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City exploration game
The Poet’s Trail: Secrets of Barcelona
4.38Player rating
A DIFFERENT WAY TO SEE THE CITY
Play at your pace · usually 133 min 4.6 km Barcelona App-guided
Play in
English
The experience
About this quest
After your grandfather’s passing, all you expected was silence. Instead, you find whispers—fragments of poetry and riddles left scattered across the streets of Barcelona.
Unknown to most, he was a secret poet, hiding his most meaningful verses near the places he loved most. Now, it’s up to you to follow his clues, solve the puzzles he left behind, and preserve the beauty of his words. But beware—your cousin is on the same trail, eager to erase the legacy for good.
This quest takes you on a poetic journey through Barcelona’s hidden corners, blending mystery, memory, and emotion. Perfect for families, friends, and romantics at heart, it's more than a walk—it's a race to honor the past before it’s lost forever.
Is this for you?
Who it's for
Starting and ending at Plaça de Catalunya, this 4.6 km loop follows a late grandfather's verses past Santa Maria del Mar, Parc de la Ciutadella and Café Els Quatre Gats. Poetry lovers, couples and adults who prefer an emotional mystery with riddles to a history lecture will feel at home. Skip it if you want a live guide, or if a little over two hours on foot is too much.
What makes this quest special
Highlights
In a race against time, you must outwit your cousin, solving intricate puzzles and overcoming unexpected challenges.
As you near the end of your journey, the final challenge awaits—a test of creativity and self-expression.
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
Barcelona
A · Start
Plaça de Catalunya, 08002 Barcelona, Spain
B · Finish
Arco de Triunfo de, Passeig de Lluís Companys, 08018 Barcelona, Spain
Start and finish only. Discover the stops as you play.
Along the way
Landmarks & Hidden Gems Included
The people behind the adventure
Created by MrCornerbucket.
A route that brings places and playful storytelling together.
Made by MrCornerbucket
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
- Play on weekdays during working hours to avoid large crowds
A little clarity before you go
Frequently asked questions
What is there to do starting from Plaça de Catalunya?
This quest starts and finishes at Plaça de Catalunya, so you can begin right there. The loop takes in Parc de la Ciutadella, the Arc de Triomf, Santa Maria del Mar, Plaça del Rei, the Cathedral, Mercat de la Boqueria and Las Ramblas before returning to the square.
How long does the walk take and how far is it?
Plan for a little over two hours, or around 2 to 2.5 hours with time to read the verses and work out the riddles. The route covers about 4.6 km on foot and ends back at Plaça de Catalunya, where it began.
Is it suitable for children?
The story was written mainly with adults and couples in mind: it begins with a grandfather's death and follows his poetry and riddles, with a cousin trying to erase his legacy. Older children who enjoy word puzzles may follow along, but the length and reflective tone suit grown-ups best.
Can we play as a group, and do we need to book a time?
Yes. One ticket covers your whole group, up to the number of devices it includes. There is no set start time and no guide to meet, so you can begin whenever you like and pause the game to continue later.
When is the best time to do it?
The route passes busy spots such as Las Ramblas, the Boqueria and the Cathedral, so playing on weekdays during working hours helps you avoid large crowds. The walk is outdoors between stops, so check the weather before you set out.
Who is The Poet’s Trail for?
It suits friends, families and romantics who enjoy a story-led cultural puzzle route. The fictional plot follows a grandson tracing poetry and memories left around Barcelona.
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 BARCELONA
A history-led way to explore Barcelona
The Poet’s Trail: Secrets of Barcelona 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 Barcelona to connect clues, places and stories.
The route starts at Plaça de Catalunya and finishes at Arc de Triomf over 4.6 km, with 14 challenge locations. Typical duration: 133 min; 4.6 km walking route; 14 challenge locations
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.
