The Secret of Cerdà
BARCELONA TREASURE HUNT
THE BEST WAY TO DISCOVER BARCELONA
Barcelona Treasure Hunt
Barcelona’s famous grid design was created by the eccentric architect Ildefons Cerdà. But he has hidden some strange secrets in his design… follow his trail and solve the puzzles in this outdoor escape room to uncover his long lost secrets!
Explore Barcelona’s history in this scavenger hunt adventure based on a real story. Visit famous landmarks, discover hidden gems, and dive into the world of 19th century Barcelona.
Can you solve the mystery? Step into history and find out why this is the most fun activity in Barcelona!
Barcelona City Center
Outdoor Escape Game
€22 / Adult | €12 / child
2 hours
Available in English, Catalan, Spanish and French
The Secret of Cerdà
BARCELONA TREASURE HUNT
THE BEST WAY TO DISCOVER BARCELONA
Barcelona’s famous grid design was created by the eccentric architect Ildefons Cerdà. But he has hidden some strange secrets in his design… follow his trail and solve the puzzles in this outdoor escape room to uncover his long lost secrets!
Explore Barcelona’s history in this scavenger hunt adventure based on a real story. Visit famous landmarks, discover hidden gems, and dive into the world of 19th century Barcelona.
Barcelona City Center
Outdoor Escape Game
€22 / Adult | €12 / child
2 hours
Available in English, Catalan, Spanish and French





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EsCAPE ROOM PUZZLES
Use treasure maps, boxes, and magical objects to solve a series of puzzles – this is not an app

REAL HISTORY
Hunt for secret weapons, stolen treasures, and secret societies all based on true stories

FUN FOR ALL
Great for dates, family days out, weekend trips, or company teambuilding events
Frequently Asked Questions
Mystery City Games are a mix between a scavenger hunt, escape room, and a self-guided walking tour.
It’s a bit like the Da Vinci Code or National Treasure – it’s about using clues hidden in the architecture of the city to solve a mystery. You can play competitively, but you can also relax and go your own pace, enjoying shops or cafés along the way.
It should definitely be included in your ‘top 10 things to do in Barcelona’! No app or phone is needed – we think treasure hunts are more fun with real treasure maps, locks, and beautiful pieces.
In 1856, Barcelona was suffocating inside its medieval walls. An eccentric urbanist Ildefons Cerdà’s design was chosen for the expansion of the city. What secrets has the eccentric architect hidden in his plans? Explore the city and solve puzzles in this outdoor escape game to find out!
- You will meet the Game Master at our escape room partner next to the Plaza Urquinaona to pick up all of the materials that you need to play: a box with 5 locks on it, a book of puzzles, a treasure map, and some magical tools
- Follow the treasure map through Barcelona city center as you discover must-see city sites and attractions such as the Plaça Catalunya, Carrer Comptal, Palau de la Musica, and Passeig de Gracia and much more!
- Solve puzzles while exploring Barcelona with your friends or family on a holiday, bachelorette party, or weekend out. If you only have 1 day in Barcelona, this is the way to see it!
- Learn true stories from Barcelona’s history
The price includes a two hour adventure through Barcelona. The game set is in a bag and includes all the maps, books, locks and treasure box you need to solve the mystery.
Are you a curious and adventurous spirit? Are you looking for fun things to do in Barcelona? Then Barcelona’s best scavenger hunt is something for you! They are a great idea for a family visit to Barcelona, a date with someone special, a birthday party, or an event with your team.
The games were made for adults, but are a very fun thing to do with kids or teenagers too. Kids ages 6 and older can play when accompanied by an adult.
These self-guided city game tours are the top thing to do in Barcelona! Explore the city at your own pace and learn something about must-see sights and top places all while racing to solve a real mystery. Discover real stories hidden in the city and find out why people call us “the best thing to do in Barcelona!”
The game starts and ends at Maximum Escape near the Plaza Urquinaona. The route covers 2,7km and passes by five key sites in the city: the Gothic Quarter, the Block of Discord, Eixample, Plaza Catalunya, and Palau de la Musica.
Contact us on WhatsApp or if you have any further questions, you can always send us an email at info@luxegildedpath.world
€22 per Adult
€12 per Child
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