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In Julia’s Shadow: A Soulful Journey Through Rome

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A mysterious guide. A forgotten spirit. A city whispering your name. 

Inspired by the soul-searching journey of Eat Pray Love, this experience invites you to slow down, play, and rediscover the thrill of being alive. Hidden messages, strange encounters, and ten life lessons disguised as a game await across the Eternal City. 

No rush. No rigid tours. Just you, a map full of secrets, and a sense of wonder ready to be awakened. 

Wander. Wonder. Repeat.
Made by Camilla Ambrosino
⏱ 1–2 hrs📍 10 stopsfrom €9.99
🌐 Play in 🇬🇧 English · 🇮🇹 Italiano
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Unlock · €9.99
No booking slot · play any dayFull refund until you start playing

Staying a few days in Rome? All 7 Rome quests for €39.99 · pays for itself by quest #5. See the Exploration Pass

Places you will visit

10

It will take you

71-101 mins

You will walk

2240 steps

Total distance

1.7 km

What you'll actually do

  1. Download the Questo app and unlock the quest. Walk to Castel Sant'Angelo whenever you like · no guide, no group, no time slot.

  2. Solve 10 puzzles hidden in the streets around you. Each one you crack unlocks the next location.

  3. Finish at Via dei Portoghesi, 2 and see where you land on the Rome leaderboard.

Highlights

  • Set off on a Roman adventure woven with mystery, beauty, and a touch of magic. ✨

  • Wander through hidden alleys and timeless piazzas—where every corner holds a secret. Awaken your curiosity with cryptic clues and ancient whispers. Turn each step into a game—playful challenges and soulful surprises await around every turn.

Ratings and Reviews

4.62

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Federica

02 May 2026

Mark

19 Jun 2025
Fantastic journey! I strongly advise everyone who comes by Rome to try this adventure!

micaela monni

06 Jun 2025
Il gioco ti mette a dura prova ma ti fa divertire ragionando

olivier

02 May 2025

gaetano della rossa

23 Apr 2025
molto divertente

Made by Camilla Ambrosino

Camilla Ambrosino created this quest · the route, the puzzles and the story are theirs.

Meet the maker

The mission: Your story in Rome

As you reflect on your life and the emptiness growing inside you, 
you feel a hand brush against your shoulder. 

Your heart races. You turn around—no one. 

Just a worn card, lying beside you. You’d swear it wasn’t there before. 

It reads:
“Castel Sant’Angelo, Rome. Begin to be who you truly are.” 

And below, in smaller letters: 
“Pick a number from 1 to 10. It’s the lesson that’s most eager to find you.” 

So here you are. 

Why does that message keep echoing in your mind? 

Who left it… and why you?

Beat the best: Top Rome explorers

MarkRookie
3000 XP
gaetano della rossa
gaetano della rossaRookie
3000 XP
ArtallaRookie
3000 XP

Good to know before you play

  • Difficulty level: Medium 🟡🤔
  • Route open 24/7 but better during daylight hours

Frequently asked questions

Is this a romantic activity for couples in Rome?
Its intimate narrative can work well for a date, but it is a self-guided game that friends can also enjoy.
Is Julia’s story real?
No. Julia’s journey is fictional; the Rome locations you explore are real.
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.

Compare Questo vs. Guided Walking Tours

Flexibility

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Fixed schedules & no pausing

Questo

Start, pause, and resume anytime

Privacy

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Crowds of up to 30 strangers

Questo

Private experience for your group only

Pricing

Regular Guided Tours

$30–$60 (€23–€50) per person

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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

Joined by 1,000,000+ explorers worldwide

Guided tour pricing: Comprehensive Economic Analysis of Guided Tour Pricing, EU and US markets, 2026. Standard 2–3 hour group walking tours.

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In Julia’s Shadow: A Soulful Journey Through Rome is for players who want a fantasy, folklore or adventure story tied to a real-world route in Rome. It works best when the story and puzzles matter as much as the walk.

The route starts at Castel Sant'Angelo and finishes at Via dei Portoghesi, 2 over 1.7 km, with 10 challenge locations. Typical duration: 86 min; 1.7 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, Italian.

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