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Outdoor escape game
The Oz Escape in Boston
4.64Player rating
A QUESTO OUTDOOR ADVENTURE
Play at your pace · usually 90 min 2.1 km Boston App-guided
Play in
English
The adventure
About this quest
Embark on our magical outdoor escape-room-style experience! 🔮
Join forces with the remarkable team of misfits and:
📖 Jump into our all-new gripping narrative, inspired by L. Frank Baum’s original Oz novel from 1900!
🤔 Try to outsmart the witch by cracking immersive puzzles with friends, or tackle her challenges solo, facing off against the leaderboard.
🎵Enjoy original new songs, in the theme of Oz, specially created for this game, available in the app and on-demand when you get home.
🌈 Follow clues to uncover each new location and discover (or rediscover) places around town in a whole new light.
Make sure you have your phone charged and your walking shoes on!
Tick-tock, time to escape!
Is this for you?
Who it's for
This loop starts and ends at the George Robert Fountain on Unity St, covering about 2.1 km of the North End past Paul Revere Mall, All Saints Way and the Tony DeMarco Statue. Friends, couples, families with kids or teens and Oz fans get around 90 minutes of outdoor puzzles with no booked slot. Anyone wanting an indoor room with a live host should book elsewhere.
What makes this quest special
Highlights
Hunt for clues and solve witty puzzles as you walk around town
Follow an original Oz storyline
Listen to new themed songs
Learn unknown fun facts about the Oz universe
Meet other people role-playing as Oz characters
Compete or work together to solve the mission
From people who played this quest
Good times. In their words.
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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
Boston
A · Start
16 Unity St, Boston, MA 02113, USA
B · Finish
16 Unity St, Boston, MA 02113, USA
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
2 / 4
Playing together
- This quest
- Use your own phones to team up or compete
- Escape room
- Solve challenges together in the room
3 / 4
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
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- 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 Wizard of Oz game you can play in Boston?
Yes. This is a self-guided outdoor escape-room-style game with a new story inspired by L. Frank Baum's original Oz novel from 1900. You solve puzzles to outsmart the witch while walking the North End, and the app includes original Oz-themed songs written for the game.
Do we need to book a time slot for the Oz escape?
No. There is no fixed session to reserve. You start whenever suits your group, and you can pause the game and continue later if you want a break for food or coffee in the North End along the way.
Where does it start and how long does it take?
It starts and finishes at the George Robert Fountain on Unity St, so you end where you began. The route covers about 2.1 km through the North End, passing Paul Revere Mall, All Saints Way and the Paul Revere Statue, and takes around 90 minutes.
Can our group play together on one ticket?
Yes, one ticket covers your whole group, so friends, families or work teams can crack the puzzles together on the streets. If you prefer, you can also take on the witch's challenges solo and compete against the leaderboard.
Is it played outdoors, and what if it rains?
The game is played outdoors as you walk between locations in the North End, so dress for the weather. Since there is no booked slot and you can pause and pick it up later, you can wait out a shower or come back another day.
Is The Oz Escape in Boston 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 Oz Escape in Boston start and finish?
It starts at At The George Robert Fountain on Unity St, 16 Unity St, Boston, MA 02113, USA and finishes at Near The George Robert Fountain on Unity St, 16 Unity St, Boston, MA 02113, USA. The route is approximately 2.1 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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The Oz Escape in Boston is for players who want a fantasy, folklore or adventure story tied to a real-world route in Boston. It works best when the story and puzzles matter as much as the walk.
The route starts at At The George Robert Fountain on Unity St and finishes at Near The George Robert Fountain on Unity St over 2.1 km, with 15 challenge locations. 2.1 km walking route; 15 challenge locations
Choose this for a self-guided story mission outdoors. Choose a venue attraction when a contained indoor experience matters more. Playable languages: English.
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