Crypts and Legends: Exploring the Dark Side of Rome
At a glance
Crypts and Legends: Exploring the Dark Side of Rome is a 2h small-group experience in Rome, Italy, operated by RomAbout Tours. Travellers rate it 4.6 out of 5 across 71 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $68.60 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: All Fees and Taxes, Professional guide, Entry ticket to the Crypt of the Capuchin.
Highlights
- Small group of up to 8 people for a more personal experience
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 6 stops in one well-planned itinerary
Quick facts
- Duration
- 2h
- Group
- Small group, up to 8 travellers
- Languages
- English
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
Start your adventure at the Capuchin Crypt, a place adorned with the skeletal remains of past inhabitants.
Stand in awe before the Trevi Fountain, a masterpiece that echoes tales of wishes; toss a coin to ensure your return to Rome. Continue your odyssey through the cobbled streets, arriving at the Pantheon, where ancient myths intertwine with reality.
In Piazza Navona, your guide will talk about the spectral presences lingering within the palaces facing the square, adding an ethereal layer to the splendid surroundings.
Stroll through Campo dei Fiori to learn about the impressive but sad history of Giordano Bruno.
The tour concludes in a church steeped in mystery. Your guide will unravel the enigmatic tales surrounding this sacred place, leaving you with a sense of wonder as you reflect on the secrets that lie beneath the surface of the Eternal City.
What's included
What's included
- All Fees and Taxes
- Professional guide
- Entry ticket to the Crypt of the Capuchin
Not included
- Gratuites
- Hotel Pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 30m
Visit a mysterious place that contains the remains of almost 4,000 people, the majority of them thought to be monks of the Capuchin order
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Stop 2 · 20m
Listen to fascinating legends, and if you wish, toss a coin into the fountain to ensure your return to Rome.
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Stop 3 · 20m
You will pass by the best-preserved temple of antiquity and learn about the different uses it has had throughout the centuries.
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Stop 4 · 20m
Experience the beauty of the Baroque square as you listen to famous legends about ghosts that are said to haunt this spot even today
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Stop 5 · 15m
Let the echoes of centuries past captivate you while you discover the impressive history of Giordano Bruno
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Stop 6 · 15m
A church steeped in mystery. Here you'll unveil the enigmatic tales surrounding this sacred place.
Meeting point
Our staff member will be waiting at the corner with piazza Barberini and via Via di S. Nicola da Tolentino (next to the Hotel Bernini) 10 miutes before the tour starts.
Good to know
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Crypts and Legends: Exploring the Dark Side of Rome take?
The experience lasts about 2h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $68.60 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
All Fees and Taxes; Professional guide; Entry ticket to the Crypt of the Capuchin.
Where does it start?
Our staff member will be waiting at the corner with piazza Barberini and via Via di S. Nicola da Tolentino (next to the Hotel Bernini) 10 miutes before the tour starts.
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.6 out of 5 across 71 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Rome.
