Explore Canberra.

Discover Canberra through local stories and clues hidden in the places around you. Pick a walking adventure and explore at your own pace.

Canberra

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A city walk. With a plot twist.

Don’t just visit Canberra. Play it.

Turn a walk into an adventure with the Questo app. Follow a story, explore real places and solve puzzles along the way.

Canberra
Real streets. Unexpected discoveries.

  • Find places worth noticing

    Look closer at landmarks and corners you might otherwise walk past.

  • Step into a story

    Uncover local stories or take on a fictional mission. You choose the adventure.

  • Solve it together

    Follow clues, connect the dots and share that “we got it!” moment.

Guided by the appPause when you likeYour own people
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The people behind the places

Your city has stories. Meet its storytellers.

Discover Canberra through the eyes of the people creating its quests. Their curiosity becomes your next adventure.

From an idea to a quest you can play
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Quests are reviewed and play-tested before they become paid experiences.

Your city. Your stories. Someone’s next adventure.

Know a corner of Canberra worth discovering? Build a quest, earn when people play, and help turn your city into a playground.

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Questo City Stories Index

Canberra, measured on foot.

Explore its stories, places and walking data, and see how Canberra compares with other cities.

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A walk with a plot twist

Look up.
Lean in.
Play along.

Find a quest. Follow clues in the app. Discover the city as you play.

  1. 1

    Choose your quest

    Pick a city, a story and your language.

  2. 2

    Explore and solve

    Follow the app. Find clues in the streets.

  3. 3

    Go at your pace

    Stop for coffee. Pick up where you left off.

A taste of the challenge
01 / Word riddle

Name the creature.

I’m a majestic beast, swift and bold,
In fields of green, my tale unfolds.

A noble creature, with hooves that prance,
A symbol of freedom in every glance.

I can move swiftly, by day or night,
Chasing the wind, my spirit takes flight.

Though I may be pure, like snow, of course,
Can you guess what I am with my grace and force?

A sample game riddle. City exploration quests also reveal real places and local stories.

Before you head out

Your Canberra questions.

What can I do in Canberra with Questo?
Browse outdoor city games built around Canberra. Each quest has its own route and story: follow clues, solve puzzles, and discover the city as you play.
How many outdoor city games are available in Canberra?
Questo currently lists 10 outdoor city games in Canberra. Browse the collection to compare stories, routes, and access options.
Is there a murder mystery game in Canberra?
Yes. Questo has murder mystery quests set on the real streets of Canberra: follow the clues, question the evidence, and solve the case at your own pace. No actors, no booking, start whenever you like.
Is there a scavenger hunt in Canberra?
Yes. Questo's scavenger and treasure hunts take you across Canberra clue by clue, from famous landmarks to hidden corners. Play solo or as a team, starting whenever you like.
Do I need to book an activity in Canberra in advance?
Most Questo quests can be started when you are ready. Select a quest to check its route and access options before you play.
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.

About the destination

About Canberra

In Canberra, Questo turns a walk through Australia into a self-guided city game. Pick one of 11 active Questo quests, follow clues on your phone, solve puzzles, and unlock a story as you move from stop to stop. There is no guide to meet and no fixed start time, so you can begin when the day works for you. Canberra works well for travelers who want more than a checklist of sights. Each quest gives you a route, a reason to look closer, and small challenges that make the city feel interactive. Use the game to notice side streets, public squares, local stories, and the details that are easy to miss on a normal walk. It suits couples, families, groups of friends, and solo explorers who like flexible outdoor activities. Choose a focused set of city games, pause whenever you want, and turn time in Canberra into a walk with a plot.
Your Canberra story starts outside.Let’s explore.

Your next story starts outside.

Your next adventure is an app away.

Get the Questo app. Pick a quest, follow the clues and make the city your playground.

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