San Diego: Liberty Station
🔒 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 15 location-based puzzles to unlock hidden stories and secret spots.
📍 Starting Point: Dick Laub NTC Command Center, 2640 Historic Decatur Rd, San Diego, CA 92106, USA
🛡️ Free Cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours before your planned start for a full refund.
🌐 Available In: 🇬🇧 English
Places you will visit
15
It will take you
64-94 mins
You will walk
4340 steps
Total distance
3.3 km
Route you will explore
Starting point Dick Laub NTC Command Center
2640 Historic Decatur Rd, San Diego, CA 92106, USAFinish point Postcard Mural
2848 Dewey Rd, San Diego, CA 92106, USAAbout this quest
Solve clues and check out modern museums, a food hall and a brewery, performing arts groups, and public art. All while discovering how young men — and eventually women — went from civilian to sailor.
What to Expect
This self-guided walking tour in San Diego combines exploration, storytelling, and puzzle-solving into one unique experience. As you navigate through the city, you will discover 15 carefully selected locations, each revealing a piece of the story.
The entire quest takes approximately 4740 minutes to complete and covers 3.3km 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 San Diego.
No tour guide needed – your smartphone becomes your guide. The Questo app provides directions, shares stories, and presents challenges along the way.
Highlights
Discover where the biggest names in entertainment performed in the 1940s.
See the course that one of America's best golfers practiced on while stationed here during World War II.
Pay tribute to the 52 submarines lost during World War II.
See the church with stained glass windows inspired by a legendary American actor.
Learn why the base's Christmas tree can't have a traditionally colored star.
The mission: Your story in San Diego
You are Brad Dutiful, one of the Naval Training Center's newest recruits. The year is 1944 and tensions are high as WWII rages on.
The pressure is intense, but your heart harbors a patriotism that can overcome any odds. However, during your very first naval radar training, a mysterious chain of events begins.
Could the legend of the ghost submarine really be true? Or, is there an unknown treachery afoot which threatens the training center, and even America itself...?
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 fully 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.
Important Information
Duration
Approximately 4740 minutes
Distance
3.3km walking
Group Size
Unlimited
Difficulty
Easy to Moderate
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible (stairs and uneven surfaces)
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your scheduled start time
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
46 ratings
Beat the best: Top San Diego explorers
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 |
