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🧩 Gamified Discovery: Solve 13 location-based puzzles to unlock hidden stories and secret spots.
📍 Starting Point: Inquisition Dungeons, Calle de San Bernardo, 1, 28013 Madrid, Spain
🛡️ Free Cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours before your planned start for a full refund.
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Places you will visit
13
It will take you
60-90 mins
You will walk
4200 steps
Total distance
3.2 km
Route you will explore
Starting point Inquisition Dungeons
Calle de San Bernardo, 1, 28013 Madrid, SpainFinish point Calle de la Ventosa
Calle de la Ventosa, 30, Centro, 28005 Madrid, SpainAbout this quest
What to Expect
This self-guided walking tour in Madrid combines exploration, storytelling, and puzzle-solving into one unique experience. As you navigate through the city, you will discover 13 carefully selected locations, each revealing a piece of the story.
The entire quest takes approximately 4500 minutes to complete and covers 3.2km on foot. You will move at your own pace, with the freedom to pause whenever you want to take photos, grab a coffee, or simply soak in the atmosphere.
Each location features a challenge or puzzle that unlocks the next chapter of your story. These challenges are designed to be fun and engaging while teaching you about the history, culture, and hidden gems of Madrid.
No tour guide needed – your smartphone becomes your guide. The Questo app provides directions, shares stories, and presents challenges along the way.
Highlights
See historic details in and around the Plaza Mayor that are hiding in plain sight
Walk the streets of La Latina, Madrid’s mecca for tapas
Learn about the darkest periods of Spain’s history
The mission: Your story in Madrid
She’s been healing people for years using natural practices, but someone was not satisfied and condemned her to the Inquisition.
You’ll have to be her eyes as you cross Madrid together and guide Juana safely to her apartment in La Latina, so she can pack her things and flee the city!
Landmarks & Hidden Gems Included
Mercado de San Miguel
Plaza de Oriente
Plaza Mayor
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 fully 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.
Important Information
Duration
Approximately 4500 minutes
Distance
3.2km walking
Group Size
Unlimited
Difficulty
Easy to Moderate
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible (stairs and uneven surfaces)
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your scheduled start time
Need to Know Before Booking
- •You will need the Questo app on your smartphone (iOS or Android)
- •Each ticket can be used by a group (share one device or play separately)
- •Internet connection required to download the quest initially
- •Once downloaded, you can play offline if needed
Ratings and Reviews
211 ratings
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Compare Questo vs. Guided Walking Tours
| 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 |
