Self Guided Secrets of Bologna Exploration Game

2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

Unlock Bologna’s Hidden Harmony! Wander through grand piazzas, echoing porticoes and secret canals as history hums beneath your feet. Help Emperor Nero reclaim his lost lyre, piecing together clues in a city where art, passion and mystery collide.

The Secrets of Bologna City Game is more than sightseeing, it’s an immersive GPS-based adventure that turns exploration into play. Highlights include the Piazza Maggiore, the Fountain of Neptune, the porticoes, the Asinelli Tower, and the Finestrella that reveals Bologna’s hidden canals. Perfect for solo explorers or groups, this self-guided city game lets you dive into Bologna’s beauty at your own pace.

Solve fun puzzles, clever riddles, and creative photo challenges to earn points and unlock clues leading to the final mystery. You can pause anytime to enjoy a coffee or explore more freely, then continue later. Compete for the leaderboard or play just for fun, making it ideal for team-building or a unique day of adventure in Bologna.

What's Included

Self-guided Exploration Game
Fun facts and information about the highlights you’ll discover
Instructions and play link for the activity
Smartphone or other devices (bring your own to play)
In-person guide (digital guide in-game only)

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

After booking, you receive an email with instructions and your unique game link. Start at the Statue of Pope Gregory XIII at Piazza Maggiore 6, open the link, and begin your self-guided adventure! No host or app needed, just bring a charged phone, GPS on, and comfy shoes!

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Discover Bologna in a whole new way with the Secrets of Bologna City Game, a self-guided GPS-based exploration game set in the city’s historic center. Solve puzzles, crack riddles, and complete photo challenges as you uncover the stories behind Bologna’s landmarks and hidden gems. Perfect for both visitors and locals, it’s an interactive adventure playable solo or with friends.

The experience lasts about 2 hours and requires only one ticket per group of up to four people (buy more tickets for larger groups). Choose your date and time when booking, then start the game whenever you like. All you need is a smartphone with an internet connection. Your journey begins at the Statue of Pope Gregory XIII at Piazza Maggiore 6, right in the heart of Bologna.

After booking, you’ll receive an email with your unique game link. Head to the start location, open the link, and start playing instantly. There’s no need to enter any buildings or meet a guide, as the game is self-guided. You can pause and resume anytime, giving you the freedom to explore Bologna at your own pace. Get ready to play, explore, and see the city come alive through clues, challenges, and discoveries!

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Tags

Self-guided Tours
Walking Tours
Escape Rooms
Fun & Games
Scavenger Hunts
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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