Philadelphia Old Town: Solve the Case
You will meander through quaint Old City streets while using clues and solving puzzles to learn the history and origins of Philly’s most celebrated sites.
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An evening of adventure for less than two coffees
Each player races on their own phone.
Full refund until you start playing · 13 stops · 1–2 hrs · 5 km
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Places you will visit
13
It will take you
71-101 mins
You will walk
6570 steps
Total distance
5 km
Highlights
Tour cobblestoned streets and burial grounds in one of America’s most haunted cities.
Adventure through Philadelphia’s sprawling, photo-worthy Independence Mall, where the country’s founding documents were penned.
Learn about Philly’s charm and crime, while blending into the city bustle in Old Town and Chinatown.
Bring your crew
Race to the finish.
Everyone plays on their own phone — race solo, as a couple, or with a crew of any size. First to solve every clue takes the crown.
Adventure
Your pace, no timer
Escape
Beat the clock
Plays offline at your own pace — live group races need a connection.
Final leaderboard
The mission: Your story in Philadelphia
Ms. Desmond isn’t sure if Jack was kidnapped, harmed, or worse, but she does suspect foul play. Now it's your job to search the city looking for clues to follow Jack’s trail.
Old City context
Markets, meeting places and the streets of early Philadelphia
Old City contains landmarks from Philadelphia’s colonial and early national periods, but it was also a lived commercial neighborhood of markets, workshops, homes and gathering places. This quest uses those real streets as the setting for a missing-person investigation. The case, family and clues are fictional; the route offers the historical texture behind the story.
Good to know before you play
- Best during the day
- Best for couples
- Recommended activity for families
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
Quests are more fun with friends or family. Each player who wants to play on their own phone needs their own access.
Ratings and Reviews
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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-$40 per person
Questo
Affordable per-group pricing
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-$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 |
