Aberdeen Culture Quest
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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: Mercat Cross, Marischal St, Castle St, Aberdeen AB11 5BB, 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
75-105 mins
You will walk
3940 steps
Total distance
3 km
Route you will explore
Starting point Mercat Cross
Marischal St, Castle St, Aberdeen AB11 5BB, UKFinish point Maritime Museum
Shiprow, Aberdeen AB11 5BY, UKAbout this quest
A great way to get some exercise or have fun with family and friends.
Aberdeen is abundant with restaurants and coffee shops if you need a break between locations.
What to Expect
This self-guided walking tour in Aberdeen 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 5400 minutes to complete and covers 3km 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 Aberdeen.
No tour guide needed – your smartphone becomes your guide. The Questo app provides directions, shares stories, and presents challenges along the way.
Highlights
On your culture quest, you will explore Aberdeen city centre.
From stunning Granite buildings to an ancient churchyard and impressive statues, you will learn many of the secrets the city has to share.
The mission: Your story in Aberdeen
The problem is there can only be one winner.
Landmarks & Hidden Gems Included
Robert Burn's Statue
The Archibald Simpson
Mercat Cross
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 5400 minutes
Distance
3km 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
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