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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
This loop starts and ends at Science Gallery Dublin, covering about 3 km in roughly an hour via Sweny's Pharmacy, Oscar Wilde House and the School of Chemistry. Science and medicine fans, students and curious families get a fresh angle on the city's history. Anyone wanting an evening stroll or a guide to question should pick something else, as this route is meant for daylight.
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 teach kids facts about Dublin?
Yes, for curious school-age children. Along the route they hear lesser-known facts about historic places, including the story of the first Irishman to cross Africa and Lady Wilde's mystery illness. They also solve a puzzle at each stop. Very young children may lose interest in the science and medicine theme.
Does the walk pass where Oscar Wilde lived?
Yes. The route includes stops at Oscar Wilde House and the nearby Oscar Wilde Memorial, and the app tells the story of Lady Wilde's mystery illness along the way. These sit alongside the quest's other science and medicine stops, such as Sweny's Pharmacy and the Dublin Dental University Hospital.
Where does the science walk start and finish?
It starts and finishes at Science Gallery Dublin, so you end up back where you began. In between you visit stops including The Little Museum of Dublin, The Royal Irish Academy, the National Museum of Ireland and the School of Chemistry.
How long does it take, and do we need to book a time?
Plan for about an hour to walk around 3 km and solve the puzzles. There is no time slot to book. You start whenever you like on your phone, and you can pause and carry on later. One ticket covers your whole group.
When is the best time to play?
Play in daylight, as the quest is not recommended at night. To avoid large crowds around the stops, go on a weekday during working hours. That makes it easier to stand and look at each place while you work out the puzzles.
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.
