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City exploration game
Secrets of Madrid: Adventure in Retiro
4.24Player rating
A DIFFERENT WAY TO SEE THE CITY
Play at your pace · usually 75 min 4.6 km Madrid App-guided
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The experience
About this quest
Retiro Park holds something that few notice.A unique experience awaits you, where what matters is not just what you see, but what unfolds as you walk.
A path will guide you along its trails, leading you through places that seem ordinary… but that conceal something more.Every step will count, every decision will have weight.The experience has already begun.
You just have to keep moving forward.Will you be able to reach the end… and understand what is really happening?
A path will guide you along its trails, leading you through places that seem ordinary… but that conceal something more.Every step will count, every decision will have weight.The experience has already begun.
You just have to keep moving forward.Will you be able to reach the end… and understand what is really happening?
Is this for you?
Who it's for
First-time visitors to Madrid can see the main sights of Retiro Park at their own pace, from the Crystal Palace and Velazquez Palace to the Fountain of the Fallen Angel, while following an easy mystery. It suits couples, relaxed groups of friends and families with school-age children. If you would rather have a guide to ask questions, or cannot comfortably walk 4.6 km in around 75 minutes, pick something else.
What makes this quest special
Highlights
Prepare your camera to capture the most mysterious corners of the Retiro.
Explore the most iconic places in the park while following the clues of an old diary
.Solve puzzles to discover the secrets hidden in the Retiro.
Immerse yourself in history and discover the hidden treasure that has remained hidden for centuries.
From people who played this quest
Good times. In their words.
4.24 / 5
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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
Madrid
A · Start
Retiro, 28009 Madrid, Spain
B · Finish
Retiro, 28009, Madrid, Spain
Start and finish only. Discover the stops as you play.
The people behind the adventure
Created by J. C..
A route that brings places and playful storytelling together.
Made by J. C.
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
- Mystery
- This quest features interactive puzzles you’ll solve in the real world.
- Difficulty level: Easy 🟢😊
- Ensure your phone is fully charged or bring along your trusty power bank
A little clarity before you go
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between a guided tour and a self-guided app tour like this one?
A guided tour runs at a set time with a group and a guide. Here your phone leads you through Retiro Park from stop to stop, tells the story of each place and sets puzzles in what is in front of you. You start whenever you like and can pause and continue later.
Where does the quest start and finish?
It starts at the Royal Gate of Retiro Park and loops back there at the end, so you finish where you began. On the way you pass places such as the Alfonso XII Monument, the Parterre Garden, the Fisherman's House and the Fountain of the Galapagos.
Is it like an escape room in Retiro Park?
In a way. There is a mystery to follow and interactive puzzles to solve, but they are set in the real park rather than a locked room. The difficulty is rated easy, so it works as a light challenge while you walk between the sights.
How long does it take and how far do we walk?
Plan on around 75 minutes for a walk of about 4.6 km along the park's trails, all outdoors. The app guides you the whole way, so charge your phone fully before you set off or bring a power bank.
Is it good for kids, and can we play as a group?
The puzzles are rated easy, so school-age children who can follow clues and manage a 4.6 km walk should be able to join in. One ticket covers your whole group, up to the number of devices stated, and there is no time slot to book.
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