Florence Time Travel Quest: Michelangelo’s Secret Trail

4.8 (4 reviews) Florence, Italy
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Duration40m - 1h 10m
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Italian, French, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Step into the shoes of a Time Travel Agent and journey through the Renaissance streets of Florence to uncover the secrets of Michelangelo himself. This self-guided adventure takes you beyond sightseeing - into a thrilling story where clues, puzzles, and art bring history to life.

Using your phone as a guide, you’ll follow cryptic clues through Florence’s stunning landmarks like Ponte Vecchio, Piazza della Signoria, and hidden corners where masterpieces were born. Each puzzle unlocks a new piece of the past as you search for the workshop where Michelangelo carved ‘The David’ and uncover the mystery behind the city’s enduring symbol.

What makes this tour unique? It transforms Florence into your game board - blending real history with interactive storytelling in an experience that’s part walking tour, part escape game, and entirely unforgettable.

Perfect for couples, families, and curious explorers who want to walk, think, and connect while discovering Florence in a whole new way.

What's included

  • Flexibility to start, pause, and resume anytime
  • Immersive storyline inspired by Michelangelo
  • 12 interactive puzzle challenges
  • Mobile access code
  • A tour guide.
  • Entry tickets to attractions (no needed to complete the tour)

What to expect

  1. 5m
    You will begin at Piazza Santo Spirito. Here you will be given your first clue to solve the challenge that awaits you, which will unlock the next part of the story and give you the directions to the next stop.
  2. 5m
    Here you will find your first clue at Fontana dello Sprone to solve the challenge that awaits you, which will unlock the next part of the story and give you the directions to the next stop.
  3. 5m
    Study your next clue on Ponte Vecchio
  4. 5m
    To unlock the next part of the story you will be given your next clue to solve the challenge that awaits you.
  5. 5m
    Look up your next clue to unlock the next part of the story and give you the correct directions.
  6. 5m
    You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at Piazza del Duomo. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
  7. 5m
    Receive your next clue. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
  8. Galleria dell'Accademia
    5m · Admission ticket not included
    Enjoy the view and continue exploring at your own pace.
  9. 5m · Admission ticket not included
    Explore at your own pace while admiring the buildings around you
  10. 5m
    To solve the challenge that awaits you at Michelangelo’s Street
    you will be given the next clue.
  11. Casa Buonarroti
    5m · Admission ticket not included
    See the Casa Buonarroti gallery and get your next clue to solve the challenge and get new directions.
  12. 5m
    You will finish at Piazza Santa Croce. Here is where both the story and the city exploration games end.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The game starts at Piazza Santo Spirito. After booking, we'll message you a code and activation link. Activate with your own email, then log in to the Questo app with that email. No message? Open the Questo app, tap "Bought a quest somewhere else?" and enter your booking reference number.

End point

You will finish at Piazza Santa Croce.

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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