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Madrid's Old Town: Escape the Inquisition

Madrid is stalked by remnants and nightmares of the Spanish Inquisition. You just need to pierce its thin modern veneer.

Following in the footsteps of Juana Picazo, a real folk healer persecuted and arrested by the Inquisition, revisit beloved landmarks like the Plaza Mayor, the San Miguel Market, and the streets of La Latina, and help her escape before the guards realize she is gone.

This self-guided walking tour of Madrid's Old Town takes you through the darkest chapter of Spain's history, told through the eyes of a woman who lived it. One of the most historically immersive escape games in Madrid. Play it and you will never see the city the same way again.
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🌐 Play in 🇬🇧 English · 🇫🇷 Français · 🇪🇸 Español · 🇮🇹 Italiano
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An evening of adventure for less than two coffees

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Full refund until you start playing · 13 stops · 1–2 hrs · 3.2 km

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Places you will visit

13

It will take you

60-90 mins

You will walk

4200 steps

Total distance

3.2 km

Highlights

    - Help Juana Picazo, a real 18th-century healer condemned as a witch, escape through Madrid's streets before the Inquisition realizes she is missing - Walk Bitterness Street into the Plaza Mayor, visit the Mercado de San Miguel, and stand at the former execution sites of the Spanish Inquisition - Discover how the Christian walls still hide inside Madrid's modern buildings, and learn what the coroza, sambenito, and rollo jurisdiccional were used for - Follow Juana through La Latina to the street that was renamed in her honor, and find out why a street in Madrid still carries her name today

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Race to the finish.

Everyone plays on their own phone — race solo, as a couple, or with a crew of any size. First to solve every clue takes the crown.

Invite your whole crew — 2 friends or 200, split into teams.

Adventure

Your pace, no timer

Escape

Beat the clock

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The mission: Your story in Madrid

You must rescue your sister, the 18th century healer Juana Picazo, from the dungeons of the Inquisition before she is publicly shamed and burned at the stake.

She's been healing people for years using natural practices, but someone was not satisfied and condemned her to the Inquisition.

Calling her Satan's bride, they've shaved her head, and the next step is to mount her on a donkey and parade her around the city to be insulted and hit by the devout masses. That could easily kill her.

When you learned she'd been detained, you travelled to Madrid from your home in La Mancha to help her. However, you don't know the city well, and Juana can barely see after her harsh treatment.

You'll have to be her eyes as you cross Madrid together and guide Juana safely to her apartment in La Latina, so she can pack her things and flee the city!

Tips & Recommendations

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Wear Comfortable Shoes

You will be walking throughout the city, so comfortable footwear is essential for enjoying the experience.

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Charge Your Phone

Make sure your smartphone is at least 60% charged. The quest runs through the Questo app, and you will be using it throughout.

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Check the Weather

This is an outdoor activity. Bring an umbrella or sunscreen depending on the forecast.

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Bring a Camera

You will discover photogenic locations and hidden gems perfect for capturing memories.

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Stay Hydrated

Bring water, especially during warmer months or longer quests.

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Play with Friends

While you can play solo, quests are more fun with friends or family. One ticket works for a group.

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Patricia

Born and raised in Spain, Patricia Martin Rivas is now a nomad. She's been passionate about writing her whole life but also pays the bills as a creative translator. She loves etymology, puns, and word games, which you'll find liberally sprinkled throughout her novels, short stories, and microfiction. Patricia has published an art book called "Kawara" and a short story collection based on untranslatable words entitled "Saudade."

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