Team vs team
Use your own phones and join a team. Any teammate’s answer advances everyone. Beat the other teams on the leaderboard.
City exploration game
From Cervantes to Shakespeare in Valladolid: The Route of the English Ambassador:
4.75Player rating· 17 playsA DIFFERENT WAY TO SEE THE CITY
Play at your pace · usually 90 min 1.9 km Valladolid App-guided
Play in
EnglishSpanish
The experience
About this quest
Cervantes was living in Valladolid and had just published Don Quixote when an English delegation arrived to ratify the Peace Treaty of London. A few days after they left, a mysterious murder happened at the door of Cervantes' house. This game takes you to the historical events that happened in 1605, when Valladolid was the proud capital of Spain. Characters and events are taken from historical records. The few invented elements are inspired on the fictional creations of Shakespeare and Cervantes
What makes this quest special
Highlights
What if Shakespeare came along with the English embassy that arrived in Valladolid while Cervantes was living here? What if the crime that happened at Cervantes doorstep was the consequence of this visit? Follow William Shakespeare and Isabela, a Spanish-English lady, to find out what happened in this city four-hundred years ago.
From people who played this quest
Good times. In their words.
4.75 / 5
8 player ratings
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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
Valladolid
A · Start
C. Rastro, Valladolid, Spain
B · Finish
C. Cadenas de San Gregorio, 47011 Valladolid, Spain
Start and finish only. Discover the stops as you play.
The people behind the adventure
Created by Berta Cano.
A route that brings places and playful storytelling together.
Made by Berta Cano
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
- This quest features interactive puzzles you’ll solve in the real world.
- Difficulty level: Medium 🟡🤔
- Audio Stories
- Fun to do as a couple
A little clarity before you go
Frequently asked questions
Is the Valladolid ambassador quest based on real history?
It draws on historical records from 1605, when Cervantes lived in Valladolid and an English delegation came to ratify the Peace Treaty of London. The mystery uses those people and events with invented elements inspired by Cervantes and Shakespeare.
Is this experience self-guided?
Yes. The Questo app guides you from clue to clue, with no guide or fixed start time. You can begin when it suits you and pause along the way.
How many accesses does our group need?
Classic quests sell 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 VALLADOLID
A history-led way to explore Valladolid
From Cervantes to Shakespeare in Valladolid: The Route of the English Ambassador: 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 Valladolid to connect clues, places and stories.
The route starts at Casa de Cervantes and finishes at The Palace of Gondomar over 1.9 km, with 9 challenge locations. 1.9 km walking route; 9 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, Spanish.
