Outdoor Things to Do in Berkeley

Explore at your own pace with app-guided clues, puzzles, and hidden stories.

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How it works

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Pick a Quest

Find an adventure that sparks your curiosity.

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Get the App

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Start & Play

Go to the start point and have fun!

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Ways to explore Berkeley with Questo

One app, one type of quest — different ways to play it.

As a scavenger hunt

Solve clues and puzzles at real Berkeley landmarks. Race against the clock or take it at your own pace — and bring a group to compete for a spot on the leaderboard.

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As a self-guided walking tour

A GPS-guided walking route with stories along the way. Play on your own schedule, stop and resume anytime — and once you've downloaded a quest, it works fully offline.

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Frequently asked questions

How do self-guided walking tours in Berkeley work?
Download the Questo app, pick a walking tour in Berkeley, and start walking. The app guides you with GPS to each stop, where you solve a clue or puzzle before moving on. Most tours take 60-120 minutes. No booking needed, start anytime.
How many walking tours are available in Berkeley?
Questo currently offers 1 self-guided walking tour in Berkeley. Prices start from $5.25 per person.
Do I need to book a walking tour in Berkeley in advance?
No, Questo walking tours are self-guided and available anytime. There is no booking, no fixed time, and no guide to meet. Just open the app when you are ready and start exploring Berkeley at your own pace.

Turn a walk through Berkeley, United States of America into an adventure with Questo's self-guided exploration games, solve puzzles, follow clues, and discover the city's hidden side. Start with Murder Mystery: Death in the Shadows in Berkeley, the most popular quest in Berkeley. The routes cover 12 landmarks, monuments, and hidden corners across the city. From $5.25 per quest. No tour guide, no group, no fixed schedule, just you, your phone, and the city.

About Berkeley

Discover the creative spirit of the Bay Area with Questo's self-guided walking tours and city treasure hunts. Follow clues, solve puzzles, and immerse yourself in interactive stories as you explore Berkeley’s historic streets, eclectic neighborhoods, and stunning bay views.

From mystery games around UC Berkeley to clue-filled adventures through Downtown Berkeley, the Gourmet Ghetto, and along the Marina, each quest blends sightseeing with immersive storytelling. You will visit Sather Tower (The Campanile), Berkeley Rose Garden, Tilden Regional Park, and hidden gems like Fourth Street’s boutique district — all at your own pace, with no guide required.

Perfect for couples on a cultural outing, families with kids, groups of friends, or solo explorers, Questo turns "things to do in Berkeley CA" into live, interactive adventures. Start anytime, pause for local coffee or artisanal food, and experience Berkeley’s mix of history, art, and outdoor beauty in a way you will never forget.