Adelaiders of the Lost Arks - exploring local links with ancient myths
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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: Victoria Square/Tarntanyangga, Victoria Square, Adelaide SA 5000, Australia
🛡️ Free Cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours before your planned start for a full refund.
🌐 Available In: 🇬🇧 English
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Places you will visit
13
It will take you
140-170 mins
You will walk
5120 steps
Total distance
3.9 km
Route you will explore
Starting point Victoria Square/Tarntanyangga
Victoria Square, Adelaide SA 5000, AustraliaFinish point Light Square
Currie St, Adelaide SA 5000, AustraliaAbout this quest
You will believe it by the end of your journey. On the way, you will become 'Adelaiders of the Lost Ark', on the search for mysterious ancient artefacts and seeing connections and conspiracies everywhere you look.
Will you discover the truth? Will you find the lost treasure?(Digging is not encouraged)Explore the city and be entertained.
What to Expect
This self-guided walking tour in Adelaide 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 9300 minutes to complete and covers 3.9km 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 Adelaide.
No tour guide needed – your smartphone becomes your guide. The Questo app provides directions, shares stories, and presents challenges along the way.
Highlights
Playing guessing games - word games, multiple answer questions, all designed to be very easy to solve on this casual stroll, taking in the sites of Adelaide with your unlikely companions - a conspiracy theorist and a star-gazing tour guide.
Sounds, music and photographs enhance the experience.
There is a twist and more than meets the eye.
The mission: Your story in Adelaide
There are a wide range of people on the tour, from a Professor of Astrophysics to Doug, a so-called conspiracy realist.
The guide is an easy-going Australian, happy to explore correlations between different interdimensional belief systems.
Especially if it means finding ancient treasure, alien technology or a stargate portal hidden here in Adelaide.
Landmarks & Hidden Gems Included
Adelaide Festival Centre
National War Memorial
The University of Adelaide
Good to know before you play
- Audio Stories
- Ensure your phone is fully charged or bring along your trusty power bank
- Family friendly
- Fun to do as a couple
- Route open 24/7 but better during daylight hours
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 at least 60% 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.
Ratings and Reviews
4 ratings
Cathy Natasha Anakaria Ellis
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Compare Questo vs. Guided Walking Tours
| Feature | Regular Guided Tours | Questo |
|---|---|---|
| Flexibility | Fixed schedules & no pausing | Start, pause, and resume anytime |
| Privacy | Crowds of up to 30 strangers | Private experience for your group only |
| Pricing | $30-$40 per person | Affordable per-group pricing |
| Availability | Requires advance booking | Instant access 24/7/365 |
| Experience | Passive listening to a guide | Active gamification; you solve the mystery |
