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City exploration game

Milan Mystery: A New Art Thief in Brera

4.2Player rating
Play at your pace · usually 66 min 2.9 km Milan App-guided
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EnglishItalian

The experience

About this quest

Play a city exploration game and discover the bohemian beauty and romantic atmosphere of Brera, one of Milan’s most picturesque areas. 

From Basilica di San Marco to Chiesa di Santa Maria del Carmine, you’ll follow clues to witness authentic architectural treasures, as well as beautiful squares and hidden fountains. Solve challenges in the beating artistic heart of the city to learn old secrets of this charming neighbourhood!

Are you ready to explore a green paradise in the middle of Milan?

What makes this quest special

Highlights

  • Discover Milan’s bohemian and arty district, with its maze of pedestrian streets, elegant squares and historic churches

  • Take a stroll in the splendid and peaceful Brera Botanical Garden, a hidden green oasis right behind Palazzo di Brera

  • Explore the picturesque Palazzo di Brera, home to Pinacoteca di Brera, Braidense National Library and the prestigious Accademia di Belle Arti

From people who played this quest

Good times. In their words.

4.20 / 5

76 player ratings

Selected player reviews. Original words and ratings.

From your phone to the streets

A walk that turns into an adventure.

  1. 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. 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. 3

    Crack a clue. Share a little victory.

    Look around for answers, solve puzzles and enjoy the “we got it!” moments.

CHOOSE YOUR PASS

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Players exploring the city together

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.

Team vs team

Use your own phones and join a team. Any teammate’s answer advances everyone. Beat the other teams on the leaderboard.

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

Milan

A · Start

Via Andegari, 8, 20121 Milano MI, Italy

B · Finish

Piazza S. Simpliciano, 7, 20100 Milano MI, Italy

Get directions to the start

Start and finish only. Discover the stops as you play.

The people behind the adventure

Created by Giulia Vi..

A route that brings places and playful storytelling together.

Made by Giulia Vi.

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 for couples
  • Recommended activity for families

A little clarity before you go

Frequently asked questions

Is the art theft a real case?
No. The thief and investigation are fictional. Brera is the real district that frames the game.
Is this a guided Pinacoteca di Brera visit?
No. It is an outdoor city game and does not include museum entry or a guided gallery tour.
How many tickets does our group need?
This classic quest sells access per device and player. Each person who wants to solve clues on their own phone needs their own access.

OUTDOOR INVESTIGATION IN MILAN

A detective-style mission through Milan

Milan Mystery: A New Art Thief in Brera is for players who enjoy spy, detective or investigation stories and want a city route with clues instead of a passive walk. The city becomes the setting for the mission.

The route starts at Fontana dei Baci (via Aldegari 8) and finishes at Basilica of San Simpliciano over 2.9 km, with 10 challenge locations. Typical duration: 66 min; 2.9 km walking route; 10 challenge locations

Choose this for an outdoor investigation you control. Choose an escape room when a contained indoor set and fixed session are more important. Playable languages: English, Italian.

Your next story starts outside.

Your next adventure is an app away.

Get the Questo app. Pick a quest, follow the clues and make the city your playground.

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