Romantic Cotroceni: Run Away With Me in Bucharest
In a time where romances between different classes is forbidden, try to uncover where they hid and what became of their love story in this lovely neighborhood filled with architectural masterpieces.
The main character, Maria, is based on Maria Cuțarida-Crătunescu (1857-1919) who was the first female doctor in Romania.
per player · one-time · yours forever
An evening of adventure for less than two coffees
Each player races on their own phone.
Full refund until you start playing · 11 stops · 1 hrs · 2.2 km
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Places you will visit
11
It will take you
41-71 mins
You will walk
2890 steps
Total distance
2.2 km
Highlights
Discover the most important buildings in Cotroceni.
Uncover the neighborhood's history.
Visit Instagrammable places.
Follow a fictional love story that will melt your heart.
Solve clues and logical puzzles.
DATE POTENTIAL: The finish point is at Infinitea - a romantic venue in Cotroceni. Be sure to book a table!
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 Bucharest
It is the year 1919.
You, my friend, are a renowned detective and an important bourgeois family in Bucharest has asked you to find their beloved daughter - Maria.
Maria has just finished the Faculty of Medicine at Montpellier but, instead of focusing on her medical endeavors, she ran away with a poor officer from the army - Anton.
Oh, how this brings shame to the family!
"Please, bring our Maria back, in the hopes that we can end this nonsense and ensure her a prosperous future.
Without Anton!"
Good to know before you play
- If the weather gets cold, you can pause and go inside to warm up at almost any location in the game
- No attractions ticket(s) required
- Romantic Adventure
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
While you can play solo, quests are more fun with friends or family. One ticket works for a group.
Ratings and Reviews
86 ratings
Raluca Alexandra Petrus
Andrei
Mariana Petrescu
Simona Marcu
Andreea Duiu
Beat the best: Top Bucharest explorers
Myself (Teo) & my Ducky are a creative dynamic duo with a passion for riddles and experiences that allow you to see places from a different perspective. We've been travelling the world and we love creating or trying out quests. Hope you like our work! 📧 puiu.teodora@gmail.com
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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
Affordable per-group pricing
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 | Affordable per-group pricing |
| Availability | Requires advance booking | Instant access 24/7/365 |
| Experience | Passive listening to a guide | Active gamification; you solve the mystery |
