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🧩 Gamified Discovery: Solve 10 location-based puzzles to unlock hidden stories and secret spots.
📍 Starting Point: Ancient Gates of Porta Ticinese, Corso di Porta Ticinese, 51b, 20123 Milano MI, Italy
🛡️ Free Cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours before your planned start for a full refund.
🌐 Available In: 🇬🇧 English 🇩🇪 Deutsch
Places you will visit
10
It will take you
94-124 mins
You will walk
5650 steps
Total distance
4.3 km
Route you will explore
Starting point Ancient Gates of Porta Ticinese
Corso di Porta Ticinese, 51b, 20123 Milano MI, ItalyFinish point Ponte Alexander Langer
Viale Gorizia, 9, 20144 Milano MI, ItalyAbout this quest
Milan, 1640. The city murmurs with fear—tonight, a young woman will be burned for witchcraft.
You're just a humble canal boat driver, no hero. But when her eyes meet yours, everything changes. She begs for help, and you know the secret waterways of the Navigli better than anyone. Messages must be passed. Magical objects found. Allies trusted—or betrayed.
Step into a mysterious, moonlit adventure through Milan’s canals. Solve real-world puzzles, follow clues through hidden alleys and bridges, and work together with friends or family to rewrite fate. This isn’t just a walk—it’s a story of courage, magic, and connection, waiting to be lived. Will you save her… or arrive too late?
What to Expect
This self-guided walking tour in Milan combines exploration, storytelling, and puzzle-solving into one unique experience. As you navigate through the city, you will discover 10 carefully selected locations, each revealing a piece of the story.
The entire quest takes approximately 6540 minutes to complete and covers 4.3km 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 Milan.
No tour guide needed – your smartphone becomes your guide. The Questo app provides directions, shares stories, and presents challenges along the way.
Highlights
Visit the “little gate” that guards the medieval walls of the city
See the church built right on the spot where the bishop of Milan witnessed a divine event
Explore the area where heretics and witches were condemned to death
Discover the alley where men used to wash the city’s laundry with chimney ash
The mission: Your story in Milan
You must collaborate with her accomplices, pass on messages, and find magical objects to help her escape on the city’s secretive waterways that you know better than anyone. If there’s anyone in Milan capable of saving her from this terrible fate, it’s you.
Landmarks & Hidden Gems Included
Basilica di Sant'Eustorgio
Columns of St. Lawrence
Ancient Gates of Porta Ticinese
- Best during the day
- Kid friendly
- Best for couples
- Recommended activity for families
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 6540 minutes
Distance
4.3km 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
84 ratings
Beat the best: Top Milan explorers
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 |
