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Use your own phones and join a team. Any teammate’s answer advances everyone. Beat the other teams on the leaderboard.
City exploration game
Old Town Bologna: Murder Mystery
4.43Player rating
A DIFFERENT WAY TO SEE THE CITY
Play at your pace · usually 110 min 3 km Bologna App-guided
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The experience
About this quest
Bologna, 1880. The trains have arrived, the city buzzes with newfound speed, and Italy is still catching its breath as a young nation. But one thing hasn’t changed - murder still stalks the alleyways.
You are Andrea Satutto, Italy’s most brilliant detective, summoned to crack the case of Giacomo di Pepoli: a powerful man found dead in the heart of Bologna’s old town. Clues hide in plain sight, whispered through cobbled streets and behind noble facades. With every step, you’ll follow the trail, solve puzzles rooted in history, and uncover a story few dare to tell.
Grab your sharpest friends or your bravest family, and walk your way through one of Bologna’s darkest secrets. The truth is waiting—but only if you’re clever enough to find it.
What makes this quest special
Highlights
Uncover the stories behind Bologna’s central square
Learn about the puzzling history of the Old University
Discover the city’s most famous marketplace
From people who played this quest
Good times. In their words.
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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
Bologna
A · Start
P.za XX Settembre, 15, 40121 Bologna BO, Italy
B · Finish
Via Zamboni, 20, 40126 Bologna BO, Italy
Start and finish only. Discover the stops as you play.
Along the way
Landmarks & Hidden Gems Included
The people behind the adventure
Created by Bryan Da Silva.
A route that brings places and playful storytelling together.
Made by Bryan Da Silva
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 at night
A little clarity before you go
Frequently asked questions
What’s this quest about?
Step back to 1880 Bologna. A nobleman has been found dead, and you’re the detective chasing the truth. You’ll wander cobblestone lanes, uncover hidden clues, and piece together a murder mystery set in the city’s gorgeous old town.
Who will enjoy it most?
Couples looking for a unique date, friends who like puzzles and dark stories, and travelers who want a city walk with real suspense instead of a typical tour.
Is it a good idea for a date night?
Absolutely. Solving clues together is fun and a little romantic, and you’ll find quiet piazzas and hidden corners that feel made for two.
Are the puzzles difficult?
They’re clever but approachable. You’ll stay challenged and entertained without feeling stuck.
Can we start whenever we like?
Yes. No guide, no fixed start time—just open the quest on your phone and begin whenever it fits your day or evening plans.
Will locals find it interesting too?
Yes! Even people who know Bologna well often discover new stories, hidden architecture, and details they’ve walked past for years.
Is this a murder mystery dinner in Bologna?
No. You become the detectives outdoors in Bologna, following evidence and suspects in the Questo app rather than watching actors during a meal.
Is this an escape room?
No. It has puzzles and a case to solve, but the investigation takes place outdoors around the city rather than in a locked room.
What do Duo and Fellowship include?
Duo provides access on 2 devices. Fellowship provides access on up to 5 devices, so every included detective can follow the case on their own phone.
Keep exploring
Every quest. One year.
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OUTDOOR MURDER MYSTERY IN BOLOGNA
A citywide case for mystery and escape-room fans
Old Town Bologna: Murder Mystery is for players who want to solve a fictional case on real streets in Bologna. It fits date nights, friends and mystery fans who prefer doing the investigation themselves instead of watching a staged dinner show.
The route starts at Porta Galliera and finishes at Piazza Rossini over 3 km, with 11 challenge locations. Typical duration: 110 min; 3 km walking route; 11 challenge locations
Choose this for an outdoor case you play at your pace. Choose an escape room or murder-mystery dinner when an indoor set, actors or a meal are the main appeal. Playable languages: English, Italian, Spanish, German, French.
