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Highlights of Medieval Viterbo: The City of Popes

🔒 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: Piazza della Morte, Piazza della Morte, 01100 Viterbo VT, Italy

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

🌐 Available In: 🇬🇧 English 🇮🇹 Italiano

Places you will visit

10

It will take you

46-76 mins

You will walk

2100 steps

Total distance

1.6 km

Route you will explore

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Starting point Piazza della Morte
Piazza della Morte, 01100 Viterbo VT, Italy
Finish point Piazza San Lorenzo
Piazza S. Lorenzo, 6A, 01100 Viterbo VT, Italy

About this quest

Join the quest to save the first conclave from an ominous threat. As Raniero Gatti, acclaimed Captain of the People of Viterbo, solve clues while roaming the streets of the town. You will encounter memorable sights such as the Palazzo dei Papi, the Popes' Palace, and learn about the symbology and history of Viterbo and of its ruling families. The future of the town and of the papacy is in your hands.

What to Expect

This self-guided walking tour in Viterbo 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 3660 minutes to complete and covers 1.6km 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 Viterbo.

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

Highlights

  • Discover how the word conclave, describing the meeting of cardinals deciding on a new Pope, came to be in Viterbo.

  • Learn why a lion is the symbol of the town.

  • Hear from Dante himself of the sacrilegious murder of Henry of Cornwall

The mission: Your story in Viterbo

It's the year 1271. After almost three years of conclave the cardinals have been locked within the Popes' Palace to speed up their decision. You, Raniero Gatti, Captain of the People of Viterbo, have been overseeing the process from its beginning.

Yet news of a threat lurk. You have been informed that an attack is planned on the conclave to kill the high clergy gathered at the Popes' Palace. You must act immediately and save the conclave. 
  • Fun to do as a couple
  • Route open 24/7 but better during daylight hours

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 3660 minutes

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Distance

1.6km 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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Manuel

01 Nov 2025
Excelente

Cindi Wallace

23 Sep 2025

Matteo1312

07 Jun 2025
Molto bello ed interessante, un modo piacevole di scoprire Viterbo

Dario Tascio

05 Aug 2024
Amazing experience! It gives you a glimpse of Viterbo's history while walking through its marvelous medieval monuments. I strongly suggest it to any visitor of the city

Obbie

11 Jul 2024
Fantastic game and l9ve seeing all the fountains

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Compare Questo vs. Guided Walking Tours

FeatureRegular Guided ToursQuesto
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

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