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🧩 Gamified Discovery: Solve 14 location-based puzzles to unlock hidden stories and secret spots.
📍 Starting Point: Royal Orfeum (Madách theatre), Budapest, Erzsébet krt. 29-33, 1073 Hungary
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Places you will visit
14
It will take you
177-207 mins
You will walk
6040 steps
Total distance
4.6 km
Route you will explore
Starting point Royal Orfeum (Madách theatre)
Budapest, Erzsébet krt. 29-33, 1073 HungaryFinish point Vigadó Concert Hall
Budapest, Vigadó tér 2, 1051 HungaryAbout this quest
This era-specific game immerses you in the late 1800s and early 1900s, uniquely exploring a vibrant, transformative time. Discover hidden gems, learn about iconic landmarks, get a glimpse into the nightlife, and uncover the stories that shaped the city.
Ready to dive into the past and experience Budapest like never before? Your adventure awaits!
Highlights
Royal Orfeum (Madách Theatre today), starring Pepi Littmann, a drag king Yiddish vaudeville singer.
Market halls typical to the late 1800s.
A vocational school straight out of Gotham.
Iconic Hungarian desserts in a historical café.
Peek behind the curtains of Budapest's nightlife at the turn of the century.
The mission: Your story in Budapest
A young man steps onto the platform at Nyugati Station, the iron ribs of Eiffel’s grand design arching above him. The city hums with promise, just as his sister, Ida, described in her letters.
Through melodies in midnight salons, she paved his path to the study of flesh and bone. Now, with gratitude in his heart and wonder in his eyes, he embarks on a quest – to see, to savor, and to surprise.
Landmarks & Hidden Gems Included
Chapel of Saint Roch
Hungarian National Museum
New York Café
Madách Színház
Good to know before you play
- Ensure your phone is fully charged or bring along your trusty power bank
- Fun to do as a couple
- The Market Hall is closed on Sunday!
- We recommend not playing at night
- No attractions ticket(s) required
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
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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 |
