Los Angeles: Venice Boardwalk Art Heist
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🧩 Gamified Discovery: Solve 10 location-based puzzles to unlock hidden stories and secret spots.
📍 Starting Point: Venice Beach Skatepark, 1800 Ocean Front Walk, Venice, CA 90291, USA
🛡️ 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
10
It will take you
35-65 mins
You will walk
3810 steps
Total distance
2.9 km
Route you will explore
Starting point Venice Beach Skatepark
1800 Ocean Front Walk, Venice, CA 90291, USAFinish point Rainbow Crosswalk (Venice)
1302 Abbot Kinney Blvd, Venice, CA 90291, USAAbout this quest
Travel from the beach up through the canals to the commercial center of the city, all while learning about the city's founding and its host of important movements in American history.
See the birthplaces of skateboarding, fitness culture, and artistic/literary counterculture. Learn why the city's founder, Abbot Kinney's vision has thrived after over a century.
What to Expect
This self-guided walking tour in Los Angeles combines exploration, storytelling, and puzzle-solving into one unique experience. As you navigate through the city, you will discover 10 carefully selected locations, each revealing a piece of the story.
The entire quest takes approximately 3000 minutes to complete and covers 2.9km 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 Los Angeles.
No tour guide needed – your smartphone becomes your guide. The Questo app provides directions, shares stories, and presents challenges along the way.
Highlights
See the birthplace of the skateboarding hobby and subculture
Witness Abbot Kinney's man-made replica of the canals in Venice, Italy for which this Venice got its name
Walk down famous streets filled with shops and restaurants where so many artistic movements have found a home and thrived.
Travel alongside the world-famous beach with a gorgeous view of the Pacific.
The mission: Your story in Los Angeles
You will follow clues across Venice Beach, tracking leads and questioning suspects, on a journey that will take you through the landmarks, unraveling a conspiracy of art thieves as you go.
You're new to the detective game, desperate to prove your skills and become established as a real professional. This job is the way to do it. Good luck!
Landmarks & Hidden Gems Included
Abbot Kinney Memorial Branch Library
L.A. Louver
Venice Beach Skatepark
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
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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 |
