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Secrets of Siena: The Family Feud

4.52Player rating
Play at your pace · usually 57 min 1.2 km Siena App-guided
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The experience

About this quest

In 14th-century Siena, two noble families are locked in a silent war. The Salimbeni control the money. The Tolomei control the alliances.

And your family, the Terazzini, has been watching them both from the shadows, waiting for the right moment.

This outdoor quest takes you through Siena's most iconic locations: Piazza del Duomo, the ancient hospital of Santa Maria della Scala, the curved Gothic facade of Palazzo Chigi-Saracini, the shell-shaped Campo, and the oldest continuously operating bank in the world.

At every stop, the story deepens. And somewhere in the middle of it, you will discover that the most dangerous player in this game is the one you trusted most.

Is this for you?

Who it's for

Families with school-age children, couples and small groups on a day trip can solve puzzles through the 14th-century rivalry of the Salimbeni and Tolomei, from Piazza del Duomo past the Campo to Banca Monte dei Paschi di Siena, about 1.2 km in around 90 minutes. The game stays outside, so anyone wanting a live guide to explain the art inside the cathedral should choose a guided tour.

What makes this quest special

Highlights

    Shadow the Tolomei heir through Siena's medieval streets and uncover the secrets he carries Discover the underground fountains of Fonte Gaia and the banking empire of Monte dei Paschi di Siena Survive the family feud long enough to turn it to your advantage

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From your phone to the streets

A walk that turns into an adventure.

  1. 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. 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. 3

    Crack a clue. Share a little victory.

    Look around for answers, solve puzzles and enjoy the “we got it!” moments.

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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.

Team vs team

Use your own phones and join a team. Any teammate’s answer advances everyone. Beat the other teams on the leaderboard.

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

Siena

A · Start

Piazza del Duomo, 1, 53100 Siena SI, Italy

B · Finish

Via Banchi di Sopra, 84, 53100 Siena SI, Italy

Get directions to the start

Start and finish only. Discover the stops as you play.

WHAT MAKES A QUEST DIFFERENT

Your adventure, with a playful twist.

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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
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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

  • Kid friendly

A little clarity before you go

Frequently asked questions

What is the family feud story behind this Siena game?
It is set in 14th-century Siena, where two noble families wage a silent war. The Salimbeni control the money and the Tolomei control the alliances. You play as the Terazzini, a third family watching both from the shadows, and the route passes places such as Palazzo Tolomei along the way.
Is this a self-guided walking tour of Siena?
Yes. The app leads you from place to place on your phone, tells the story of each spot and sets a puzzle in what is in front of you. There is no guide and no group to join, and you can start whenever you like. The walk is about 1.2 km and takes around 90 minutes.
Where does it start and finish?
It starts at Piazza del Duomo and finishes at Banca Monte dei Paschi di Siena, so it does not return to the start. In between you pass Santa Maria della Scala, Piazza di Postierla, Palazzo Chigi-Saracini, Piazza del Campo, the Fonte, Loggia del Papa and Palazzo Tolomei.
Is it good for kids?
It is tagged kid friendly and suits families with school-age children who enjoy a playful puzzle game and a story of rival families. The walk is fairly short at about 1.2 km, though the full game takes around 90 minutes, so very young children may tire before the end.
Can we play as a group, and can we pause?
Yes. One ticket covers the whole group playing together on the route. You can pause the game at any point, for a coffee or a look around the Campo, and continue later from where you stopped.
What’s this all about?

You’re from the Terazzini family, sneaky and clever, stuck between two powerful families who want control of Siena. You’ll walk through old alleys, collect clues, and uncover secrets Salimbeni and Tolomei hid in plain sight. It’s strategy, drama, and a bit of betrayal—with beautiful scenery.

How long will it take, and how far will we walk?

About 42-72 minutes depending on how much you linger, and ~1.2 km (~1580 steps). Perfect for an afternoon outing without overdoing it.

Who will have the most fun with this quest?

Groups of friends who like competition and wit, families with older kids who enjoy puzzles, or couples wanting more than just sitting down for dinner—a mix of history + game + discovery.

EXPLORE SIENA ON FOOT

A flexible self-guided way to discover Siena

Secrets of Siena: The Family Feud is for travelers who want a private, self-guided city experience rather than joining a scheduled walking-tour group. You follow a route, solve clues and discover places at your own pace.

The route starts at Piazza del duomo and finishes at Banca Monte dei Paschi di Siena over 1.2 km, with 9 challenge locations. Typical duration: 57 min; 1.2 km walking route; 9 challenge locations

Choose this for flexibility, privacy and active discovery. Choose a guided walking tour when live commentary and asking a guide questions matter more. Playable languages: English, Italian, German, French, Dutch.

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