🔒 Instant Access: Book now and start immediately. No need to wait for a guide.
⏱️ Total Flexibility: Start, pause, and resume whenever you want.
🧩 Gamified Discovery: Solve 11 location-based puzzles to unlock hidden stories and secret spots.
📍 Starting Point: Monumentul Eroilor Sanitari, Splaiul Independenței, București, Romania
🛡️ Free Cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours before your planned start for a full refund.
🌐 Available In: 🇬🇧 English 🇷🇴 Română
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Bucharest City Pass
The complete Bucharest adventure.
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Places you will visit
11
It will take you
41-71 mins
You will walk
2890 steps
Total distance
2.2 km
Route you will explore
Starting point Monumentul Eroilor Sanitari
Splaiul Independenței, București, RomaniaFinish point Infinitea
Strada Doctor Grigore Romniceanu 7 Etaj 1, București 050574, RomaniaAbout this quest
In a time where romances between different classes is forbidden, try to uncover where they hid and what became of their love story in this lovely neighborhood filled with architectural masterpieces.
The main character, Maria, is based on Maria Cuțarida-Crătunescu (1857-1919) who was the first female doctor in Romania.
What to Expect
This self-guided walking tour in Bucharest combines exploration, storytelling, and puzzle-solving into one unique experience. As you navigate through the city, you will discover 11 carefully selected locations, each revealing a piece of the story.
The entire quest takes approximately 3360 minutes to complete and covers 2.2km 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 Bucharest.
No tour guide needed – your smartphone becomes your guide. The Questo app provides directions, shares stories, and presents challenges along the way.
Highlights
Discover the most important buildings in Cotroceni.
Uncover the neighborhood's history.
Visit Instagrammable places.
Follow a fictional love story that will melt your heart.
Solve clues and logical puzzles.
DATE POTENTIAL: The finish point is at Infinitea - a romantic venue in Cotroceni. Be sure to book a table!
The mission: Your story in Bucharest
It is the year 1919.
You, my friend, are a renowned detective and an important bourgeois family in Bucharest has asked you to find their beloved daughter - Maria.
Maria has just finished the Faculty of Medicine at Montpellier but, instead of focusing on her medical endeavors, she ran away with a poor officer from the army - Anton.
Oh, how this brings shame to the family!
"Please, bring our Maria back, in the hopes that we can end this nonsense and ensure her a prosperous future.
Without Anton!"
Good to know before you play
- If the weather gets cold, you can pause and go inside to warm up at almost any location in the game
- No attractions ticket(s) required
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 at least 60% 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.
Ratings and Reviews
80 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 |
