Rats! A Cat’s Quest Through Lincoln Park, Chicago
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🧩 Gamified Discovery: Solve 15 location-based puzzles to unlock hidden stories and secret spots.
📍 Starting Point: Former Reebie Storage Warehouse, 2321 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60614, USA
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🌐 Available In: 🇬🇧 English
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Places you will visit
15
It will take you
86-116 mins
You will walk
6300 steps
Total distance
4.8 km
Route you will explore
Starting point Former Reebie Storage Warehouse
2321 N Clark St, Chicago, IL 60614, USAFinish point Wooden Alley
1529 N State Pkwy, Chicago, IL 60610, USAAbout this quest
Welcome to Lincoln Park, where the shadows of Old Town hide more than just squirrels.
You are Knifepaw, the fiercest feline prowler in the city, and your turf has just been breached by an audacious rat on the run. As the sun sets over the gardens and cobblestone streets, your hunt begins. With help from a few furry friends—each with their own secrets—you’ll follow real-world clues, solve puzzles, and uncover the rodent’s trail through Chicago’s most charming corners.
This walking quest is a fun and clever outdoor adventure for friends, families, and animal lovers alike. Lace up your paws—it’s time to defend your domain!
Highlights
In a mere 5km jaunt, you will find:Wizard of Oz characters welded out of spare car parts. The delicious aroma of Spanish tapas.
A Buddhist temple founded in the wake of Japanese internment.The first-ever LGBTQ rights organization in the country.
And quiet alleyways that harken back to a bygone era.This city has so much to offer. And it welcomes you!
The mission: Your story in Chicago
Step into the world of Knifepaw - vermin hunter extraordinaire, and feral defender of Lincoln Park and Old Town! Your territory has been invaded by a hapless rodent, but you are hot on their tail as they flee the scene.
But with the help of some of the neighborhood's helpful animal compatriots, you will vanquish this rat from your realm forever!
Landmarks & Hidden Gems Included
Wooden Alley
Midwest Buddhist Temple
Oz Park
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
While you can play solo, quests are more fun with friends or family. One ticket works for a group.
Ratings and Reviews
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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
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Affordable per-group pricing
Availability
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Requires advance booking
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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 |
