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City exploration game
Midtown Manhattan: The Tesla Signal Heist
4.29Player rating· 36 playsA DIFFERENT WAY TO SEE THE CITY
Play at your pace · usually 66 min 5.4 km New York City App-guided
Play in
English
The experience
About this quest
Discover the lively, vibrant, and intoxicatingly historic Midtown Manhattan. Starting in the heart of Times Square, begin under the glow of neon screens and travel back in time to the world of the man who created them.
You’ll see the famous highlights of New York City, such as the Empire State Building, and learn the intimate secrets hidden in plain sight, such as where Nikola Tesla received a life-changing message from a white pigeon.
Are you ready to explore Midtown Manhattan?
What makes this quest special
Highlights
See the building where Nikola Tesla, the father of radio, spent his last night alive.
Discover the secret oases of Midtown Manhattan, where Native New Yorkers seek rest and refuge amidst the hustle and bustle of the concrete jungle.
Walk in the footsteps of the extraordinary men who turned America into an industrial empire.
From people who played this quest
Good times. In their words.
4.29 / 5
14 player ratings
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From your phone to the streets
A walk that turns into an adventure.
- 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
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
Crack a clue. Share a little victory.
Look around for answers, solve puzzles and enjoy the “we got it!” moments.
CHOOSE YOUR PASS
How many are playing?
Get this questNo booking slot · play any dayFull refund until you start playing
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.
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
New York City
A · Start
1 Times Sq, New York, NY 10036, USA
B · Finish
49 W 27th St, New York, NY 10001, USA
Start and finish only. Discover the stops as you play.
The people behind the adventure
Created by Brittany .
A route that brings places and playful storytelling together.
Made by Brittany
WHAT MAKES A QUEST DIFFERENT
Your adventure, with a playful twist.
1 / 4
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.
A little clarity before you go
Frequently asked questions
Is Midtown Manhattan: The Tesla Signal Heist 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 Midtown Manhattan: The Tesla Signal Heist start and finish?
It starts at One Times Square, 1 Times Sq, New York, NY 10036, USA and finishes at The Radio Wave Building, 49 W 27th St, New York, NY 10001, USA. The route is approximately 5.4 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 Midtown Manhattan: The Tesla Signal Heist available in?
It is currently available to play in English.
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OUTDOOR INVESTIGATION IN NEW YORK CITY
A detective-style mission through New York City
Midtown Manhattan: The Tesla Signal Heist is for players who enjoy spy, detective or investigation stories and want a city route with clues instead of a passive walk. The city becomes the setting for the mission.
The route starts at One Times Square and finishes at The Radio Wave Building over 5.4 km, with 12 challenge locations. Typical duration: 66 min; 5.4 km walking route; 12 challenge locations
Choose this for an outdoor investigation you control. Choose an escape room when a contained indoor set and fixed session are more important. Playable languages: English.
