Bergamo Escape Game: Solve Clues & Explore Città Alta

Summary

Crack codes in Bergamo’s winding streets with your team

You’ll step into Bergamo’s Città Alta for a real-world escape game—solving clues hidden in shops and piazzas with your team. Expect laughter over tricky puzzles, moments when locals join in or just watch curiously, and that rush when you finally crack the code together. It’s not just sightseeing—it’s being part of the city for an afternoon.

What’s the experience like?

The first thing I noticed was the echo of our footsteps on the old stones in Piazza Mercato delle Scarpe — and then my phone buzzed. That’s how this Sato Code escape game starts, right in the heart of Bergamo Alta, not in some dark room but out in the open, with people passing by eating gelato or chatting in Italian. Our group huddled around the screen, trying to make sense of the first clue while a couple of locals glanced over, probably wondering what we were up to. It felt like being inside a movie, except you’re also slightly worried you’ll embarrass yourself if you miss something obvious.

We wandered from shopfronts to little corners I’d never have noticed on a regular day trip to Bergamo. At one point, we ended up outside a record store — there was this faint smell of coffee drifting out from somewhere nearby (maybe that tiny bar across the street?), and someone’s dog barked at us as we debated whether a sticker on the window was part of the puzzle or just…a sticker. The Sato Code app kept feeding each of us different pieces, so we had to actually talk things through instead of just staring at one person’s phone. I tried reading a cryptic message aloud in Italian; my pronunciation made everyone laugh, including an older man who overheard and gave me a thumbs-up.

The puzzles got trickier as we moved towards Piazza Mascheroni. There was this moment near the cathedral where everything went quiet for a second — just bells ringing somewhere above and us whispering over possible answers. I didn’t expect to feel so caught up in it; it’s not like any other escape room because you’re literally surrounded by real life: tourists taking photos, locals arguing about football scores, sunlight bouncing off ancient walls. We finished just as it started to drizzle lightly (classic northern Italy), and honestly, I still think about that last riddle whenever I see an old shield motif now.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Escape game across Bergamo old town

• Start at Piazza Mercato delle Scarpe
• Hunt for clues in streets and shops
• Find hidden symbols in record store
• Discover cryptic message in pizzeria
• Pass by Bergamo's iconic landmarks
• Head towards Piazza Mascheroni
• Solve puzzles using Sato Code App
• Complete the "Colleoni's Shield" storyline

Top questions

Is this Bergamo escape game suitable for kids?

The puzzles are designed for adults and recommended for ages 16+, but families with teens who enjoy challenges can join together.

How does the Sato Code escape room work?

You use your smartphones and the Sato Code app to receive clues as you walk through Bergamo Alta, solving puzzles as a team.

Where does the escape game start in Bergamo?

The game begins at Piazza Mercato delle Scarpe in Città Alta.

Do I need internet access during the game?

Yes, every participant needs internet on their phone throughout the experience.

Is it wheelchair accessible?

Yes, transportation options and routes are wheelchair accessible.

How many people do I need for this escape room?

A minimum of two participants is required; each needs their own smartphone.

What languages is the game available in?

You can play in English, Italian, or German.

What’s included

Your experience includes digital tickets sent by SMS for entry into the Sato Code Escape Room across Bergamo Alta. The game is available in English, Italian, or German via the Sato Code app—each player uses their own smartphone with internet access as you explore together through city streets and local shops on your puzzle adventure.