Palermo Undercover: Mafia Secrets
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Made for this city by a local creator, with a real-world challenge at every stop.
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About this quest
Palermo whispers secrets through its sunlit streets, but you’ve learned to listen to the shadows. You are Nico Impastato, journalist and son of a man silenced by the mafia.
For decades, you've chased the truth behind the blood-soaked pages of Sicily’s past. Now, a trusted informant claims to hold the key to rewriting history—but he’s gone silent. To find him, you must walk the city he last wandered, decoding clues he left behind.
This isn’t just a story - it’s your life’s pursuit. Follow the trail through real streets, uncover hidden messages, and step into Palermo’s dark past. Gather those you trust. Every step is a memory, every puzzle a piece of justice. The truth is waiting.
What makes this quest special
Highlights
Solve challenges and collect puzzle pieces leading to the famous lost notebook
Explore the Wall of Legality to discover anti-mafia heroes
Learn about the Mafia Wars and "The Beast"
Uncover the secret pact between the Sicilian Mafia and the Italian State.
Visit a famous scene from The Godfather III
Go on an immersive journey through Palermo's bloody history
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Your walk, at a glance
Palermo
Via Vittorio Emanuele, 172, 90133 Palermo PA, Italy
Piazza Pretoria, 1, 90133 Palermo PA, Italy
Start and finish only. Discover the stops as you play.
Along the way
Landmarks & Hidden Gems Included
From your phone to the streets
Pick it. Open it. Play.
- 01
Choose your access
Check the player and phone options for your group.
- 02
Open the Questo app
Follow your purchase instructions to access the quest.
- 03
Head to the start
Follow the clues and let the adventure unfold.
Choose your way to play
Explore at your own pace.
| Experience | This quest | Guided walking tour |
|---|---|---|
| Experience | Discover places through stories and clues in the app | Hear stories and ask a guide questions |
| Pace | Pause for a photo, a café or a longer look | Usually follows the guide’s schedule |
| Company | Explore with your own people or on your own | Private and shared group tours are available |
| Guidance | Directions and challenges in the Questo app | Live interpretation from a guide |
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Good to know before you play
- Walking distance
- 3.6 km
- Playing time
- Play at your pace · usually 91 min
- Languages
- EN · IT
- Audio Stories
- Fun to do as a couple
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A history-led way to explore Palermo
Palermo Undercover: Mafia Secrets is for visitors who want more context than a casual walk, but more freedom than a scheduled guided tour. The quest uses a route through Palermo to connect clues, places and stories.
The route starts at Punto Pizzo Free and finishes at Palazzo Pretorio over 3.6 km, with 13 challenge locations. Typical duration: 91 min; 3.6 km walking route; 13 challenge locations; Includes audio stories
Choose this for active, private discovery at your pace. Choose a guided historical tour or museum when expert live interpretation or curated exhibits matter more. Playable languages: English, Italian.