Saving Michelangelo: The Florence Mission
4.51168 Reviews532 people have played this questYou’re a trained Time Travel Agent on a mission to save the very soul of art. History has detected a dangerous plot: someone is planning to assassinate Michelangelo before he sculpts his masterpiece, David. If you fail, the future of art will never be the same.
Your journey begins in 1501 Florence, a city alive with ambition, secrets, and beauty. As you walk through its storied streets, solve real-world puzzles, follow hidden clues, and uncover who’s behind the plot. The past is counting on you.
Perfect for families, friends, or solo adventurers, this quest blends history, mystery, and movement into one unforgettable adventure. Will you protect the legacy—or rewrite it forever?
How many are playing?
Unlock · €12.99Staying a few days in Florence? All 6 Florence quests for €39.99 · pays for itself by quest #4. See the Exploration Pass →
Places you will visit
12
It will take you
43-73 mins
You will walk
4860 steps
Total distance
3.7 km
What you'll actually do
Download the Questo app and unlock the quest. Walk to PIAZZA SANTO SPIRITO whenever you like · no guide, no group, no time slot.
Solve 12 puzzles hidden in the streets around you. Each one you crack unlocks the next location.
Finish at Piazza Santa Croce and see where you land on the Florence leaderboard.
Highlights
Discover the hidden street and house where Michelangelo grew up
See the place where Michelangelo “skinned” corpses to perfect his drawing skills
Uncover the workshop where Michelangelo carved his masterpiece, ‘The David’
Find out how many days it took to move the gigantic David to the main square
Visit the site where Michelangelo is buried and learn the incredible story of how his body was brought back to Florence
Landmarks & Hidden Gems Included
Piazza Santa Croce
Casa Buonarroti
Galleria dell'Accademia
Ponte Vecchio
Piazza Santo Spirito
Ratings and Reviews
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Made by Federico Florence Guide
Federico Florence Guide created this quest · the route, the puzzles and the story are theirs.
The mission: Your story in Florence
Still, you are incredibly nervous. If you fail this mission, the entire face of art might change forever. You are supposed to intercept a plot to kill the great master Michelangelo before he can even sculpt David.
You will go back to 1501 and make sure the horrible plot doesn’t come to pass. You get into the time travel machine, take a deep breath, and turn the engine on.
Beat the best: Top Florence explorers
Good to know before you play
- Best during the day
- Best for couples
- Recommended activity for families
Frequently asked questions
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Compare Questo vs. Guided Walking Tours
Flexibility
Regular Guided Tours
Fixed schedules & no pausing
Questo
Start, pause, and resume anytime
Privacy
Regular Guided Tours
Crowds of up to 30 strangers
Questo
Private experience for your group only
Pricing
Regular Guided Tours
$30–$60 (€23–€50) per person
Questo
Transparent pricing shown before checkout
Availability
Regular Guided Tours
Requires advance booking
Questo
Instant access 24/7/365
Experience
Regular Guided Tours
Passive listening to a guide
Questo
Active gamification; you solve the mystery
| Feature | Regular Guided Tours | Questo |
|---|---|---|
| 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–$60 (€23–€50) per person | Transparent pricing shown before checkout |
| Availability | Requires advance booking | Instant access 24/7/365 |
| Experience | Passive listening to a guide | Active gamification; you solve the mystery |
Joined by 1,000,000+ explorers worldwide
Guided tour pricing: Comprehensive Economic Analysis of Guided Tour Pricing, EU and US markets, 2026. Standard 2–3 hour group walking tours.
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HISTORY AND CULTURE IN FLORENCE
A history-led way to explore Florence
Saving Michelangelo: The Florence Mission is for visitors who want more context than a casual walk, but more freedom than a scheduled guided tour. The quest uses a route through Florence to connect clues, places and stories.
The route starts at PIAZZA SANTO SPIRITO and finishes at Piazza Santa Croce over 3.7 km, with 12 challenge locations. Typical duration: 58 min; 3.7 km walking route; 12 challenge locations
Choose this for active, private discovery at your pace. Choose a guided historical tour or museum when expert live interpretation or curated exhibits matter more. Playable languages: English, Italian, Spanish, French.
