Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel: Art Heist Walking Tour & Escape Game
Step into the iconic Vatican Museums and unravel the secrets behind some of the world’s greatest masterpieces with this exciting walking tour and escape game.
Learn how Raphael rose to fame, explore the fall of paganism and the rise of Christianity, and uncover the scandalous history of a notorious Pope. Marvel at renowned paintings, statues, and tapestries, all while solving a thrilling mystery.
You are Detective Riddle, a brilliant but eccentric investigator called back to the Vatican to crack a new lead on an art crime. Your target? Cecil Hastings II, an infamous pensioner-turned-artist bent on “improving” the world’s best art. It’s up to you to stop his revenge plot before he strikes again.
Perfect for art lovers, history buffs, and mystery enthusiasts, this self-guided tour lets you explore the Vatican’s rich history and masterpieces while solving puzzles at your own pace.
! Important disclaimer: please note that this game can only be played if you have purchased entry tickets to the Vatican Museums.
Free experience
Availability:
Can be played on
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, SaturdayDuring these hours
09:00AM - 06:00PMLanguages
English, Italian
Highlights
Discover how Raphael became famous
Learn about art, the history of Italy, the fall of paganism and the rise of Christianity
Find out about one of the most scandalous Popes who lived in the Vatican
Marvel at the world’s most famous paintings, statues and tapestries
Learn the history of Italy from before it was even a country
Storyline
Experience's route
Starting point Pine Cone Courtyard
00120, Vatican CityFinish point Sistine Chapel
00120, Vatican CityPlaces you will visit
15
It will take you
135-165 mins
You will walk
5650 steps
Total distance
4.3 km
Places to visit
You will discover interesting places along the route of the experience.
The Sistine Chapel
The Vatican Museums
Vatican City
- 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, SaturdayDuring these hours
09:00AM - 06:00PMLanguages
English, Italian