Team vs team
Use your own phones and join a team. Any teammate’s answer advances everyone. Beat the other teams on the leaderboard.
City exploration game
Cold Case Zero in Alexandria: A Director Zero Investigation
4.78Player rating· 24 playsA DIFFERENT WAY TO SEE THE CITY
Play at your pace · usually 52 min 1.6 km Alexandria, VA App-guided
Play in
English
The experience
About this quest
Step into one of America’s oldest mysteries as you explore Alexandria’s cobblestone streets, historic townhouses, and waterfront. From a colonial tavern to a 19th-century apothecary, you’ll help a rogue AI investigate a real-life unsolved case — the death of the Female Stranger. Solve clues, uncover hidden records, and decide if her ghost deserves justice… or peace.
What makes this quest special
Highlights
A concise walk around one of America's most historic cities combined with an exciting story about one its most enduring legends.
Start and end at Gadsbys Tavern, where George Washington and Thomas Jefferson were known to dine and socialize.
From people who played this quest
Good times. In their words.
4.78 / 5
9 player ratings
Selected player reviews. Original words and 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
Alexandria, VA
A · Start & finish
138 N Royal St, Alexandria, VA 22314, USA
Start and finish only. Discover the stops as you play.
The people behind the adventure
Created by Ryan Taylor.
A route that brings places and playful storytelling together.
Made by Ryan Taylor
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.
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OUTDOOR INVESTIGATION IN ALEXANDRIA, VA
A detective-style mission through Alexandria, VA
Cold Case Zero in Alexandria: A Director Zero Investigation 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 Gadsbys Tavern and finishes at Gadsbys Tavern over 1.6 km, with 10 challenge locations. Typical duration: 52 min; 1.6 km walking route; 10 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.
