Hidden Gems of Cambridge: Ghosts of the Past
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An evening of adventure for less than two coffees
Each player races on their own phone.
Full refund until you start playing · 10 stops · 1 hrs · 3.3 km
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Places you will visit
10
It will take you
47-77 mins
You will walk
4340 steps
Total distance
3.3 km
Highlights
Check out a gem Cambridge has to offer - The Mathematical Bridge on the river Cam, which connects the two shores of Queens' College
Find out the name from which originates the town named "Boston".
Walk through the rose garden dedicated to princess Diana, one of the hidden gems in Cambridge!
Bring your crew
Race to the finish.
Everyone plays on their own phone — race solo, as a couple, or with a crew of any size. First to solve every clue takes the crown.
Adventure
Your pace, no timer
Escape
Beat the clock
Plays offline at your own pace — live group races need a connection.
Final leaderboard
The mission: Your story in Cambridge, UK
Hidden Cambridge context
Look beyond the headline college views
The route begins by the Mathematical Bridge and finishes near the Cambridge Union, connecting familiar university scenery with smaller passages and places visitors often walk past. Its value is not a claim that every stop is haunted: it is a slower look at how colleges, bridges, societies and local streets overlap in a compact historic city. The “Ghosts of the Past” framing supplies the quest’s story, while the buildings and public spaces you encounter are real.
Good to know before you play
- Best during the day
- Horror & Haunts
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
Quests are more fun with friends or family. Each player who wants to play on their own phone needs their own access.
Ratings and Reviews
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Frequently asked questions
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Compare Questo vs. Guided Walking Tours
Flexibility
Regular Guided Tours
Fixed schedules & no pausing
Questo
Start, pause, and resume anytime
Privacy
Regular Guided Tours
Crowds of up to 30 strangers
Questo
Private experience for your group only
Pricing
Regular Guided Tours
$30-$40 per person
Questo
Affordable per-group pricing
Availability
Regular Guided Tours
Requires advance booking
Questo
Instant access 24/7/365
Experience
Regular Guided Tours
Passive listening to a guide
Questo
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 |
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