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Outdoor escape game
The Lost Gold of Amsterdam
4.5Player rating
A QUESTO OUTDOOR ADVENTURE
Play at your pace · usually 90 min 3.2 km Amsterdam App-guided
Play in
English
The adventure
About this quest
All roads lead to Rome. But roads work both ways. Augustus knew that better than anyone. While the world was busy marching toward Rome, he was quietly moving his most dangerous secrets out. He needed a place to hide the Imperial Regalia and he chose this city to keep them safe.
This wasn't some random choice; it was a calculated move. He left the location with one man, who encoded the map across landmarks using symbols carved into the city's oldest stones. Those marks are still there, hiding in plain sight while you grab your morning coffee or walk to work.
You receive the first clue from a source who refuses to identify themselves. The greatest personal treasury ever assembled is waiting for someone with the right eyes to find it. Are you ready to claim what Augustus left behind?
Is this for you?
Who it's for
Couples, friends and families with teens or older children get around 90 minutes of spotting symbols in central Amsterdam, following a Roman story about Augustus hiding the Imperial Regalia here. The walk links Westerkerk, De Nieuwe Kerk, the Royal Palace and the Embassy of the Free Mind. If you want a live guide to answer your questions, or a 3.2 km walk between clues is too far, pick something else.
What makes this quest special
Highlights
🏛️ Decipher Ancient Secrets – Solve puzzles hidden in the city's oldest architecture and see familiar streets in a whole new light.
🏃 Race Against History & Outsmart the Past – Follow a 2,000-year-old trail and test your skills against a mystery that has remained unsolved for centuries.
🏺 Recover the Lost Treasure – Step into an action-adventure story where the stakes are as high as the Roman Empire itself.
👥 The Ultimate Crew Challenge – Grab your smartest friends for a competitive mission that turns the city into your personal playground.
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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.
The real-world playing space
Amsterdam
A · Start
Beursplein 5, 1012 GZ Amsterdam, Netherlands
B · Finish
Beursplein 4, 1012 JW Amsterdam, Netherlands
Start and finish only. Discover the stops as you play.
WHAT MAKES A QUEST DIFFERENT
Your adventure, with a playful twist.
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Setting
- This quest
- An outdoor route through the city
- Escape room
- An indoor setting designed for the game
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Playing together
- This quest
- Use your own phones to team up or compete
- Escape room
- Solve challenges together in the room
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Pace
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- Check this quest’s playing modes and access hours
- Escape room
- Usually a booked session with a time limit
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Price
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- Choose device access above to see your total
- Escape room
- Prices and group sizes vary by venue
Features and terms vary by experience. Check the details before booking.
A little clarity before you go
Frequently asked questions
Is there a treasure hunt in Amsterdam about lost gold?
Yes. This self-guided treasure hunt is built on a story about Augustus moving the Imperial Regalia out of Rome and hiding them in Amsterdam. One man encoded the location across landmarks using symbols in the city's oldest stones, and you follow those clues on your phone.
Where does the quest start and which places does it pass?
It starts at Beursplein. The route takes in Westerkerk, De Nieuwe Kerk, the Multatuli Statue, the Royal Palace, the Eerste Hollandsche Levensverzekerings Bank, the Embassy of the Free Mind, Herenstraat, Hotel The Craftsmen and Spuistraat.
How long does it take and how far is the walk?
Plan on around 90 minutes for a walk of about 3.2 km. It is self-paced, so you can pause whenever you like, stop for a coffee and continue later from where you left off.
Is it suitable for children?
It suits teens and older children best. The puzzles ask you to read details in what is in front of you, such as symbols on old buildings, and the story about Augustus and the hidden Imperial Regalia works well for young people who enjoy codes and Roman history.
Do we need to book a time, and can our group play together?
No time slot is needed: you start whenever you want, with no guide and no group to join. One ticket covers your whole group, up to the number of devices stated, so friends or family can solve the clues together.
Is The Lost Gold of Amsterdam 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 The Lost Gold of Amsterdam start and finish?
It starts at Beursplein, Beursplein 1, 1012 JW Amsterdam, Netherlands and finishes at Point 15, Beursplein 4, 1012 JW Amsterdam, Netherlands. The route is approximately 3.2 km and includes 15 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.
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A flexible self-guided way to discover Amsterdam
The Lost Gold of Amsterdam is for travelers who want a private, self-guided city experience rather than joining a scheduled walking-tour group. You follow a route, solve clues and discover places at your own pace.
The route starts at Beursplein over 3.2 km, with 15 challenge locations. 3.2 km walking route; 15 challenge locations
Choose this for flexibility, privacy and active discovery. Choose a guided walking tour when live commentary and asking a guide questions matter more. Playable languages: English.
