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4,5/5 from 54 reviews

The AlchemistCitywide escape game in Rome

180 minutes 5 km 12 years old 1 to 6 players

The year of our Lord 1555. Right before your eyes, the guards arrest Josyne, a villager accused of witchcraft. In the streets of Rome, your investigation begins.

Discover the story
1 code = 1 team
39,99 € per team
per player
  • Up to 6 players with a single code
  • No need to book a date
  • Code valid for 3 years
  • Refundable as long as the code is not activated
  • Makes a gift: forward the code by email
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Estimated duration180 minutes
Estimated distance5 km
Per team1 to 6 players
From12 years old
Languages
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A witch, really?

You play an alchemist in 1555, in an investigation drawn from real events. Josyne Van Vlasselaer really existed: she was an ancestor of Beethoven.

1

An arrest before your eyes

You were just passing by. The city guards lead Josyne away, accused of witchcraft. What on earth could she have done to deserve that?

2

Help or accuse

Your first decision changes the course of the adventure. Stand up for her, or join those pointing the finger? With strange things happening all over town, you might well hesitate.

3

Witnesses to question

Pernelle, the Burgomaster, the Judge, the Governor, the Bishop. You cross the city to meet them and examine every clue. The hard part is telling real leads from rumours.

4

Before the trial

Gather clues and witnesses in time to present them at the trial. What is at stake: sparing Josyne a tragic end. Time is not on her side.

The witnesses

Four people who may know more than they let on. Flip a card to prepare your questioning.

Rome in 1555

5 km on foot, 8 places along the way. You may know these streets. You have never looked at them like this.

Map of the The Alchemist Rome route Open in Google Maps
  1. Start Location Piazza della Bocca della Verità, Roma
  2. Altare della Patria 1

    Altare della Patria

  3. Church of the Gesù 2

    Church of the Gesù

  4. Elephant and Obelisk 3

    Elephant and Obelisk

  5. Pantheon 4

    Pantheon

  6. Four Rivers Fountain 5

    Four Rivers Fountain

  7. San Salvatore in Lauro 6

    San Salvatore in Lauro

  8. End Location Lungotevere Castello, Roma

And 2 more places along the way, to discover on site.

What awaits you in Rome

Will you be able to unravel the mystery of Rome in 1555? Dive into the heart of the adventure with “The Alchemist ROME” and wander through the history-laden alleyways where the shadow of witchcraft lurks. You witness the arrest of Josyne, a villager accused of black magic, and it is up to you to choose: will you save her, or side with her executioners?

Every decision shapes the course of your investigation, taking you through the most beautiful sites of the Eternal City. Will you meet Pernelle, the Judge, or the Bishop? Will you be able to discern the truth from the witnesses and decipher the clues hidden in the streets of Rome? Inspired by a true story, this immersive scenario invites you to experience both the tension of a troubled time and the magic of alchemy.

The Alchemist ROME blends puzzles, historical investigations, and twists throughout a captivating journey, accessible in multiple languages and limited in time. Alone or in a team, let yourself be surprised by this unique adventure game, where History is written with every step.

A family playing a Coddy game near a fountain in town

Ready in three steps

No guide, no time slot, no queue. Your smartphone is the game master.

  1. 1

    Buy your code

    It arrives by email within a minute. One code covers a team of 6 players.

  2. 2

    Pick your moment

    Saturday afternoon, summer evening or rainy Sunday: head to the starting point whenever you feel like it.

  3. 3

    Let the app guide you

    The Coddy app, free on iOS and Android, leads you from riddle to riddle with GPS.

One smartphone is enough for the team Hints if you get stuck Set off with a charged battery
4,5 /5

Average rating from 54 player reviews

Positive reviews91 %

The players' verdict

This was a ton of fun, and allowed us to see some beautiful sights around Rome!
was erg leuk, volgende keer eerst nieuw spel en daarna citytrip boeken
Merci pour tout ! super balade en famille dans Rome !
l'obélisque n'est pas lisible sur la place de la minerve
great adventure a good way to roam in Rome \n
This was a great way to see Rome!
simpatico per visitare il centro divertendosi
En la pista de la Piazza del Campidoglio, dice "donde saluda el gobernador...", eso equivoca un poco
C'est un bon jeu créatif et amusant l'histoire inspirer donne l'effet réel mais on ne voit pas
attention beaucoup de bâtiment en rénovation
super fun, glad we did it! we did a bit of cheating and rented out a scooter. super fun.
ce serait chouette que chaque équipe ait un itinéraire différent, sinon super !

Before you book

The questions people ask most before buying.

All frequently asked questions
Do we have to pick a date?

No. Your code stays valid for 3 years from purchase. You start the game on whatever day and time suits you.

Can I give the game as a gift?

Yes. You receive the code by email and pass it on to whoever you like. It stays valid for 3 years with no date to set, so they play on whatever day suits them.

Is the game suitable for beginners?

Yes. The riddles call for observation and logic, not special knowledge, and hints get you going again if you are stuck. The game is recommended from age 12.

There are more than 6 of us, what do we do?

Take one code per team of up to 6 players. Teams set off at the same time and play the same route in parallel. The booking card works out the number of codes for you.

How many smartphones do we need?

One is enough for the whole team. Up to 6 phones can join the same game, handy if a battery runs low.

What if we get stuck on a riddle?

The Hint button in the app puts you on the right track, step by step. Each hint weighs a little on your final score, but nobody stays stuck.

Can I get a refund?

Yes, as long as the code has not been activated. Contact Coddy support before you start the game.

Josyne is counting on you

Start: Piazza della Bocca della Verità, Roma. The code arrives by email right away. You set off whenever you like, for 3 years.

Book for 39,99 € per team
Refundable as long as the code is not activated

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