The Cardinal Disappearance: Shadows of Downtown Ottawa
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Made for this city by a local creator, with a real-world challenge at every stop.
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About this quest
Ottawa hides more than monuments and politics—something darker lingers in its shadows. James Cardinal, heir to a powerful local family, has vanished without a trace. As a seasoned private investigator, you've been called in to uncover the truth before whispers turn into headlines. His last signal came from downtown, but the trail has gone cold.
Will you crack the case before it disappears for good?
Step into the streets, follow cryptic clues, solve real-world puzzles, and piece together the mystery one step at a time. Bring a friend or your most trusted partner—this isn’t a game you’ll want to play alone. It's a thrilling walk through secrets, lies, and hidden corners of the capital. The city is waiting. Are you ready to follow the trail?
What makes this quest special
Highlights
Navigate downtown with ease!
Find some of Ottawa’s most Instagramable sights!
Learn about the early days of Ottawa
Enjoy scenic pathways through the heart of the city
Explore Ottawa’s past and present
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Your walk, at a glance
Ottawa
55 Laurier Ave W, Ottawa, ON K2P 2L1, Canada
District de Hull, Gatineau, QC K1A 0M8, Canada
Start and finish only. Discover the stops as you play.
Along the way
Landmarks & Hidden Gems Included
From your phone to the streets
Pick it. Open it. Play.
- 01
Choose your access
Check the player and phone options for your group.
- 02
Open the Questo app
Follow your purchase instructions to access the quest.
- 03
Head to the start
Follow the clues and let the adventure unfold.
Choose your way to play
Explore at your own pace.
| Experience | This quest | Guided walking tour |
|---|---|---|
| Experience | Discover places through stories and clues in the app | Hear stories and ask a guide questions |
| Pace | Pause for a photo, a café or a longer look | Usually follows the guide’s schedule |
| Company | Explore with your own people or on your own | Private and shared group tours are available |
| Guidance | Directions and challenges in the Questo app | Live interpretation from a guide |
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Plan your day
Good to know before you play
- Walking distance
- 6.2 km
- Playing time
- Play at your pace · usually 102 min
- Languages
- EN · FR
- Best during the day
- Best for couples
- Recommended activity for families
- Some checkpoints may contain temporary construction work
A little clarity before you go
Frequently asked questions
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Created by Escape Bicycle Tours & Rentals.
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Capital-region context
A mystery route across two cities and one river
Ottawa and Gatineau form a cross-river capital region shaped by federal institutions, public art and distinct English- and French-speaking communities. Crossing the Ottawa River changes both province and city while keeping Parliament’s landscape in view. This quest turns that real civic geography into a fictional disappearance case; its cardinal and investigation are invented. Playable languages: English, French.