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Curse of Naples: Mafia Secrets

4Player rating
Play at your pace · usually 84 min 3 km Naples App-guided
Play in
English

The experience

About this quest

Embark on a riveting journey through the clandestine world of the notorious Camorra, the Neapolitan mafia shrouded in centuries-old secrets.

Assume the role of an undercover agent infiltrating the formidable Pendino clan, with the perilous objective of capturing their ruthless boss, Antonio "Leone."

Discover fascinating parts of central Naples that you would miss otherwise.

Summon your courage and sharpen your wits, for the people are counting on you – uncover the enigma, and let justice prevail.

Is this for you?

Who it's for

Couples and crime-story fans get to play an undercover agent hunting a Camorra boss through the Mercato and Pendino streets of central Naples. Over 3 km and around 90 minutes you pass Piazza Mercato, Porta Nolana and the Carmine basilica, solving puzzles as you go. Anyone wanting a live guide to quiz about the real Camorra, or planning an evening walk, should choose something else.

What makes this quest special

Highlights

  • Walk through some of the most authentic street markets of Naples.

  • Learn about the devastating effects the Camorra clans have on the city, including the ominous "Triangle of Death."

  • Solve puzzles and crack codes to capture the hiding boss.

  • Discover the world of teenage clans that fight bloody wars to control their neighborhoods.

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From your phone to the streets

A walk that turns into an adventure.

  1. 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. 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. 3

    Crack a clue. Share a little victory.

    Look around for answers, solve puzzles and enjoy the “we got it!” moments.

CHOOSE YOUR PASS

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Players exploring the city together

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.

Team vs team

Use your own phones and join a team. Any teammate’s answer advances everyone. Beat the other teams on the leaderboard.

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

Naples

A · Start

Vico Catari, 1, 80133 Napoli NA, Italy

B · Finish

Piazzetta Teodoro Monticelli, 122, 80134 Napoli NA, Italy

Get directions to the start

Start and finish only. Discover the stops as you play.

The people behind the adventure

Created by PuzzlEscape.

A route that brings places and playful storytelling together.

Made by PuzzlEscape

WHAT MAKES A QUEST DIFFERENT

Your adventure, with a playful twist.

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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

  • Fun to do as a couple
  • We recommend not playing at night

A little clarity before you go

Frequently asked questions

Is this a mafia tour of Naples?
It is a self-guided walking quest played on your phone rather than a guided tour. The app leads you through central Naples, tells the story of each place and sets puzzles, while you play an undercover agent trying to capture the boss of the Pendino clan, Antonio "Leone".
What is the Neapolitan mafia called, and how does it feature in the story?
The Neapolitan mafia is the Camorra. In this quest you infiltrate one of its clans, the Pendino clan, and follow its trail through the Mercato and Pendino area, from Piazza Mercato to Porta Nolana, piecing together clues to bring its ruthless boss to justice.
Where does the quest start and finish?
It starts and ends at the Arco di Sant'Eligio, so it is a loop. Along the way you visit Piazza Mercato, the Fontana di Spina Corona, the Jorit San Gennaro mural, Porta Nolana and the Basilica of the Carmine Maggiore before returning to the arch.
How long does it take, and do we need to book a time?
Plan on around 90 minutes to cover about 3 km on foot. There is no set time slot: start whenever you like, pause when you need a coffee or a pizza stop, and continue later. One ticket covers your whole group, with no guide to wait for.
Can we play it in the evening?
We recommend not playing at night. The route runs through the Mercato and Pendino streets of central Naples and is entirely outdoors, so it works best in daylight, when you can see the details the puzzles rely on.
Does this cover real Camorra cases?
No. The plot, characters and investigation are fictional. It is not a historical or civic tour about real organised crime.
Is this a guided Naples history tour?
No. It is an app-guided outdoor story game with no guide or fixed departure.
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.

OUTDOOR INVESTIGATION IN NAPLES

A detective-style mission through Naples

Curse of Naples: Mafia Secrets is for players who enjoy spy, detective or investigation stories and want a city route with clues instead of a passive walk. The city becomes the setting for the mission.

The route starts at Arco di Sant'Eligio and finishes at Palazzo Penna over 3 km, with 12 challenge locations. Typical duration: 84 min; 3 km walking route; 12 challenge locations

Choose this for an outdoor investigation you control. Choose an escape room when a contained indoor set and fixed session are more important. Playable languages: English.

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