Saving Michelangelo: The Florence Mission
You’re a trained Time Travel Agent on a mission to save the very soul of art. History has detected a dangerous plot: someone is planning to assassinate Michelangelo before he sculpts his masterpiece, David. If you fail, the future of art will never be the same.
Your journey begins in 1501 Florence, a city alive with ambition, secrets, and beauty. As you walk through its storied streets, solve real-world puzzles, follow hidden clues, and uncover who’s behind the plot. The past is counting on you.
Perfect for families, friends, or solo adventurers, this quest blends history, mystery, and movement into one unforgettable adventure. Will you protect the legacy—or rewrite it forever?
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Whole dayLanguages
English, Italian, Spanish, French
Highlights
Discover the hidden street and house where Michelangelo grew up
See the place where Michelangelo “skinned” corpses to perfect his drawing skills
Uncover the workshop where Michelangelo carved his masterpiece, ‘The David’
Find out how many days it took to move the gigantic David to the main square
Visit the site where Michelangelo is buried and learn the incredible story of how his body was brought back to Florence
Storyline
Still, you are incredibly nervous. If you fail this mission, the entire face of art might change forever. You are supposed to intercept a plot to kill the great master Michelangelo before he can even sculpt David.
You will go back to 1501 and make sure the horrible plot doesn’t come to pass. You get into the time travel machine, take a deep breath, and turn the engine on.
Experience's route
Starting point PIAZZA SANTO SPIRITO
Piazza Santo Spirito, 1, 50125 Firenze FI, ItalyFinish point Piazza Santa Croce
Piazza di Santa Croce, 16, 50122 Firenze FI, ItalyPlaces you will visit
12
It will take you
43-73 mins
You will walk
4860 steps
Total distance
3.7 km
Places to visit
You will discover interesting places along the route of the experience.
Piazza Santa Croce
Casa Buonarroti
Galleria dell'Accademia
Ponte Vecchio
Piazza Santo Spirito
- Best during the day
- Best for couples
- Recommended activity for families
Get the Questo app and you’re all set
Download it, choose your route and just walk to the starting point.
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Availability:
Can be played on
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, SundayDuring these hours
Whole dayLanguages
English, Italian, Spanish, French