Outdoor Things to Do in Canberra
Explore at your own pace with app-guided clues, puzzles, and hidden stories.
See Canberra, Australia differently with Questo's self-guided walking tours, part walking tour, part outdoor escape game, all guided by your phone. Choose from 9 quests in Canberra, including player favourites like Murder Mystery: Death in the Shadows in CBD, Canberra and Canberra Detective Mystery: Infiltrate a Secret Society!. From murder mysteries to ghost tours, there's a route for every kind of explorer. Players rate Canberra's quests 4.5 out of 5 across 59 reviews. The routes cover 84 landmarks, monuments, and hidden corners across the city. From $11.99 per quest. No tour guide, no group, no fixed schedule, just you, your phone, and the city.
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All quests in Canberra
Murder Mystery: Death in the Shadows in CBD, Canberra
2.7 km | Avg. time: 90 min
4.45 (29 reviews)A$16.99Canberra Detective Mystery: Infiltrate a Secret Society!
2.3 km | Avg. time: 90 min
4.3 (10 reviews)A$16.99Kid Quest: Solve the case of the lost senses in Canberra
1.5 km | Avg. time: 90 min
4.5 (4 reviews)A$16.99Lucky Treasure Hunt: The Golden Shamrock in Canberra
2.7 km | Avg. time: 90 min
5 (7 reviews)A$16.99Family Scavenger Hunt: Bunny vs. Fox in Canberra
2.7 km | Avg. time: 90 min
4.33 (6 reviews)A$11.99Murder Mystery: Death in the Shadows in Kingston, Canberra
2.9 km | Avg. time: 90 min
5 (3 reviews)A$16.99
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Kid Quest: Solve the case of the lost senses in Canberra
Ways to explore Canberra with Questo
One app, one type of quest — different ways to play it.
As a scavenger hunt
Solve clues and puzzles at real Canberra landmarks. Race against the clock or take it at your own pace — and bring a group to compete for a spot on the leaderboard.
See all Canberra scavenger huntsAs 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 Canberra work?
How many walking tours are available in Canberra?
Do I need to book a walking tour in Canberra in advance?
What’s a fun way to explore Canberra beyond the usual stuff?
Try a Questo walking adventure. You follow clues through places like the Parliamentary Triangle, lake foreshore, and little heritage trails. It turns sightseeing into a puzzle-hunt—more exciting than just peeking at monuments.
Are there mystery or detective-style quests here?
Yes. There’s a mystery quest in Canberra where you investigate clues across civic streets and hidden cafés. Great for mystery lovers who want to turn the city into a story.
Looking for a creative date idea in Canberra?
Walk around the lake at sunset, then dive into a quest that leads through public art and quirky alleys. Sharing clues together adds fun, laughter and discovery—all things that make a date special.
Are these quests good for families with kids?
Absolutely. The kid-friendly quests have simple, fun puzzles and engaging stories. You can pause at playgrounds, snack spots, or shade when needed. Kids usually love helping solve clues.
Will I see both beautiful landmarks and hidden gems?
Yep. Expect iconic spots like the War Memorial, Lake Burley Griffin, special sculptures, and lesser-known alleys or viewpoints that locals might overlook. Best of both worlds.
See Canberra, Australia differently with Questo's self-guided walking tours, part walking tour, part outdoor escape game, all guided by your phone. Choose from 9 quests in Canberra, including player favourites like Murder Mystery: Death in the Shadows in CBD, Canberra and Canberra Detective Mystery: Infiltrate a Secret Society!. From murder mysteries to ghost tours, there's a route for every kind of explorer. Players rate Canberra's quests 4.5 out of 5 across 59 reviews. The routes cover 84 landmarks, monuments, and hidden corners across the city. From $11.99 per quest. No tour guide, no group, no fixed schedule, just you, your phone, and the city.