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City exploration game
Haunted Venice: Carnival of Shadows
4.47Player rating
A DIFFERENT WAY TO SEE THE CITY
Play at your pace · usually 91 min 3.1 km Venice App-guided
Play in
English
The experience
About this quest
Step into the Venice Carnival of 1687 and uncover a dark mystery of ghost sightings, hidden clues, and deadly conspiracies.
Along the way, discover fascinating facts about Venice, explore hidden corners of the city, uncover forgotten legends, and learn about the ingenious engineering that allowed Venice to rise from the lagoon.
The quest is best played at night, when the crowds fade and the canals become hauntingly quiet. Solve the challenges, expose the conspiracy, and save Venice before midnight.
Is this for you?
Who it's for
Couples, Carnival fans and families with older children who want an evening ghost walk without a fixed tour time will follow a 1687 Carnival mystery from Piazza San Marco past the Ponte del Diavolo and Rialto, solving medium-difficulty puzzles over about two hours. Skip it if you want a live guide to question, cannot manage 3.1 km on foot, or have children who scare easily at ghost stories after dark.
What makes this quest special
Highlights
Uncover an intricate conspiracy that threatens the future of Venice
Explore the mysterious past that made Venice one of the great powers of the Mediterranean
Wander through narrow alleys and hidden bridges while discovering the haunting beauty of Venice at night
Learn about the infamous prisons and the darker side of the Venetian Republic
Discover how criminals took advantage of the Carnival
From people who played this quest
Good times. In their words.
4.47 / 5
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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
Venice
A · Start
P.za San Marco, 1, 30124 Venezia VE, Italy
B · Finish
P.za San Marco, 1, 30124 Venezia VE, Italy
Start and finish only. Discover the stops as you play.
Along the way
Landmarks & Hidden Gems Included
The people behind the adventure
Created by PuzzlEscape.
A route that brings places and playful storytelling together.
Made by PuzzlEscape
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
- Step Into the Story
- Hidden History
- Loved by couples
- This quest features interactive puzzles you’ll solve in the real world.
- Difficulty level: Medium 🟡🤔
- You can play anytime, but we recommend after sunset
- Family friendly
A little clarity before you go
Frequently asked questions
What is the haunted Venice quest about?
You step into the Venice Carnival of 1687 to uncover a dark mystery of ghost sightings, hidden clues and deadly conspiracies, racing to save Venice before midnight. Along the way you hear forgotten legends, explore quieter corners and learn how clever engineering let Venice rise from the lagoon.
Where does the walk start and finish?
It starts in Piazza San Marco and finishes at Carta Gate, so it loops back to where you began. The 3.1 km route takes in 13 stops, including Chiesa di San Zaccaria, Ponte del Diavolo, Ponte di Rialto, Teatro Goldoni and Palazzo Contarini del Bovolo.
How long does it take, and when should we go?
Most players take about two hours, walking and puzzles included. You can play any time, but after sunset is recommended, when the crowds fade and the canals go quiet. You can also pause and pick up where you left off later.
Is it suitable for children?
It is tagged family friendly, and the puzzles are medium difficulty, solved in the real world from what is around you. The story deals with ghosts and deadly conspiracies and is best played at night, so it suits older children more than very young ones.
Do we need to book a time or pay to play as a group?
No. The quest is free to play, and there is no group to join or set departure time. Start whenever you like on your phone, play together as a couple, family or group of friends, and pause whenever you need to.
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