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City exploration game
Genoa: Quest for the Lost Code
4.5Player rating
A DIFFERENT WAY TO SEE THE CITY
Play at your pace · usually 135 min 3.4 km Genoa App-guided
Play in
EnglishFrenchItalian
The experience
About this quest
Experience Genoa like never before -this interactive adventure leads you through both the city's most famous landmarks and its hidden treasures.
Perfect for visistors and locals as well, each stops reveals fascinating curiosities and lesser-known stories.Adding a playful twist, the game plays humorously on Genoa's reputation for thrift -much like Scots- turning your exploration into a witty celebration of frugality.
Are you ready to begin?
Perfect for visistors and locals as well, each stops reveals fascinating curiosities and lesser-known stories.Adding a playful twist, the game plays humorously on Genoa's reputation for thrift -much like Scots- turning your exploration into a witty celebration of frugality.
Are you ready to begin?
Is this for you?
Who it's for
Puzzle lovers visiting Genoa, and locals who can laugh at the city's reputation for thrift, get a walk of a little over two hours. It runs from the Castelletto lift and Via Garibaldi to San Lorenzo Cathedral and Columbus's house, with quieter corners in between. Couples and families with school-age children will enjoy it. If 3.4 km of hills and uneven ground sounds hard going, pick a flatter route.
What makes this quest special
Highlights
Visit all the major tourist sites of the city
Walk through Genoa's historic center
Discover hidden spots and curiosities
Enjoy the best views of the city
Solve fun and challenging enigmas
Get some advice from a true local
From people who played this quest
Good times. In their words.
4.50 / 5
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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
Genoa
A · Start
Piazza Santo Stefano, 2, 16121 Genova GE, Italy
B · Finish
Spianata castelletto, Belvedere Luigi Montaldo, 16125 Genova GE, Italy
Start and finish only. Discover the stops as you play.
The people behind the adventure
Created by Ale.
A route that brings places and playful storytelling together.
Made by Ale
WHAT MAKES A QUEST DIFFERENT
Your adventure, with a playful twist.
1 / 4
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
- Varied terrain/elevation, may not be suitable for those with limited mobility
- Family friendly
- Fun to do as a couple
- Route open 24/7 but better during daylight hours
A little clarity before you go
Frequently asked questions
Where does the quest start and finish?
It starts at Santo Stefano Abbey and ends back at the same place, so you finish where you began. In between you pass the Castelletto Elevator, Via Garibaldi, San Matteo, San Giorgio Palace, San Lorenzo Cathedral, Piazza de Ferrari and the House of Christopher Columbus.
How long does it take and how far is the walk?
Plan on a little over two hours for about 3.4 km, including time at each stop to hear the story and solve the puzzle. You can pause whenever you like, stop for a coffee or lunch, and pick up the game again later from where you left off.
Is it suitable for children?
Yes, it is tagged as family friendly, and the humour about Genoese thrift and the puzzles at each stop work well for school-age children. The route has hills and varied terrain, including a ride on the Castelletto lift, so children need to be comfortable walking 3.4 km.
Do we need to book a time, and can we play as a group?
There is no time slot to book and no guide to meet. You start whenever you are ready on your phone, and one ticket covers your whole group, so friends or family can solve the puzzles together as you walk.
Can we do it at any time of day?
The route is open 24/7, but it is better in daylight, when the streets, churches and palaces are easier to see and the clues are easier to spot. The whole quest is outdoors, so bring suitable clothing if rain is forecast.
Is the lost code based on a real Genoa mystery?
No. The code and mission are fictional; Genoa’s real streets and locations are the setting for the adventure.
Is this a guided Genoa tour?
No. The app guides the clues and story, with no guide, group or fixed start time to follow.
How many tickets does our group need?
This classic quest sells access per device and player. Each person who wants to solve clues on their own phone needs their own access.
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HISTORY AND CULTURE IN GENOA
A history-led way to explore Genoa
Genoa: Quest for the Lost Code is for visitors who want more context than a casual walk, but more freedom than a scheduled guided tour. The quest uses a route through Genoa to connect clues, places and stories.
The route starts at Santo Stefano Abbey and finishes at Castelletto over 3.4 km, with 13 challenge locations. Typical duration: 135 min; 3.4 km walking route; 13 challenge locations
Choose this for active, private discovery at your pace. Choose a guided historical tour or museum when expert live interpretation or curated exhibits matter more. Playable languages: English, Italian, French.
