Bologna 1252 Conspiracy of the Two Towers: A Murder Hunt
🎧 Immersive Audio: Put on your headphones. Let the dark secrets of the city unfold as you walk.
🗝️ Decode hidden symbols on Palazzo Re Enzo, find the secret window of Via Piella, and gaze up at the Two Towers. Learn how the city was built, who ruled it, and how stone, water and faith shaped power.
Just you, the city, and one night to save it.
How many are playing?
Unlock · €29.99Staying a few days in Bologna? All 5 Bologna quests for €39.99 · pays for itself by quest #5. See the Exploration Pass →
Places you will visit
13
It will take you
159-189 mins
You will walk
4860 steps
Total distance
3.7 km
A note from Luca Bolognini
“Bolognese born and bred, journalist by trade. I’ve spent years documenting my city’s heartbeat. I craft audio-guided mysteries that let you step into the story. Whether it’s history or crime, I’ll show you what lies beneath the surface. Let's explore”
What you'll actually do
Download the Questo app and unlock the quest. Walk to Piazza del Nettuno whenever you like · no guide, no group, no time slot.
Solve 13 puzzles hidden in the streets around you. Each one you crack unlocks the next location.
Finish at Le Due Torri (Piazza di Porta Ravegnana) and see where you land on the Bologna leaderboard.
Highlights
🗡️ A Murder Before Dawn Solve a real medieval conspiracy in one night.
🏰 The City as the Game Board Palazzo Re Enzo and the Two Towers aren’t backdrops, they are the puzzles.
🎧 A Story in Your EarsPut on your headphones. Let the narration and music guide your steps, so you can keep your eyes on the city, not your phone.
Bring your crew
Race to the finish.
Everyone plays on their own phone · race solo, as a couple, or with a crew of any size. First to solve every clue takes the crown.
Adventure
Your pace, no timer
Escape
Beat the clock
Plays offline at your own pace · live group races need a connection.
Final leaderboard
The mission: Your story in Bologna
Civil war looms. You are the Envoy of the Podestà. You were woken by the guards and summoned to the crime scene. Your mission: retrace the victim's steps and unmask the traitor before the sun rises.
Trust no one. The walls have ears and the shadows have daggers.
Two Towers context
Medieval family towers behind a fictional conspiracy
The Asinelli and Garisenda towers rose in the early 12th century near the point where the ancient Via Emilia entered Bologna. Both lean, and together they became the city’s most recognizable medieval symbols. The 1252 murder plot belongs to the quest; the towers, their civic history and the dense medieval streets around them provide the real setting. Playable languages: English, Italian, Spanish, German, French, Portuguese, Dutch, Romanian.
Good to know before you play
- Difficulty level: Medium 🟡🤔
- Audio Stories
- Ensure your phone is fully charged or bring along your trusty power bank
Tips & Recommendations
Wear Comfortable Shoes
You will be walking throughout the city, so comfortable footwear is essential for enjoying the experience.
Charge Your Phone
Make sure your smartphone is at least 60% charged. The quest runs through the Questo app, and you will be using it throughout.
Check the Weather
This is an outdoor activity. Bring an umbrella or sunscreen depending on the forecast.
Bring a Camera
You will discover photogenic locations and hidden gems perfect for capturing memories.
Stay Hydrated
Bring water, especially during warmer months or longer quests.
Play with Friends
Quests are more fun with friends or family. Each player who wants to play on their own phone needs their own access.
Ratings and Reviews
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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-$40 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-$40 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 |
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