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Chicago Chinatown: Quest for the Dragon Kings

4.53Player rating
Play at your pace · usually 63 min 2.8 km Chicago App-guided
Play in
English

The experience

About this quest

Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of Chicago’s Chinatown with this exciting walking tour and escape game

Explore traditional and modern architecture, admire stunning Chinese American artwork, and uncover the most recommended local restaurants as you stroll the bustling streets. Your journey ends at a scenic 17-acre park along the Chicago River, offering beautiful views and the perfect conclusion to your adventure.

In this quest, the year is 1375, and China is in the grip of a severe drought. As the Emperor’s Imperial Advisor, you must find the elusive Dragon Kings, rulers of weather and water, to bring back the rains. Armed with only a scroll of clues, you will explore the streets of Chinatown, searching for the hidden powers that can save the empire. 

Perfect for culture lovers, adventurers, and puzzle solvers, this self-guided tour offers an engaging mix of exploration, history, and mystery in one of Chicago’s most unique neighborhoods.

What makes this quest special

Highlights

  • Check out the traditional and modern architecture of historical Chinatown buildings.

  • Stroll up and down the main streets and feel like you were transported to China.

  • Enjoy intricate Chinese American artwork.

  • Find the popular restaurants that both the locals and tourists recommend.

  • End the tour at a scenic 17-acre park that lines the Chicago River.

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From your phone to the streets

A walk that turns into an adventure.

  1. 1

    Open the app. You’re on your way.

    Choose your pass, then open your quest in the Questo app. It guides you from the starting point.

  2. 2

    Get outside. Follow your curiosity.

    Discover real places and their stories on foot. Stop for a coffee or a photo, then pick up where you left off.

  3. 3

    Crack a clue. Share a little victory.

    Look around for answers, solve puzzles and enjoy the “we got it!” moments.

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Players exploring the city together

BRING YOUR WHOLE GROUP

One city. Rival teams. Great stories together.

A school trip, a team day or friends out together. Turn your next outing into a little friendly competition.

Team vs team

Use your own phones and join a team. Any teammate’s answer advances everyone. Beat the other teams on the leaderboard.

Everyone for themselves

One player per phone. Solve clues on your own and race for the top spot on the final leaderboard.

Can a team share one phone?

Yes. Play together on one phone per team, or use your own phones and join the same team in the app. We recommend your own phones so everyone can take part.

Your walk, at a glance

Chicago

A · Start

2133 S China Pl, Chicago, IL 60616, USA

B · Finish

Ping Tom Park (East), 1700 S Wentworth Ave, Chicago, IL 60616, USA

Get directions to the start

Start and finish only. Discover the stops as you play.

The people behind the adventure

Created by Sarah Abaza.

A route that brings places and playful storytelling together.

Made by Sarah Abaza

WHAT MAKES A QUEST DIFFERENT

Your adventure, with a playful twist.

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Experience

This quest
Discover places through stories and clues in the app
Guided walking tour
Hear stories and ask a guide questions
2 / 4

Pace

This quest
Pause for a photo, a café or a longer look
Guided walking tour
Usually follows the guide’s schedule
3 / 4

Company

This quest
Explore with your own people or on your own
Guided walking tour
Private and shared group tours are available
4 / 4

Guidance

This quest
Directions and challenges in the Questo app
Guided walking tour
Live interpretation from a guide

Features and terms vary by experience. Check the details before booking.

Good to know before you play

  • Don’t enter the places, not part of the experience

A little clarity before you go

Frequently asked questions

Is Chicago Chinatown: Quest for the Dragon Kings self-guided?
Yes. The Questo app guides you between locations without a tour guide or fixed departure. Start when it suits you and pause if needed.
Where does Chicago Chinatown: Quest for the Dragon Kings start and finish?
It starts at Chinatown Square Plaza, 2133 S China Pl, Chicago, IL 60616, USA and finishes at Ping Tom Memorial Park, Ping Tom Park (East), 1700 S Wentworth Ave, Chicago, IL 60616, USA. The route is approximately 2.8 km and includes 12 location-based puzzles.
How many accesses does our group need?
This classic quest sells access per device and player. Each person who wants to solve clues on their own phone needs their own access.
What language is Chicago Chinatown: Quest for the Dragon Kings available in?
It is currently available to play in English.

FANTASY ADVENTURE IN CHICAGO

A story-led Chicago adventure for fantasy and puzzle fans

Chicago Chinatown: Quest for the Dragon Kings is a self-guided story walk in Chicago, designed for travelers who want history and local culture. Its story centers on Chinatown.

The route starts at Chinatown Square Plaza and finishes at Ping Tom Memorial Park over 2.8 km, with 12 challenge locations. The page specifically identifies Chinatown Gateway, Chinatown Square Plaza and Ping Tom Memorial Park along the experience. Practical fit: 2.8 km route; Typical duration: 63 minutes; 12 location-based challenges; Playable in English.

Choose this for a self-guided story and puzzle route. Choose a guided walking tour when live commentary and asking a guide questions matter more. Playable languages: English.

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