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City exploration game
Florence: Uncover the Medici Conspiracy
4.4Player rating
A DIFFERENT WAY TO SEE THE CITY
Play at your pace · usually 74 min 3.6 km Florence App-guided
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The experience
About this quest
It is Easter, 1478. You are Giuliano de Medici, and someone in Florence is planning to destroy your family. Your mission: find out who, how, and when, before they strike.
This self-guided escape game in Florence puts you at the center of one of the most dramatic real events in Renaissance history, the Pazzi Conspiracy, tracing a trail of clues through the city's most iconic landmarks: the Medici Chapels, the Piazza del Duomo, the Loggia dei Lanzi, and the Ponte Vecchio.
Solve puzzles, decode hidden messages, and follow a blood trail through 15th-century Florence.
Every location is real, every historical detail grounded in fact.
The conspiracy you are uncovering is exactly how it happened, including the twist at the end that changes everything.
The perfect Florence walking experience for history lovers, puzzle enthusiasts, and anyone looking for something beyond the standard sights.
No guide needed. Start at Piazza di Santa Maria Novella and follow Giuliano into one of Florence's darkest hours.
Is this for you?
Who it's for
Renaissance history fans and couples who know the Pazzi plot will enjoy playing Giuliano de Medici at Easter 1478, solving medium-level clues from Santa Maria Novella past the Duomo and Piazza della Signoria to Palazzo Pitti in about 2.5 hours. Anyone wanting a live guide, or with young children unlikely to manage 3.6 km and a story about a murder plot, should choose something else.
What makes this quest special
Highlights
Step into Renaissance Florence as Giuliano de Medici and uncover a real historical conspiracy
Explore the Medici Chapels, Piazza del Duomo, Loggia dei Lanzi, and Ponte Vecchio
Follow a trail of clues and decode hidden messages to discover what history recorded next
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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
Florence
A · Start
P.za di Santa Maria Novella, 18/A, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy
B · Finish
Piazza de' Pitti, 20R, 50125 Firenze FI, Italy
Start and finish only. Discover the stops as you play.
Along the way
Landmarks & Hidden Gems Included
WHAT MAKES A QUEST DIFFERENT
Your adventure, with a playful twist.
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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
- The Medici Palace might be closed, but you can continue playing
- Some checkpoints may contain temporary construction work
- Hidden History
- Difficulty level: Medium 🟡🤔
A little clarity before you go
Frequently asked questions
What is the Medici conspiracy quest about?
It is Easter 1478 and you play Giuliano de Medici. Someone in Florence plans to destroy your family, and you must find out who, how and when. The story follows the real Pazzi Conspiracy, with clues at places such as the Medici Chapels, Piazza del Duomo and the Loggia dei Lanzi.
Is this an escape room in Florence?
It works like an escape game, but outdoors and self-guided. Your phone leads you from place to place, tells the story of each one and sets puzzles in what is in front of you. The difficulty is medium, and you can start whenever you like without booking a time.
Where does it start and finish, and how long does it take?
The route starts at the Basilica di Santa Maria Novella and finishes at Palazzo Pitti, so it is not a loop. It covers about 3.6 km, and most players take around 2.5 hours including walking and puzzles. You can pause and continue later if you need a break.
Can we play as a group?
Yes. One ticket covers the whole group playing together on the walk, so friends or couples can work through the clues side by side. There is no group to join and no guide, so you set your own pace and can stop for coffee along the way.
What happens if the Medici Palace is closed or there is construction?
You can keep playing even if the Medici Palace is closed, as the game does not depend on going inside. Some checkpoints may have temporary construction work nearby, so expect the occasional barrier around a stop.
Can I jump into the Medici drama without knowing Renaissance history?
Yep. The story sets the scene for you—think “political thriller in 15th-century Florence,” explained as you go.
I’ve got a dinner reservation soon—can we finish before aperitivo?
Most players wrap it up in roughly an hour-ish, and you can pause for photos or gelato. It’s flexible, not a marathon.
What’s the vibe: dusty history or edge-of-your-seat intrigue?
Intrigue first, history woven in. You’re chasing clues tied to real places and power plays, not reading a textbook.
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A flexible self-guided way to discover Florence
Florence: Uncover the Medici Conspiracy is for travelers who want a private, self-guided city experience rather than joining a scheduled walking-tour group. You follow a route, solve clues and discover places at your own pace.
The route starts at Basilica di Santa Maria Novella and finishes at Palazzo Pitti over 3.6 km, with 11 challenge locations. Typical duration: 74 min; 3.6 km walking route; 11 challenge locations
Choose this for flexibility, privacy and active discovery. Choose a guided walking tour when live commentary and asking a guide questions matter more. Playable languages: German, English, Spanish, French, Italian.
