London LGBTQ: Detective Mystery
🔒 Instant Access: Book now and start immediately. No need to wait for a guide.
⏱️ Total Flexibility: Start, pause, and resume whenever you want.
🧩 Gamified Discovery: Solve 15 location-based puzzles to unlock hidden stories and secret spots.
📍 Starting Point: Trafalgar Square, Trafalgar Square, Charing Cross, London WC2N 5HR, UK
🛡️ Free Cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours before your planned start for a full refund.
🌐 Available In: 🇬🇧 English 🇪🇸 Español
Places you will visit
15
It will take you
53-83 mins
You will walk
3940 steps
Total distance
3 km
Route you will explore
Starting point Trafalgar Square
Trafalgar Square, Charing Cross, London WC2N 5HR, UKFinish point Le Meridien Hotel
19 Piccadilly, Mayfair, London W1J 0LA, UKAbout this quest
Ready? Let’s dive into the very soul of London’s real queer community.
What to Expect
This self-guided walking tour in London combines exploration, storytelling, and puzzle-solving into one unique experience. As you navigate through the city, you will discover 15 carefully selected locations, each revealing a piece of the story.
The entire quest takes approximately 4080 minutes to complete and covers 3km on foot. You will move at your own pace, with the freedom to pause whenever you want to take photos, grab a coffee, or simply soak in the atmosphere.
Each location features a challenge or puzzle that unlocks the next chapter of your story. These challenges are designed to be fun and engaging while teaching you about the history, culture, and hidden gems of London.
No tour guide needed – your smartphone becomes your guide. The Questo app provides directions, shares stories, and presents challenges along the way.
Highlights
Find out the LGBT anecdotes behind Trafalgar Square, Covent Garden Piazza and Piccadilly Circus.
Be shocked by the macabre story of "Jack the Ripper of Soho"
Discover the LGBT history of the Royal Family.
Be amazed by the witty ways the LGBT community used to flirt back when homosexuality was a crime.
Learn about the LGBT historical discrimination and what milestones have marked the fight for equal rights and laws that exist in England today.
The mission: Your story in London
As you walk the streets of Soho to pursue your investigation, your renowned sense of observation strikes. You barely arrived here, and you already have a “tail”. Who is this strange man following you?
This case already seems dangerous, exciting, and hard to crack.
Are you up for the challenge?
Landmarks & Hidden Gems Included
Trafalgar Square in London
Chinatown London
The National Gallery of London
The Royal Opera House
About the London Transport Museum
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 fully 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.
Important Information
Duration
Approximately 4080 minutes
Distance
3km walking
Group Size
Unlimited
Difficulty
Easy to Moderate
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible (stairs and uneven surfaces)
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your scheduled start time
Need to Know Before Booking
- •You will need the Questo app on your smartphone (iOS or Android)
- •Each ticket can be used by a group (share one device or play separately)
- •Internet connection required to download the quest initially
- •Once downloaded, you can play offline if needed
Ratings and Reviews
109 ratings
Beat the best: Top London explorers
Compare Questo vs. Guided Walking Tours
| 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 |
