Chicago Chinatown: Search for the Dragon Kings Walking Tour & Escape Game
Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of Chicago’s Chinatown with this exciting walking tour and escape game.
Explore traditional and modern architecture, admire stunning Chinese American artwork, and uncover the most recommended local restaurants as you stroll the bustling streets. Your journey ends at a scenic 17-acre park along the Chicago River, offering beautiful views and the perfect conclusion to your adventure.
In this quest, the year is 1375, and China is in the grip of a severe drought. As the Emperor’s Imperial Advisor, you must find the elusive Dragon Kings, rulers of weather and water, to bring back the rains. Armed with only a scroll of clues, you will explore the streets of Chinatown, searching for the hidden powers that can save the empire.
Perfect for culture lovers, adventurers, and puzzle solvers, this self-guided tour offers an engaging mix of exploration, history, and mystery in one of Chicago’s most unique neighborhoods.
Availability:
Can be played on
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, SundayDuring these hours
Whole dayLanguages
English
Highlights
Check out the traditional and modern architecture of historical Chinatown buildings.
Stroll up and down the main streets and feel like you were transported to China.
Enjoy intricate Chinese American artwork.
Find the popular restaurants that both the locals and tourists recommend.
End the tour at a scenic 17-acre park that lines the Chicago River.
Storyline
The villagers are scared and hungry. The Emperor of China comes to you, his Imperial Advisor, to find the four Dragon Kings, rulers of the weather and water, to bring back the rains so that the crops can grow and the people prosper.
He hands you a scroll containing a series of clues to help you find the elusive Dragon Kings.
Experience's route
Starting point Chinatown Square Plaza
2133 S China Pl, Chicago, IL 60616, USAFinish point Ping Tom Memorial Park
Ping Tom Park (East), 1700 S Wentworth Ave, Chicago, IL 60616, USAPlaces you will visit
12
It will take you
48-78 mins
You will walk
4200 steps
Total distance
3.2 km
Places to visit
You will discover interesting places along the route of the experience.
Ping Tom Memorial Park
Get the Questo app and you’re all set
Download it, choose your route and just walk to the starting point.
Ratings and Reviews
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Availability:
Can be played on
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, SundayDuring these hours
Whole dayLanguages
English