Medieval Norwich Walking Tour: A Stranger Escape Game
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⏱️ Total Flexibility: Start, pause, and resume whenever you want.
🧩 Gamified Discovery: Solve 13 location-based puzzles to unlock hidden stories and secret spots.
📍 Starting Point: The Halls, The Halls, St Andrew's Plain, Norwich NR3 1AU, UK
🛡️ Free Cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours before your planned start for a full refund.
🌐 Available In: 🇬🇧 English
Places you will visit
13
It will take you
85-115 mins
You will walk
4200 steps
Total distance
3.2 km
Route you will explore
Starting point The Halls
The Halls, St Andrew's Plain, Norwich NR3 1AU, UKFinish point Strangers' Hall
4 Charing Cross, Norwich NR2 4AL, UKAbout this quest
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.
What to Expect
This self-guided walking tour in Norwich combines exploration, storytelling, and puzzle-solving into one unique experience. As you navigate through the city, you will discover 13 carefully selected locations, each revealing a piece of the story.
The entire quest takes approximately 6000 minutes to complete and covers 3.2km on foot. You will move at your own pace, with the freedom to pause whenever you want to take photos, grab a coffee, or simply soak in the atmosphere.
Each location features a challenge or puzzle that unlocks the next chapter of your story. These challenges are designed to be fun and engaging while teaching you about the history, culture, and hidden gems of Norwich.
No tour guide needed – your smartphone becomes your guide. The Questo app provides directions, shares stories, and presents challenges along the way.
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
The mission: Your story in Norwich
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.
Landmarks & Hidden Gems Included
Erpingham Gate
Tombland Alley
Elm Hill
- We recommend not playing at night
- Route may be affected by temporary ongoing construction work
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 fully 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
While you can play solo, quests are more fun with friends or family. One ticket works for a group.
Important Information
Duration
Approximately 6000 minutes
Distance
3.2km walking
Group Size
Unlimited
Difficulty
Easy to Moderate
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible (stairs and uneven surfaces)
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your scheduled start time
Need to Know Before Booking
- •You will need the Questo app on your smartphone (iOS or Android)
- •Each ticket can be used by a group (share one device or play separately)
- •Internet connection required to download the quest initially
- •Once downloaded, you can play offline if needed
Ratings and Reviews
242 ratings
Beat the best: Top Norwich explorers
Compare Questo vs. Guided Walking Tours
| 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 |
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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.
