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The Phoenix Art Heist: Murals, Mystery, and Masterpieces

🔒 Instant Access: Book now and start immediately. No need to wait for a guide.

⏱️ Total Flexibility: Start, pause, and resume whenever you want.

🧩 Gamified Discovery: Solve 13 location-based puzzles to unlock hidden stories and secret spots.

📍 Starting Point: Welcome to Roosevelt Row Art Installation, 695 E Roosevelt St, Phoenix, AZ 85006, USA

🛡️ Free Cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours before your planned start for a full refund.

🌐 Available In: 🇬🇧 English

Places you will visit

13

It will take you

50-80 mins

You will walk

2500 steps

Total distance

1.9 km

Route you will explore

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Starting point Welcome to Roosevelt Row Art Installation
695 E Roosevelt St, Phoenix, AZ 85006, USA
Finish point Three Birds in Flight Mural
222 E Roosevelt St, Phoenix, AZ 85004, USA

About this quest

Beneath the murals of Phoenix hides a mystery. Notorious thief Indigo Salazar has stolen priceless art from the Phoenix Art Museum, scattering it across the city and disguising fakes as the real thing. 

You are Dynasty Fleck, Phoenix’s top art collector, and it’s your job to recover the stolen masterpieces and expose the forgeries.

This walking quest takes you through vibrant streets, challenging your puzzle-solving skills. Grab your friends or family. It's time to solve the art heist!

What to Expect

This self-guided walking tour in Phoenix combines exploration, storytelling, and puzzle-solving into one unique experience. As you navigate through the city, you will discover 13 carefully selected locations, each revealing a piece of the story.

The entire quest takes approximately 3900 minutes to complete and covers 1.9km 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 Phoenix.

No tour guide needed – your smartphone becomes your guide. The Questo app provides directions, shares stories, and presents challenges along the way.

Highlights

  • 🎨 Tour the well-known arts district of downtown Phoenix🔍 Chase an art thief as you follow an engaging storyline that includes real-world puzzles🖼️ Stroll through an abundance of murals, sculptures, and other works of art🏰 Visit one of the oldest cathedrals in Phoenix🛍️ Pass numerous shops, cafes, bars, and restaurants

The mission: Your story in Phoenix

The notorious thief Indigo Salazar has stolen art from the Phoenix Art Museum and hidden it across the city. He’s also mixed in realistic replicas to throw the police off track. 

You are Dynasty Fleck, the top art collector in Phoenix, and you’ve been called to find the stolen art and decipher which are real and which are forgeries. 

Along the way you might bump into Salazar, but not to worry! Your keen senses will carry you successfully through this mission. 

Can you recover the missing art? 
  • Ensure your phone is fully charged or bring along your trusty power bank
  • Wear a hat and sunscreen, have enough water
  • Family friendly
  • Fun to do as a couple
  • Comfortable shoes are highly recommended!
  • Route open 24/7 but better during daylight hours

Tips & Recommendations

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Wear Comfortable Shoes

You will be walking throughout the city, so comfortable footwear is essential for enjoying the experience.

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Charge Your Phone

Make sure your smartphone is fully charged. The quest runs through the Questo app, and you will be using it throughout.

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Check the Weather

This is an outdoor activity. Bring an umbrella or sunscreen depending on the forecast.

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Bring a Camera

You will discover photogenic locations and hidden gems perfect for capturing memories.

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Stay Hydrated

Bring water, especially during warmer months or longer quests.

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Play with Friends

While you can play solo, quests are more fun with friends or family. One ticket works for a group.

Important Information

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Duration

Approximately 3900 minutes

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Distance

1.9km walking

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Group Size

Unlimited

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Difficulty

Easy to Moderate

Accessibility

Not wheelchair accessible (stairs and uneven surfaces)

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Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your scheduled start time

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Need to Know Before Booking

  • You will need the Questo app on your smartphone (iOS or Android)
  • Each ticket can be used by a group (share one device or play separately)
  • Internet connection required to download the quest initially
  • Once downloaded, you can play offline if needed

Ratings and Reviews

4.62

34 ratings

5 Stars
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4 Stars
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JC

03 Feb 2026
it was super fun. great way to get steps in, plus bar hop and see the beauty of the city.

Lone Ranger

20 Jan 2026

MissyP

31 Dec 2025

Amon-Sirideán

30 Dec 2025
it was great walk and a way to take in Roosevelt Row.

Rita Prusiewicz

29 Dec 2025
Great way to check out the art and history of the downtown area!

Beat the best: Top Phoenix explorers

LauraMcRookie
4000 XP
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4000 XP
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4000 XP

Compare Questo vs. Guided Walking Tours

FeatureRegular Guided ToursQuesto
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

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Frequently asked questions

What’s a fun way to explore Phoenix’s art scene without a boring tour?

Play The Phoenix Art Heist. You’ll follow clues through Roosevelt Row’s murals and hidden alleys, piecing together a thrilling art-theft story while discovering cafés and local galleries.

We love street art—will this quest take us to the best murals?

Yes. The route highlights some of Phoenix’s boldest murals and lesser-known pieces, weaving them into the mystery so every wall becomes part of the game.

Is this a cool idea for a date night?

Definitely. Solve a playful art-theft mystery together, wander colorful streets at sunset, and end with tacos or a rooftop drink nearby. It’s fun, interactive, and very “Phoenix.”

Can families do this, or is it too tricky for kids?

It’s kid-friendly and puzzle-based rather than scary. Children can help find murals and spot hidden details, and you can pause anytime for snacks or playground time.

Do locals enjoy it, or is it mainly for visitors?

Both. Visitors get a creative way to see Phoenix’s art and history, while locals often discover new murals and stories in neighborhoods they thought they knew.

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