Hidden Magic: The Secret World of Padua
4.23241 Reviews590 people have played this questPadua isn’t just a city—it’s a well-kept secret in the supernatural world. Legend says it's the first place where magic was woven into everyday life: taught in classrooms, used in jobs, hidden in plain sight. But if that’s true, how has no one ever proven it?
Now, as your flight descends over golden rooftops and ancient piazzas, you know one thing: you won’t leave without answers. Step into Padua’s enchanting streets, where nothing is ever quite what it seems. Solve real-world puzzles, follow mysterious clues, and explore historic corners where the line between normal and magical begins to blur.
Perfect to share with friends or family, this walking adventure is a journey of curiosity, discovery, and connection. The magic is out there—will you be the one to find it?
How many are playing?
Unlock · €6.99Live in Padua? The Annual Pass is how locals play · €79.99/yr. See the Annual Pass →
Places you will visit
10
It will take you
127-157 mins
You will walk
3940 steps
Total distance
3 km
What you'll actually do
Download the Questo app and unlock the quest. Walk to Prato della Valle whenever you like · no guide, no group, no time slot.
Solve 10 puzzles hidden in the streets around you. Each one you crack unlocks the next location.
Finish at Bo Palace and see where you land on the Padua leaderboard.
Highlights
Admire one of the biggest squares in Europe in all its glory
Learn about the legend surrounding the origins of the city
Inhale the history coming from the walls of one of the most ancient universities in the world
Find out the history behind historical names and symbols scattered around the city
Observe the most ancient mechanical astronomical clock ever of this kind, still working
Landmarks & Hidden Gems Included
Bo Palace
Basilica of Saint Anthony
Prato della Valle
Ratings and Reviews
241 ratings
Светлана Сингина
Silvia Lo.
Ubaldo Daidone
Antonello di mella
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A note from Veronica Miotto
“28 yo travelholic translator from Italy, lover of tea houses, croissants and one-way tickets!”
The mission: Your story in Padua
Enchanted with bright lights and sprawling color, Padua is the ultimate hidden gem in the guidebook of the supernatural traveler.
Rumored to be the first city to incorporate magic in the school curriculum and in workforce training, Padua has somehow stayed off the radar of world events. All until today.
As your flight descends and you look onto the city, you wonder at its secrets. How can a whole city of people hide the use of magic?
Nevertheless, you intend to find out for yourself.
Beat the best: Top Padua explorers
Good to know before you play
- Best during the day
- Best for couples
- Recommended activity for families
Compare Questo vs. Guided Walking Tours
Flexibility
Regular Guided Tours
Fixed schedules & no pausing
Questo
Start, pause, and resume anytime
Privacy
Regular Guided Tours
Crowds of up to 30 strangers
Questo
Private experience for your group only
Pricing
Regular Guided Tours
$30–$60 (€23–€50) per person
Questo
Transparent pricing shown before checkout
Availability
Regular Guided Tours
Requires advance booking
Questo
Instant access 24/7/365
Experience
Regular Guided Tours
Passive listening to a guide
Questo
Active gamification; you solve the mystery
| Feature | Regular Guided Tours | Questo |
|---|---|---|
| Flexibility | Fixed schedules & no pausing | Start, pause, and resume anytime |
| Privacy | Crowds of up to 30 strangers | Private experience for your group only |
| Pricing | $30–$60 (€23–€50) per person | Transparent pricing shown before checkout |
| Availability | Requires advance booking | Instant access 24/7/365 |
| Experience | Passive listening to a guide | Active gamification; you solve the mystery |
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FANTASY ADVENTURE IN PADUA
A story adventure played through Padua
Hidden Magic: The Secret World of Padua is for players who want a fantasy, folklore or adventure story tied to a real-world route in Padua. It works best when the story and puzzles matter as much as the walk.
The route starts at Prato della Valle and finishes at Bo Palace over 3 km, with 10 challenge locations. Typical duration: 142 min; 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, German, Italian, Spanish.
