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City exploration game
Hidden Porto: War and Passion
4.09Player ratingA DIFFERENT WAY TO SEE THE CITY
Play at your pace · usually 80 min 5.8 km Porto App-guided
Play in
EnglishPortuguese
The experience
About this quest
Play a city game in the lesser-known side of Porto and explore the hidden side of Portugal’s Undefeated City.
During this walk through time, you will be surrounded by nature, art and architecture, as time is strung together in some of the city’s most unique locations.
Discover the peacefulness of the Crystal Palace Gardens and see the grandiosity of the Super Bock Arena before uncovering the Romantic path to the Botanical Garden.
Are you ready for a tale of deception and passion? Right this way…
During this walk through time, you will be surrounded by nature, art and architecture, as time is strung together in some of the city’s most unique locations.
Discover the peacefulness of the Crystal Palace Gardens and see the grandiosity of the Super Bock Arena before uncovering the Romantic path to the Botanical Garden.
Are you ready for a tale of deception and passion? Right this way…
What makes this quest special
Highlights
See the Porto of Sophia de Mello Breyner and Agustina Bessa-Luís
Explore the rich history of Massarelos, Porto’s student neighbourhood
Admire the city’s famed street art sceneMarvel at the breathtaking view of the city from the Crystal Palace
Please start playing between 9:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. until from October to March and between 9:00 a.m. and 5:30 p.m. from April to September, to be able to visit all the places.
From people who played this quest
Good times. In their words.
4.09 / 5
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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
Porto
A · Start
Jardins do Palácio de Cristal, R. de Dom Manuel II, 4050-346 Porto, Portugal
B · Finish
Rua do Campo Alegre 1191, 4150-181 Porto, Portugal
Start and finish only. Discover the stops as you play.
The people behind the adventure
Created by Porto Secret Spots.
A route that brings places and playful storytelling together.
Made by Porto Secret Spots
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
- We recommend not playing at night
A little clarity before you go
Frequently asked questions
What side of Porto does Hidden Porto explore?
The route looks beyond the best-known centre, connecting gardens, art, architecture and places around the Crystal Palace and Botanical Garden with a fictional tale of deception and passion.
Is this experience self-guided?
Yes. The Questo app guides you from clue to clue, with no guide or fixed start time. You can begin when it suits you and pause along the way.
How many accesses does our group need?
Classic quests sell access per device and player. Each person who wants to solve clues on their own phone needs their own access.
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EXPLORE PORTO ON FOOT
A flexible self-guided way to discover Porto
Hidden Porto: War and Passion is for travelers who want a private, self-guided city experience rather than joining a scheduled walking-tour group. You follow a route, solve clues and discover places at your own pace.
The route starts at Super Bock Arena and finishes at Botanical Garden over 5.8 km, with 14 challenge locations. Typical duration: 80 min; 5.8 km walking route; 14 challenge locations
Choose this for flexibility, privacy and active discovery. Choose a guided walking tour when live commentary and asking a guide questions matter more. Playable languages: English, Portuguese.
