Christmas Treasure Hunt in Athens
4.388 Reviews14 people have played this questWalk through quaint city streets bustling with holiday cheer and get a taste for Greece's rich holiday traditions.
It’s a great time to take in the sights and sounds and sample the delicious holiday sweets.
The main city square is quite magical especially at night!
So grab your cameras and a comfortable pair of walking shoes and get ready to explore.
Play the Athens Christmas treasure hunt!
How many are playing?
Unlock · €9.99Live in Athens? The Annual Pass is how locals play · €79.99/yr. See the Annual Pass →
Places you will visit
9
It will take you
115-145 mins
You will walk
2630 steps
Total distance
2 km
What you'll actually do
Download the Questo app and unlock the quest. Walk to Hellenic Parliament whenever you like · no guide, no group, no time slot.
Solve 9 puzzles hidden in the streets around you. Each one you crack unlocks the next location.
Finish at This is your last riddle!! and see where you land on the Athens leaderboard.
Highlights
Learn about how Greeks celebrate during the Christmas holidays.
Try famous Greek Christmas sweets.
Enjoy the festive holiday atmosphere in downtown Athens.
See beautifully decorated businesses and city streets that glitter and sparkle.
Ratings and Reviews
8 ratings
Elisa B.
Léo F
Greek city explorer
Lucia
Sally
A note from Elena
“I am Elena, an urban explorer, foodie and travel writer. Welcome to Athens, a city where ancient history meets modern city vibes. One minute you’re standing beneath the Acropolis and the next you’re exploring street art, cool cafés, and hidden hangouts. Come see Athens the way locals do!”
The mission: Your story in Athens
To prove that you’re worthy, he has sent you to the city to perform a number of challenges that will test your holiday spirit and determination.
After each challenge, you’ll unlock a new piece of the puzzle which will take you closer to Santa.
Can you impress him and earn your place among his elite team of elves? Only time (and some wacky challenges) will tell.
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Frequently asked questions
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Compare Questo vs. Guided Walking Tours
Flexibility
Regular Guided Tours
Fixed schedules & no pausing
Questo
Start, pause, and resume anytime
Privacy
Regular Guided Tours
Crowds of up to 30 strangers
Questo
Private experience for your group only
Pricing
Regular Guided Tours
$30–$60 (€23–€50) per person
Questo
Transparent pricing shown before checkout
Availability
Regular Guided Tours
Requires advance booking
Questo
Instant access 24/7/365
Experience
Regular Guided Tours
Passive listening to a guide
Questo
Active gamification; you solve the mystery
| Feature | Regular Guided Tours | Questo |
|---|---|---|
| Flexibility | Fixed schedules & no pausing | Start, pause, and resume anytime |
| Privacy | Crowds of up to 30 strangers | Private experience for your group only |
| Pricing | $30–$60 (€23–€50) per person | Transparent pricing shown before checkout |
| Availability | Requires advance booking | Instant access 24/7/365 |
| Experience | Passive listening to a guide | Active gamification; you solve the mystery |
Joined by 1,000,000+ explorers worldwide
Guided tour pricing: Comprehensive Economic Analysis of Guided Tour Pricing, EU and US markets, 2026. Standard 2–3 hour group walking tours.
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A flexible self-guided way to discover Athens
Christmas Treasure Hunt in Athens is for travelers who want a private, self-guided city experience rather than joining a scheduled walking-tour group. You follow a route, solve clues and discover places at your own pace.
The route starts at Hellenic Parliament and finishes at This is your last riddle!! over 2 km, with 9 challenge locations. Typical duration: 130 min; 2 km walking route; 9 challenge locations
Choose this for flexibility, privacy and active discovery. Choose a guided walking tour when live commentary and asking a guide questions matter more. Playable languages: English.
