The Magician's Lost Ticket
Meet a sea admiral without a sea, a giant wheel that survived a war, a nine-metre magician, the smallest republic on Earth and a railway built for giants' children. A playful, family-friendly adventure for anyone who still knows how to wonder.
Places you will visit
5
It will take you
-15-15 mins
You will walk
1840 steps
Total distance
1.4 km
Highlights
Walk 1.4 km through the Prater at your own pace
Solve 5 riddles at the Tegetthoff Monument, the Giant Ferris Wheel, the Calafati figure, the Republic of Kugelmugel and the Liliputbahn
Collect five magic words and unlock the secret of the hundred-year-old ticket.
Great for families - and it ends right by the Riesenrad.
The mission: Your story in Vienna
Long ago, they say, a magician ruled the Prater. Before he vanished, he hid five magic words along a path through his kingdom. Collect them all - and the ticket will reveal its true magic.
ABOUT THIS EXPERIENCE
What to expect from The Magician's Lost Ticket
Deep inside Vienna's famous Prater, a faded ticket has been waiting for almost a hundred years. It promises ONE free ride - but only to those who pass the five trials of the mysterious Magician of the Prater. Meet a sea admiral without a sea, a giant wheel that survived a war, a nine-metre magician, the smallest republic on Earth and a railway built for giants' children. A playful, family-friendly adventure for anyone who still knows how to wonder.
Walk 1.4 km through the Prater at your own pace Solve 5 riddles at the Tegetthoff Monument, the Giant Ferris Wheel, the Calafati figure, the Republic of Kugelmugel and the Liliputbahn Collect five magic words and unlock the secret of the hundred-year-old ticket. Great for families - and it ends right by the Riesenrad.
Start: The Admiral's Column (Tegetthoff Monument). Finish: The Railway of Giants (Liliputbahn). 5 challenges included.
Tips & Recommendations
Wear Comfortable Shoes
You will be walking throughout the city, so comfortable footwear is essential for enjoying the experience.
Charge Your Phone
Make sure your smartphone is at least 60% charged. The quest runs through the Questo app, and you will be using it throughout.
Check the Weather
This is an outdoor activity. Bring an umbrella or sunscreen depending on the forecast.
Bring a Camera
You will discover photogenic locations and hidden gems perfect for capturing memories.
Stay Hydrated
Bring water, especially during warmer months or longer quests.
Play with Friends
Quests are more fun with friends or family. Each player who wants to play on their own phone needs their own access.
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