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Traveling Through Time, the Flatiron District, New York

Traveling Through Time, the Flatiron District, New York

Embark on an exciting adventure through the rich history of New York City, all while admiring its striking, diverse architecture. Your phone will be your trusty time-travel device, guiding you from the 19th-century Gilded Age New York to the modern-day cityscape of towering skyscrapers. Get ready to venture off the beaten path, exploring the intriguing Flatiron and Gramercy neighborhoods. 

Admire iconic sights like the Flatiron Building and uncover the hidden charm of the Gramercy neighborhood, a rare gem that few tourists have the opportunity to see.

⚡ Instant🛡 Money-back⏱ 1–2 hrs🧩 15 puzzles
🌐 Play in 🇬🇧 English
Top rated4.7330 reviews
$9.99

per player · one-time · yours forever

An evening of adventure for less than two coffees

How many players?
1

Each player races on their own phone.

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Full refund until you start playing · 15 stops · 1–2 hrs · 3.5 km

Staying a few days in New York City? All 12 New York City quests for $39.99 — pays for itself by quest #5. See the City Pass

Places you will visit

15

It will take you

81-111 mins

You will walk

4600 steps

Total distance

3.5 km

Highlights

  • Learn what the Flatiron Building and flying skirts have in common

  • Discover Manhattan's only private park

  • Find a gravesite in the middle of Broadway

  • Spot three buildings that were once the tallest in the world

  • Hear the tragic tale of a famous architect, a young beauty, a jealous husband and the 'trial of the century'

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.

Invite your whole crew — 2 friends or 200, split into teams.

Adventure

Your pace, no timer

Escape

Beat the clock

Plays offline at your own pace — live group races need a connection.

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The mission: Your story in New York City

It's the year 2520. The time travel machine has been in use for at least several decades, but it was bulky and hard to use. To time travel, one had to be assisted by specialists, and there was a long wait period.

TT Technology has advanced, and finally, there is a personal portable Time Travel Device - TTD - that can fit into your hand, much like a mobile phone. This invention is still very new and needs to be tested. 

You work for a Time-Travel Technology company, and your job is to test the new TTD in the field.

Good to know before you play

  • Audio Stories
  • Family friendly
  • Fun to do as a couple
  • Route open 24/7 but better during daylight hours

Tips & Recommendations

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Wear Comfortable Shoes

You will be walking throughout the city, so comfortable footwear is essential for enjoying the experience.

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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.

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Check the Weather

This is an outdoor activity. Bring an umbrella or sunscreen depending on the forecast.

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Bring a Camera

You will discover photogenic locations and hidden gems perfect for capturing memories.

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Stay Hydrated

Bring water, especially during warmer months or longer quests.

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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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Martin Mc Ginn

18 Feb 2026
Thoroughly enjoyable and compact. Instructions clear and easy to follow.

DanandSam

25 Dec 2025

Graeme Pugh

10 Oct 2025

rww

08 Aug 2025

Julia Aguinaldo

02 Jun 2025
we stopped along other places!! great hangout stops for the future

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Created by
Iren Gurarye

My name is Iren, and I want to welcome you to New York! I'm a professional New York City tour guide and an avid storyteller. I enjoy wrapping New York's multilayered, complicated history into stories that make the city come alive. I'm in love with New York's energy and rhythm and am always amazed at its many feels and faces. Besides being a guide and a writer, I also dance swing: the dance born here in the 1920s and set to jazz - the best soundtrack for New York City.

Frequently asked questions

Is Traveling Through Time, the Flatiron District, New York self-guided?
Yes. The Questo app guides you between locations without a tour guide or fixed departure. Start when it suits you and pause if needed.
Where does Traveling Through Time, the Flatiron District, New York start and finish?
It starts at Union Square Drinking Fountain — 21 Union Square W, New York, NY 10003, USA and finishes at Fifth Avenue Building Clock — 200 5th Ave, New York, NY 10010, USA. The route is approximately 3.5 km and includes 15 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 Traveling Through Time, the Flatiron District, New York available in?
It is currently available to play in English.

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