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City exploration game
Estoril Highlights: The Spies' Nest
4.63Player ratingA DIFFERENT WAY TO SEE THE CITY
Play at your pace · usually 121 min 2.7 km Estoril App-guided
Play in
English
The experience
About this quest
Return to 1941 and discover the Estoril of charm and spies in this journey of light and shadows. A town where artists, eccentric characters, aristocracy as well as spies socialized on the beaches and had fun trying their luck at the Casino.
Discover the places and people that inspired Ian Fleming, a British Intelligence officer in Estoril, to create the famous James Bond character in his first novel Casino Royale.
Dare to be a secret agent whose mission is to discover the identity of a furtive spy.
What makes this quest special
Highlights
- Travel back in time to the period of the Second World War and become involved in the fascinating world of espionage- Discover the true identity of a dangerous spy and contribute to the success of the Allied forces- Visit the places and meet the people who inspired Ian Fleming to create the famous character James Bond in his first novel Casino Royale
From people who played this quest
Good times. In their words.
4.63 / 5
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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
Estoril
A · Start
Estoril Railway Station
B · Finish
R. Olivença 13, 2765-262 Estoril, Portugal
Start and finish only. Discover the stops as you play.
Along the way
Landmarks & Hidden Gems Included
The people behind the adventure
Created by Pothoff Gold.
A route that brings places and playful storytelling together.
Made by Pothoff Gold
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.
A little clarity before you go
Frequently asked questions
If I want a date that’s a bit mysterious and elegant—what should I plan?
Start near Estoril Railway Station at golden hour, then slip into The Spies’ Nest. You’ll follow WWII-era clues, stroll through luxurious villas and shadowy corners, solving puzzles together while the sea breeze and evening light make everything feel cinematic.
As a parent with teenagers, will this adventure keep them hooked?
Yes. Teens usually love the intrigue: the hunt for the secret spy, historical backdrops, cool architecture like Casal de S. Roque, and the Fort of the Cross. Plenty of opportunity for them to feel like sleuths without being scared or overwhelmed.
We’re friends looking for a fun group outing—how can this quest be special?
Make it into a team mission! Challenge yourselves to uncover the spy’s identity fastest, compare theories, and laugh about the red herrings. Afterwards, relax by the sea or in a local café and swap stories—it’s both an adventure and a hangout.
I live here—will I really discover anything new with this?
For sure. Even locals say the quest reveals hidden gardens, forgotten façades, and stories about Ian Fleming’s time here. It’s a chance to see familiar roads under a new lens—light, shadows, details you might’ve skipped before.
Do I need to book ahead or organize anything?
Nope. Just buy the quest on the Questo app, download it, and start from Estoril Railway Station whenever you want. No guide, no group times—freedom to choose your moment.
What is the James Bond connection in Estoril?
The route explores Estoril’s wartime spy atmosphere and the people and places that inspired Ian Fleming’s first James Bond novel, Casino Royale. The game’s secret-agent mission is fictional.
Is this experience self-guided?
Yes. The Questo app guides you from clue to clue, with no guide or fixed start time. You can begin when it suits you and pause along the way.
How many accesses does our group need?
Classic quests sell access per device and player. Each person who wants to solve clues on their own phone needs their own access.
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A flexible self-guided way to discover Estoril
Estoril Highlights: The Spies' Nest is for travelers who want a private, self-guided city experience rather than joining a scheduled walking-tour group. You follow a route, solve clues and discover places at your own pace.
The route starts at Estoril Railway Station and finishes at Forte da Cruz (Fort of the Cross) over 2.7 km, with 13 challenge locations. Typical duration: 121 min; 2.7 km walking route; 13 challenge locations
Choose this for flexibility, privacy and active discovery. Choose a guided walking tour when live commentary and asking a guide questions matter more. Playable languages: English.
