Turn Halifax Into a Game
Explore at your own pace with app-guided clues, puzzles, and hidden stories.
In Halifax, Canada you can play murder mysteries, all outdoors, all guided by your phone rather than a guide. There are 2 to choose from, including Murder Mystery: Death in the Shadows in Halifax and Halifax Detective Mystery: Infiltrate a Secret Society!. From $15.99 per quest. No guide, no group, no fixed schedule, just you, your phone and the city.
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Ways to explore Halifax with Questo
One app, one type of quest · different ways to play it.
As a scavenger hunt
Solve clues and puzzles at real Halifax landmarks. Race against the clock or take it at your own pace · and bring a group to compete for a spot on the leaderboard.
See all Halifax scavenger huntsAs a self-guided walking tour
A GPS-guided walking route with stories along the way. Play on your own schedule, stop and resume anytime · and once you've downloaded a quest, it works fully offline.
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Frequently asked questions
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Is there a murder mystery game in Halifax?
Do I need to book an activity in Halifax in advance?
What’s a fun way to explore Halifax with kids?
Try Little Detectives: Solve the Case of the Missing Compass (kid-friendly). Children can hunt for clues around the waterfront and historic streets while you enjoy the scenery. It’s safe, flexible, and you can pause for snacks or playground stops anytime.
Any mystery or crime adventure here?
Yes. Play Murder Mystery: Secrets of the Waterfront and investigate a fictional crime while wandering historic wharves and downtown alleys. The puzzles are clever but not scary—perfect for a fun evening.
What’s a cool date idea in Halifax?
Grab a coffee on the boardwalk, then dive into a quest like Hidden Legends of Halifax. Solving clues together and finding secret corners of the city is far more memorable than dinner and a movie.
Can groups of friends or coworkers enjoy these quests?
Absolutely. Split into teams and race each other, or work together for laughs and photos. It’s a great alternative to a bar crawl or team-building event, and you’ll discover parts of the city you might never notice otherwise.
I’m local—will I really see anything new?
Yes. Even longtime Haligonians are surprised by tucked-away murals, hidden courtyards, and historic stories revealed only through the quests. It’s like rediscovering your own city.
In Halifax, Canada you can play murder mysteries, all outdoors, all guided by your phone rather than a guide. There are 2 to choose from, including Murder Mystery: Death in the Shadows in Halifax and Halifax Detective Mystery: Infiltrate a Secret Society!. From $15.99 per quest. No guide, no group, no fixed schedule, just you, your phone and the city.