Historic Glasgow: The Testing of Thomas
Historic Glasgow: The Testing of Thomas
The tour starts at Kelvingrove art Gallery and will lead you through Kelvingrove park, Glasgow university and will conclude in the scenic botanic gardens. The game can only be played between 10am-4pm (Be cautious of closing times to museums!)
per player · one-time · yours forever
An evening of adventure for less than two coffees
Each player races on their own phone.
Full refund until you start playing · 10 stops · 2 hrs · 3 km
Live in Glasgow? The Annual Pass is how locals play — £59.99/yr. See the Annual Pass →
Places you will visit
10
It will take you
91-121 mins
You will walk
3940 steps
Total distance
3 km
Highlights
Enjoy a fun, thought-provoking story which gives locations purpose
Walk along the Kelvingrove Park, Uni of Glasgow and James Watt Building
Train your brain with interesting puzzles along the way
Bring your crew
Race to the finish.
Everyone plays on their own phone — race solo, as a couple, or with a crew of any size. First to solve every clue takes the crown.
Adventure
Your pace, no timer
Escape
Beat the clock
Plays offline at your own pace — live group races need a connection.
Final leaderboard
Landmarks & Hidden Gems Included
Hunterian Zoology Museum
Hunterian Museum
Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum
The mission: Your story in Glasgow
As part of Earth's diplomatic relations team, the fate of humanity rests on you. Seeing as you live here, this is very important for you (obviously) so be careful, Thomas may even try to test you!
Good to know before you play
- We recommend not playing at night
- No attractions ticket(s) required
- Game playable between 9am-6pm every day except Mondays and holidays
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 at least 60% 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.
Ratings and Reviews
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Compare Questo vs. Guided Walking Tours
Flexibility
Regular Guided Tours
Fixed schedules & no pausing
Questo
Start, pause, and resume anytime
Privacy
Regular Guided Tours
Crowds of up to 30 strangers
Questo
Private experience for your group only
Pricing
Regular Guided Tours
$30-$40 per person
Questo
Affordable per-group pricing
Availability
Regular Guided Tours
Requires advance booking
Questo
Instant access 24/7/365
Experience
Regular Guided Tours
Passive listening to a guide
Questo
Active gamification; you solve the mystery
| 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 |
