Rome's Dark Side: Ghosts, Scandals and Crypts - Small Group Tour
Overview
Discover the dark events and secrets that made the history of Rome. Get exclusive access to a secret underground crypt of the confraternity of Death, which has been closed for decades!
You'll learn about the REAL dark events that shaped the city of Rome the way we see it today.
Public executions, legendary deaths, corrupted popes.. and a mysterious fraternity taking care of the dead bodies found in the streets. Not just a bunch of silly ghost stories, but real history!
All this while walking through the backstreets and little alleys of the historical center of Rome, after the busy tourist hours.
We'll find ourselves in front of a church with skulls on its facade. We'll knock at the door and the door will open. The nun of the fraternity will let us underground the church, in the crypt.
Chandeliers made of real bones, the skulls of the brothers and sisters, with their names carved on their foreheads. After this tour you'll see things from a different perspective.
What's Included
- Genuinely Small Group of max 12 people, Guaranteed (personal, relaxed, and never rushed)
- Direct Contact via Phone or Whatsapp for any questions you may have about the tour
- Exclusive Access to the Underground Bones Crypt - the nuns will open the door just for you!
- If you aren't happy with this tour, just text us and we'll refund you your full purchase price
- Also Suitable for Families and Kids
- Knowledgeable and friendly local guide
- Pick-up from hotel
- Food and drink
Meeting Location
Piazza Trilussa
Roma RM, Italy
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Piazza Navona
00186 Roma RM, Italy
What To Expect
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Ponte Sisto
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Chiesa di Santa Maria dell'Orazione e Morte
30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Piazza Farnese
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Campo De' Fiori
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Piazza Navona
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Conveniently located in central Rome, this tour is easy to reach from landmarks like the Colosseum and the Vatican, and leaves you perfectly placed to continue exploring the city afterwards
- This tour is also suitable for children
- If you reserve the Crypt Entry option: please remember that during this experience you will also visit holy areas and clothing must be appropriate for the visit. Please wear clothing that covers at least the shoulders and knees
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Genuinely Small Group of max 12 people, Guaranteed (personal, relaxed, and never rushed).
- Direct Contact via Phone or Whatsapp for any questions you may have about the tour.
- Exclusive Access to the Underground Bones Crypt - the nuns will open the door just for you!.
- If you aren't happy with this tour, just text us and we'll refund you your full purchase price.
- Also Suitable for Families and Kids.
- Knowledgeable and friendly local guide.
- Pick-up from hotel.
- Food and drink.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Rome's Dark Side: Ghosts, Scandals and Crypts - Small Group Tour is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Rome’s Dark Side: Ghosts, Scandals and Crypts – Small Group Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Genuinely Small Group of max 12 people, Guaranteed (personal, relaxed, and never rushed)
- Direct Contact via Phone or Whatsapp for any questions you may have about the tour
- Exclusive Access to the Underground Bones Crypt - the nuns will open the door just for you!
- If you aren't happy with this tour, just text us and we'll refund you your full purchase price
- Also Suitable for Families and Kids
- Knowledgeable and friendly local guide
- Pick-up from hotel
- Food and drink
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Conveniently located in central Rome, this tour is easy to reach from landmarks like the Colosseum and the Vatican, and leaves you perfectly placed to continue exploring the city afterwards
- This tour is also suitable for children
- If you reserve the Crypt Entry option: please remember that during this experience you will also visit holy areas and clothing must be appropriate for the visit. Please wear clothing that covers at least the shoulders and knees
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
