Rubber City Roam: The Locks and Landmarks of Downtown Akron
Rubber City Roam: The Locks and Landmarks of Downtown Akron
As you navigate the downtown streets, parks and local landmarks you will be presented with a series of challenges. Your answers to these puzzles will unveil the path to the next destination.
We invite you to make the most of this immersive experience, allowing you to deepen your connection with the city and its story.
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An evening of adventure for less than two coffees
Each player races on their own phone.
Full refund until you start playing · 12 stops · 1 hrs · 2 km
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Places you will visit
12
It will take you
59-89 mins
You will walk
2630 steps
Total distance
2 km
Highlights
Some of the highlights of your adventure will include the towpath and locks of the old Ohio and Erie Canal, iconic statues, famous local buildings, as well as reminders of the industry and innovation that played pivotal roles in shaping Akron's legacy.
Bring your crew
Race to the finish.
Everyone plays on their own phone — race solo, as a couple, or with a crew of any size. First to solve every clue takes the crown.
Adventure
Your pace, no timer
Escape
Beat the clock
Plays offline at your own pace — live group races need a connection.
Final leaderboard
Landmarks & Hidden Gems Included
Cascade Plaza
Lock 4 Mural
182 S Main St
Tips & Recommendations
Wear Comfortable Shoes
You will be walking throughout the city, so comfortable footwear is essential for enjoying the experience.
Charge Your Phone
Make sure your smartphone is at least 60% charged. The quest runs through the Questo app, and you will be using it throughout.
Check the Weather
This is an outdoor activity. Bring an umbrella or sunscreen depending on the forecast.
Bring a Camera
You will discover photogenic locations and hidden gems perfect for capturing memories.
Stay Hydrated
Bring water, especially during warmer months or longer quests.
Play with Friends
While you can play solo, quests are more fun with friends or family. One ticket works for a group.
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Flexibility
Regular Guided Tours
Fixed schedules & no pausing
Questo
Start, pause, and resume anytime
Privacy
Regular Guided Tours
Crowds of up to 30 strangers
Questo
Private experience for your group only
Pricing
Regular Guided Tours
$30-$40 per person
Questo
Affordable per-group pricing
Availability
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Requires advance booking
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Instant access 24/7/365
Experience
Regular Guided Tours
Passive listening to a guide
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Active gamification; you solve the mystery
| Feature | Regular Guided Tours | Questo |
|---|---|---|
| Flexibility | Fixed schedules & no pausing | Start, pause, and resume anytime |
| Privacy | Crowds of up to 30 strangers | Private experience for your group only |
| Pricing | $30-$40 per person | Affordable per-group pricing |
| Availability | Requires advance booking | Instant access 24/7/365 |
| Experience | Passive listening to a guide | Active gamification; you solve the mystery |
