Some topics are graphic and the operator does not recommend it for anyone under eighteen. 4.92 from 3,533 reviews for 1h 45m.
In our comparison: #4 of 11 in Walking & City Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).
2 options from the operator, described in its own words. Prices are the operator's from-prices per adult for a party of two. Click an option to book it on Viator.
| Option | What the operator says | From, per adult |
|---|---|---|
| Florence dark side The page priceEnglish | €3 | |
| Florencia oscura Spanish | €3 |
Children from €10 (ages 4 to 9). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 3 October 2026.
98% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 3,471 of 3,533
Star breakdown of all 3,533 ratings
Reviewers praise the guides' humour and unusual stories; some find the storytelling repetitive and drawn out.
Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (12 June 2026 to 3 October 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 4 October 2026.
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Let's gather at the magnificent equestrian statue of Ferdinand I of Medici for our meeting and check-in. Juicy tales of murder in the Medici family, a scandalous love triangle, spooky ghost sightings and strange happenings at Santissima Annunziata square. Plus some mysterious symbols thrown in for good measure.
15 min · Admission not includedAssassination attempt Story
10 min · Admission not includedCuriosities of the Duomo`s square
10 min · Admission not includedJustice, torture and death penalties in the Middle Ages
10 min · Admission not includedThe Mercenary Ghost and other dark stories of Signoria square
10 min · Admission includedCuriosities
10 min · Admission includedIn this tour we’ll show you the hidden side of Florence, with stories of ghosts, murders, betrayals and curiosities that go beyond the typical history of the city.
Have you ever heard about the Monster of Florence, one of the bloodiest serial killers ever? Are you curious about florentine superstitions, conspiracies, unexplained things, saints, miracles or tortures? If so, this is the tour for you. We just warn that some topics may hurt some sensitivities and may not be suitable for a public under 18. Come with us and discover the side of Florence that doesn’t appear in tourist guides, so disturbing, lurid and unsettling that will make you have a sleepless night. ha ha ha
The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.
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| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| This tour · #4 of 11 | €3 | 1h 45m | 4.92 (3533) | shared |
| The Best tour in Florence: Renaissance & Medici Tales - guided by a STORYTELLER | €3 | 2h 15m | 4.96 (14040) | shared |
| The Best Tour in Florence: Renaissance and Medici Tales | €3 | 2h | 4.95 (12046) | shared |
| The Best of Florence Walking Tour in a Small Group | €49 | 1h 45m | 4.95 (683) | shared |
Ranked #4 of 11 in Walking & City Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €3 to €127, median €49; typical length 2h 30m. 0 of 11 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 11 Walking & City Tours