Murder Mystery Tour Palermo
Discover the intriguing world of investigation against the backdrop of one of Italy's most storied cities. Palermo, rich in secrets and cultural treasures, provides an ideal setting for a memorable team building experience. As participants slip into the role of detectives, the CityHunters Murder Mystery Tour delivers suspense, collaboration and unforgettable moments — a perfect fit for a company outing or a department celebration in Palermo.
Starting point Quattro Canti – The beginning of the adventure
Quattro Canti, a historic and central crossroads in Palermo, serves as a natural meeting place to kick off the adventure. From this elegant intersection teams can thread through narrow lanes and broad piazzas, with the option to start at another central landmark if greater flexibility is desired. The city’s mix of architectural wonders and cultural highlights will enrich every step of the investigation.
Along the route participants will pass many of Palermo’s best-known sights. The imposing Palazzo dei Normanni stands as a reminder of royal history, while the majestic Palermo Cathedral and the nearby Martorana showcase layers of art and faith — all visible from the street since the Murder Mystery Tour is strictly an outdoor experience. The itinerary can also lead past Teatro Massimo, the striking Chiesa di San Cataldo and the serene San Giovanni degli Eremiti, each adding atmosphere and clues to the trail.
A journey through history and the present
Palermo captivates with a distinctive blend of past and present. During this team building event participants not only tackle puzzles but also soak up the city’s cultural diversity. The Martorana’s glittering mosaics, the art treasures of Palazzo Abatellis and the ornate interiors glimpsed at the Church of the Gesu all tell stories that complement the investigative narrative.
Beyond sights, Palermo’s lively street life and culinary temptations provide a flavorful interlude. Sampling fresh arancini or a crisp cannolo from a street vendor is a delightful way to recharge and bond — culinary moments that pair perfectly with the challenge and lift team spirit in a deliciously practical way.
Thrills and collaboration in the open air
The CityHunters Murder Mystery Tour is more than a Scavenger Hunt. It is an interactive experience that blends modern technology with the city’s charm: the CityHunters App turns each smartphone into an essential investigative tool, guiding teams through streets, squares and across the Admiral's bridge as they pursue leads. Team members become sleuths who decode messages, solve riddles and piece together the narrative.
Tasks on the route are varied and demand teamwork, creativity and logic. Every participant can contribute strengths, whether in observation, deduction or lateral thinking. This playful interaction fosters genuine cooperation and creates a lasting team building experience.
Flexibility and independence for the team
A major advantage of the CityHunters Murder Mystery Tour is its flexibility. Teams decide when and where their team building event in Palermo takes place. Without rigid start times or external supervision, the format can be tailored to company schedules and preferences, making it an attractive choice for organizations seeking an easy yet engaging team building experience.
Whether organized as a standalone company outing, the highlight of a company summer party or as a program element for a department gathering, the Murder Mystery Tour integrates smoothly into plans. The intuitive app lets teams focus on the shared adventure instead of logistical details.
An unforgettable experience in Palermo
The CityHunters Murder Mystery Tour in Palermo offers companies an innovative and entertaining alternative to traditional company outings. It combines excitement, collaboration and the discovery of a fascinating city into an exceptional experience. Teams will not only unravel Palermo’s secrets but also gain practical insights into communication, cooperation and problem solving.
Begin the adventure and turn the next team building event into a memorable highlight. Let Palermo’s history and atmosphere provide the stage for a team building experience that will exceed expectations and leave lasting impressions.
- Participants use their own smartphones
- Flexibility through self-organization
- 10 riddle locations
- Support chat during the tour
- Picture gallery of the event
- Team chat
- Real-time leaderboard
How the event works
1. Preparation
- Beforehand, all participants install the app on their smartphones
- Teams are formed in advance or on site (max. 7 people)
- Each team’s leader starts the tour and invites the other participants
2. Let’s go!
- From tour start, our team guide is available via chat
- Teams choose their first puzzle location
- They navigate easily via the map view
- Up to 10 challenges await at notable spots around the city
3. City exploration
- Along the route, teams discover the city
- At each puzzle location, they solve tasks and earn points
- Each team member receives individual challenges in addition to the shared tasks
- Digital networking via real-time leaderboard and team chat
4. Finale
- After completing all tasks, the app guides teams safely back to the start
- A self-organized award ceremony can take place here
- Afterwards, you’ll find all photos in a protected online gallery
Your event in 5 simple steps
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- Individual support
- Offer within 90 minutes
Our FAQs provide answers to the most common questions
We organize our team events for you on your desired date, 365 days a year. To see if your preferred date is still available, request your non-binding offer . You can freely choose your event start time between 9 am and 8 pm.
For our full-service team events, both on-site support by our guides and the provision of all materials are included, so you don’t have to worry about anything in advance. The only exception is our smartphone tours. For these, you use your own smartphones and benefit from in-app chat support that we provide free of charge.
The start and end point in Palermo is: Piazza Bellini. Click for a map view. The blue-shaded area marks our event area where our team event tasks and puzzles are located. For our Geocaching and iPad tours, you can choose your own start and end points within this area. This is not possible for smartphone tours.
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