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OUTDOOR MURDER MYSTERY
Canberra Detective Mystery: Infiltrate a Secret Society!
4.36Player rating
THE CITY IS YOUR CRIME SCENE
Play at your pace · usually 90 min 2.3 km Canberra App-guided
Play in
English
CASE #04 / YOUR MISSION
Your city. Your suspects.
Your case to crack.
- Real streets
- Fictional crime
- App-guided play
CONFIDENTIAL / CASE BRIEFING
The story starts here.
Enter the covert world of "The President's Conspiracy," where you are tasked with exposing The Kingmakers—a secret society that has manipulated world leaders and orchestrated global events from the shadows for centuries. A whistleblower has come forward with alarming information, thrusting you into a high-stakes game of deceit.
Your mission: stay one step ahead, decode the secrets, and unravel the conspiracy before their next grand scheme is unleashed.
Will you be the one to expose the truth and save the world from an invisible tyranny?
Oh... and don't forget to say thank you...
Is this for you?
Who it's for
Friends, couples and families with teens who enjoy escape rooms and murder mysteries get a case to crack around Civic, decoding clues about a secret society called The Kingmakers at stops from Civic Square to Glebe Park Rotunda and the Canberra Carousel. Allow around 100 minutes for the 2.3 km walk. If you want a live host running the game, or have young children who won't follow a conspiracy plot, choose something else.
What makes this quest special
Highlights
🕵🏻♂️ Uncover a Global Conspiracy – Step into a world where nothing is as it seems and unravel the plots of The Kingmakers.
🧠 Outwit Advanced AI Schemes – Challenge your intellect by decoding cryptic messages and exposing the AI's hidden agenda.
🌐 Embark on a Covert Mission – Engage in a high-stakes quest to discover a secretive power scheme that's been shaping history from the shadows.
👥 Perfect for Thrill-Seekers and Puzzle Lovers – Whether you’re on a daring solo mission or teaming up with friends, this adventure is designed to test your detective skills to the max.
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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
Canberra
A · Start
240 City Walk, Canberra ACT 2601, Australia
B · Finish
City Walk Surgery, 39 Ainslie Pl, Canberra ACT 2601, Australia
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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- Escape room
- 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 this like a secret society escape room?
It has the same appeal of cracking codes and exposing a conspiracy, but it is played outdoors on your phone. The app leads you between real places in central Canberra and sets puzzles in what is in front of you. There is no booked room, so you start whenever you like.
Where does the game start and finish?
It starts at The Other Side of Midnight PublicART and the route is a loop of about 2.3 km through Civic Square, Glebe Park and Poets' Corner. It finishes at the Canberra Times Fountain, after passing the Canberra Carousel.
How long does it take?
Most players take around 100 minutes, so plan for close to two hours including the walking and the puzzles. You can pause the game and carry on later if you want a coffee break along the way.
Can we play as a group?
Yes. One ticket covers the whole group playing together, which suits friends, couples and families with teens who want to solve the mystery side by side.
Do we need to book a time slot?
No. It is a self-guided game with no group to join and no guide, so you can start any time that suits you, whether today or at the weekend.
Want a sneaky, suspense-filled outing tonight?
Absolutely. The President’s Conspiracy in Canberra lets you roam Civic Square, Parliament, and hidden streets while you dig up clues about a shadowy secret society. Perfect for evening walks when city lights make everything feel more intense.
Is this good for a date that’s not just dinner?
Totally. Hold hands while sneaking between monuments, whisper theories when solving puzzles, and end up having coffee near the war memorial. It’s a quest that adds mystery + chemistry to a normal date.
I’ve got kids who love adventures—will this work?
Yes, if they like riddles and stories. The quest mixes clues and intrigue without being too scary. And since you can go at your own pace, you can stop for ice cream, playgrounds, or snack breaks anytime.
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A Canberra investigation for players who prefer clues to a standard walk
Canberra Detective Mystery: Infiltrate a Secret Society! turns Canberra into an outdoor detective game for mystery and escape-game fans. Its story centers on Detective Mystery.
Players move from The Other Side of Midnight PublicART to Canberra Times Fountain on a 2.3 km route that contains 12 challenge locations. Practical fit: 2.3 km route; 12 location-based challenges; Playable in English.
This moves the investigation outdoors and across real streets; an escape room is the stronger choice for a contained set and timed indoor session. Playable languages: English.
Up to 2 playersChange pass
Get this quest · A$30.99
