Historic Colchester: The Roman Visitor Walking Tour & Escape Game
Step back in time to 300 CE and explore the ancient city of Colchester with this immersive walking tour and escape game. Discover the remnants of Colchester’s Roman wall and gates, marvel at its art, temples, and culture, and stroll through the city’s scenic back lanes and famous Castle Park.
This experience offers a fascinating glimpse into Roman Britain, blending history with an interactive mystery.
In this adventure, you are Antonius, a Roman diplomat visiting the city of Camulodunum (Colchester) at the request of the local governor, Marcus. While Marcus is eager to show off the city’s fortifications and cultural landmarks, he has a more urgent matter to address—a plot to assassinate him.
The clues to this conspiracy are hidden across the city, and it's up to you to uncover the mystery before time runs out. Perfect for history lovers, adventurers, and puzzle enthusiasts, this self-guided tour combines historical exploration with thrilling intrigue.
*The end of the game is in a park that closes at dusk.*
***This walk does not include entrance to the Roman Circus visitor centre or the castle***
Availability:
Can be played on
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, SundayDuring these hours
09:00AM - 04:00PMLanguages
English
Highlights
You will see what is left of Colchester's famous Roman wall and gates. You will view works of art, examples of culture and places of worship from Roman Colchester.
You will walk through some of the city's most picturesque back lanes and the famous Castle Park.
Storyline
However, there's another reason he's invited you. The governor suspects a plot to kill him. Clues to this plot are hidden all over the city. Can you help Marcus unravel it before it's too late?
Experience's route
Starting point Butt Road Car Park / Roman Circus
Butt Rd, Colchester CO3 3DG, UKFinish point Colchester Castle
Colchester CO1 1TJ, UKPlaces you will visit
10
It will take you
65-95 mins
You will walk
4600 steps
Total distance
3.5 km
Places to visit
You will discover interesting places along the route of the experience.
The Berryfield Mosaic
The Roman Church / Mithraeum
Get the Questo app and you’re all set
Download it, choose your route and just walk to the starting point.
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Availability:
Can be played on
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, SundayDuring these hours
09:00AM - 04:00PMLanguages
English