Athens Self Guided Mystery Tour
Step into the shoes of a modern-day sleuth and uncover a thrilling mystery in the heart of ancient Athens. This self-guided quest leads you through the city’s most iconic neighborhoods—Monastiraki, Psirri, and Plaka—while challenging you to solve the case of the stolen treasures.
Using the Questo app on your smartphone, you’ll follow clever clues, crack location-based puzzles, and uncover hidden gems and historic landmarks along the way. You’ll pass ancient ruins, lively markets, tucked-away alleys, and vibrant cafés as the city transforms into your open-air gameboard. You decide when to start, pause, or take a detour—play entirely at your own pace.
What makes this tour unique? It blends real-world exploration with a thrilling storyline, offering a fun, flexible, and immersive way to discover Athens beyond the usual tourist paths.
Perfect for families, couples, groups of friends, and solo travelers looking for a unique adventure.
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Athens Self Guided Mystery Tour
What's included in Athens Self Guided Mystery Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Monastiraki Square
Buzzing with energy and layered in history, Monastiraki Square is one of Athens’ most iconic meeting points. Surrounded by ancient ruins, Ottoman mosques, and vibrant flea markets, it offers a striking blend of eras and cultures. During your Questo quest, you’ll follow clues that lead you straight into this lively hub. Once there, a puzzle awaits—solve it to unlock a hidden story tied to the square’s past, then continue your journey through the secrets and stories of Athens.
A treasure trove of curiosities, Athens Flea Market is a lively maze of antique shops, street vendors, and hidden gems nestled in the heart of Monastiraki. From vintage records to handmade trinkets, every corner holds a piece of the city's colorful soul. As part of your Questo quest, you’ll follow clues through this vibrant bazaar. Once inside, solve a puzzle inspired by the market’s eclectic past, uncover a hidden tale among the stalls, and continue your adventure through the secrets of Athens.
Church of Virgin Mary Gorgoepekoos and Saint EleutheriusPass-by Only
Tucked beside the grand Metropolitan Cathedral, the Holy Church of the Virgin Mary Gorgoepikoos and Saint Eleutherius is a tiny marble gem with a big story. Built from ancient stones and once a library, this 12th-century chapel hides layers of history in its walls and carvings. On your Questo quest, clues will lead you to this quiet sanctuary. There, you’ll solve a puzzle tied to its mysterious past, uncover a forgotten legend, and continue your journey through Athens’ sacred and storied streets.
Inclusions
- Mobile access code for the Questo app
- 11 puzzle challenges along the route
- Immersive storyline content (stolen treasure mystery)
- Flexibility to pause/resume the game at your convenience
- Built-in GPS map for easy navigation
- Live tour guide
- 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
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- To begin, make sure you've activated the quest using the instructions and link we sent by e-mail after purchase. Next, download the app, create and account, and head to the starting point at Monastiraki metro station. Once there, follow the app.
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
To unlock the experience in the Questo app, go to https://www.questoapp.com/unlock, and add your booking number and e-mail address. Then, download the Questo app and create a new account with the e-mail address you used for unlocking.
