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City exploration game
Dublin SciFi: The Sentinel Conspiracy
4.3Player rating
A DIFFERENT WAY TO SEE THE CITY
Play at your pace · usually 56 min 3 km Dublin App-guided
Play in
English
The experience
About this quest
Discover Dublin's connections and contributions to science and medicine, from history right through to the present day.
Learn more about Lady Wilde's mystery illness, why Dublin's School of Chemistry might be on to something huge with hydrogen power, and hear the daring tale of the first-ever Irishman to cross Africa!
That's all while solving puzzling challenges and discovering lesser-known facts about historic locations. Jump in!
Learn more about Lady Wilde's mystery illness, why Dublin's School of Chemistry might be on to something huge with hydrogen power, and hear the daring tale of the first-ever Irishman to cross Africa!
That's all while solving puzzling challenges and discovering lesser-known facts about historic locations. Jump in!
Is this for you?
Who it's for
Science and medicine fans, students and curious families get a different angle on Dublin over about 3 km, from Science Gallery Dublin to The Little Museum of Dublin. Along the way come Lady Wilde's mystery illness, hydrogen research at the School of Chemistry and puzzles set in real places, all in around 90 minutes. If you want a live guide to question, or an evening walk, pick something else.
What makes this quest special
Highlights
See where science and art truly collide in Dublin.
Learn lesser-known facts about Dublin’s scientific past, present and future.
Be surprised by the curious pharmacy which has survived in its original condition since 1847!
Stand in the spot where the largest international event in Dublin’s known history took place!
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From your phone to the streets
A walk that turns into an adventure.
- 1
Open the app. You’re on your way.
Choose your pass, then open your quest in the Questo app. It guides you from the starting point.
- 2
Get outside. Follow your curiosity.
Discover real places and their stories on foot. Stop for a coffee or a photo, then pick up where you left off.
- 3
Crack a clue. Share a little victory.
Look around for answers, solve puzzles and enjoy the “we got it!” moments.
CHOOSE YOUR PASS
How many are playing?
Get this questNo booking slot · play any dayFull refund until you start playing
BRING YOUR WHOLE GROUP
One city. Rival teams. Great stories together.
A school trip, a team day or friends out together. Turn your next outing into a little friendly competition.
Everyone for themselves
One player per phone. Solve clues on your own and race for the top spot on the final leaderboard.
Can a team share one phone?
Yes. Play together on one phone per team, or use your own phones and join the same team in the app. We recommend your own phones so everyone can take part.
Your walk, at a glance
Dublin
A · Start
Dublin, Co. Dublin, Ireland
B · Finish
15 St Stephen's Green, Dublin 2, D02 Y066, Ireland
Start and finish only. Discover the stops as you play.
Along the way
Landmarks & Hidden Gems Included
WHAT MAKES A QUEST DIFFERENT
Your adventure, with a playful twist.
1 / 4
Experience
- This quest
- Discover places through stories and clues in the app
- Guided walking tour
- Hear stories and ask a guide questions
2 / 4
Pace
- This quest
- Pause for a photo, a café or a longer look
- Guided walking tour
- Usually follows the guide’s schedule
3 / 4
Company
- This quest
- Explore with your own people or on your own
- Guided walking tour
- Private and shared group tours are available
4 / 4
Guidance
- This quest
- Directions and challenges in the Questo app
- Guided walking tour
- Live interpretation from a guide
Features and terms vary by experience. Check the details before booking.
Good to know before you play
- We recommend not playing at night
- Play on weekdays during working hours to avoid large crowds
A little clarity before you go
Frequently asked questions
Is this a good way to learn facts about Dublin with kids?
Yes, for curious families. Each stop comes with lesser-known facts about a historic place and a puzzle to solve in what is in front of you, from a dental hospital to an old pharmacy. It suits children old enough to follow a story and enjoy puzzles over about 3 km of walking.
Does the walk include where Oscar Wilde lived?
The route stops at Oscar Wilde House and then The Oscar Wilde Memorial, in the middle of the walk after Sweny's Pharmacy. It also tells the story of Lady Wilde's mystery illness, tying the Wilde family into the walk's science and medicine theme.
Where does the quest start and finish?
It starts at Science Gallery Dublin and finishes at The Little Museum of Dublin, so it does not return to the start. In between you pass the School of Chemistry, Dublin Dental University Hospital, Sweny's Pharmacy, Oscar Wilde House, the National Museum of Ireland and The Royal Irish Academy.
How long does it take, and can we pause?
Most players take around 90 minutes, including walking and puzzles, over about 3 km. There is no set start time and no guide to keep pace with, so you can pause for a coffee or a museum visit and continue later from where you stopped.
Can we play as a group, and when is the best time to go?
Yes, one ticket covers the whole group playing together. You start whenever you like, with no time slot to book. Playing at night is not recommended, and weekdays during working hours are the best choice for avoiding large crowds along the route.
Is Dublin SciFi: The Sentinel Conspiracy self-guided?
Yes. The Questo app guides you between locations without a tour guide or fixed departure. You can start when it suits you and pause if needed.
Where does Dublin SciFi: The Sentinel Conspiracy start and finish?
It starts at Science Gallery Dublin, Dublin, Co. Dublin, Ireland and finishes at The Little Museum of Dublin, 15 St Stephen's Green, Dublin 2, D02 Y066, Ireland. The route is approximately 3 km and includes 10 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.
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Explore Dublin through sciFi
Dublin SciFi: The Sentinel Conspiracy is a self-guided story walk in Dublin, designed for travelers who want history and local culture. Its story centers on SciFi.
The route starts at Science Gallery Dublin and finishes at The Little Museum of Dublin over 3 km, with 10 challenge locations. The page specifically identifies The Oscar Wilde Monument, Oscar Wilde House and The Little Museum of Dublin along the experience. Practical fit: 3 km route; Typical duration: 56 minutes; 10 location-based challenges; Playable in English.
Choose this for a self-guided story and puzzle route. Choose a guided walking tour when live commentary and asking a guide questions matter more. Playable languages: English.
