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City exploration game
Palermo Undercover: Mafia Secrets
4.61Player ratingA DIFFERENT WAY TO SEE THE CITY
Play at your pace · usually 91 min 3.6 km Palermo App-guided
Play in
EnglishItalian
The experience
About this quest
Palermo whispers secrets through its sunlit streets, but you’ve learned to listen to the shadows. You are Nico Impastato, journalist and son of a man silenced by the mafia.
For decades, you've chased the truth behind the blood-soaked pages of Sicily’s past. Now, a trusted informant claims to hold the key to rewriting history—but he’s gone silent. To find him, you must walk the city he last wandered, decoding clues he left behind.
This isn’t just a story - it’s your life’s pursuit. Follow the trail through real streets, uncover hidden messages, and step into Palermo’s dark past. Gather those you trust. Every step is a memory, every puzzle a piece of justice. The truth is waiting.
What makes this quest special
Highlights
Solve challenges and collect puzzle pieces leading to the famous lost notebook
Explore the Wall of Legality to discover anti-mafia heroes
Learn about the Mafia Wars and "The Beast"
Uncover the secret pact between the Sicilian Mafia and the Italian State.
Visit a famous scene from The Godfather III
Go on an immersive journey through Palermo's bloody history
From people who played this quest
Good times. In their words.
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From your phone to the streets
A walk that turns into an adventure.
- 1
Open the app. You’re on your way.
Choose your pass, then open your quest in the Questo app. It guides you from the starting point.
- 2
Get outside. Follow your curiosity.
Discover real places and their stories on foot. Stop for a coffee or a photo, then pick up where you left off.
- 3
Crack a clue. Share a little victory.
Look around for answers, solve puzzles and enjoy the “we got it!” moments.
CHOOSE YOUR PASS
How many are playing?
Get this questNo booking slot · play any dayFull refund until you start playing
BRING YOUR WHOLE GROUP
One city. Rival teams. Great stories together.
A school trip, a team day or friends out together. Turn your next outing into a little friendly competition.
Everyone for themselves
One player per phone. Solve clues on your own and race for the top spot on the final leaderboard.
Can a team share one phone?
Yes. Play together on one phone per team, or use your own phones and join the same team in the app. We recommend your own phones so everyone can take part.
Your walk, at a glance
Palermo
A · Start
Via Vittorio Emanuele, 172, 90133 Palermo PA, Italy
B · Finish
Piazza Pretoria, 1, 90133 Palermo PA, Italy
Start and finish only. Discover the stops as you play.
Along the way
Landmarks & Hidden Gems Included
The people behind the adventure
Created by PuzzlEscape.
A route that brings places and playful storytelling together.
Made by PuzzlEscape
WHAT MAKES A QUEST DIFFERENT
Your adventure, with a playful twist.
1 / 4
Experience
- This quest
- Discover places through stories and clues in the app
- Guided walking tour
- Hear stories and ask a guide questions
2 / 4
Pace
- This quest
- Pause for a photo, a café or a longer look
- Guided walking tour
- Usually follows the guide’s schedule
3 / 4
Company
- This quest
- Explore with your own people or on your own
- Guided walking tour
- Private and shared group tours are available
4 / 4
Guidance
- This quest
- Directions and challenges in the Questo app
- Guided walking tour
- Live interpretation from a guide
Features and terms vary by experience. Check the details before booking.
Good to know before you play
- Audio Stories
- Fun to do as a couple
A little clarity before you go
Frequently asked questions
Does this tell real mafia cases?
No. The plot, characters and investigation are fictional. It is not a real-case account or a specialist mafia history tour.
Is this a guided Palermo tour?
No. It is an outdoor story game in the app, so you start whenever you choose and follow clues at your own pace.
How many tickets does our group need?
This classic quest sells access per device and player. Each person who wants to solve clues on their own phone needs their own access.
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HISTORY AND CULTURE IN PALERMO
A history-led way to explore Palermo
Palermo Undercover: Mafia Secrets is for visitors who want more context than a casual walk, but more freedom than a scheduled guided tour. The quest uses a route through Palermo to connect clues, places and stories.
The route starts at Punto Pizzo Free and finishes at Palazzo Pretorio over 3.6 km, with 13 challenge locations. Typical duration: 91 min; 3.6 km walking route; 13 challenge locations; Includes audio stories
Choose this for active, private discovery at your pace. Choose a guided historical tour or museum when expert live interpretation or curated exhibits matter more. Playable languages: English, Italian.
