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Rome's Secret Passetto Night Tour: Vatican Escape Route
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Overview
The Rome Passetto di Borgo Night Guided Tour offers a rare chance to explore a hidden part of Vatican City. This special walking tour takes place at night, letting people see the Passetto di Borgo in a new and mysterious way.
The Passetto di Borgo is a secret passage that connects the Vatican to Rome. It was used by popes to escape danger. One famous story is how Pope Clement VII used it to flee during an attack in 1527. Now, people can walk this same path and learn about the secrets and stories it holds.
An expert guide leads the tour through the Passetto after dark. The quiet and the moonlight make the experience even more special. Along the way, the guide shares interesting stories about popes, conspiracies, and the secret life of this hidden passage. The tour includes exclusive night access to the Passetto di Borgo and a multimedia video about ancient Rome. The meeting point is at Touristation. 
Highlights
Explore a Secret Passage: Walk through the Passetto di Borgo at night, a hidden escape route for popes.
Hear Vatican Secrets: An expert guide will share stories of papal intrigue and daring escapes.
Exclusive Night Access: Enjoy special access to the Passetto di Borgo after sunset, away from the crowds.
Multimedia Experience: Watch an Ancient Rome multimedia video to enhance your tour.
Sentiment Analysis
Customers generally had a fantastic experience, finding the tour to be unique, informative, and memorable. The nighttime setting and expert guide were frequently praised.
Customers loved walking through a secret passage at night.
They found the guide very knowledgeable and engaging.
Many enjoyed learning about the history and secrets of the Vatican.
The small group size made the tour feel special and personal.
Some customers wished the tour was longer.
A few mentioned that the meeting point was a little hard to find.
The Journey
Passetto di Borgo
Delve into the clandestine history of the Passetto di Borgo, an elevated secret passageway connecting the Vatican City to Castel Sant'Angelo. Built in the 13th century, this corridor served as a vital escape route for Popes in times of peril, most famously used by Pope Alexander VI during the invasion of Rome in 1494. Experience a rare nighttime tour and walk in the footsteps of Popes, uncovering the stories and secrets hidden within these ancient walls. The Passetto offers a unique perspective on the Vatican's defenses and the dramatic events that shaped its history.
Know Before You Go
This experience includes exclusive night access to the Passetto di Borgo and a guided tour through the historic passage. Participants also get welcome and assistance at the Touristation meeting point and access to an Ancient Rome multimedia video. This tour excludes food and drinks and pickup/dropoff services. Please meet at the designated Touristation meeting point.
Hot Tip
Many reviewers recommend arriving at the meeting point a bit early to ensure you don't miss the start of the tour, as it begins promptly. Wear comfortable shoes for walking, as the Passetto involves some walking on uneven surfaces.
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