The Oz Escape in Tucson
🔒 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: At the JFK Statue in El Presidio Plaza, 165 W Alameda St, Tucson, AZ 85701, USA
🛡️ Free Cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours before your planned start for a full refund.
🌐 Available In: 🇬🇧 English
Places you will visit
15
You will walk
2370 steps
Total distance
1.8 km
Route you will explore
Starting point At the JFK Statue in El Presidio Plaza
165 W Alameda St, Tucson, AZ 85701, USAFinish point 12 Exchange at the Presidio - The Mormon Battalion Enters Tucson
165 W Alameda St, Tucson, AZ 85701, USAAbout this quest
🎵Enjoy original new songs, in the theme of Oz, specially created for this game, available in the app and on-demand when you get home.
🎁 Get rewarded with special gifts for your accomplishments.
🧙Participate in the costume contest by submitting a photo in your fanciest attire.
Make sure you have your phone charged and your walking shoes on!
What to Expect
This self-guided walking tour in Tucson 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 0 minutes to complete and covers 1.8km 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 Tucson.
No tour guide needed – your smartphone becomes your guide. The Questo app provides directions, shares stories, and presents challenges along the way.
Highlights
Hunt for clues and solve witty puzzles as you walk around town
Follow an original Oz storyline
Listen to new themed songs
Learn unknown fun facts about the Oz universe
Meet other people role-playing as Oz characters
Compete or work together to solve the mission
Get a chance to win prizes for best-costumed
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 0 minutes
Distance
1.8km 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
159 ratings
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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 |
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Frequently asked questions
Looking for something magical in the Tucson heat?
Go on this quest early or late afternoon. Between murals and shady plaza stops, The Oz Escape gives you a story-book adventure walking through town, chasing puzzles, and beating the witch—all while catching some cooling breezes.
Is this a good date idea that isn’t dinner+movie?
Yes. Walk together from El Presidio Plaza, follow clues near Alameda, maybe snap photos in costume, and end with dessert downtown. Shared adventure + sparkle = a date you’ll actually remember.
Will kids enjoy this one too?
Definitely. The theme is whimsical, with puzzles that spark curiosity (not horror). Kids love the songs, characters, and seeing places you’d usually just drive past. Plus breaks are easy since the route is short (~1.8 km).
What’s the vibe if I go at sunset or after dark?
It becomes dreamier. Cooler air, long shadows, streetlights flicker, costume photos pop—the atmosphere feels cinematic. The Oz Escape shines at dusk for sure.
