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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
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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 detective games and fado culture can spend an afternoon or evening playing private investigator in Alfama, chasing clues about a vanished singer past the Cathedral, the National Pantheon and São Vicente de Fora. Families whose children like puzzles will enjoy it too. With 3.4 km of winding old-town alleys and a story built around a possible murder, anyone wanting a short, gentle stroll or a lighter tale should choose another route.
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
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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 is a self-guided murder mystery played on your phone in Alfama. You investigate the disappearance of Teresa do Carmo, a legendary fado singer, solving clues at real locations and meeting suspicious characters along the way. You can start any time, without a guide or a set group.
Where does the walk start and finish?
It starts and ends at the Portal da Nossa Senhora da Conceição Velha, so you finish where you began. In between you pass Cais das Colunas, Casa dos Bicos, Largo do Chafariz de Dentro, the National Pantheon, the Church of São Vicente de Fora, Amália's portrait by Vhils and Lisbon Cathedral.
How long does it take and how far do you walk?
Plan on about two hours to cover roughly 3.4 km through Alfama's alleys and squares. Because you play at your own pace, it can take longer if you linger at the stops, and you can pause the game and continue later if you need a break.
Is it suitable for children?
It is tagged as recommended for families, and the clue solving at each stop works well for children who enjoy puzzles. The storyline centres on a disappearance and a possible murder, so it tends to suit school-age children better than very young ones who cannot walk around 3.4 km.
Do we need to book a time, and can we play as a group?
No time slot is needed: start whenever you like and pause whenever you want. One ticket covers your whole group, up to the number of devices stated, so friends or family can follow the clues together on their own phones.
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.
