🔒 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 10 location-based puzzles to unlock hidden stories and secret spots.
📍 Starting Point: Duomo di Genova, Piazza S. Lorenzo, 16123 Genova GE, Italy
🛡️ Free Cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours before your planned start for a full refund.
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Places you will visit
10
It will take you
105-135 mins
You will walk
2890 steps
Total distance
2.2 km
Route you will explore
Starting point Duomo di Genova
Piazza S. Lorenzo, 16123 Genova GE, ItalyFinish point Focacceria Titti e Fede
Via dei Macelli di Soziglia, 4/R, 16123 Genova GE, ItalyAbout this quest
What to Expect
This self-guided walking tour in Genoa combines exploration, storytelling, and puzzle-solving into one unique experience. As you navigate through the city, you will discover 10 carefully selected locations, each revealing a piece of the story.
The entire quest takes approximately 7200 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 Genoa.
No tour guide needed – your smartphone becomes your guide. The Questo app provides directions, shares stories, and presents challenges along the way.
Highlights
Saint Lawrence's Cathedral: Explore the iconic medieval façade and uncover historical clues.
Piazza De Ferrari: Solve puzzles at the grand central fountain.
Giuseppe Garibaldi: Discover the revolutionary statue’s secrets.
Niccolò Paganini: Learn about the violinist’s legacy.
Palazzo Pallavicini & Belvedere Castelletto: Enjoy stunning panoramic views.
The mission: Your story in Genoa
Legend says that this treasure holds not just gold, but relics with the power to reveal forgotten truths about the city’s past. However, to prevent it from falling into the wrong hands, the family scattered clues all over the city.
- Best in the morning to avoid the heat and see lively market, local shrines and temples.
- Ensure your phone is fully charged or bring along your trusty power bank
- Wear a hat and sunscreen, have enough water
- Best in the morning to avoid the heat
- Family friendly
- Fun to do as a couple
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 7200 minutes
Distance
2.2km 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
10 ratings
Annalisa Puglia
Suzy 2.0
Giovanni
Beat the best: Top Genoa explorers
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 |
