Top 14 Ghost & Mystery Tours in Italy

1.The Dark Side of Florence: Mysteries and Legends

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,785 reviews · 1 hour 45 minutes (approx.) · from $3Our pick

Meet your English-speaking guide at 7:15 pm by Ferdinand I’s statue in Piazza della Santissima Annunziata. Over 1 hour 45 minutes, you’ll hear tales of Medici plots, ghosts, executions, symbols, and a mafia attack while walking to Ponte Vecchio. Guides including Antonio, Angela, Glenda, Monica, and Jamie are praised for humor and storytelling.

“Very unique Florence evening experience, with dark takes not shared at regular tours or attractions.”

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2.The Secrets to Learn Fresh Pasta and Tiramisù in a Glam Home

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,182 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $90

In a private Milan home near the Coni Zugna and Via Foppa metro stop, you’ll make tagliatelle, ravioli, and tiramisù under the guidance of an English-speaking chef such as Laura, Paolo, Federico, or Lucas. The three-hour class ends with a shared meal, wine, Parmigiano Reggiano, and homemade garden limoncello.

“It was an exceptional experience! It was interesting and at the same time very entertaining. Laura was a fantastic teacher — very engaging, with a great sense of humor and a wonderful positive attitude — and she managed to turn a group of strangers into one big, friendly group. Thank you, Laura!”

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3.Dark Mysteries and Legends Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,081 reviews · 1h 45m · from $2Best value

Follow a guide such as Antonio, Angela, Glenda, or Monica through Florence after dark, from Piazza San Marco to Ponte Vecchio. Hear stories of Medici murders, torture, saints, conspiracies, mafia bombings, and the Monster of Florence while admiring Brunelleschi’s architecture. The tour runs in English or Spanish and suits adults who enjoy history with an eerie twist.

“I really liked the different stories of the Medicci family, Dante, the Mafia bombing and the Monster of Florence. Maybe some places to sit half way through would be nice.”

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4.Rome by Night Walking Tour – Legends & Criminal Stories

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,003 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $14

Join an English-speaking guide such as Alberto, Maria, Rob, or Sammy for a 90-minute night walk from Piazza Sant’Andrea della Valle to Castel Sant’Angelo. Hear stories of murder, superstition, the Inquisition, and Rome’s darker past while seeing Campo de’ Fiori, Piazza Farnese, the Tiber, and illuminated landmarks without the daytime heat.

“Interesting tour, and a way to see Rome at night feeling a little more secure. Our guide Semi was terrific. Informative and energetic. Also, he started the tour walking very briskly, and when I asked him to modify his pace for older folks in our group, he was very accommodating. Excellent guide for the tour.”

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5.Mysteries of the Medici Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 940 reviews · from $31

Walk Florence’s old streets with an English-speaking guide such as Julia, Chiara, Rosa, or Emanuela, following the Medici family’s power, art, and rivalries. The 90-minute small-group tour visits key Medici sites and offers optional entry to the Chapel, where you can see glittering Commesso Fiorentino mosaic work.

“Very informative. Learned a lot and the tour wasn’t too long. Time was just right.”

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6.Ghost Tour to Rialto and San Marco Square

★★★★★★★★★★3.8 · 659 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $31

Meet near the Royal Gardens for a 1.5-hour English walking tour through Rialto, San Marco Square, quiet lanes, and deserted squares. Your guide may be Marco, Gaia, Rebecca, Alicia, or another local storyteller. Expect Venetian legends, old mysteries, and history more than outright scares.

“More spooky stories, lots was just history. Tour name slightly misleading. Great guide though!”

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7.Skip-the-Line Accademia Guided Visit: David Secrets and Beyond

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 525 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $58

Meet near Florence’s Accademia Gallery for a one-hour guided visit focused on Michelangelo’s David, Prigioni, San Matteo, and the Palestrina Pietà. A reserved entry time saves you from the main queue, while a local guide and headset explain the art. Afterward, stay inside and explore independently.

“Art was fabulous. Not too crowded. Wonderful experience. Now just writing to meet the 100 character minimum. Silly rule.”

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8.Guided Tour of Medici Family Secrets and Chapels

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 512 reviews · 2 hours · from $93

Follow an English-speaking guide through Medici Florence, beginning at the Medici Chapels and New Sacristy, then walking past San Lorenzo, the Duomo, Palazzo Vecchio, and the Uffizi. Guides such as Vanessa, Chiara, Julia, and Michaela bring the family’s rivalries, art, banking, and politics to life.

“It was wonderful! We really enjoyed the enthusiasm and knowledge of our guide. She also gave some tips for places to visit and eat that were nearby and enhanced those enhanced the rest of our stay!”

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9.Pompeii 3hours Villa of Mysteries tour with an Archaeologist

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 486 reviews · 3 hours · from $88

Spend three hours walking Pompeii with an archaeologist guide such as Teresa, Julia, or Anna Sorrento. You’ll see major houses, theatres, baths, temples, and the Forum before reaching the Villa of the Mysteries. The tour includes Pompeii Plus admission, skips the ticket line, and runs in small groups in English and five other languages.

“Very informative. Mario was great, his enthusiam shone through, and answered every with ease. Thumbs-up!”

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10.Discover Lucca’s Secrets on a Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 485 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $18

Walk Lucca’s old center from Porta San Donato to San Martino Cathedral with an English-speaking guide. See Roman traces, Puccini’s birthplace, San Michele, San Frediano’s mosaic, Piazza Anfiteatro, and Lucca’s medieval towers. The cathedral interior is optional for €3. Guides may include Nadia, Vittoria, Marta, Roberta, or Silvia.

“Excellent introduction to Lucca, hitting all the highlights. Loved that we did not need to use the audio headsets. We don't usually participate in large group tours, but this one was perfect.”

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11.Small Group Rome’s Dark Side – Ghosts & Legends Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 343 reviews · 2 hours · from $23

Walk Rome’s shadowy streets with guides such as Ben, Arielle, Ivanna, and Ariel, hearing grim stories tied to Campo de’ Fiori, Ponte Sisto, Via Giulia, and Castel Sant’Angelo. This two-hour English or Italian tour favors sharp storytelling over costumes and jump scares, with a short bar stop and groups of up to 15.

“The way the guide told us stories was fascinating and didn’t allow for a single moment of boredom. We’re really glad we booked the tour and would recommend it to anyone visiting Rome.”

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12.Dark Heart of Rome – Facts, Legend & Mystery Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 329 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $14

Follow an English-speaking guide through Rome after sunset, from Sant’Andrea della Valle to Castel Sant’Angelo. Hear dark historical tales, ghost stories, and Roman legends while walking past Campo de Fiori, Via Giulia, Piazza Farnese, and quiet lanes. Guides such as Rob, Alberto, Alethea, and Inti are praised for lively storytelling and humor.

“That was one of the MOST amazing tours we’ve ever had. Our guide, Rob, made this walk fun, exciting and fascinating. He has amazing sense of humor and unique personality. We got to know about secret Rome’s treasures, legends, and stories. HIGHLY recommended if you visit the city !”

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13.Ghosts, Legends & Mysteries of Rome Tip-Based Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 284 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $3

Follow a local English- or Spanish-speaking guide from Castel Sant’Angelo to Campo de’ Fiori for 90 minutes of gruesome stories, haunted places, executions, and Roman crime. Guides such as Ivan, Leonardo, Simone, and Simon use dark humor, answer questions, and often finish with food and drink tips. The tour is pay-what-you-want, with at least €10 per person a sensible tip.

“Ivan was a great guide that kept the tour interesting the whole way through. Very informative and funny. Highly recommend this!”

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14.Medici Legends & Renaissance Wonders: Florence Small Group Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 205 reviews · 1 hour 45 minutes (approx.) · from $119

Meet your licensed English-speaking guide at Caffè Scudieri at 12:15 pm for a 1-hour-45-minute walk through Medici Florence. With groups capped at 15, you’ll connect churches, palaces, bridges, and Renaissance art, then finish near Ponte Vecchio. Manuel, Martina, Amanda, and Giacomo have led especially well-received tours.

“This was our second tour with Manuel, and we enjoyed both. His passion for Florence and it's history were inspirational. Great experience!”

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