Florence Haunted Walking Game: Monster of Florence Self-Guided Tour

Summary

Nighttime Mystery Walk: Florence’s Dark Legends & Hidden Corners

If you want to see Florence in a way most visitors never do—solving mysteries after dark and learning true crime stories tied to real places—this haunted exploration game is for you. You’ll move at your own pace, discover hidden corners, and get wrapped up in local legends without ever needing a guide or map.

What’s the experience like?

The first clue popped up on my phone just as the bells from Santa Maria del Fiore echoed down the empty street. I’d never seen Piazza della Signoria so quiet—just a couple of locals chatting by the fountain, and that faint smell of roasted chestnuts from a cart nearby. The air felt heavier than usual, maybe because I knew what story we were following: the Monster of Florence. Each riddle nudged us deeper into the city’s secrets, past shadowy arches and old stone walls that seemed to watch us back.

Our guide wasn’t a person but the app itself—surprisingly sharp, giving just enough hints to keep things interesting without spoiling anything. When we reached Palazzo Vecchio, I could almost hear footsteps behind me (probably just my imagination… or maybe not). The stories unlocked at each stop weren’t sugarcoated; they gave real details about the crimes and how people here still talk about them in whispers. At Orsanmichele Church, a local woman passed by and muttered something about “spiriti”—I got chills for a second.

You can take your time—there’s no rush. We stopped for gelato at Grom before heading to the Baptistery, where the marble glowed under streetlights. No need for GPS or maps; every clue led us right to the next spot. Even if you’re not big on scary stuff, there’s something about wandering Florence at night with only your phone and these old legends for company that sticks with you long after you finish.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Florence Haunted Exploration

• Visit Piazza della Signoria
• Explore Palazzo Vecchio
• Visit major Florence museum
• Visit important Florence museum
• Solve puzzle and explore discovered place
• Solve puzzle and explore discovered place
• Solve puzzle and continue game (pass by Orsanmichele Church)
• Solve puzzle and continue game (pass by Florence Duomo)
• Solve puzzle and continue game (pass by unknown location)
• Solve puzzle and continue game (pass by Florence Baptistery)
• Solve puzzle and explore Centro Storico

Top questions

Is it safe to do this tour alone at night?

Yes, it’s designed for solo travelers or groups. The route stays in central areas where there are usually people around, even late.

Do I need internet access while playing?

Nope! Once downloaded, everything works offline so you don’t have to worry about losing connection.

Can kids join this experience?

The stories involve real crimes but nothing graphic is shown in the app. It’s up to parents’ discretion—older kids might find it fascinating.

How long does it usually take?

You set your own pace. Most people finish in 1-2 hours but you can pause anytime for food or photos.

What’s included

You’ll get access to the self-guided haunted game on your smartphone (no internet needed once started), all clues and stories along the route, plus total flexibility—you can start whenever you like and play with as many friends as you want (just book extra spots if your group is over 15). No crowds or guides; it’s just you and Florence after dark.