A murder mystery in Florence, at your pace.

This self-guided game turns classic sights into a modern mystery you follow with offline audio and puzzle prompts. It’s designed so you can start whenever you want after booking and walk the route on your own, with directions and clues in the app.

What I like most is the no-physical-guide approach. You’re not herded by a person, and the “only your group” setup keeps it quieter. I also like that the route mixes big, recognizable stops like Piazza della Signoria and Palazzo Vecchio with smaller museum moments tied to the story.

The one caution: if you’re hoping for a traditional, fact-heavy walking tour, the experience can feel more like a puzzle game than a straight explanation of the crimes. The storyline is there, but your time is spent solving and following hints.

Key things to know before you go

• Start any time after booking and play at your own pace with no rescheduling
• Play offline so you’re not stuck hunting for signal in Florence
• Private, no-contact experience that helps you avoid crowds
• A low cost with value coming from the app and route, not from included museum tickets
• Free main stops plus separate museum admissions where noted
• End near Via de’ Vecchietti after a final puzzle segment in the Centro Storico area

Price and value: why $7.14 can make sense

At $7.14 per person, you’re paying mainly for the game format: mobile ticket, downloadable audio, and the clue/puzzle system that guides you between Florence points of interest. The length is listed as about 1 hour, which is a real plus if you want something bite-sized without blocking your whole day.

Two stops are described as free, and two major museum-related stops are noted as not included. That means your total spend may rise a bit if you decide to enter the museums during the game. Still, the core value is that you can move independently and keep the story going without needing a guide or internet.

If you’re traveling as a group, the setup notes that if your group is larger than 15, you can simply make multiple bookings. That’s helpful for families and friend groups who want the same experience without joining strangers.

The route you’ll follow: Piazza della Signoria to Via de’ Vecchietti

You begin at Piazza della Signoria (P.za della Signoria, 50122 Firenze). From there, the game guides you through a sequence of landmarks and puzzle points, ending at Via de’ Vecchietti, 28 (50123 Firenze). The ending matters because it puts you in a practical area for wandering, grabbing a bite, or continuing on to other sights.

The timing also works differently than a standard tour. The experience says you can play anytime after booking, and the opening hours shown run essentially through the day (Monday through Sunday, 12:00 AM–11:30 PM). In plain terms: you can fit this in around your museum visits and meal plans.

Plan on walking a bit, but the app structure also helps you pace the experience. You’re not waiting for a guide to arrive, and you’re not stuck at one stop for an hour.

Piazza della Signoria: where the story gets real

Your first named anchor is Piazza della Signoria, described as a major square in Florence. In a game like this, starting in a big public space is smart because it’s easy to orient yourself. It’s also where lots of people naturally pass through, which helps you keep momentum without feeling lost.

Expect the opening stage to feel like you’re cracking a case file before the route tightens up. The app’s clues are meant to steer you from this recognizable landmark into the more “connected to the crimes” locations that come next.

Time at this stage is listed around 10 minutes. That’s short, so you’ll want to keep your phone charged and your audio ready.

Palazzo Vecchio: the big landmark stop with a game twist

Next comes Palazzo Vecchio, described as Florence’s most important tourist attraction. If you’ve spent any time in Florence, you know this place is hard to miss. For the game, that’s the point: a major landmark gives the story weight and helps you trust you’re in the right place.

This is also another 10-minute segment with admission listed as free. That can be a relief if your goal is to keep costs tight. It also means you can spend more of your hour on puzzle points and museum stops where the app expects you to slow down.

The “crime-connected sites” idea is central here. The game isn’t just routing you around Florence for exercise—it’s trying to connect the place you’re standing in with the mystery thread.

Museo della Misericordia di Firenze: museum time you reach by solving

Then the experience shifts to Museo della Misericordia di Firenze, described as a major museum. Admission here is specifically noted as not included, so think of this as the main spot where you might need to budget extra.

What makes this stage different is how you get there in the first place. You reach the museum by following a clue and solving a puzzle, and once there, the game gives indications on how to continue your search for the treasure. You also learn about the place you discovered, not just the next step.

This stage is listed as about 10 minutes. Since it’s museum-related and admission isn’t included, you’ll probably want to arrive with realistic expectations: the game provides context and prompts, but it’s still a short visit segment inside a larger museum experience.

Loggia del Bigallo – Museo del Bigallo: clue loops and payoff

After the Misericordia museum segment, you move to Loggia del Bigallo – Museo del Bigallo, described as an important Florence museum. As with the museum stop, admission is listed as not included, and you reach it through another clue-and-puzzle chain.

One interesting detail: this Loggia/Bigallo museum stop is shown more than once in the overall sequence. That suggests the game treats it as a key location where new hints and story progression happen in steps, not just as a one-and-done stop.

Again, the mechanism is the same. You’re supposed to solve puzzles, then receive instructions for how to continue your treasure search, plus learning about what you’ve found. If you like story structure built around problem-solving, this kind of repeated checkpoint can feel satisfying.

The extra puzzle checkpoints: quick, frequent, and plot-driven

In addition to the named stops, the game includes several puzzle moments where the app simply tells you to follow clues and solve puzzles. At each of these points, you then get indications for continuing the game and learn about the place you reached.

Because several of these segments are not named in the basic outline you provided, I’d treat them as “scenes” inside your hour rather than big destination stops. The practical takeaway: you may spend short bursts looking at signage, reading phone prompts, and making decisions quickly.

This is where the experience can make or break your enjoyment. If you enjoy modern mystery mechanics, these puzzle checkpoints are likely the fun part. If you want constant historical explanation with no interruptions, you may find the game rhythm a bit game-y.

Centro Storico: finishing with a final solve

Your last named area is Centro Storico, listed as about 15 minutes and described as free. Since this is longer than many earlier segments, it may be where the app slows down for a final set of instructions or a wrap-up moment.

This is also a practical ending point. By the time you finish here, you’re guided toward the route’s end at Via de’ Vecchietti, which is convenient for keeping your day moving without adding extra planning steps.

If you like having an endpoint that puts you near where people actually eat and wander, this structure helps. It’s not “walk back to where you started” energy.

Offline, no guide, and crowd avoidance that actually matters

This is one of the clearest strengths of the format. The experience says you can play offline, meaning you don’t need an internet connection to follow the city game. For Florence, that’s a practical win because you can lose signal in odd pockets and still keep going.

It’s also described as a private, no human contact experience. That means you’re not waiting for anyone else, and you won’t be part of a big group clump. If you’re trying to avoid crowds while still doing something structured, this fits nicely.

The mobile ticket and downloadable audio tour approach also helps you keep your hands free. You’re looking at your phone when needed, but you’re not juggling a printed map or talking over a guide.

One more detail: the experience is listed as English. So you’ll want to confirm your device and audio settings are ready before you start.

The crowd math: how to keep your hour from dragging

Because it’s about one hour, you’ll want to treat it like a timed walk even if you can technically start whenever. Quick tip: don’t plan museums immediately back-to-back with this unless you’re okay with overlapping time.

Two segments are free, and the museum admissions are not included. That means you might spend additional time figuring out museum entry logistics (if you choose to enter). Even if you don’t go deep into museum rooms, the game expects you to pause and solve.

If your goal is “quick and smooth,” start when you have enough time to slow down for puzzles. If you start when you’re rushing to dinner, you may feel the game pressure.

Who this suits best, and who should think twice

This experience is aimed at fans of modern murder mysteries and puzzle-based exploration. If you want to see Florence’s highlights while working through a treasure-search narrative, the structure is built for that.

It also sounds like it can be very satisfying if you like detail-forward storytelling in the audio prompts. One standout positive reaction noted that the tour felt detailed and motivating, with history described in a way that builds momentum toward wanting to solve the mystery.

The main caution comes from the opposite viewpoint: if you were expecting an interactive walking tour that clearly ties every clue to the crimes in an explanatory way, you may feel shortchanged. In a puzzle game, clues don’t always behave like a textbook.

Should you book Florence Haunted Secrets?

I’d book it if:

• you want a self-paced Florence experience with offline support
• you enjoy solving clues and puzzles more than listening to a lecture
• you like the idea of combining major sights (Piazza della Signoria, Palazzo Vecchio) with museum-linked story stops

I’d skip or rethink it if:

• you mainly want a traditional guided tour with a heavy focus on explanation
• you’re okay paying extra museum admissions and don’t mind that the game drives the timing more than your typical museum flow
• you strongly prefer the story to be purely crime-scene focused with minimal game mechanics

FAQ

FAQ

How long does Florence Haunted Secrets take?

It’s listed as about 1 hour (approx.).

What does it cost?

The price is $7.14 per person.

Is it available in English?

Yes, it’s offered in English.

Do I need internet access?

No. You can play offline and you don’t need an internet connection to follow the city game.

Do I get a physical tour guide?

No. A physical tour guide is not included.

Where do I start and where does it end?

You start at Piazza della Signoria and end at Via de’ Vecchietti, 28.

Can I start at any time after booking?

Yes. You can play anytime after booking without rescheduling.

Are museum admissions included?

Admission is free for Piazza della Signoria and Palazzo Vecchio. Museum stops at Museo della Misericordia di Firenze and Loggia del Bigallo – Museo del Bigallo are noted as not included.

Is this a private experience?

Yes. It’s private, and only your group will participate. It’s also described as no human contact.

What’s the cancellation window?

You can cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours in advance of the experience’s start time.