Medieval Norwich Walking Tour: A Stranger Escape Game
Medieval Norwich Walking Tour: A Stranger Escape Game
Norwich, 1580. You’ve just stepped onto unfamiliar cobblestones, a Stranger in a foreign land, seeking safety and purpose.
As a skilled weaver from the Low Countries, your future begins here—but first, you must find your way through the city’s winding lanes. With only a note in your pocket and distant voices guiding you, uncover Norwich’s medieval secrets, solve clever puzzles, and follow clues that lead to safety… or something else. Walk, explore, and feel history come alive with every step.
This is more than a game - it’s a shared adventure through time, perfect to experience with a friend or loved one. Lace up your boots—your escape begins now.
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Highlights
See the famous Norwich Cathedral and Norwich Castle
Discover some of the city's grisliest stories
Find out how the Strangers helped shape Norwich into what it is today
Storyline
Your friends, fellow Strangers, have sent you an address where you'll find safe lodgings. Before you get there, you want to visit a number of important locations on the way, and register with the authorities. You will also need to solve some challenges at each point.
Places you will visit
13
It will take you
85-115 mins
You will walk
4200 steps
Total distance
3.2 km
Experience's route
Starting point The Halls
The Halls, St Andrew's Plain, Norwich NR3 1AU, UKFinish point Strangers' Hall
4 Charing Cross, Norwich NR2 4AL, UKPlaces to visit
You will discover interesting places along the route of the experience.
Erpingham Gate
Tombland Alley
Elm Hill
- We recommend not playing at night
- Route may be affected by temporary ongoing construction work
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Ratings and Reviews
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How to play Questo?
Walk, Solve & Explore the Real World
Download the Questo app, pick your self-guided adventure, and start exploring. Follow clues, solve puzzles, and unlock hidden stories as you discover new locations—all at your own pace.
Visit cities with Walking Tour Quests
For your next trip, explore by going on a walking tour quest without a guide. Enjoy the flexibility of starting and stopping the experience whenever you want, without the fear of missing out on the best places to visit or the best stories to learn.
Make Your Date Unforgettable
Turn an ordinary date into an adventure for two. Stroll through scenic streets, solve puzzles together, and share memorable moments. Perfect for couples, first dates, or even proposals.
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Frequently asked questions
What’s the story here?
It’s 1580. You’re a weaver from the Low Countries—“The Strangers”—who’s just arrived in Norwich. With a note in your pocket and voices calling you from dark alleys, you need to navigate the city’s winding medieval streets, solve puzzles, and make it safely to Strangers’ Hall.
How long will this adventure take, and how much walking?
Expect to spend ~85–115 minutes, walking about 3.2 km (~4,200 steps). Enough time to soak up the history without feeling rushed.
Is it good for a date?
Absolutely. The setting is atmospheric—old streets, candlelike lamps (in photos at least), hidden passages. It’s one of those walks you’ll remember together.
How about for friends or exploring with a pal?
Perfect. Share the clues, tease each other when someone misses a step, compare theories. It’s fun, social, and keeps you moving through scenic and historic spots.
Is it family-friendly? Can kids do it?
Yes to older kids who like mystery and stories. The riddles are clever but reasonable. Might be tricky with very young ones, especially later in the day.
Do I need any guide or someone to meet with at the start?
Nope. You just show up at “The Halls, St Andrew’s Plain” to start. Everything’s self-guided—clues, map, puzzles—all on your phone.
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