Self-Guided Walking Tours in New York City
Explore at your own pace with app-guided clues, puzzles, and hidden stories.
Discover New York City through Questo's self-guided walking tours. Follow clues through the streets of Manhattan, across Brooklyn Bridge, and into the neighborhoods that make NYC unlike anywhere else. Murder mysteries, hidden history, and stories behind every block — all on your phone, at your own pace. No guide, no group, no schedule.
All quests in New York City
Murder Mystery: Death in the Shadows in Central Park, New York City
2.1 km | Avg. time: 90 min
4.59 (22 reviews)- Kids' Favorite
Kid Quest: Solve the case of the lost senses in New York City
1.9 km | Avg. time: 90 min
Easy4.64 (11 reviews) Central Park Highlights: Stolen Archives Hunt Walking Tour & Escape Game
5.1 km | Avg. time: 105 min
4.52 (42 reviews)Ghosts of Greenwich Village: Haunted Walking Tour & Escape Game in New York
4.2 km | Avg. time: 65 min
4.59 (121 reviews)- Romantic Adventure
Romantic New York: Central Park Walking Tour & Escape Game
4.8 km | Avg. time: 105 min
4.54 (78 reviews) Secret Societies of Manhattan: Magic Hunt Walking Tour & Escape Game
5.6 km | Avg. time: 106 min
4.56 (66 reviews)
What people have to say about quests in New York City?
Based on 903+ Local Reviews
Heather Shore
Murder Mystery: Death in the Shadows in Brooklyn Heights, New York City
so fun! my spouse had us do this as part of my 35th birthday celebration!!
Joe Ortiz
Murder Mystery: Death in the Shadows in Brooklyn Heights, New York City
great way to explore the city! lots of fun!
Graeme Pugh
Romantic New York: Love on the Brooklyn Bridge
Loved this quest. Great story, interesting puzzles.
N Givans
Murder Mystery: Death in the Shadows in Greenwich Village, New York City
Great murder mystery <3
Julia Aguinaldo
Traveling Through Time, the Flatiron District, New York
we stopped along other places!! great hangout stops for the future
pit20021
Kid Quest: Solve the case of the lost senses in New York City
interesting walk around Central park with your friends or family. good for kids
Louise McLeod
Vikings at the Heights: Fort Washington to Fort Tryon Quest
it was fun, informative and easy to follow.
JustBeth
Brooklyn, NY: Echoes of the Painted Streets
It was a fun and entertaining way to experience and explore the area. We did struggle a tad to find the one of the murals as the pin may have been dropped in the wrong place? Regardless, it was educational and fun!
ORblonde
Brooklyn, NY: Echoes of the Painted Streets
we had a super great time!! we even met a few others along the way who were interested in what we were doing!
Lauren Getchell
Romantic New York: Central Park Walking Tour & Escape Game
super fun for new yorkers and tourist alike!
Ditch the Boring Dates: 5 Unforgettable Missions in New York City for Couples
Skip the repetitive coffee dates. Solve clues together and explore the city.
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Discover New York City through Questo's self-guided walking tours. Follow clues through the streets of Manhattan, across Brooklyn Bridge, and into the neighborhoods that make NYC unlike anywhere else. Murder mysteries, hidden history, and stories behind every block — all on your phone, at your own pace. No guide, no group, no schedule.
About New York City
From mystery games in the historic alleys of Greenwich Village to clue-filled adventures through Central Park and along the Brooklyn Bridge, each quest blends sightseeing with immersive storytelling. You will visit Times Square, Empire State Building, Statue of Liberty, Grand Central Terminal, and hidden gems like Stone Street — all at your own pace, with no guide required.
Perfect for couples looking for an unforgettable date, families with kids, groups of friends, or solo explorers, Questo turns "things to do in New York City" into live, interactive adventures. Start anytime, pause for a slice of New York pizza or a coffee, and experience NYC's history, legends, and culture in a way you will never forget.