Secrets of Bologna: Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt & Walking Tour

2 hours Free cancellation Private tour

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About this activity

Discover Bologna like never before with the Secrets of Bologna City Game, a fun self-guided walking tour and city game packed with puzzles, riddles and hidden stories!

This GPS-based exploration game lets you experience Bologna while exploring famous spots such as the Basilica of San Domenico, the Archiginnasio Palace, Palazzo d'Accursio, the Palazzo della Mercanzia, the Bentivoglio Palace and the medieval towers. Play solo for a personal challenge or together with friends, family or colleagues.

During the game you solve tricky questions, puzzles, riddles and creative photo tasks to score points, unlock extra clues and solve the final mystery. Pause whenever you want and continue later at your own pace. Compete for a place on the leaderboard or play competitively for team building, making this scavenger hunt and walking tour through Bologna perfect for every type of explorer.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: Norwegian, German, Finnish, Russian, Portuguese, Croatian, French, Javanese, Hungarian, Slovak, Serbian, Swedish, Korean, Greek, English, Italian, Spanish, Czech, Arabic, Vietnamese, Thai, Japanese, Chinese, Polish, Danish, Hebrew, Dutch, Turkish
Operated by: City Game

What is included

Included

Included: Self-guided Exploration Game
Included: Fun facts and information about the highlights you’ll discover
Included: Instructions and play link for the activity

Not included

Not included: Smartphone or other devices (bring your own to play)
Not included: In-person guide (digital guide in-game only)

Itinerary

Discover Bologna in a fun and interactive way with the Secrets of Bologna City Game, a self-guided scavenger hunt through the historic centre of Bologna, Italy. This GPS-based exploration game combines sightseeing with puzzles, riddles and creative photo challenges as you uncover hidden stories around the Basilica of San Domenico, the Archiginnasio Palace and Palazzo d'Accursio. Perfect for tourists, friends, families and team outings, this self-guided walking tour of Bologna can be played solo or in groups. The City Game Bologna takes about 2 hours and you play at your own pace. One ticket is valid for 1 to 4 people; for larger groups simply purchase extra tickets. Choose a start date and time when booking, then begin whenever it suits you. A smartphone with an internet connection is required. Your Bologna adventure starts at the statue of Pope Gregory XIII. After booking, you receive an email with a direct game link. Head to the start location and open the link on your phone - the game runs straight in your browser, so there is no app to download, no guide to meet and no building to enter. Pause anytime and continue later, for a flexible adventure through Bologna.

Stop 1
Piazza Maggiore
Fontana del Nettuno
Giardino Palazzo d'Accursio
Via Rizzoli
Quadrilatero
Finestrella Di Via Piella
Palazzo della Mercanzia
Casa Isolani
Piazza Cavour
Basilica di San Domenico
Archiginnasio Di Bologna

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

After booking you receive an email with instructions and your game link. Meet at the statue of Pope Gregory XIII in Bologna, open the link on your phone and start your adventure! The game runs in your browser - no app download and no host needed. Bring a charged phone with data and GPS on.

End point

After booking you receive an email with instructions and your game link. Meet at the statue of Pope Gregory XIII in Bologna, open the link on your phone and start your adventure! The game runs in your browser - no app download and no host needed. Bring a charged phone with data and GPS on.

Using your ticket

After booking, you receive an email and sms with instructions and your unique game link. The email with instructions and your unique link is sent separately, not in the confirmation mail. Go to the Statue of Pope Gregory XIII at Piazza Maggiore 6 to begin your adventure. Once there, open the link on your smartphone and dive straight into the Secrets of Bologna City Game! You don’t need to enter any buildings or wait for a guide, as the experience is completely self-guided and takes place outdoors in the beautiful city center. No app download required, simply play in your browser.

If you have any issues starting the game, don’t hesitate to contact us. Our helpdesk is available 7 days a week and always happy to help you get started.

Get ready for a fun and flexible exploration filled with puzzles, riddles, and hidden secrets around every corner. Make sure your phone is fully charged, mobile data and GPS are on, and wear comfy shoes for the best experience!

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Difficulty level: Intermediate
Duration: Around 2 hours
Tickets: 1 ticket per group (1–4 people, for more players buy additional tickets)
Start anytime: Choose your start date and time when booking, then play whenever you like
Required: Smartphone with an internet connection
How to play: After booking, you’ll receive an email with your personal game link. Simply head to the Statue of Pope Gregory XIII at Piazza Maggiore 6, open the link on your phone, and start your journey through Bologna. You can pause the game anytime and continue later, making it the perfect flexible adventure for your own schedule.