Top Italy Crime Tours

Discover the darkest face of the Eternal City with an autonomous audio-guided experience on your smartphone. Through 20 stops, you will explore the places that have marked the criminal history of Rome: from the assassination of Julius Caesar to the executions of the Papal States, from the trials of the Inquisition to the story of Beatrice Cenci. Relive the stories of the Magliana Gang, the kidnapping of Aldo Moro, the attack on John Paul II, the mystery of Emanuela Orlandi and the links between crime, power and the Vatican. Stroll through Campo de’ Fiori, Castel Sant’Angelo, Trastevere, Via Caetani, Piazza Navona and the Jewish Ghetto, listening to stories that combine history, chronicle and unsolved mysteries. Autonomous tour via smartphone 20 authentic places and stories From ancient Rome to contemporary cases No group or time to respect An ideal experience for lovers of history, true crime and mysteries, to discover a different and surprising Rome.

Join a tour group for a ghost and legends tour of Rome, where the city's dark side comes to life. Wander after dark with an expert guide and uncover chilling stories of gruesome executions, murders, and haunted sites. Hear about the execution of a brilliant philosopher, the tale of a female Pope who haunts a bridge, and more. From notorious poisoners to macabre churches, this tour will leave you both fascinated and spooked.

Go beyond the boring group walking tours and head straight for the good stuff: the dark side. On this walking tour, you’ll meet up with your local guide and explore Florence’s lurid past, hearing tales of ghosts, scandalous murders, wild betrayals, and strange curiosities, all connected to gorgeous spots around the city. No guidebooks here—and yet every story will be 100% true.

Explore the Vatican and the Sistine Chapel without spending hours waiting in line on this comprehensive tour that includes entry to the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica. Navigate the vast halls, artwork, and history with a guide who gives special insights into the collections that you would likely miss if alone. Go beyond the guidebook and enjoy commentary that enlivens highlights such as the Gallery of the Maps and the Pineyard Courtyard.

Verona is best known as the setting for Shakespeare’s play, Romeo and Juliet, but it also has a complex history on par with any Italian city. This tour offers a unique way to learn about the darker sides of Verona’s past while taking a guided walk through its historic center. The goal is to make visitors step back in time and learn about the notorious murders, torture stories, family tombs, and beheaded skeletons of one of the world’s most romantic towns.

Inject some fun into your Bologna sightseeing with this app-based quest that leads you through the old town and past the city’s main landmarks. Follow clues to take in the Piazza Grande, the Two Towers, the oldest university in Europe, and more while learning about their history and lore. Choose your start time and finish the game in an hour or take breaks to explore at your own pace.

The Medici family financed much of the Renaissance—but the connection between their banking empire, political power, and the art and architecture they commissioned is difficult to piece together without a guide to link the sites. This small-group tour covers the Cappelle Medicee, Palazzo Medici Riccardi, Palazzo Pitti, Ponte Vecchio, and the Duomo, tracing the Medici story across all five.

In a city like Rome, it’s easy to focus on its ancient history and food culture. Venture beyond the famous elements of the city that everyone explores and dive into another side of Rome on this shared haunted tour. Hear creepy ghost stories and learn about darker moments in Rome’s recent past as your guide leads you down the city’s shadowy alleys.

Discover Palermo after dark through ghost stories, dark legends, folklore, wine, and street food. This walking tour goes beyond the usual monuments and reveals the city’s mysterious side: haunted theatres, secret brotherhoods, poisoners, saints, vampires, werewolves, and real historical events that shaped Palermo’s imagination.

Experience the Tuscan capital's top attractions on this walking tour through Florence. Begin with skip-the-line access to view Michelangelo's 'David' in the Accademia Gallery, and learn how the House of Medici shaped Florence into a helm of arts and humanities. You'll also skip the lines at the Duomo, the city's iconic, Gothic-style cathedral. Afterward, stroll the local streets, taking in landmarks like the Piazza della Signoria and Ponte Vecchio bridge.

Immerse yourself in Florence’s rich history, art, and architecture on this comprehensive small-group walking tour. Gain access to the Uffizi Gallery and skip-the-line tickets to the Accademia Gallery to marvel at masterpieces like Michelangelo’s "David" and Renaissance paintings. Stroll through Florence’s historic streets with your guide, visiting landmarks like the Duomo, Ponte Vecchio, and Piazza della Signoria, while uncovering the stories that make the city unforgettable.

Most days are ordinary. But some days are so big that people are still talking about them 2,000 years later. The 15th of March 44 BC, Ceasar's last day, was one of those days, and you're about to jump right into it. Led by Roberta Jones, time-traveler and licensed tour guide, you'll walk the streets where Julius Caesar rose to power, commanded armies, and made powerful enemies. As you explore iconic sites like the Capitoline Hill, the Jewish Ghetto, and more, actors bring ancient Romans to life all around you: the great Caesar, his wife Calpurnia, his enemy Brutus and more...You won't just watch hisstory. You'll be part of it. Join Caesar's army, become a Roman citizen, and get pulled into the biggest conspiracy the ancient world has ever seen. Was Caesar a hero or a tyrant ? You decide. Ancient Rome is waiting. Are you brave enough to step in? *Tour operates with a minimum of 7 participants. If the minimum is not reached, you will be offered an alternative date or a full refund.

A stolen diamond. A young designer. A glamorous chase through Milan. Step into the stylish shoes of Alma Pozzo, an aspiring fashionista caught in the middle of a citywide scandal - Coco Chanel’s diamond is missing, and all eyes are on Milan. Explore elegant landmarks and hidden gems as you solve real-world puzzles and follow clues through art galleries, concept stores, and designer haunts. From the luxurious halls of the Armani store to the historic Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, you’ll uncover secrets stitched into the fabric of fashion history. What makes this tour unique? It’s an immersive self-guided experience where Milan’s fashion legacy becomes your interactive playground - equal parts treasure hunt, walking tour, and cinematic adventure. Perfect for friends, couples, or solo travelers with a flair for drama and style.

Palazzo Doria Pamphilj has housed a private collection unique in the world. It is not only the quality and value of these masterpieces that amazes, but also their number: there are so many works that they completely cover the walls of the reception rooms, the wings of the splendid Gallery and the private apartments. It would have been impossible to describe the entire collection in detail here. Among these, in addition to Italian artists known throughout the world, among which we can mention Caravaggio, Titian, Raphael, Carracci and Bernini, there are also Flemish masters of the Baroque era, a true flagship of the Doria Pamphilj collection, the French landscape painter Lorrain and the most representative Spanish artist of the Baroque era Diego Velázquez.

Private tour by comfortable air-conditioned car with a personal local guide to the must-see Sicilian hilltop villages that have become world-known thanks to F.F. Coppola, who filmed his legendary "The Godfather" here - Top Three of the Greatest American Movies. This tour is private - only for your party, nobody else, to ensure the highest standards for our clients. Get the fascinating, friendly and informative insight into the filming process and trivia, learn the real Sicilian mafia story, its structure, rise and development till nowadays, discover the history and culture of the movie locations and Sicily itself, and feel the romantically rustic atmosphere of old Sicily.

The dome atop Florence's Duomo offers unique views of the city, but tickets sell out long in advance. Secure your spot with pre-booked entry on this guided tour. Head straight into the church with skip-the-line access, bypassing the long wait. After touring the cathedral, make your way up the staircase and along corridors that have been closed to the public for centuries. Then continue to the top of Brunelleschi’s Dome, if you wish.

Make the most of your time in Florence and avoid missing key highlights with a guided tour that includes convenient timed entry to the Accademia Gallery and covers the historic center on a walking tour, with local history and insider tips. For the ultimate cultural experience, upgrade to include a tour of the Uffizi Gallery (admission included)

When in Rome, lovers of the paranormal should look no further than this eerie experience, led by a captivating storyteller. Start at the Capuchin Crypt, home to more than 3,700 skeletons, many formed into macabre works of art. Then discover a tragic tale from World War II, a gory saga of a butcher shop, and the lost souls who haunt the Trevi Fountain and Piazza Navona.

Getting to Civitavecchia Port from Rome usually involves a long ride on a regional train—plus a taxi ride from your hotel to the station. Skip the hassle of getting around by public transportation with this deluxe one-way transfer service. Ride in your own private, chauffeured vehicle door-to-door. Transfers can be booked all week long, with departures timed to your cruise schedule.

As one of Florence's top attractions, the Accademia Gallery draws huge crowds of people wanting to see Michelangelo's "David" sculpture. This skip-the-line tour helps you get inside the museum fast, so you can spend less time waiting and more time admiring world-class artwork. Plus, you can upgrade to include a walking tour after your museum visit for more context.

A city as ancient as Rome is sure to have plenty of gruesome, dark stories. On this small-group walking tour, see a side of the Eternal City that most tours miss as you learn about the haunted Roman palaces where emperors were murdered, explore cursed alleyways home to ghosts and ghouls, and hear about mysteries that still baffle historians to this day.

Learn about Milan’s leading role in World War II, the rise of power of Benito Mussolini, the German occupation, resistance, and more on a WWII history tour with an Expert Guide. Follow the trail of Allied bombings in Milan. Highlights: - See Milan during World War II with a 5-Star History Expert Guide - Learn about Benito Mussolini, Italian Fascism, and surrender - Hear the story of a forgotten hero, Pino Lella, who helped Jewish families escape Nazis - See iconic landmarks that were damaged by Allied bombings - Find out how the city rebuilt itself from its ashes after the war Did you know that Benito Mussolini, the founder of the National Socialist Society, built his political career in Milan? Learn this and more interesting facts about Milan’s leading role on the political scene during World War II on a history tour with a Private Guide! Re-visit some of the darkest days in the history of Milan!

Shake up your sightseeing routine and skip the bland group tour with this app-based quest that leads you through Siena’s medieval center via engaging puzzles and challenges. Solve clues as you stroll through the old town at your own pace, learning about the city’s history and taking in landmark sights along the way. Delve into the power struggles between Siena’s ruling families in the Middle Ages and admire the squares, churches, and palaces they built.