Hidden Magic: The Secret World of Padua
Padua isn’t just a city—it’s a well-kept secret in the supernatural world. Legend says it's the first place where magic was woven into everyday life: taught in classrooms, used in jobs, hidden in plain sight. But if that’s true, how has no one ever proven it?
Now, as your flight descends over golden rooftops and ancient piazzas, you know one thing: you won’t leave without answers. Step into Padua’s enchanting streets, where nothing is ever quite what it seems. Solve real-world puzzles, follow mysterious clues, and explore historic corners where the line between normal and magical begins to blur.
Perfect to share with friends or family, this walking adventure is a journey of curiosity, discovery, and connection. The magic is out there—will you be the one to find it?
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Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, SundayDuring these hours
Whole dayLanguages
English, German, Italian, Spanish
Highlights
Admire one of the biggest squares in Europe in all its glory
Learn about the legend surrounding the origins of the city
Inhale the history coming from the walls of one of the most ancient universities in the world
Find out the history behind historical names and symbols scattered around the city
Observe the most ancient mechanical astronomical clock ever of this kind, still working
Storyline
Enchanted with bright lights and sprawling color, Padua is the ultimate hidden gem in the guidebook of the supernatural traveler.
Rumored to be the first city to incorporate magic in the school curriculum and in workforce training, Padua has somehow stayed off the radar of world events. All until today.
As your flight descends and you look onto the city, you wonder at its secrets. How can a whole city of people hide the use of magic?
Nevertheless, you intend to find out for yourself.
Experience's route
Starting point Prato della Valle
Prato della Valle, 35141 Padova PD, ItalyFinish point Bo Palace
Via VIII Febbraio, 2, 35122 Padova PD, ItalyPlaces you will visit
10
It will take you
127-157 mins
You will walk
3940 steps
Total distance
3 km
Places to visit
You will discover interesting places along the route of the experience.
Bo Palace
Basilica of Saint Anthony
Prato della Valle
- Best during the day
- Best for couples
- Recommended activity for families
Get the Questo app and you’re all set
Download it, choose your route and just walk to the starting point.
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Availability:
Can be played on
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, SundayDuring these hours
Whole dayLanguages
English, German, Italian, Spanish