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🧩 Gamified Discovery: Solve 12 location-based puzzles to unlock hidden stories and secret spots.
📍 Starting Point: Real Church of Saint James and Saint John the Baptist, Calle de Santiago, 24, 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
12
It will take you
75-105 mins
You will walk
3550 steps
Total distance
2.7 km
Route you will explore
Starting point Real Church of Saint James and Saint John the Baptist
Calle de Santiago, 24, 28013 Madrid, SpainFinish point Velázquez Monument (Prado Museum)
P.º del Prado, 11, 28014 Madrid, SpainAbout this quest
Follow clues and solve puzzles to save your lost soul, while checking out landmarks such as the Royal Palace, Puerta del Sol, the Literary Quarter, the Prado Museum, and much more.
Start the night walk right now and discover Madrid at your own pace, without a guide.
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 12 carefully selected locations, each revealing a piece of the story.
The entire quest takes approximately 5400 minutes to complete and covers 2.7km 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
Become a famous ghost and follow clues that will help you find eternal peace. Unless, of course, your soul is doomed to serve a different sentence…
Discover the secret behind Velázquez’s most famous painting, Las Meninas
Explore secret gems such as the world’s oldest theatre, the home of the Spanish tooth fairy, and more.
Learn about Madrid's history in an entertaining and engaging way.
Visit the most haunted places in town.
The mission: Your story in Madrid
A black raven lands on the tree in the centre of the gloomy square. Its caw rouses you from your sleep on the church stairs.
A new night of purgatory has begun.
You’ve lost track of how long you’ve been doing this. It must be centuries. You often wonder if people still remember you, Diego Velázquez, the greatest painter of the Spanish Golden Age!
Lately, you’ve been feeling that your dreary existence as a ghost has been expiation enough. But little do you know that today is your Day of Reckoning.
Landmarks & Hidden Gems Included
Velázquez Monument (Prado Museum)
Museo del Jamón
The Old Treasure House
Real Church of Saint James and Saint John the Baptist
- Best at night
- Don’t enter the places, not part of the experience
- Use the phone flashlight for clues if needed
- Some checkpoints may contain temporary construction work
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 5400 minutes
Distance
2.7km 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
370 ratings
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 |
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Frequently asked questions
What’s a fresh and fun thing to do in Madrid with toddlers?
Walk through Retiro Park, check out street artists around Puerta del Sol, and try one of the easy Questo games made for kids—lots of bright clues and no scary stuff. You control the pace, so stop for ice cream whenever.
Is there a mystery or detective quest in Madrid I can play tonight?
Yes. There are quests in the historic centre that let you chase clues through alleys, historic buildings, and plazas. Great if you want something spontaneous and different this evening.
Want a memorable date idea in Madrid?
Try a twilight walk in La Latina or Malasaña, then dive into a story quest with the city lights as your backdrop. Solving puzzles together, stopping for tapas—you’ll remember the laughs and surprises.
Are these games good for groups of friends or coworkers?
Definitely. Split into teams, compare who solves clues first, explore hidden corners you wouldn’t go solo. It’s way more fun than just dinner or standard sightseeing.
Will I see Madrid’s major landmarks or mostly hidden spots?
Both. Some quests lead you through iconic places like the Royal Palace or Catedral Almudena, others take you through off-beat alleys, murals, and quiet plazas locals love but visitors often miss.
