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Viator · Private tour

Haunted Rome & True Crime: Cenci Curse Exploration Game and Tour

4.4(27)Rome1 hour
VIATOR3.9(7)TRIPADVISOR4.6(20)

Description

Solve the most famous murder mystery in Roman history. Rome is a city of ghosts. On this interactive walking tour, step into the shadows to uncover the true story of Beatrice Cenci—a tale of scandal, murder, and execution that shocked Europe. Why travelers love this Questo experience: True Crime History: Retrace the steps of Beatrice Cenci, executed for killing her abusive father. The Atmospheric Ghetto: Explore the Jewish Ghetto, one of Rome's oldest neighborhoods and home to the Cenci family. The Execution Site: End at Campo de' Fiori, the square that was once the stage for brutal public executions. Hidden Horrors: Discover Palazzo Cenci and eerie side streets most tourists miss. 100% Flexible: Avoid crowds. Explore the spooky side of Rome alone or with friends. Best played at night. The Mission: Legend says Beatrice still haunts the bridge. Can you unlock the secrets of her curse?

Tour Options

Haunted Rome & True Crime: Cenci Curse Exploration Game and Tour

Itinerary

Pass by

You will get to this place by following a clue and solving a puzzle. Once there, you will meet a different ghost and learn its story.

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 the game, while also learning about the place you've discovered.

Pass by

You will get to this place by following a clue and solving a puzzle. Once there, you will meet a different ghost and learn its story.

Pass by

You will get to this place by following a clue and solving a puzzle. Once there, you will meet a different ghost and learn its story.

Pass by

You will get to this place by following a clue and solving a puzzle. Once there, you will meet a different ghost and learn its story.

Pass by

You will get to this place by following a clue and solving a puzzle. Once there, you will meet a different ghost and learn its story.

Highlights

Lifetime access – play anytime
Private experience: just your group, no strangers
Self-guided haunted quest through 10 eerie landmarks
Ghost stories, curses, and haunted history at each stop
If your group has over 15 people, please make multiple bookings.

What's included

Included
Lifetime access – play anytime
Private experience: just your group, no strangers
Self-guided haunted quest through 10 eerie landmarks
Ghost stories, curses, and haunted history at each stop
If your group has over 15 people, please make multiple bookings.
Not included
A live tour guide (this is a 100% self-guided experience)

Traveller Ratings

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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(27)

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Amber_W
November 2, 2025
Not what we thought it was going to be, but pretty fun and informative nonetheless

I didn't realize it was going to be structured almost like a scavenger hunt, though this was actually more fun than a standard walking tour. It's not really a ghost tour- though some of the areas you stop at do have a haunted history. That being said, it takes you to some must-see and hidden gem locations all around downtown Rome, and that was really quite cool. My grievance is that some of the spots turned out to be close to each other, but it has you go back and forth and back and forth rather than structuring it so your trip is circular or linear. Also, our first two stops were closed or obscured by major ongoing construction, which meant we were unable to play the game and answer the prompt to generate the next location without just having the answer revealed - which was kind of a bummer way to start the whole thing. Obviously they can't monitor those things in real time, but hopefully they're updating the locations if a stop is permanently closed or unavailable to the public to view for the unforeseeable future. Anyways, I thought this actually seemed like a fun activity for families or friends - but be prepared to do some major back and forth walking.

Operator response

Thank you for your thoughtful feedback. We're glad you enjoyed exploring Rome and discovering both famous and hidden spots. We appreciate your notes on route flow and the locations affected by construction — we’re reviewing those to improve the experience. We hope to see you on another quest soon!

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EymenAykas
January 9, 2024
Worth it!

It's great and so much fun. Some places were under construction and it was a little difficult, but we had a great time!

Operator response

Thanks for the positive feedback! Glad to hear you had a lot of fun, despite a few challenges with places under construction (please send us an email to care@questoapp.com with details so we can address this). Your enthusiasm is what we aim for. Looking forward to having you on more great adventures!

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Darlene_G
January 9, 2024
Don’t purchase unless you intend to walk through Rome

I purchased the experience because the reviews and the information says you can listen to it without having to walk through Rome. I got it so I could listen to it while my husband who has difficulty walking was resting. I was never able to listen to the experience. I downloaded the app, went to the ghost experience but it wouldn’t play! Ugh, I was looking forward to hearing the stories.

Operator response

Sorry to hear about the trouble you had with the app and not being able to listen to the experience. That's frustrating, and we want to make it right. Reach out to our support team at care@questoapp.com, and they'll help sort things out. Thanks for your patience, and we're here to help!

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mattiapir8
November 8, 2023
Children approved

Really nice and very appreciates, it's a good idea to have a beautifull day with family with children.

Operator response

Thank you for your kind words! We're thrilled you had a great day with your family. If you have any further feedback or need assistance, please let us know.

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Jennifer P
September 4, 2023
Great experience, definitely recommend it!

The game was a lot of fun. 1 or 2 puzzles were too difficult or impossible to solve late at night, even though it is recommended to play in the evening, so it loses 1 star. Overall, it was a great experience and I would definitely recommend it to anyone who wants to see Rome from a different perspective.

Operator response

We're thrilled to hear that you had a lot of fun with the game in Rome! Your feedback about the puzzle difficulty, especially in the evening, is noted, and we'll strive to make the experience even better. Thank you for recommending it to others who want to explore Rome from a unique perspective. We look forward to welcoming you on another exciting adventure soon! 🏛️🌆😄

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Corina C
August 9, 2023
Addictive virtual ghost hunting!

Virtual or not, we have neither found nor seen ghosts. But we certainly know much more about each of them and the itinerary followed made us discover beautiful corners of Rome. It's a shame that point 2 (the doll hospital) no longer exists for some time, the locals tell us. And apparently no one bothered to update the game itself and delete it or replace it with something else (terrible!)

Operator response

Thanks for sharing your experience with us. It's great that you learned a lot and explored beautiful corners of Rome. We apologize for any outdated information in the game. Your feedback is valuable and will help us improve. If you have more to share or need assistance, feel free to reach out. Happy exploring and discovering! 🏞️🕵️‍♂️👻

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A1627YYannes
June 19, 2023
Outdated

The game is too dated. The first three things are either no longer there or covered up with scaffolding. Once we got to that third or fourth thing that isn’t there it was just frustrating so we went back to our hotel.

Operator response

Thank you for taking time to give us your feedback. We are sorry that you had a negative experience. Our goal is the total satisfaction of our customers and to provide a positive experience. We hope to see you giving a try playing one of our games in the future.

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D2625MJalanb
May 22, 2023
A simple and fun way to see more of Rome

A fun way to see some of Rome's less touristy spots and learn a little spooky history and get a good walk. The story is a little grim but hey thats history!

Operator response

Great to see that you enjoyed exploring Rome with Questo. Thank you for sharing your review. Hope to see you explore more games with us. We are grateful

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Nicola_S
April 29, 2023
Spooky fun with a chance to test your brain

Lots of interesting and scary stories- saw different parts of Rome that are not on the usual tourist trail.

Operator response

Thanks a lot, Nicola_S! Looking forward to seeing you play many more quests in the future.

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Elizabeth_S
March 10, 2023
A lot of fun solo

It was a lot of fun to explore on one’s own. It takes you through safe areas at night that while packed during the day, you may have to yourself. A fun history tour at your own pace solving puzzles and finding niche historical information you may miss otherwise.

Operator response

It's really great to see that you have enjoyed Rome Ghost Hunt: "The Haunting Stories" City Exploration Game. Share Questo to your family and friends and have fun together in your next game. Thank you!

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