Plague of London: The Doctor’s Last Hope
4.46175 Reviews436 people have played this questLondon is calling, and it’s a matter of life and death. In London’s Great Plague quest, you meet Dr. Hodges—catapulted from 1665 to the present day, searching for a cure to a devastating disease that’s wiping out his people. Confused by the modern world, he needs a guide… and that guide is you.
Step into a thrilling mix of past and present as you follow clues through London’s oldest streets, uncovering real stories of plague, survival, and hope. This isn’t just a walk—it’s a gripping, puzzle-filled journey through time.
Perfect for families and friends, this quest invites you to move, solve, and explore together—turning history into unforgettable memories. Lace up your boots and meet your ghostly companion. London’s secrets are waiting, and time is running out.
How many are playing?
Unlock · £8.49Staying a few days in London? All 15 London quests for £34.99 · pays for itself by quest #5. See the Exploration Pass →
Places you will visit
15
It will take you
72-102 mins
You will walk
3680 steps
Total distance
2.8 km
What you'll actually do
Download the Questo app and unlock the quest. Walk to St Katharine Docks Marina whenever you like · no guide, no group, no time slot.
Solve 15 puzzles hidden in the streets around you. Each one you crack unlocks the next location.
Finish at Monument to the Great Fire of London and see where you land on the London leaderboard.
Highlights
Discover details about the deadliest pandemic that London has suffered.
Get to know the amazing story of the courageous Nathaniel Hodges.
Learn about the crazy remedies that Londoners used to try to avoid getting infected.
Explore the ruined churches and ghastly churchyards still standing among the modern office buildings.
Visit London's most astonishing market hidden in the financial area.
Find out which is the City’s smallest statue.
Ratings and Reviews
175 ratings
Charlotte Sloan
Kath Davies
Andra Eftimie
Rachel Roberts
wicked questors
Made by Tour Londres
Tour Londres created this quest · the route, the puzzles and the story are theirs.
The mission: Your story in London
I come from 1665, and my people are dying of a horrible disease. No remedy exists in my century, and I even asked witches to create a magical healing potion.
Unable to help me, they threw me in the future to find a remedy. But this city is so different from mine, I need a guide to walk its streets. May you help me?”
Beat the best: Top London explorers
Good to know before you play
- Best during the day
- Best for couples
- Recommended activity for families
Frequently asked questions
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Compare Questo vs. Guided Walking Tours
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–$60 (€23–€50) per person
Questo
Transparent pricing shown before checkout
Availability
Regular Guided Tours
Requires advance booking
Questo
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–$60 (€23–€50) per person | Transparent pricing shown before checkout |
| Availability | Requires advance booking | Instant access 24/7/365 |
| Experience | Passive listening to a guide | Active gamification; you solve the mystery |
Joined by 1,000,000+ explorers worldwide
Guided tour pricing: Comprehensive Economic Analysis of Guided Tour Pricing, EU and US markets, 2026. Standard 2–3 hour group walking tours.
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Historical context
Dr Nathaniel Hodges and London’s plague year
Nathaniel Hodges was a physician who remained in London during the Great Plague of 1665 and later recorded his observations. Questo turns that historical setting into a fictional time-travel mission while the route reveals surviving churches, streets and stories. Playable languages: English, French.
