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City exploration game
Magical Milan: A Christmas Adventure
4.88Player rating
A DIFFERENT WAY TO SEE THE CITY
Play at your pace · usually 57 min 2.3 km Milan App-guided
Play in
EnglishItalian
The experience
About this quest
What better city than Milan can give you glamour and tradition together?
At Christmas, the city center is more glittering than ever, with its many Christmas trees and festively decorated squares, such as Piazza Duomo and Piazza della Scala, concerts and craft markets.
Discover them together with the legends and curiosities about Christmas that you don't know and finally enjoy a slice of Panettone like a true Milanese!
At Christmas, the city center is more glittering than ever, with its many Christmas trees and festively decorated squares, such as Piazza Duomo and Piazza della Scala, concerts and craft markets.
Discover them together with the legends and curiosities about Christmas that you don't know and finally enjoy a slice of Panettone like a true Milanese!
Is this for you?
Who it's for
December visitors, couples and families with school-age children walk for about an hour and 2.3 km past the Christmas trees and decorated squares around the Duomo, through Piazza dei Mercanti and the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, hearing Christmas legends and learning to eat panettone like a local. The stories are all festive, so anyone after general Milan history or a live guide to question should pick another quest.
What makes this quest special
Highlights
During your Christmas hunt: Christmas interpreted by the big international fashion brands.
The traditions behind the splendor, to feel the deepest spirit of Christmas.
Some curious stories flavored with ginger and candied fruit.
Clues to decipher that also concern our animal friends.
Ho ho ho, what a wonderful adventure! Let's play it now!
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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
Milan
A · Start
Corso Vittorio Emanuele II, 37/29, 20122 Milano MI, Italia
B · Finish
Via Carlo Maria Martini, 20122 Milano MI, Italia
Start and finish only. Discover the stops as you play.
The people behind the adventure
Created by Federica Colamaria.
A route that brings places and playful storytelling together.
Made by Federica Colamaria
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
- To see the holiday lights, nighttime is better
- No attractions ticket(s) required
- Route may be affected by temporary ongoing construction work
- Kids under 12 should be guided by their parents
A little clarity before you go
Frequently asked questions
What will I see on a Christmas walk through Milan?
The route takes in the festively decorated city center: Piazza Duomo, Piazza Diaz, Piazza dei Mercanti, Piazza Cordusio, Leonardo da Vinci's monument, the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II and La Rinascente. Along the way you hear legends and curiosities about Christmas, and the quest ends with how to enjoy panettone like a true Milanese.
Where does the walk start and how long does it take?
It starts at the 3D Map of the center of Milan for the blind, near the Duomo, and finishes back at the same spot. The route is about 2.3 km and takes around an hour, though you can pause at any point and continue later.
Is it better to go during the day or at night?
To see the holiday lights, nighttime is the better choice, as the squares and Christmas trees are at their most glittering after dark. The walk is outdoors, and note that parts of the route may be affected by temporary construction work in the city center.
Is it suitable for children?
Yes, families are welcome, and the Christmas stories and puzzles suit children who enjoy the festive decorations. Kids under 12 should be guided by their parents, so plan to solve the puzzles together and keep the phone in an adult's hands near busy squares.
Do we need to book a time or buy entry tickets?
No time slot is needed: you start whenever you like and can pause and resume later. No attractions tickets are required for any stop, and one ticket covers your whole group, playing on up to the number of devices stated.
Is this only available during Christmas?
The quest has a Christmas theme. Check the purchase page and app for current availability before making plans.
Does it include Christmas markets or tickets?
No. It is an outdoor story game and does not include markets, attraction tickets or third-party activities.
How many tickets does our group need?
This classic quest sells access per device and player. Each person who wants to solve clues on their own phone needs their own access.
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A story adventure played through Milan
Magical Milan: A Christmas Adventure is for players who want a fantasy, folklore or adventure story tied to a real-world route in Milan. It works best when the story and puzzles matter as much as the walk.
The route starts at 3D Map of the center of Milan for the blind and finishes at Veneranda Fabbrica del Duomo over 2.3 km, with 10 challenge locations. Typical duration: 57 min; 2.3 km walking route; 10 challenge locations
Choose this for a self-guided story mission outdoors. Choose a venue attraction when a contained indoor experience matters more. Playable languages: English, Italian.
