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City exploration game
Highlights of Lisbon: Fado Murder Mystery in Alfama
4.27Player rating
A DIFFERENT WAY TO SEE THE CITY
Play at your pace · usually 110 min 3.4 km Lisbon App-guided
Play in
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The experience
About this quest
Lisbon, Portugal. The soulful melodies of fado still echo through the narrow streets of Alfama—but one voice has gone silent. Teresa do Carmo, legendary singer and icon of the neighborhood, has vanished without a trace. As a private investigator, it’s up to you to uncover the truth behind her disappearance… and possible murder.
Was it a jealous lover? A rival singer? Or something more sinister hiding in the shadows of the old city?
Walk through Alfama’s winding alleys, solve clues at real-world locations, and meet suspicious characters who might know more than they let on. This is more than a quest—it’s a journey through Lisbon’s soul. Grab your friends or family and dive into a thrilling mystery where music, passion, and danger intertwine.
Is this for you?
Who it's for
Couples and friends who enjoy a detective story and a taste of fado culture get about three hours tracing a vanished singer through Alfama, past Lisbon Cathedral and the National Pantheon to the riverside at Cais das Colunas. Families can work through the clues together too. If 3.4 km of winding alleys is more than you want to walk, or you would rather have a live guide to ask about the history, choose something else.
What makes this quest special
Highlights
Learn about fado, the musical spirit of the Portuguese
Discover amazing places in the old town
Find the Diamond House
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.
Look around for answers, solve puzzles and enjoy the “we got it!” moments.
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
Lisbon
A · Start
Rua da Alfândega 108, 1100-585 Lisboa, Portugal
B · Finish
Praça do Comércio, 1100-148 Lisboa, Portugal
Start and finish only. Discover the stops as you play.
Along the way
Landmarks & Hidden Gems Included
The people behind the adventure
Created by Nuno Soler.
A route that brings places and playful storytelling together.
Made by Nuno Soler
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 for couples
- Recommended activity for families
A little clarity before you go
Frequently asked questions
Is there a murder mystery game you can play in Lisbon?
Yes. This self-guided game on your phone casts you as a private investigator looking into the disappearance, and possible murder, of fado singer Teresa do Carmo. You walk through Alfama, solve clues at real locations and meet suspicious characters along the way.
Where does the quest start and finish?
It starts at the Portal da Nossa Senhora da Conceição Velha and finishes at Cais das Colunas on the river, so it does not end where it began. Along the way it passes Lisbon Cathedral, the Church of São Vicente de Fora, the National Pantheon and Casa dos Bicos.
How long does it take and how far do we walk?
Most players take about three hours, including walking and puzzles, and the route covers around 3.4 km through Alfama. You can pause at any point and continue later, so there is time for a coffee or a fado stop on the way.
Can we play as a group?
Yes. One ticket covers the whole group playing together, so couples, friends or families can follow the story and solve the clues side by side on the same game.
Do we need to book a time slot?
No. There is no group to join and no guide to meet, so you can start whenever suits you, during the afternoon or into the evening, and set your own pace through the route.
I want a romantic evening with music and intrigue—what should I do?
Walk through Alfama’s narrow streets as dusk settles, letting the sound of fado drift behind you. Then play Fado Murder Mystery in Alfama: solve the disappearance of Teresa do Carmo together, pause near miradouros, and let old Lisbon charm you under lantern light.
Is this murder mystery good for families or older kids?
Yes, especially for teens. The storyline has drama, but it’s not overly scary. You’ll visit beautiful landmarks like the National Pantheon and Casa dos Bicos, stop for pastel de nata, and can walk at a slow pace.
Looking for something unique to do with friends?
Definitely. Split up or team up in Alfama, compare theories, chase clues from murals to churchyards, then finish with drinks by Cais das Colunas. It’s more fun than any regular tour—story, mystery, laughter included.
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OUTDOOR MURDER MYSTERY IN LISBON
A citywide case for mystery and escape-room fans
Highlights of Lisbon: Fado Murder Mystery in Alfama is for players who want to solve a fictional case on real streets in Lisbon. It fits date nights, friends and mystery fans who prefer doing the investigation themselves instead of watching a staged dinner show.
The route starts at Portal da nossa senhora da conceição velha and finishes at Cais das Colunas over 3.4 km, with 11 challenge locations. Typical duration: 110 min; 3.4 km walking route; 11 challenge locations
Choose this for an outdoor case you play at your pace. Choose an escape room or murder-mystery dinner when an indoor set, actors or a meal are the main appeal. Playable languages: English, Spanish, Portuguese.
