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Old Town Toronto: A Walk Through Twisted Realities

🔒 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 10 location-based puzzles to unlock hidden stories and secret spots.

📍 Starting Point: 3D Toronto Sign, 280 The PATH - City Hall, Toronto, ON M5H 2N1, Canada

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

🌐 Available In: 🇬🇧 English 🇫🇷 Français

Places you will visit

10

It will take you

62-92 mins

You will walk

4070 steps

Total distance

3.1 km

Route you will explore

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About this quest

Something strange is happening in Old Town Toronto. The colors are wrong, the sky is burning orange, and danger hides behind every corner. Caught in a frozen moment, you must find your way out of this twisted reality before the darkroom swallows you whole. 

Solve puzzles, follow hidden clues, and explore the real streets of Toronto in a new, chilling light. This walking quest invites you to rediscover your city, reconnect with friends and family, and create unforgettable memories, all while sharpening your mind and escaping the shadows. 

Are you ready to step into the unknown and find your way back to the real world?

What to Expect

This self-guided walking tour in Toronto 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 4620 minutes to complete and covers 3.1km 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 Toronto.

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

Highlights

  • Dive into Toronto’s controversial past and learn about its gloomy history

  • Visit St James Park and find out what lies beneath it

  • Discover the intersection where a gang of clowns fought a band of firemen

  • Take a walk through Canada’s oldest market and uncover its dark secrets

The mission: Your story in Toronto

You’ve lived in Toronto your whole life and know the city inside out. Today, however, during your afternoon stroll, the inexplicable happens.

The world around you freezes for a second, and when it starts moving again, all the colors are scrambled. 

It looks like you’re stuck in a negative photograph of the world. The ‘Stop’ sign is green, passers-by smile with black teeth, and a purple sun shines in the orange sky.

As you rub your eyes in disbelief, a sharp object flies by your ear and almost cuts it off. You decide to take shelter and hurry home, but will you ever make it out of the darkroom?

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 4620 minutes

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Distance

3.1km 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

4.65

361 ratings

5 Stars
73%
4 Stars
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3 Stars
7%
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txinferno

14 Feb 2026
Have us a good chuckle and reason to take a stroll

erin.mccarthy

31 Oct 2025

s c

18 Oct 2025

brithany chantal medellin garcia

04 Oct 2025
was amazing

Julie Ouertani

26 Sep 2025

Beat the best: Top Toronto explorers

caymenRookie
3695 XP
txinfernoRookie
3100 XP
Ruben AvilaRookie
3100 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 the story behind this twisted walk?

One day in Toronto, reality glitches—the colors get weird, the sky turns orange, familiar signs change. You’re stuck in a distorted moment and have to piece together clues to escape the “darkroom” and get back to normal.

Who is this quest perfect for—pairs, friends, solo travellers?

It’s great for everyone. Couples will enjoy the creepy vibe + puzzle solving; friends will love racing each other; solo explorers will soak up every strange detail.

Can this be a romantic date idea?

Yes! If you don’t mind a little chill and a lot of atmosphere. Walking hand in hand through the old city streets under this twisted reality, solving secrets together—it adds a spark.

Is it good for families with kids?

Maybe with older kids. Because parts of it are creepy and surreal, younger kids might find some scenes unsettling. But older ones who like mysteries will find this exciting.

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