Granville Island, Vancouver: Hunt for the Lost LP
🔒 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 14 location-based puzzles to unlock hidden stories and secret spots.
📍 Starting Point: 1416 Anderson St, 1416 Anderson St, Vancouver, BC, Canada
🛡️ Free Cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours before your planned start for a full refund.
🌐 Available In: 🇬🇧 English
Places you will visit
14
It will take you
90-120 mins
You will walk
11030 steps
Total distance
8.4 km
Route you will explore
Starting point 1416 Anderson St
1416 Anderson St, Vancouver, BC, CanadaFinish point Micon
1325 Cartwright St, Vancouver, BC V6H 3R7, CanadaAbout this quest
This quest illuminates that legacy, documenting the island's strange transformation:
How did a lead paint factory become kids' favorite destination?
How did the largest work ever made by twin brother muralists end up in a concrete factory?
The island has the answers.
What to Expect
This self-guided walking tour in Vancouver, BC combines exploration, storytelling, and puzzle-solving into one unique experience. As you navigate through the city, you will discover 14 carefully selected locations, each revealing a piece of the story.
The entire quest takes approximately 6300 minutes to complete and covers 8.4km 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 Vancouver, BC.
No tour guide needed – your smartphone becomes your guide. The Questo app provides directions, shares stories, and presents challenges along the way.
Highlights
See the ever-busy Granville Island Market
Take in beautiful views of Vancouver's False Creek, where urban life merges with BC's stunning natural landscape.
Discover parts of the Island still engaged in the Island's industrial legacy, from giant concrete silos to tiny scale model buildings.
The mission: Your story in Vancouver, BC
A record store on the Island could bring in big bucks, but you know the shop needs a centrepiece, something no-one else has: the rumored one-of-one LP from reclusive avant-garde superstar Grant Marin, hidden on the island where he worked before his big break.
Follow clues from Marin's songs and notes to get that LP before anyone else!
Landmarks & Hidden Gems Included
Kids Market
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 6300 minutes
Distance
8.4km 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
26 ratings
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Beat the best: Top Vancouver, BC 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 |
