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City exploration game
Prague Old Town: Alchemy and Dark Arts
4.49Player rating
A DIFFERENT WAY TO SEE THE CITY
Play at your pace · usually 117 min 5.2 km Prague App-guided
Play in
EnglishGermanPolish
The experience
About this quest
The cobbled streets of Prague whisper secrets as ancient as the stars. After the passing of your eccentric great uncle - an alchemist, dreamer, and self-proclaimed seeker of truth—you arrive in the heart of the Old Town to claim a mysterious inheritance.
With only a strange letter in your pocket and riddles to guide you, your journey begins. Was he truly onto something… or simply mad? Solve puzzles, follow hidden clues, and explore the haunting beauty of Prague’s winding alleys and arcane landmarks.
Walk with friends or family, unravel the mystery together, and create memories where the real world and the magical intertwine. Will you discover the truth—or disappear chasing it?
Is this for you?
Who it's for
Couples, friends and families who enjoy Prague's alchemy and occult legends can follow an eccentric great uncle's letter and riddles through Old Town, with stops such as Charles Bridge, the Old-New Synagogue, Old Town Square and the Bethlehem Chapel. Plan on about two hours, ideally in daylight. If you would rather question a live guide, or 5.2 km of cobbled lanes is too far for your group, choose a shorter or guided option.
What makes this quest special
Highlights
Enjoy the most interesting attractions of the Old Town
Discover amazing stories and local legends
From people who played this quest
Good times. In their words.
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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
Prague
A · Start
37, Národní 416, Staré Město, 110 00 Praha-Praha 1, Czechia
B · Finish
Karlův most, 110 00 Praha 1, Czechia
Start and finish only. Discover the stops as you play.
Along the way
Landmarks & Hidden Gems Included
The people behind the adventure
Created by One Prague Tour.
A route that brings places and playful storytelling together.
Made by One Prague Tour
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
- Best during the day
- Best for couples
- Recommended activity for families
A little clarity before you go
Frequently asked questions
Is this an alchemy tour of Prague?
It is a self-guided story game on your phone rather than a guided tour. You arrive in Old Town to claim the inheritance of a great uncle who was an alchemist and seeker of truth. You follow his strange letter and riddles through winding alleys and arcane landmarks, and decide whether he was onto something or simply mad.
Where does the Old Town game start and finish?
It starts and ends at Palác Platýz, so you finish where you began. In between, the route takes in Charles Bridge, the Old-New Synagogue, Old Town Square, the House at the Two Golden Bears, Ann's Square and the Bethlehem Chapel, covering about 5.2 km on foot.
How long does it take, and can we take a break?
Allow about two hours to walk the route and solve the puzzles along the way. You can pause whenever you like, stop for a coffee or a meal, and continue later from where you left off. It is best played during the day.
Is it suitable for children?
It is recommended as a family activity. The puzzles are set in what is in front of you, so children who enjoy spotting details and solving riddles can join in. Keep in mind the route is about 5.2 km, so young walkers may need breaks, which the pause option allows.
Do we need to book a time, and can our group play together?
There is no fixed start time, no group to join and no guide to meet, so you can begin whenever suits you. One ticket covers your whole group, and you solve the mystery together on your phones while walking the Old Town.
What’s the plot of this Prague mystery?
You inherited a strange letter from your alchemist great-uncle who dabbled in gold, astronomy & weird experiments. Now you have to follow his riddles across Old Town to claim your inheritance—or discover if his legacy was madness.
Will I see major Prague landmarks + hidden gems?
Yes. You’ll pass through Old Town Square, Charles Bridge, winding alleys, arcane landmarks, and spots many tourists skip. The quest weaves famous architecture with mysterious corners.
Is this good for a date night with a twist?
Absolutely. Imagine strolling cobblestone lanes under lanterns, solving puzzles together, the mist of the Vltava river in view, unveiling mystery hand-in-hand. Magical + eerie + memorable.
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