Enter the dark and fascinating universe of Dante Alighieri and discover how Inferno, the first canticle of the Divine Comedy, inspired generations of artists to visualize the unimaginable. This virtual tour explores how Dante’s poetic descent into Hell became one of the most powerful sources of artistic inspiration from the Middle Ages through the Renaissance.

Through paintings, frescoes, and illustrated manuscripts, we’ll follow the visual interpretations of Dante’s haunting imagery: tortured souls, fearsome demons, monstrous guardians, and dramatic landscapes shaped by sin and punishment. Artists translated Dante’s verses into vivid scenes filled with emotion, symbolism, and striking detail—turning poetry into unforgettable images.

We’ll examine how masters such as Giotto, Sandro Botticelli, and Luca Signorelli approached the challenge of depicting the afterlife, each offering a unique vision shaped by faith, fear, and imagination. Alongside them, we’ll also uncover lesser-known but equally compelling works that reveal how deeply Dante’s Inferno resonated across centuries.

This journey shows how Dante’s words shaped not only literary history but also the visual language of Western art, influencing how Hell, judgment, and redemption were imagined and portrayed.

Perfect for lovers of art, literature, and history, this virtual tour invites you to explore the powerful meeting point between poetry and image—where Dante’s Inferno comes alive through centuries of extraordinary artistic expression. This is only the beginning—don’t miss Episode II, where we descend even deeper into the darkest circles of Dante’s Inferno.

Wednesday, February 11th, 2026

02.00 pm – 03.00 pm EST (New York Time)

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Time zones examples:

• Rome Time: 08.00 pm
• London Time: 7.00 pm
• Los Angeles Time: 11.00 am

The tour will last approximately 1 hour. At the end of the tour you will be given the chance to interact and make questions just like a live tour. The tour takes place in English!

ℹ️ How much does the virtual tour cost?

Our virtual tours are tip-based and not free, they rely entirely on contributions from participants. This means we do not impose a fixed ticket price to join. Every participant is welcome to take part in the tour and decide how much to contribute based on their satisfaction and personal budget.

❗Please note❗: To ensure the sustainability of the project, we regularly monitor the donations received, based on participation in previous tours, and, if necessary, we may apply participation limits or suspend accounts.This is essential to maintain the quality of our tours, ensure fairness, and continue rewarding the valuable work of our guides. You can leave a tip here:

Can’t watch our virtual tour live due to the time zone or are you unable to join us live? Register at the virtual tour and we will send you the recording  hence you can watch it  in your own time! Recordings are also tip-based, as they support our cultural project and the work of our guides.

If you register for a tour but cannot attend live or watch the recording, we kindly ask you to unsubscribe before the tour begins. Otherwise, your registration will still be counted as participation.

How to Join:

The tour will be hosted on Zoom. To register, you are required to enter your full name (first and last name). After the registration, you will receive via email a personal link to access the virtual event. To protect your privacy, your camera will be disabled during the event.