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City exploration game
In Julia’s Shadow: A Soulful Journey Through Rome
4.62Player rating
A DIFFERENT WAY TO SEE THE CITY
Play at your pace · usually 86 min 1.7 km Rome App-guided
Play in
EnglishItalian
The experience
About this quest
A mysterious guide. A forgotten spirit. A city whispering your name.
Inspired by the soul-searching journey of Eat Pray Love, this experience invites you to slow down, play, and rediscover the thrill of being alive. Hidden messages, strange encounters, and ten life lessons disguised as a game await across the Eternal City.
No rush. No rigid tours. Just you, a map full of secrets, and a sense of wonder ready to be awakened.
Wander. Wonder. Repeat.
Is this for you?
Who it's for
Solo travellers and couples on a reflective trip to Rome will enjoy this unhurried walk of about two hours, from Castel Sant'Angelo across St. Angelo Bridge to Sant'Agnese in Agone and the Fontana dei Quattro Fiumi, with hidden messages, medium-level puzzles and ten life lessons woven into the game. Anyone wanting a guide to quiz on history, or a brisk puzzle race, may find its gentle, introspective pace too slow.
What makes this quest special
Highlights
Set off on a Roman adventure woven with mystery, beauty, and a touch of magic. ✨
Wander through hidden alleys and timeless piazzas—where every corner holds a secret. Awaken your curiosity with cryptic clues and ancient whispers. Turn each step into a game—playful challenges and soulful surprises await around every turn.
From people who played this quest
Good times. In their words.
4.62 / 5
21 player ratings
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From your phone to the streets
A walk that turns into an adventure.
- 1
Open the app. You’re on your way.
Choose your pass, then open your quest in the Questo app. It guides you from the starting point.
- 2
Get outside. Follow your curiosity.
Discover real places and their stories on foot. Stop for a coffee or a photo, then pick up where you left off.
- 3
Crack a clue. Share a little victory.
Look around for answers, solve puzzles and enjoy the “we got it!” moments.
CHOOSE YOUR PASS
How many are playing?
Get this questNo booking slot · play any dayFull refund until you start playing
BRING YOUR WHOLE GROUP
One city. Rival teams. Great stories together.
A school trip, a team day or friends out together. Turn your next outing into a little friendly competition.
Everyone for themselves
One player per phone. Solve clues on your own and race for the top spot on the final leaderboard.
Can a team share one phone?
Yes. Play together on one phone per team, or use your own phones and join the same team in the app. We recommend your own phones so everyone can take part.
Your walk, at a glance
Rome
A · Start
Lungotevere Castello, 00186 Roma RM, Italy
B · Finish
Via dei Portoghesi, 2, 00186 Roma RM, Italy
Start and finish only. Discover the stops as you play.
Along the way
Landmarks & Hidden Gems Included
The people behind the adventure
Created by Camilla Ambrosino.
A route that brings places and playful storytelling together.
Made by Camilla Ambrosino
WHAT MAKES A QUEST DIFFERENT
Your adventure, with a playful twist.
1 / 4
Experience
- This quest
- Discover places through stories and clues in the app
- Guided walking tour
- Hear stories and ask a guide questions
2 / 4
Pace
- This quest
- Pause for a photo, a café or a longer look
- Guided walking tour
- Usually follows the guide’s schedule
3 / 4
Company
- This quest
- Explore with your own people or on your own
- Guided walking tour
- Private and shared group tours are available
4 / 4
Guidance
- This quest
- Directions and challenges in the Questo app
- Guided walking tour
- Live interpretation from a guide
Features and terms vary by experience. Check the details before booking.
Good to know before you play
- Difficulty level: Medium 🟡🤔
- Route open 24/7 but better during daylight hours
A little clarity before you go
Frequently asked questions
What is the Julia quest in Rome?
It is a self-guided walk played on your phone, built around a mysterious guide and a forgotten spirit. Along the way you find hidden messages, strange encounters and ten life lessons disguised as a game. The mood is soul-searching and slow, made for wandering rather than rushing.
Where does the walk start and finish?
It starts at Castel Sant'Angelo, crosses St. Angelo Bridge and passes Piazza di San Simeone, Santa Maria della Pace, Sant'Agnese in Agone, the Fontana dei Quattro Fiumi, Corsia Agonale, San Nicola dei Lorenesi and Laganà. It finishes at Sant'Antonio dei Portoghesi, not back at the start. The route covers about 1.7 km.
How long does it take, and can we pause?
Most players take about two hours, walking and puzzles included. The distance is short, so much of that time goes on looking, reading and solving at each stop. You can pause whenever you like, stop for a coffee and continue later from where you left off.
Can we play as a couple or group, and is it suitable for children?
Yes, one ticket covers the whole group playing together on the walk. The puzzles are rated medium difficulty and the theme is reflective, about life lessons rather than adventure, so it suits teenagers and adults better than young children.
Do we need to book a time, and when is it best to go?
There is no time slot to book and no group to join, so you can start whenever suits you. The route is open 24/7, but it is better during daylight hours, when the details you need for the puzzles are easier to spot. Dress for the weather between stops.
Is this a romantic activity for couples in Rome?
Its intimate narrative can work well for a date, but it is a self-guided game that friends can also enjoy.
Is Julia’s story real?
No. Julia’s journey is fictional; the Rome locations you explore are real.
How many tickets does our group need?
This classic quest sells access per device and player. Each person who wants to solve clues on their own phone needs their own access.
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A story adventure played through Rome
In Julia’s Shadow: A Soulful Journey Through Rome is for players who want a fantasy, folklore or adventure story tied to a real-world route in Rome. It works best when the story and puzzles matter as much as the walk.
The route starts at Castel Sant'Angelo and finishes at Via dei Portoghesi, 2 over 1.7 km, with 10 challenge locations. Typical duration: 86 min; 1.7 km walking route; 10 challenge locations
Choose this for a self-guided story mission outdoors. Choose a venue attraction when a contained indoor experience matters more. Playable languages: English, Italian.
