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City exploration game
Sydney Shadows: The Ghost of the QVB
4.81Player ratingA DIFFERENT WAY TO SEE THE CITY
Play at your pace · usually 94 min 1 km Sydney App-guided
Play in
English
The experience
About this quest
"Secrets of Sydney: Hidden Secrets of the Queen Victoria Building" is an exhilarating outdoor escape game that plunges participants into the heart of Sydney's rich history.
Players step into the shoes of a contemporary Sydney businessman, whose routine life is upended when the ghost of Mei Quong Tart, a Chinese businessman from the late 1800s, suddenly appears before him.
As players unravel the narrative, they'll discover that Mei was tragically murdered within the walls of the iconic Queen Victoria Building.
His restless spirit now seeks a champion to decipher the building's concealed riddles, the keys to setting his soul free. Traverse the historic corridors, delve into forgotten tales, and decode the mysteries to help Mei find the peace he so desperately craves.
Players step into the shoes of a contemporary Sydney businessman, whose routine life is upended when the ghost of Mei Quong Tart, a Chinese businessman from the late 1800s, suddenly appears before him.
As players unravel the narrative, they'll discover that Mei was tragically murdered within the walls of the iconic Queen Victoria Building.
His restless spirit now seeks a champion to decipher the building's concealed riddles, the keys to setting his soul free. Traverse the historic corridors, delve into forgotten tales, and decode the mysteries to help Mei find the peace he so desperately craves.
What makes this quest special
Highlights
Discover what's hiding behind the Queen Victoria Building's mysterious locked doors
Visit the site of a World War 2 defence outpost
Learn the history of some of Sydney's oldest buildings
Walk the corridors where famous businessman Mei Quong Tart's ghost still roams.
From people who played this quest
Good times. In their words.
4.81 / 5
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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
Sydney
A · Start
2001 Martin Pl, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
B · Finish
483 George St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
Start and finish only. Discover the stops as you play.
Along the way
Landmarks & Hidden Gems Included
The people behind the adventure
Created by Amy.
A route that brings places and playful storytelling together.
Made by Amy
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.
Good to know before you play
- Horror & Haunts
A little clarity before you go
Frequently asked questions
Is Sydney Shadows: The Ghost of the QVB self-guided?
Yes. The Questo app guides you between locations without a tour guide or fixed departure. You can start when it suits you and pause if needed.
Where does Sydney Shadows: The Ghost of the QVB start and finish?
It starts at Cenotaph, 2001 Martin Pl, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia and finishes at To Sail, To Stop, 483 George St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia. The route is approximately 1 km and includes 11 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 Sydney Shadows: The Ghost of the QVB available in?
It is currently available to play in English.
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Queen Victoria Building context
A Romanesque market building behind the ghost fiction
The Queen Victoria Building opened in 1898 as a municipal market designed in an elaborate Romanesque style. After decades of changing uses and threatened demolition, it was restored as a retail landmark. Stories about a ghost belong to folklore and this quest’s fiction; the building’s architecture, commercial history and survival are documented. Playable languages: English.
