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Echoes of the Dead: Florence’s Haunted Secrets
4.5Player rating
BIG ADVENTURES FOR CURIOUS MINDS
Play at your pace · usually 45 min 1.6 km Florence App-guided
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Little explorers. Big discoveries.
An adventure to share.
Follow the clues, swap ideas and discover what your family can solve together. Let curious minds lead the way, with a grown-up along for the adventure.
- Explore togetherA shared outdoor adventure
- Bring your curiosityLook closely. Think together.
- Plan your family outingCheck the route and practical details
YOUR FAMILY’S NEXT ADVENTURE
A little curiosity goes a long way.
You've always known you were different. Since childhood, you've heard the whispers of the dead, victims of untold tragedies, desperate to be heard. Over time, the voices faded... until now.
It's September 14th. You've just arrived in Florence for a relaxing holiday.
But as you gaze at the Palazzo Vecchio from your hotel window, a knock at the door pulls you back into a world you thought you'd left behind.
This chilling quest takes you deep into Florence's shadowy past. Solve real-world puzzles, follow ghostly clues, and explore hidden corners of the city where murder, memory, and mystery intertwine.
Will you face what lies beyond the door?
Is this for you?
Who it's for
Adults who like a ghost story and would rather walk Florence's centre after dark on their own schedule than join a tour group. In about 45 minutes and 1.6 km, you loop from Palazzo Vecchio past the Loggia del Bigallo and the Misericordia, solving street puzzles as tales of the city's restless dead unfold. Families with children should look elsewhere, since the dark story is tagged not for kids.
What makes this quest special
Highlights
- Discover the true story of the Monster of Florence, one of Italy's most notorious unsolved serial murders- Follow the ghosts of his victims through Piazza della Signoria, Piazza San Firenze, and the Loggia del Bigallo- Find the Devil's Corner near Piazza della Repubblica and uncover the satanic rituals behind the killings- Explore the hidden plaques, medieval buildings, and forgotten corners of Florence that keep these stories alive
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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.
Solve clues together and celebrate every discovery, with an adult helping along the way.
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
Florence
A · Start
Via Vacchereccia, 14, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy
B · Finish
Via degli Strozzi, 2, 50123 Firenze FI, Italy
Start and finish only. Discover the stops as you play.
Along the way
Landmarks & Hidden Gems Included
The people behind the adventure
Created by Eliza Drutu.
A route that brings places and playful storytelling together.
Made by Eliza Drutu
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
- Not for kids
- Best at night
- Some checkpoints may contain temporary construction work
- Route may be affected by temporary ongoing construction work
- Horror & Haunts
A little clarity before you go
Frequently asked questions
Where does the ghost walk start and end?
It starts and finishes at Palazzo Vecchio, so it is a loop. In between it passes Palazzo Vecchietti, the Loggia del Bigallo, the Misericordia di Firenze, Via del Campanile, Via dei Cerchi and Gelateria Perché No, covering about 1.6 km in the historic centre.
How long does it take?
Plan for about 45 minutes of walking and puzzle solving over 1.6 km. You can pause at any point and continue later, so stopping for a gelato or a drink along the way will not cost you your progress.
Is it suitable for children?
No. It is tagged not for kids. The story follows the voices of victims of untold tragedies in Florence's past and is written as a chilling ghost story for adults, so families with children will be better served by a lighter quest in the city.
Do we need to book a time, and when is the best time to go?
There is no time slot to book. Start whenever you like, though it is designed to be best at night. One ticket covers your whole group, up to the stated number of devices, with no guide or other group to wait for.
Does the route go along Via della Vigna Vecchia?
Yes. One of the checkpoints is an entry on Via della Vigna Vecchia, the last stop before the route returns to Palazzo Vecchio. Some checkpoints may have temporary construction work nearby, which can affect the route.
Is this a real ghost tour of Florence?
It is a fictional ghost story set among real Florence locations. It does not promise paranormal encounters or replace a historical guided tour.
Is this an indoor escape room?
No. You solve story-led puzzles outdoors while walking through Florence with the app.
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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A self-guided ghost-story route through Florence
Echoes of the Dead: Florence’s Haunted Secrets is for ghost-story and horror fans who want atmosphere, clues and a private route through Florence rather than a standard sightseeing walk.
The route starts at Palazzo Vecchio and finishes at Palazzo Vecchietti over 1.6 km, with 9 challenge locations. Typical duration: 45 min; 1.6 km walking route; 9 challenge locations
Choose this when solving and moving through the story is part of the fun. Choose a guided ghost tour when live narration and a group atmosphere matter more. Playable languages: English, Italian, Dutch, German, French.
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