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City exploration game
Old Town Bologna: Murder Mystery
4.43Player rating
A DIFFERENT WAY TO SEE THE CITY
Play at your pace · usually 110 min 3 km Bologna App-guided
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The experience
About this quest
Bologna, 1880. The trains have arrived, the city buzzes with newfound speed, and Italy is still catching its breath as a young nation. But one thing hasn’t changed - murder still stalks the alleyways.
You are Andrea Satutto, Italy’s most brilliant detective, summoned to crack the case of Giacomo di Pepoli: a powerful man found dead in the heart of Bologna’s old town. Clues hide in plain sight, whispered through cobbled streets and behind noble facades. With every step, you’ll follow the trail, solve puzzles rooted in history, and uncover a story few dare to tell.
Grab your sharpest friends or your bravest family, and walk your way through one of Bologna’s darkest secrets. The truth is waiting—but only if you’re clever enough to find it.
Is this for you?
Who it's for
First-time visitors and couples see Bologna's old town in one walk, from the Fountain of Neptune and San Petronio to the Two Towers and the Jewish ghetto, while solving an 1880 murder as a detective. It takes about two and a half hours over 3 km, by day or after dark. Skip it if the murder plot feels too dark for young children or you want a live guide.
What makes this quest special
Highlights
Uncover the stories behind Bologna’s central square
Learn about the puzzling history of the Old University
Discover the city’s most famous marketplace
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
Bologna
A · Start
P.za XX Settembre, 15, 40121 Bologna BO, Italy
B · Finish
Via Zamboni, 20, 40126 Bologna BO, 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 Bryan Da Silva.
A route that brings places and playful storytelling together.
Made by Bryan Da Silva
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
- Best during the day
- Best at night
A little clarity before you go
Frequently asked questions
Does this walk cover the main sights of Bologna's old town?
Yes. The route runs from Porta Galliera past Mercato Piazzola, Teatro Arena del Sole and Via dell'Indipendenza to the Fountain of Neptune, the Oratorio dello Spirito Santo, the Basilica di San Petronio, Santa Maria della Vita, the Two Towers and the Jewish ghetto.
Where does the quest start and finish?
You start at Porta Galliera and finish at Piazza Rossini, so the route does not return to where you began. The walk covers about 3 km through the old town, with the app guiding you from one stop to the next.
How long does it take, and can we take a break?
Most players take about two and a half hours, including walking and solving the puzzles. You can pause whenever you like, stop for a coffee or a meal, and carry on later from where you left off.
Can we play tomorrow, or do we need to book a time slot?
There is no time slot to book and no group to join. You start whenever suits you, tomorrow or any other day, and the quest works well both during the day and at night.
Can we play as a group?
Yes. One ticket covers the whole group playing together on the same phone, so friends or couples can work through the clues and solve the case side by side as they walk.
What’s this quest about?
Step back to 1880 Bologna. A nobleman has been found dead, and you’re the detective chasing the truth. You’ll wander cobblestone lanes, uncover hidden clues, and piece together a murder mystery set in the city’s gorgeous old town.
Who will enjoy it most?
Couples looking for a unique date, friends who like puzzles and dark stories, and travelers who want a city walk with real suspense instead of a typical tour.
Is it a good idea for a date night?
Absolutely. Solving clues together is fun and a little romantic, and you’ll find quiet piazzas and hidden corners that feel made for two.
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OUTDOOR MURDER MYSTERY IN BOLOGNA
A citywide case for mystery and escape-room fans
Old Town Bologna: Murder Mystery is for players who want to solve a fictional case on real streets in Bologna. It fits date nights, friends and mystery fans who prefer doing the investigation themselves instead of watching a staged dinner show.
The route starts at Porta Galliera and finishes at Piazza Rossini over 3 km, with 11 challenge locations. Typical duration: 110 min; 3 km walking route; 11 challenge locations
Choose this for an outdoor case you play at your pace. Choose an escape room or murder-mystery dinner when an indoor set, actors or a meal are the main appeal. Playable languages: English, Italian, Spanish, German, French.
