The Lost Emerald of Cartagena
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Made for this city by a local creator, with a real-world challenge at every stop.
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About this quest
Along the way, learn about Cartagena’s treasure fleets, colonial trade, and hidden corners of the old port as you uncover a smuggling plot before the jewel disappears into the harbor.
What makes this quest special
Highlights
Investigate a jewel theft through Cartagena’s historic walled city Explore iconic sites like Plaza de Santo Domingo, Catedral de Santa Catalina, and the Clock Tower Visit the Museo del Oro Zenú and uncover how a priceless emerald vanished Follow clues through plazas, churches, and harbor gates before the smugglers escape
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Your walk, at a glance
Cartagena
Centro histórico, Playa de la Artilleria, El Centro, Cartagena de Indias, Bolívar, Colombia
Boca del Puente, El Centro, Cartagena de Indias, Bolívar, Colombia
Start and finish only. Discover the stops as you play.
From your phone to the streets
Pick it. Open it. Play.
- 01
Choose your access
Check the player and phone options for your group.
- 02
Open the Questo app
Follow your purchase instructions to access the quest.
- 03
Head to the start
Follow the clues and let the adventure unfold.
Choose your way to play
Explore at your own pace.
| Experience | This quest | Guided walking tour |
|---|---|---|
| Experience | Discover places through stories and clues in the app | Hear stories and ask a guide questions |
| Pace | Pause for a photo, a café or a longer look | Usually follows the guide’s schedule |
| Company | Explore with your own people or on your own | Private and shared group tours are available |
| Guidance | Directions and challenges in the Questo app | Live interpretation from a guide |
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Plan your day
Good to know before you play
- Walking distance
- 1.2 km
- Playing time
- Play at your pace · usually 49 min
- Languages
- EN · ES
- Step Into the Story
- This quest features interactive puzzles you’ll solve in the real world.
- Difficulty level: Easy 🟢😊
The people behind the adventure
Created by Ryan Taylor.
A route that brings places and playful storytelling together.
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HISTORY AND CULTURE IN CARTAGENA
A history-led way to explore Cartagena
The Lost Emerald of Cartagena is for visitors who want more context than a casual walk, but more freedom than a scheduled guided tour. The quest uses a route through Cartagena to connect clues, places and stories.
The route starts at Baluarte de Santo Domingo and finishes at Torre del Reloj over 1.2 km, with 10 challenge locations. Typical duration: 49 min; 1.2 km walking route; 10 challenge locations
Choose this for active, private discovery at your pace. Choose a guided historical tour or museum when expert live interpretation or curated exhibits matter more. Playable languages: English, Spanish.
