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City exploration game
New Orleans: City Park Adventure
4.71Player rating· 401 playsA DIFFERENT WAY TO SEE THE CITY
Play at your pace · usually 106 min 3.5 km New Orleans App-guided
Play in
English
The experience
About this quest
Stroll beneath the ancient live oaks of New Orleans City Park, one of the largest urban parks in the United States.
Discover the park's layered past, from its plantation-era origins to its eclectic present as home to a world-class sculpture garden, a 1906 antique carousel, a children's fairytale village, and oaks more than 800 years old. Solve clues woven into a story as imaginative as the city itself, and uncover the history behind Storyland, the Peristyle, the McDonogh Oak, and the New Orleans Museum of Art.
What makes this quest special
Highlights
- Stand before the 800-year-old McDonogh Oak, one of City Park's oldest living treasures
- Explore the Sydney and Walda Besthoff Sculpture Garden, among the finest in the country
- Discover the Peristyle, a 1907 neoclassical dance pavilion that once anchored park social life
- Encounter the Singing Oak and learn how its wind chimes are tuned to the roots of New Orleans music
From people who played this quest
Good times. In their words.
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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
How many are playing?
Get this questNo booking slot · play any dayFull refund until you start playing Played 401 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
New Orleans
A · Start
2 Roosevelt Mall, New Orleans, LA 70119, USA
B · Finish
New Orleans, LA 70119, United States
Start and finish only. Discover the stops as you play.
Along the way
Landmarks & Hidden Gems Included
The people behind the adventure
Created by Kristy Christiansen.
A route that brings places and playful storytelling together.
Made by Kristy Christiansen
WHAT MAKES A QUEST DIFFERENT
Your adventure, with a playful twist.
1 / 4
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
- Don’t enter the places, not part of the experience
- Kids under 12 should be guided by their parents
A little clarity before you go
Frequently asked questions
What’s the vibe of this quest?
You ride the streetcar to City Park thinking you’ll get some peace under ancient oaks, but something’s up — vines creeping, Big Lake overflowing. You spend your time solving clues, uncovering hidden art, and exploring the park’s history (from plantation days to sculpture gardens).
Who is this great for?
Perfect for:
couples wanting a romantic escape from city noise,
tourists who love nature + art + history mixed in,
families (especially with older kids) who like mixing walking + exploring.
How much time and walking is involved?
Expect to spend about 90-120 minutes, walking ~3.5 km, which is about 4,600 steps. Not rushed, plenty of time to stop and enjoy views.
What highlights will we see in the park?
You’ll pass by:
McDonogh Oak (has crazy old-tree energy),
Botanical Garden,
Sculpture art by Enrique Alférez,
Roosevelt Mall, and various hidden corners with stories.
Is this a good date idea?
Yes! Walking among live oaks, solving gentle puzzles, stopping by art installations — feels intimate and special without the pressure of a formal plan.
Is New Orleans: City Park Adventure 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 New Orleans: City Park Adventure start and finish?
It starts at Roosevelt Mall, New Orleans, 2 Roosevelt Mall, New Orleans, LA 70119, USA and finishes at The Singing Oak, New Orleans, LA 70119, United States. The route is approximately 3.5 km and includes 13 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 New Orleans: City Park Adventure available in?
It is currently available to play in English.
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New Orleans City Park context
A public landscape of oaks, art and storybook spaces
New Orleans City Park developed around a landscape of live oaks and waterways and now includes art, gardens and family attractions. Storyland opened in 1956 with large scenes based on familiar nursery rhymes and fairy tales. This quest turns the park’s real storybook environment into a fictional magical journey without treating its invented characters as park history. Playable languages: English.
