The Pope's Last Stand: Escape the Vatican
4.676 Reviews8 people have played this questArmed with two ancient keys and the city showing him the way, Pope Leo must cross Rome before it falls. The clues are carved in stone. Trust them.
Places you will visit
13
It will take you
131-161 mins
You will walk
5910 steps
Total distance
4.5 km
What you'll actually do
Download the Questo app and unlock the quest. Walk to "Leone" sundial disk at the obelisk in St. Peter's Square, Vatican City whenever you like · no guide, no group, no time slot.
Solve 13 puzzles hidden in the streets around you. Each one you crack unlocks the next location.
Finish at Piazza del Popolo and see where you land on the Rome leaderboard.
Highlights
Start in St. Peter's Square and discover hidden details in the magnificent architecture, including optical illusions
Discover the Vatican's legendary secret escape corridor, used by popes in danger
Explore the gems of Rome: Castel Sant'Angelo, Piazza Navona and secret spots
End at the Pincio terrace with a panoramic view over the Eternal City
Ratings and Reviews
6 ratings
Hans
Paula Pajaron
Martin Molinari
Charlotte
Lilly
Made by Viktor Vandenbroecke
Viktor Vandenbroecke created this quest · the route, the puzzles and the story are theirs.
The mission: Your story in Rome
Beat the best: Top Rome explorers
Good to know before you play
- Step Into the Story
- Hidden History
- Loved by couples
- Family favourite
- Wear a hat and sunscreen, have enough water
- Family friendly
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ABOUT THIS EXPERIENCE
What to expect from The Pope's Last Stand: Escape the Vatican
A pope on the run. His oldest enemy has seized the city. The gates are sealed. His guards replaced. Follow Leo across the Eternal City through the Vatican walls, over the Bridge of Angels, past Bernini's fountains, up to the terrace of the Pincio as Rome itself fights back. Armed with two ancient keys and the city showing him the way, Pope Leo must cross Rome before it falls. The clues are carved in stone. Trust them.
Start in St. Peter's Square and discover hidden details in the magnificent architecture, including optical illusions Discover the Vatican's legendary secret escape corridor, used by popes in danger Explore the gems of Rome: Castel Sant'Angelo, Piazza Navona and secret spots End at the Pincio terrace with a panoramic view over the Eternal City
Start: "Leone" sundial disk at the obelisk in St. Peter's Square, Vatican City. Finish: Piazza del Popolo. 13 challenges included.
