Madrid Ghost Quest: The Lost Soul of Velázquez
Description
A black raven lands in the square. Its caw wakes you from your sleep on the church stairs. You are Diego Velázquez, the greatest painter of the Spanish Golden Age, and you have been a ghost for centuries. Tonight, something is different. Tonight is your Day of Reckoning. This self-guided ghost quest takes you on walk through the heart of Madrid. Using the Questo app on your smartphone, you follow Velázquez's search at 12 stops: from Plaza de Santiago and Plaza Ramales, where his burial church once stood, to the Puerta del Sol, the Museo del Jamón, the world's oldest theatre at Teatro Español, and the Velázquez monument outside the Prado Museum. Solve cryptic riddles, encounter royal ghosts, and piece together the mystery of a lost body. Best after dark. A phone flashlight may help with clues. Explore Madrid's historic streets at your own pace. Do not enter the venues. Perfect for history lovers, art enthusiasts, and night explorers. No prior knowledge of Madrid required.
Tour Options
Itinerary
You will begin at Real Church of Saint James and Saint John the Baptist. 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.
You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at Plaza Ramales. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you around The Royal Palace. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you around the Monument to Philip IV. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you around the Ratoncito Pérez shop. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you around Puerta del Sol. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at Museo del Jamón. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you around Teatro Español. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you arounf the Royal Academy of History. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
You will finish at Museo del Prado. Here is where both the story and the city exploration games end.
Highlights
What's included
Traveller Ratings
Important 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
Reviews(4)
Very good activity to realize and know some history in a very attractive way. Good time is assured. Excellent.
¡Gracias por tu reseña! Nos alegra que disfrutases la historia de Madrid de forma tan divertida. ¡Te esperamos en tu próxima aventura!
We wanted to do something a little bit different than just a regular tour so this was a cute little game tour that fit the need. As we reached each checkpoint we were given some interesting information about it as well as had to solve a clue. It was just a different way to explore the city. There was only one spot that we had a little bit of difficulty but that was because the whole square was under construction and it changed how the clue would be answered.
Thank you for playing Ghosts of Madrid and sharing your thoughts! We’re glad you enjoyed the puzzle-style tour and have updated the clue in the construction zone for smoother solving. Hope to see you again for another adventure in Madrid!
A way to visit the city and get to know fragments of its history in an original and fun way. There are moments in history when the stopwatch stops so you can enjoy without haste, stop for coffee/canes, etc... Highly recommended, I will try searching for Questo activities in any city you visit:)
Thank you for the awesome review! We’re thrilled you enjoyed the experience and its pace. We can’t wait to have you join us in another city soon!
A very nice girl and some stories about the dark side of Madrid most interesting. a very castizo walk and with the architecture of Madrid. very nice
Thanks for your feedback! We're thrilled you enjoyed the fascinating stories and the chance to explore Madrid’s rich history and unique features. It sounds like you had a memorable experience, and we look forward to being part of more of your adventures soon!
