Haunted Birmingham: Restless Souls Walking Tour & Escape Game
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⏱️ Total Flexibility: Start, pause, and resume whenever you want.
🧩 Gamified Discovery: Solve 11 location-based puzzles to unlock hidden stories and secret spots.
📍 Starting Point: New Street Station (Hill St Entrance), 34 Hill St, Birmingham B5 4DY, UK
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🌐 Available In: 🇬🇧 English
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Places you will visit
11
It will take you
40-70 mins
You will walk
4730 steps
Total distance
3.6 km
Route you will explore
Starting point New Street Station (Hill St Entrance)
34 Hill St, Birmingham B5 4DY, UKFinish point St. Philip's Cathedral
Colmore Row (Stop SH1), Birmingham B3 2QB, UKAbout this quest
Explore the eerie streets of Birmingham in this haunting walking tour and escape game. Visit the city’s most haunted locations, uncover dark secrets like an underground tunnel that doesn’t appear on any map, and learn about the mayor who still haunts his office to this day.
You’ll also discover the chilling story of a hidden tomb containing over 1,000 bodies. As you explore, you’ll solve puzzles and unravel the mysteries of Birmingham’s restless spirits.
In this spine-tingling adventure, you arrive at New Street Station only to feel a deep sense of loneliness and unease. The spirits of Birmingham’s deceased workers are trapped, and their whispers echo through the dark.
A mysterious figure warns you that time is running out—unless you can put these souls to rest, you too may disappear into the shadows. Solve the clues, free the spirits, and find your own salvation in this thrilling quest. Perfect for ghost story lovers, history buffs, and puzzle solvers, this self-guided tour offers a terrifying glimpse into Birmingham’s haunted past.
Highlights
Visit the most haunted places in town
Learn about an underground tunnel that doesn't appear on any map.
Discover which mayor haunts his office to this day.
Find out about the secret tomb of over 1000 bodies.
The mission: Your story in Birmingham
Step into the mystifying realm of Birmingham, a city in turmoil just like your own troubled soul.
As you arrive at New Street Station, an icy chill pierces the air, accompanied by strange whispers and hushed laughter. You feel an overwhelming sense of loneliness, craving comfort and company, but something tells you these sounds aren't friendly. A heavy darkness weighs upon you, making it hard to catch your breath.
Glimmering lights dance in the darkness, beckoning your attention. You try to reach out to a sobbing figure on a bench, but your hand passes through as they weep into their hands. A well-dressed gentleman from the past glides through you, murmuring that peace can only be found when the souls of the city's deceased workers are put to rest.
Time is running out, and you must act swiftly to free the trapped spirits before you vanish completely. The clock is ticking, and your mission is to bring solace to these restless souls and, in turn, find salvation for yourself.
Landmarks & Hidden Gems Included
International Convention Centre (ICC) Birmingham
Birmingham Town Hall
St. Philip's Cathedral
Good to know before you play
- Best at night
- Don’t enter the places, not part of the experience
- Use the phone flashlight for clues if needed
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.
Ratings and Reviews
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Flexibility
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Privacy
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Crowds of up to 30 strangers
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Private experience for your group only
Pricing
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$30-$40 per person
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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 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Haunted Birmingham: Restless Souls about?
You arrive at New Street Station with a weird feeling—whispers, shadows, hidden halls. Spirits of workers long gone are trapped under the city, and you’ve got to solve clues, explore haunted landmarks, and find the hidden tomb of 1000+ bodies to set them free.
Is this good fun with kids?
Yes—with older kids. If they like ghost stories and aren’t too scared. Some parts are creepy atmosphere, not horror, so during daylight works best. Younger ones might prefer something lighter.
Could this work as a romantic evening walk?
Definitely. There’s something about dim lights, echoing streets, solving puzzles together—it brings you closer. It’s moody and intense in a good way, not just a walk.
Where does it start and how do I begin?
Start at New Street Station (Hill St Entrance). Just open the quest on the Questo app, pick this one, and go. No guide needed.
Can I do this solo or with a group?
For sure. Solo gives you that eerie personal vibe; with friends it’s more fun—sharing moments of surprise, discussing clues, maybe scaring each other a bit.
Is the puzzle stuff hard or frustrating?
They balance it—some are tricky, some obvious. The fun is in figuring them out together (or by yourself). If stuck, pause, enjoy the surroundings, come back to it.
