Historic Catania: The Lost Treasure
4.5334 Reviews70 people have played this questGet ready to visit some of the most important historical sites in the old town and figure out the secrets they hide.
Immerse yourself in an unforgettable treasure hunt and explore the rich cultural heritage Catania has to offer.
How many are playing?
Unlock · €9.99Live in Catania? The Annual Pass is how locals play · €79.99/yr. See the Annual Pass →
Places you will visit
12
It will take you
69-99 mins
You will walk
3290 steps
Total distance
2.5 km
What you'll actually do
Download the Questo app and unlock the quest. Walk to Porta Garibaldi whenever you like · no guide, no group, no time slot.
Solve 12 puzzles hidden in the streets around you. Each one you crack unlocks the next location.
Finish at Basilica Cattedrale di Sant'Agata and see where you land on the Catania leaderboard.
Highlights
Crack codes and solve puzzles to get to the treasure before the Illuminati.
Explore the biggest church in Sicily.
Find out about the patron saint of Catania and how she saved the city from multiple disasters over the centuries.
Discover the legend of Castello Ursino.
Let the historic sights and intriguing stories of Catania charm you.
Landmarks & Hidden Gems Included
Monastero dei Benedettini
Castello Ursino
Basilica Cattedrale di Sant'Agata
Ratings and Reviews
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The mission: Your story in Catania
The Illuminati have resurfaced after 300 years, hunting for Sant' Agata's lost treasure with plans to destroy it. Armed with a cryptic map, you must embark on a thrilling quest to uncover and protect the treasure that has been hidden for centuries. Can you save it in time?
Beat the best: Top Catania explorers
Good to know before you play
- Family friendly
- Fun to do as a couple
Compare Questo vs. Guided Walking Tours
Flexibility
Regular Guided Tours
Fixed schedules & no pausing
Questo
Start, pause, and resume anytime
Privacy
Regular Guided Tours
Crowds of up to 30 strangers
Questo
Private experience for your group only
Pricing
Regular Guided Tours
$30–$60 (€23–€50) per person
Questo
Transparent pricing shown before checkout
Availability
Regular Guided Tours
Requires advance booking
Questo
Instant access 24/7/365
Experience
Regular Guided Tours
Passive listening to a guide
Questo
Active gamification; you solve the mystery
| 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–$60 (€23–€50) per person | Transparent pricing shown before checkout |
| 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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Guided tour pricing: Comprehensive Economic Analysis of Guided Tour Pricing, EU and US markets, 2026. Standard 2–3 hour group walking tours.
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HISTORY AND CULTURE IN CATANIA
Explore Catania through historic
Historic Catania: The Lost Treasure is a self-guided story walk in Catania, designed for travelers who want history and local culture. Its story centers on Historic.
The route starts at Porta Garibaldi and finishes at Basilica Cattedrale di Sant'Agata over 2.5 km, with 12 challenge locations. The page specifically identifies Monastero dei Benedettini, Castello Ursino and Basilica Cattedrale di Sant'Agata along the experience. Practical fit: 2.5 km route; Typical duration: 84 minutes; 12 location-based challenges; Playable in English.
Choose this for a self-guided story and puzzle route. Choose a guided walking tour when live commentary and asking a guide questions matter more. Playable languages: English.
