
  • Small groups of 15 people or less help us ctreate a séance like atmosphere.

About this experience

Uncover the dark side of the 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 to experience ghost hunting first-hand. • True ghost stories told by the guide • Dowsing rods provided • Small groups • 90-minute ghost tour of Rome • Expert story-teller guides • Explore the city after dark with an expert guide

What's included

Included

  • To make communication easier, you will receive name and number of your guide.
  • Your guide will teach you how to use dowsing rods to search for ghosts.
  • Small groups of 15 people or less help us ctreate a séance like atmosphere.

Not included

  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities are not mandatory, but are very much appreciated.

What you'll see and do

  1. St. Angelo Bridge

    Meet your guide at the most beautiful and mysterious bridge of Rome. Hard to imagine that this amazing place was a scene of bloody executions.

    Pass by without stopping

  2. Via dei Banchi Vecchi

    Ancient, narrow, dark, SCARY. These are the best words to describe this ancient street.

    Pass by without stopping

  3. Caffe Peru'

    Stop at a haunted square, where a couple of professional poisoners helped hundreds of women kill their husbands.

    Pass by without stopping

  4. Via Giulia

    Walk down an ancient street built to allow the Pope to visit his mistresses in peace.

    Pass by without stopping

  5. Chiesa di Santa Maria dell'Orazione e Morte

    Stop at the head church of the brotherhood of Death. This is the place where thousands of bodies collected from the streets of Rome were buried.

    Pass by without stopping

  6. Fontana del Mascherone

    The exact place from which John Paul Getty III was kidnapped in the 1970s, and still haunted by his ghost.

    Pass by without stopping

  7. Piazza Farnese

    Built by one of the filthiest families of Rome, Piazza Farnese and the palace are breathtakingly dark.

    10 minutes here

  8. Campo De' Fiori

    A place where thousands of witches and heretics had been burned alive. Meet a ghost or two, if you're unlucky...

    15 minutes here

Where it starts and ends

Meeting point

Rome

Meet the guide at the end of the Bridge of Angels (Ponte Sant'Angelo) in front of the Castel Sant'Angelo Castle. Your guide will be holding a “MORE OF ROME” sign. The check-in begins 15 minutes before the beginning of the tour. Please be there on time. We will not wait for the latecomers.

Hotel pickup

No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

Ends at

Returns to the starting point

Before you book

Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Languages
en
Ticket
Mobile Only
Runs on
Every day
Group size
Up to 15 travelers per booking
Operated by
E & D Guided Tours

Know before you go

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately, and wear comfortable shoes.
  • Due to the Jubilee, some monuments may be under restoration. Please pay attention to any messages we may send regarding potential changes. Thank you!

Photos

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What travelers are saying

Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 692 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

Knowledge and storytelling

8 mentions

Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

The guide

2 mentions

Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

Traveler reviews

692 verified traveler reviews for Haunted Rome Ghost Tour - The Original. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

5 star
568
4 star
74
3 star
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2 star
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W2890GXmartint · August 2026

Solo tour

Was the only person booked on the tour, Rebecca was still happy to go ahead with the tour, very friendly and knowledgeable, gave some great recommendations for things off the beaten track

via Tripadvisor

Sandra_M · August 2026

Our tour was fabulous. ...

Our tour was fabulous. Our guide was a great storyteller and made the historical facts interesting and entertaining. Well worth it!

via Viator

H8743FVnatalies · August 2026

Ghost walk tour in Rome

Very fun and interactive, lots of spooky facts!

via Tripadvisor

MARGARETROSEN · August 2026

Not really a ghost tour….

Not a typical ghost tour. We expected stories of haunted places but it wasn’t what we got. Very interesting and we heard loads of info we didn’t know, so was still enjoyable.

via Tripadvisor

Jana_C · August 2026

Amazing and educational tour!

One of my favorite things we did in Rome! All the stories were so interesting and I learned so much. My favorite was about Giulia Tofana and we used the dowsing rods around her shop and had immediate reactions when I asked her is she hated men. So much fun and a great way to see Rome at night!

via Viator

Good to know

Duration
1.5 hours
Free cancellation
Up to 24h before
Minimum age to book
3+
Availability
Bookable today
Runs on
Every day
Price range
$24 to $29
Hotel pickup
No pickup, meet at start point
Booked in 30 days
241
Verdict
Exceptional

Why this scores 86

The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

Traveler sentiment (30% weight)78
Review evidence (18% weight)89
Booking momentum (14% weight)87
Value for money (12% weight)95
Listing quality (10% weight)100
Local standing (8% weight)58
Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

Haunted Rome Ghost Tour - The Original: questions travelers ask

Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Rome.

How much does Haunted Rome Ghost Tour - The Original cost?

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Prices start at $24 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Rome usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

How long does Haunted Rome Ghost Tour - The Original take?

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Plan for about 1.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Rome is not rushed.

Is Haunted Rome Ghost Tour - The Original worth it?

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It holds an Outty Ranking of 86 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.7/5 across 690 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Rome, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

Can I cancel or reschedule Haunted Rome Ghost Tour - The Original?

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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

Is Haunted Rome Ghost Tour - The Original suitable for kids and families?

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The operator sets a minimum age of 3. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 1.5-hour running time when deciding.

How far in advance should I book Haunted Rome Ghost Tour - The Original?

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Around 241 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Rome can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

What should I bring or wear?

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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Rome and add a light layer if any part of the 1.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

Where does Haunted Rome Ghost Tour - The Original start and how do I get there?

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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Rome within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

What are the best things to do in Rome?

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Rome runs on skip-the-line access. The Colosseum underground, the Vatican before opening, and the catacombs south of the walls all require a licensed operator, and the price gap between the good ones and the rest is smaller than you would expect. We rank by guide credentials, group size and how reliably the promised access actually materialises. On Outty we rank every Rome experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Rome Pasta and Tiramisu Class: Ravioli, Fettuccine & Fine Wine 5*, Pasta Making & Wine Tasting with Dinner in Frascati from Rome, Rome: Pizza & Tiramisu or Gelato Class with Flowing Fine Wine 5*. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

When is the best time to visit Rome?

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April, May, September and October. August is hot and half the city is shut. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

How many days do you need in Rome?

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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

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