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The Montepulciano Vampire Mystery

🔒 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 12 location-based puzzles to unlock hidden stories and secret spots.

📍 Starting Point: Porta al Prato, Via di Gracciano nel Corso, 53045 Montepulciano SI, Italy

🛡️ Free Cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours before your planned start for a full refund.

🌐 Available In: 🇬🇧 English 🇮🇹 Italiano

Places you will visit

12

It will take you

106-136 mins

You will walk

2760 steps

Total distance

2.1 km

Route you will explore

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About this quest

In the golden light of Tuscany, Montepulciano shines with charm—its wine, music, and theatre drawing visitors from around the world. But beneath the beauty lies a whispered legend. 

Your friend Luigi, obsessed with a dark secret buried beneath the town, has vanished without a trace. Locals speak of ancient vampires dwelling in the shadowy caves and cellars below. Could the stories be true? Follow the trail Luigi left behind, solve cryptic puzzles, and explore Montepulciano’s twisting streets and underground passages. 

This real-world walking quest blends mystery, history, and suspense—perfect to enjoy with friends or family. Will you uncover the truth… or disappear like Luigi?

What to Expect

This self-guided walking tour in Montepulciano combines exploration, storytelling, and puzzle-solving into one unique experience. As you navigate through the city, you will discover 12 carefully selected locations, each revealing a piece of the story.

The entire quest takes approximately 7260 minutes to complete and covers 2.1km 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 Montepulciano.

No tour guide needed – your smartphone becomes your guide. The Questo app provides directions, shares stories, and presents challenges along the way.

Highlights

  • You will be guided on a journey through historic places such as the Palazzo Communale and Fortezza Medicea, cultural spots such as the De Ricci Cellars and key viewpoiunts of the surrounding Tuscan countryside.

  • You will experience characteristic parts of a Tuscan hill town such as the vicolo (alleyways), portas (gates) and piazzas(squares).

The mission: Your story in Montepulciano

Montepulciano is a Tuscan hill town famous for its wine, music and theatre. 

Your friend Luigi has been on the trail of a darker secret hidden at the heart of this beautiful town, and he has disappeared while trying to investigate. 

There are rumors that the caves and walls in Montepulciano have been home to generations of vampires. Your quest is to find Luigi and to discover whether he has uncovered the secrets within the cellars.

Tips & Recommendations

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Wear Comfortable Shoes

You will be walking throughout the city, so comfortable footwear is essential for enjoying the experience.

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Charge Your Phone

Make sure your smartphone is fully charged. The quest runs through the Questo app, and you will be using it throughout.

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Check the Weather

This is an outdoor activity. Bring an umbrella or sunscreen depending on the forecast.

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Bring a Camera

You will discover photogenic locations and hidden gems perfect for capturing memories.

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Stay Hydrated

Bring water, especially during warmer months or longer quests.

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Play with Friends

While you can play solo, quests are more fun with friends or family. One ticket works for a group.

Important Information

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Duration

Approximately 7260 minutes

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Distance

2.1km walking

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Group Size

Unlimited

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Difficulty

Easy to Moderate

Accessibility

Not wheelchair accessible (stairs and uneven surfaces)

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Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your scheduled start time

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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

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antonio

22 Jul 2024

Cleo

17 Jun 2024
the game is very fun with lots of things that keep you on your feet! I think the game is perfect as it is except some minor grammar issues.

Aris Tsangaris

10 May 2024

Riccardo

27 Apr 2024
Nice city tour!

Rik Hendrickx

07 Sep 2023
very nice game!

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