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Haunted Florence: Step Into Dante's Inferno
4.57Player rating
BIG ADVENTURES FOR CURIOUS MINDS
Play at your pace · usually 75 min 2 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.
On the night of October 27th, the walls between worlds grow thin.
You are Dante Alighieri, returned to Florence as a spirit with a mission: prove that everything you wrote in the Divine Comedy was true.
Guided through the city's most haunted locations by your old companion Virgil, and later by the skeptic poet Cecco d'Ascoli, you follow a route from Piazza Santissima Annunziata to Palazzo Vecchio and the Bargello chapel.
Each stop is linked to the dark side of Florentine history: a bride cursed to wait forever at an open window, a mother who sold her child to the devil, a man who fell from the Duomo and left a cursed mark on the pavement, and the woman pressed forever into the stones of Santa Maria Maggiore.
This outdoor escape game takes you through the real streets of Florence with a story running underneath them. No actors, no costumes.
Just the city at night, and the questions Dante never got to answer in life.
Is this for you?
Who it's for
Adults who know Dante, or are curious about him, get a night walk of about 2 km through central Florence, playing the poet's returning spirit as Virgil leads you past the Duomo, Palazzo Vecchio and the Bargello. Couples and friends who want ghost stories with a literary thread rather than cheap scares will enjoy it most. With its curses and grim history it is tagged not for kids, so families should pick a lighter route.
What makes this quest special
Highlights
Walk through Florence's most haunted streets in the role of Dante Alighieri
Follow Virgil and Cecco d'Ascoli through nine locations tied to the dark side of Florentine history
Uncover the fate of the Window Widow, the cursed pavement of the Duomo, and the woman trapped in stone
From people who played this quest
Good times. In their words.
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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
Piazza della Santissima Annunziata, 1, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy
B · Finish
Via del Proconsolo, 4, 50122 Firenze FI, Italy
Start and finish only. Discover the stops as you play.
Along the way
Landmarks & Hidden Gems Included
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
- Best at night
- Not for kids
- Hidden History
- Horror & Haunts
A little clarity before you go
Frequently asked questions
Is this a ghost tour of Florence?
Yes, in self-guided form. Each stop is tied to the dark side of Florentine history, such as a bride cursed to wait forever. Virgil, and later the skeptic poet Cecco d'Ascoli, guide you through the story. There is no live guide. Your phone leads the way and sets a puzzle at each place.
How far is the walk and how long does it take?
The route covers about 2 km and takes around 75 minutes, including the stories and puzzles at each stop. You can pause at any point and continue later, so you can stop for a drink or dinner along the way.
Where does it start and which places does it visit?
It starts at Palazzo Grifoni, by Piazza Santissima Annunziata. The route then passes San Michele Visdomini, Piazza del Duomo, Santa Maria Maggiore, Palazzo Vecchietti, Palazzo Vecchio and the Bargello, all in the historic centre.
Is it suitable for children?
No. The quest is tagged not for kids and falls under horror and haunts, with stories of curses, punishment and the darker chapters of Florence's past. It is written for adults, especially those with an interest in Dante's Divine Comedy.
Do we need to book a time, and when is it best to play?
No booking is needed. You can start whenever you like, though the walk is tagged best at night, which suits its story of the night when the walls between worlds grow thin. One ticket covers your whole group, so you can play together.
What’s the mood of this game—more horror or poetic mystery?
It’s poetic mystery with a dark edge. You get ghost stories, curses, haunted squares—but it leans more toward atmospheric chills, not jump-scares (unless you choose to imagine them 😏).
Could this be a memorable date night?
Definitely. Walking past Palazzo Vecchio under lamplight, chasing Dante’s shadows, pausing at ancient piazzas—this adds romance plus intrigue. Perfect if you want something emotionally rich, not just dinner.
When should I play it—afternoon or at night?
Evening is way better. The route gets atmospheric when the sun goes down—moonlight on the Duomo, shadows in the alleys, the hush around piazzas brings out the eerie beauty.
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