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The Dublin Incident: Alien, Whiskey & Clues
4.52Player rating· 502 playsA DIFFERENT WAY TO SEE THE CITY
Play at your pace · usually 75 min 4.1 km Dublin App-guided
Play in
English
The experience
About this quest
Dublin, Ireland. A peaceful morning. Just you, your garden, and a hot cup of coffee... until an alien spaceship crashes into your rose bushes. Out steps Borty, a bug-eyed, fly-like creature in a spacesuit, begging you to guide him to the Teeling Whiskey factory. Why? He won't say. But time is ticking.
Join this hilarious self-guided walking tour of Dublin's Old Town as you escort an alien through St Patrick's Cathedral, the Guinness Storehouse, Kilmainham Gaol, and the winding streets of The Liberties. Borty needs Dublin trivia for an intergalactic pub quiz. The stakes, apparently, are life and death.
One of the most unique things to do in Dublin, this Dublin city walking tour wraps real history, hidden landmarks, and genuine local charm around the most unexpected guide you'll ever meet.
What makes this quest special
Highlights
- Guide Borty the alien through Dublin's Old Town as he collects answers for an intergalactic pub quiz with very high stakes
- Visit the Teeling Whiskey Distillery, St Patrick's Cathedral, the Guinness Storehouse, and Kilmainham Gaol
- Discover the stories of Darkey Kelly's ghost, the Door of Reconciliation, the 9,000-year Guinness lease, and the 1916 Rising
- Uncover what Borty actually does for work on planet Rongwonggigglenips, and whether he makes it home in time
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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
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Get this questNo booking slot · play any dayFull refund until you start playing Played 502 times
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.
Your walk, at a glance
Dublin
A · Start
13-17 Newmarket, The Liberties, Dublin 8, D08 KD91, Irlanda
B · Finish
Inchicore Rd, Kilmainham, Dublin 8, D08 RK28, Irlanda
Start and finish only. Discover the stops as you play.
Along the way
Landmarks & Hidden Gems Included
The people behind the adventure
Created by Shane O'Reilly.
A route that brings places and playful storytelling together.
Made by Shane O'Reilly
WHAT MAKES A QUEST DIFFERENT
Your adventure, with a playful twist.
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Experience
- This quest
- Discover places through stories and clues in the app
- Guided walking tour
- Hear stories and ask a guide questions
2 / 4
Pace
- This quest
- Pause for a photo, a café or a longer look
- Guided walking tour
- Usually follows the guide’s schedule
3 / 4
Company
- This quest
- Explore with your own people or on your own
- Guided walking tour
- Private and shared group tours are available
4 / 4
Guidance
- This quest
- Directions and challenges in the Questo app
- Guided walking tour
- Live interpretation from a guide
Features and terms vary by experience. Check the details before booking.
Good to know before you play
- Difficulty level: Medium 🟡🤔
A little clarity before you go
Frequently asked questions
Is The Dublin Incident: Alien, Whiskey & Clues self-guided?
Yes. The Questo app guides you between locations without a tour guide or fixed departure. You can start when it suits you and pause if needed.
Where does The Dublin Incident: Alien, Whiskey & Clues start and finish?
It starts at Teeling Whiskey Distillery, 13-17 Newmarket, The Liberties, Dublin 8, D08 KD91, Irlanda and finishes at Kilmainham Gaol, Inchicore Rd, Kilmainham, Dublin 8, D08 RK28, Irlanda. The route is approximately 4.1 km and includes 11 location-based puzzles.
How many accesses does our group need?
This classic quest sells access per device and player. Each person who wants to solve clues on their own phone needs their own access.
What language is The Dublin Incident: Alien, Whiskey & Clues available in?
It is currently available to play in English.
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A flexible self-guided way to discover Dublin
The Dublin Incident: Alien, Whiskey & Clues is for travelers who want a private, self-guided city experience rather than joining a scheduled walking-tour group. You follow a route, solve clues and discover places at your own pace.
The route starts at Teeling Whiskey Distillery and finishes at Kilmainham Gaol over 4.1 km, with 11 challenge locations. Typical duration: 75 min; 4.1 km walking route; 11 challenge locations
Choose this for flexibility, privacy and active discovery. Choose a guided walking tour when live commentary and asking a guide questions matter more. Playable languages: English.
