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Historical Rome: The Sad Souls of Villa Borghese

🔒 Instant Access: Book now and start immediately. No need to wait for a guide.

⏱️ Total Flexibility: Start, pause, and resume whenever you want.

🧩 Gamified Discovery: Solve 12 location-based puzzles to unlock hidden stories and secret spots.

📍 Starting Point: Edicola della Musa, Quartiere III Pinciano, 00197 Roma RM, Italy

🛡️ Free Cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours before your planned start for a full refund.

🌐 Beschikbaar in: 🇬🇧 English

Plaatsen die je zult bezoeken

12

Het zal je brengen

83-113 mins

Je zult lopen

4200 stappen

Totale afstand

3.2 km

Route die je gaat verkennen

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Over deze quest

You weren’t supposed to come here—but the dreams wouldn’t stop. Whispers in the dark, voices of sorrow and fear, all calling out one word: Borghese. Now, you find yourself walking through the trees of Rome’s most enchanting park, chasing echoes only you can hear.

In this mysterious and emotional walking quest, you’ll follow real-world clues and solve puzzles to uncover the stories of the Sad Souls trapped within Villa Borghese. Why were you chosen? What binds them to this place—and can they finally be set free?

Perfect for families, friends, or curious wanderers, this journey invites you to connect with the past, explore Rome in a new way, and create memories through play, discovery, and wonder. The souls are waiting. Will you help them?

What to Expect

This self-guided walking tour in Rome combines exploration, storytelling, and puzzle-solving into one unique experience. As you navigate through the city, you will discover 12 carefully selected locations, each revealing a piece of the story.

The entire quest takes approximately 5880 minutes to complete and covers 3.2km on foot. You will move at your own pace, with the freedom to pause whenever you want to take photos, grab a coffee, or simply soak in the atmosphere.

Each location features a challenge or puzzle that unlocks the next chapter of your story. These challenges are designed to be fun and engaging while teaching you about the history, culture, and hidden gems of Rome.

No tour guide needed – your smartphone becomes your guide. The Questo app provides directions, shares stories, and presents challenges along the way.

Hoogtepunten

  • See the artistic and architectural highlights of the beautiful park of Villa Borghese

  • Escape the crowds into the green lung of the city - directly at its center!

  • Learn about Bernini's art and his story

  • End the tour at one of the most beautiful sunset spots in Rome

De missie: Jouw verhaal in Rome

This has to be one of the strangest days – and nights – of your life. A dream kept haunting you: desperate creatures, spooking you, trapped in your mind. Voices, some low and sad, some screaming in terrible high pitch, all crying for help. One word kept coming up, time and time again. Borghese. You couldn't resist following their call; it drew you here like a magical force.

This is the start of an adventure that will lead you through the magical park of Villa Borghese. 

YOU have been chosen to save the Sad Souls!

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 fully 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.

Important Information

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Duration

Approximately 5880 minutes

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Distance

3.2km walking

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Group Size

Unlimited

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Difficulty

Easy to Moderate

Accessibility

Not wheelchair accessible (stairs and uneven surfaces)

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Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your scheduled start time

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Need to Know Before Booking

  • You will need the Questo app on your smartphone (iOS or Android)
  • Each ticket can be used by a group (share one device or play separately)
  • Internet connection required to download the quest initially
  • Once downloaded, you can play offline if needed

Beoordelingen en recensies

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djg6229

04 Oct 2025

Robert Takacs

11 Sep 2025
Very informative, sadly many points are in reconstruction so we had to skip one challenge, and guess the answer for others

Avi

25 May 2025
We chose to spend a lovely,early-summer day in the beautiful park of Villa Borghese. This was a great way to enjoy the beauty of art and nature this park has to offer 🌞😎🏛️

Annalisa Monteleone

23 Apr 2025
bellissimo

Francesca Urbani

04 Apr 2025

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Vaste tijden, geen pauzeren
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Groepen van tot 30 vreemden
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Prijs
$30-$40 per persoon
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Directe toegang 24/7/365
Ervaring
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