Heraklion's Key: Self Guided Exploration Game & Walking Tour
Overview
Starting from Venetian Fortress Rocca a Mare, the stops are spaced on average 300m apart, with each location taking around 5-10 min to complete. The route passes through local landmarks & attractions such as Heraklion Museum of Ancient Greek Technology Kostas Kotsanas, The Lions of Saint Mark.
DISCLAIMER: You will explore by yourself using the Questo app on your phone. No physical guide or stranger groups involved. The full route covers about 4.1 km (2.5 mi) and takes around 2:15h to complete. You can play any day, at any time. Languages available: EN, DE.
This activity includes:
- Rocca a Mare Fortress
- Museum of Ancient Greek Technology by Kotsanas
- Cultural Conference Center of Heraklion
- Bembo fountain
- Historical Museum of Crete
- Morosini Fountain
- Martinengo Bastion
- Nikos Kitsikis's bust
- Heraklion Venetian Port
- Manos Hadjidakis Garden Theater
- Nikos Kazantzakis Grave
- Access to the Exploration Game
- 24/7 customer support
On arrival
IMPORTANT:
Once you've purchased your tickets, make sure to check your email for the Questo unlock confirmation email containing how to play instructions.
- If you didn't receive an email from Questo, please contact us through the chat support. We will unlock the game for you in a few minutes.
- If you received the email from Questo, just download the Questo app on your phone and log in with your email. The game will be available in "My quests" section and you can start it anytime you want. Just head out to the Starting Point and begin your adventure any day, at any hour!
Things to note
HOW DOES IT WORK:
This is an outdoor exploration game where you'll be playing and discovering the main landmarks in the city and some extra hidden spots, while searching for clues in your surroundings and solving interactive puzzles! You can play by yourself (or with your friends), using the Questo mobile app on your smartphone. There is no physical guide involved, it's only you and the endless mysteries scattered around in the city.
HOW TO UNLOCK YOUR GAME:
The game should automatically unlock for you once you've purchased your tickets and you should receive an email with instructions from Questo. If you didn't receive the email from Questo or you encounter any difficulties, make sure to contact us through the chat support.
WHEN DOES IT TAKE PLACE:
Whenever you want! Just buy the ticket, unlock the game and start playing once you're ready!
HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE:
The activity involves walking and visiting real places in the city. It typically takes about 60-90 minutes to complete a game, but it all depends on your walking pace and puzzle-solving skills. You can also pause and resume the game any time.
WHAT TO BRING:
- fully (or at least 50%) charged phone;
- internet connection;
- good mood;
- your inner adventurer;
- your friends!
AGE RECOMMENDATION:
This activity is recommended for people above 12 y/o. If you have little ones and want to bring them along, feel free to do so. The experience is kid-friendly, but bear in mind that this is a walking activity and also, some puzzles might be too challenging for them.
Cancellation policy
Free Cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts. Late cancellation or your non-arrival is not refundable.
