Team vs team
Use your own phones and join a team. Any teammate’s answer advances everyone. Beat the other teams on the leaderboard.
City exploration game
Canals of Amsterdam: Wonders of The City
4.31Player rating
A DIFFERENT WAY TO SEE THE CITY
Play at your pace · usually 105 min 2.4 km Amsterdam App-guided
Play in
English
The experience
About this quest
Play a city game while you follow clues and solve creative riddles to discover the hidden stories behind the architecture of the houses in Amsterdam, the Western Church, the old bridges, the beguinage, and finally, the very heart and soul of Amsterdam: Dam Square.
Are you ready to explore Amsterdam’ winding canals?
What makes this quest special
Highlights
Visit the oldest bridge in Amsterdam
Visit the historical residences of the most famous philosophers of all time
Find out why Amsterdam’s houses lean forward and search for one of the smallest houses in the city
Discover one of the oldest and the smallest bar/cafés tucked away in the centre of Amsterdam
From people who played this quest
Good times. In their words.
4.31 / 5
117 player ratings
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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
Amsterdam
A · Start
Dam, 1012 Amsterdam, Netherlands
B · Finish
Kalverstraat 92, 1012 PH Amsterdam, Netherlands
Start and finish only. Discover the stops as you play.
The people behind the adventure
Created by Marc Schot.
A route that brings places and playful storytelling together.
Made by Marc Schot
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
- Best during the day
- Best for couples
- Recommended activity for families
A little clarity before you go
Frequently asked questions
Is Canals of Amsterdam: Wonders of The City 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 Canals of Amsterdam: Wonders of The City start and finish?
It starts at Dam Square, Dam, 1012 Amsterdam, Netherlands and finishes at Amsterdam Museum, Kalverstraat 92, 1012 PH Amsterdam, Netherlands. The route is approximately 2.4 km and includes 11 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.
What language is Canals of Amsterdam: Wonders of The City available in?
It is currently available to play in English.
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A planned water system that reshaped the city
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