Team vs team
Use your own phones and join a team. Any teammate’s answer advances everyone. Beat the other teams on the leaderboard.
City exploration game
Haunted Palermo: The Vengeful Ghosts Of The Past
4.36Player rating
A DIFFERENT WAY TO SEE THE CITY
Play at your pace · usually 98 min 3.5 km Palermo App-guided
Play in
EnglishItalian
The experience
About this quest
Embark on a thrilling adventure through the shadowy streets of Palermo and delve into its captivating ghost stories.
With the city's destiny hanging in the balance, you must race against time to thwart the evil spirits, risen from the afterlife.
Decipher codes and unravel the intricate puzzle that holds the key to salvation.
With the city's destiny hanging in the balance, you must race against time to thwart the evil spirits, risen from the afterlife.
Decipher codes and unravel the intricate puzzle that holds the key to salvation.
Journey through the ages to unravel centuries-old mysteries, uncovering the dark past and figures of Palermo's rich history.
What makes this quest special
Highlights
Stop the evil alchemist from waking up the army of the dead.
Discover the chilling story of Palermo's thousands of mummies.
Meet the mysterious secret sect of the Beati Paoli.
Delve into the macabre practices of the Congregation of the Agonizing.
Solve riddles and outsmart the numerous ghosts that still haunt the old town, looking for vengeance.
From people who played this quest
Good times. In their words.
4.36 / 5
14 player ratings
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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
Palermo
A · Start
Piazza Pretoria, 90133 Palermo PA, Italy
B · Finish
Piazza Vigliena, 90133 Palermo PA, Italy
Start and finish only. Discover the stops as you play.
Along the way
Landmarks & Hidden Gems Included
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.
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
- Fun to do as a couple
- Horror & Haunts
A little clarity before you go
Frequently asked questions
Is this a real ghost tour of Palermo?
It is a fictional ghost story set in real Palermo locations. It does not promise paranormal encounters.
Is this an escape room?
No. You solve story-led puzzles outdoors around Palermo, not in a locked indoor room.
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 self-guided ghost-story route through Palermo
Haunted Palermo: The Vengeful Ghosts Of The Past is for ghost-story and horror fans who want atmosphere, clues and a private route through Palermo rather than a standard sightseeing walk.
The route starts at Fontana Pretoria and finishes at Quattro Canti over 3.5 km, with 14 challenge locations. Typical duration: 98 min; 3.5 km walking route; 14 challenge locations
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