Life in Communist Bucharest: Self-Guided Puzzle Quest

4.8 (6 reviews) Bucharest, Romania
Duration1h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesGerman, English, Romanian
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Discover the history of communism in Bucharest by solving challenges and unlocking stories on your phone. Play our engaging exploration game, discovering the lesser-known accounts of Bucharest’s past.

As you solve challenges, the story unfolds and exact directions on your phone will guide you to the next location. Ready for an adventure?

Highlights include:
- Explore Palace of Parliament, Revolution Square, the Romanian Athenaeum, the Rebirth Memorial, and lesser-known places.
- Enjoy a uniquely crafted story brought to you by our gifted writers.
- Find out real stories about the Ceausescu family and the life during communism.
- Try a new type of experience, the perfect mix between a tour, outdoor escape game, and treasure hunt.

After your booking, you will receive an email with instructions on how to download and play the game on your phone. We recommend that each user purchases a ticket for an optimal experience, although several people may share a phone.

What's included

  • 24/7 customer support.
  • This experience can be played anytime after booking without rescheduling
  • If your group is larger than 15 people, no worries. Just make multiple bookings.
  • A physical tour guide
  • Entry ticket to attractions

What to expect

  1. Memorialul Renasterii
    10m
    Where the 1989 revolution started
  2. Biserica Kretzulescu
    Pass by
    You will get to this place by following a clue and solving a puzzle. Once there, you will get indications on how to continue your game, while also learning about the place you've discovered.
  3. Statuia Ecvestra a Lui Carol I
    5m
    You will get to this place by following a clue and solving a puzzle. Once there, you will get indications on how to continue your search for the treasure, while also learning about the place you've discovered.
  4. Ateneul Roman
    10m · Admission ticket not included
    You will get to this place by following a clue and solving a puzzle. Once there, you will get indications on how to continue your search for the treasure, while also learning about the place you've discovered.
  5. Memorialul Renasterii
    10m
    You will get to this place by following a clue and solving a puzzle. Once there, you will get indications on how to continue your game, while also learning about the place you've discovered.
  6. Muzeul Nakional de Arta al Romaniei
    10m · Admission ticket not included
    You will get to this place by following a clue and solving a puzzle. Once there, you will get indications on how to continue your search for the treasure, while also learning about the place you've discovered.
  7. Palace of Parliament
    10m · Admission ticket not included
    You will get to this place by following a clue and solving a puzzle. Once there, you will get indications on how to continue your game, while also learning about the place you've discovered.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The game starts at Revolution Square. 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

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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4.8 (6)
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