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Madrid Ghost Quest: The Lost Soul of Velázquez

4.8(4 reviews)Madrid, SpainOperated by Questo
  • Duration1 hour 15 min – 1 hour 40 min
  • GroupPrivate tour
  • TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
  • LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
  • BookingInstant confirmation

About this activity

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.

What to expect

1 hour 15 min – 1 hour 40 min10 stopsPrivate tour

  1. 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.

  2. Plaza de Ramales

    Plaza de Ramales, Madrid, Spain

    5 minutes

    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.

  3. Royal Palace of Madrid

    Calle de Bailen s/n, Madrid, 28071, Spain

    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.

  4. 5 minutes

    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.

  5. Casita Museo de Raton Perez

    Calle Arenal 8, Floor 1, Madrid, 28013, Spain

    5 minutes

    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.

  6. 5 minutes

    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.

  7. Museo del Jamon

    Carrera San Jeronimo 6, Beside Puerta Del Sol, Madrid, 28026, Spain

    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.

  8. 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.

  9. 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.

  10. Museo Nacional del Prado

    Paseo del Prado s/n, Madrid, 28014, Spain

    You will finish at Museo del Prado. Here is where both the story and the city exploration games end.

Pickup & meeting point

There is no pickup — all travellers meet at the start point.

Start

The game starts at the Church of Santiago y San Juan. After booking, we'll message you a code and activation link. Activate with your own email, then log in to the Questo app with that email. No message? Open the app, tap "Bought a quest somewhere else?" and enter your booking reference number.

End

You will finish around Museo del Prado.

Redemption

Indirect delivery

Thank you for booking with Questo. Your code is your booking reference number: the digits after "BR-". Here's how to play it: 1. Activate your quest. Go to the unlock page on the Questo website (questoapp.com/unlock), enter your email and your code. 2. Download the Questo app on your phone (App Store or Google Play) and create an account with the same email used for activation. 3. Once you're logged in to the Questo app, open the Quests section. Your quest will be there, ready to be played. IMPORTANT - Booked more than one ticket? You can invite the other participants right after activating, or later from the Quests section in the app. - If you don't see your quest in the Quests section in the Questo app, tap "Bought a quest somewhere else?" and enter your code again. You can also upload a screenshot of your booking confirmation there. GOOD TO KNOW - The quest is available every day, at any hour. Go to the starting point and begin whenever you're ready. - Download the story and the map before you head out. After that, it works without internet. - Start with at least 50% battery. Still have questions? Send us a message or talk to our customer support at: questoapp.com/chat

What's included

Included

  • Best after dark — a phone flashlight may help with clues along the route
  • Cryptic riddles, ghostly encounters, and royal apparitions across 12 stops
  • Play as Velázquez's ghost on a quest to find your lost body and rest in peace
  • Self-guided ghost quest through central Madrid
  • One device works for up to 3 players; buy extra licences for the full multiplayer experience
  • Visit Plaza Ramales, Puerta del Sol, Teatro Español, and the Prado Museum

Not included

  • Live tour guide (self-guided via the Questo app)

Good to know

Accessibility & suitability

  • 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

Traveller requirements

  • Minimum 1 traveller per booking
  • Maximum 15 travellers per booking
  • Age bands: Adult (1–99)

Languages

Written
English, Spanish

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 1+ days before100% refund
  • 0–1 days before0% refund

Important booking information

Confirmation
Confirmed immediately after booking.
Tickets
One per booking
Local time zone
Europe/Madrid
Product code
107194P150

What you'll be asked when booking

  • Any special requirements

Traveller reviews

4.8/ 54 reviews
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Ratings aggregated from Viator (1) and Tripadvisor (3).

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