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City exploration game
Science Fiction in Jerusalem: Historic Cultures
4Player rating
A DIFFERENT WAY TO SEE THE CITY
Play at your pace · usually 67 min 2.3 km Jerusalem App-guided
Play in
English
The experience
About this quest
The Old City of Jerusalem carries thousands of years of history and is shrouded in the spiritual energy of many religions. In this city game, you play as a lost alien who crashed with his spaceship in Jerusalem and needs to find this energy to recharge his spaceship's battery.
You'll visit the Church of the Holy Sepulcher, the holiest place for Christianity, the Western Wall, the last standing remains of the holy temple which is the holiest place for Judaism, and you'll see at distance the Al Aqsa Mosque, the third most important mosque in the Muslim world.
You'll discover fascinating stories about Jerusalem throughout different historical periods; the Greeks, the Romans, the Crusaders, the Mamluks, the Turks, and the British.
The quest will take place within the walls of the Old City of Jerusalem.
Is this for you?
Who it's for
Couples and families on a first visit to the Old City play a stranded alien gathering spiritual energy at the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, the Cardo, the Hurva Synagogue and the Western Wall, over about 1.5 hours and 2.3 km. You get the main sacred sites through puzzles instead of a lecture. Anyone wanting a live guide to answer questions about the holy places, or who would rather stay out of the sun, should pick something else.
What makes this quest special
Highlights
You play as a lost alien who crashed with his spaceship in Jerusalem. In order to return home you need to charge energy into the battery of your spaceship.
According to your book's instructions, in the Old City of Jerusalem there are hidden ancient objects and symbols that carry within them the energy required to restart the spacecraft and get back to your distant planet safely.
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From your phone to the streets
A walk that turns into an adventure.
- 1
Open the app. You’re on your way.
Choose your pass, then open your quest in the Questo app. It guides you from the starting point.
- 2
Get outside. Follow your curiosity.
Discover real places and their stories on foot. Stop for a coffee or a photo, then pick up where you left off.
- 3
Crack a clue. Share a little victory.
Look around for answers, solve puzzles and enjoy the “we got it!” moments.
CHOOSE YOUR PASS
How many are playing?
Get this questNo booking slot · play any dayFull refund until you start playing
BRING YOUR WHOLE GROUP
One city. Rival teams. Great stories together.
A school trip, a team day or friends out together. Turn your next outing into a little friendly competition.
Everyone for themselves
One player per phone. Solve clues on your own and race for the top spot on the final leaderboard.
Can a team share one phone?
Yes. Play together on one phone per team, or use your own phones and join the same team in the app. We recommend your own phones so everyone can take part.
Your walk, at a glance
Jerusalem
A · Start
HaKishle/Armenian Patriarchy, Jerusalem
B · Finish
HaRav GEts St, Jerusalem
Start and finish only. Discover the stops as you play.
Along the way
Landmarks & Hidden Gems Included
The people behind the adventure
Created by Naomi H.
A route that brings places and playful storytelling together.
Made by Naomi H
WHAT MAKES A QUEST DIFFERENT
Your adventure, with a playful twist.
1 / 4
Experience
- This quest
- Discover places through stories and clues in the app
- Guided walking tour
- Hear stories and ask a guide questions
2 / 4
Pace
- This quest
- Pause for a photo, a café or a longer look
- Guided walking tour
- Usually follows the guide’s schedule
3 / 4
Company
- This quest
- Explore with your own people or on your own
- Guided walking tour
- Private and shared group tours are available
4 / 4
Guidance
- This quest
- Directions and challenges in the Questo app
- Guided walking tour
- Live interpretation from a guide
Features and terms vary by experience. Check the details before booking.
Good to know before you play
- Best for couples
- Recommended activity for families
- Wear a hat and sunscreen, have enough water
A little clarity before you go
Frequently asked questions
Is this a self-guided walking tour of Jerusalem's Old City?
Yes. Your phone leads you through 11 stops, from the Tower of David past the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, the Cardo and the Hurva Synagogue to the Western Wall Plaza. It tells the story of each place and sets a puzzle in what is in front of you. There is no guide.
Where does the quest start and finish?
It starts at the Tower of David and finishes at the Western Wall Plaza, so it is not a loop. On the way you pass Jaffa Gate, the Lutheran Church of the Redeemer and a viewpoint over the Dome of the Rock.
How long does it take?
Most players take around 1.5 hours, including walking and solving the puzzles. The route covers 2.3 km through the Old City. You can pause at any point and continue later, so a break at a café is no problem.
Can we play as a group, and do we need to book a time?
One ticket covers the whole group playing together. There is no set start time and no group to join, so you can begin whenever suits you and go at your own pace.
Is it suitable for children, and what should we bring?
It is recommended as a family activity, and the alien storyline turns the sacred sites into a game with puzzles along the way. Much of the walk is outdoors, so wear a hat and sunscreen and carry enough water.
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Explore Jerusalem through science Fiction
Science Fiction in Jerusalem: Historic Cultures is a self-guided story walk in Jerusalem, designed for travelers who want history and local culture. Its story centers on Science Fiction.
The route starts at Tower of David and finishes at The Western Wall Plaza over 2.3 km, with 11 challenge locations. The page specifically identifies The Dome of the Rock view, Lutheran Church of the Redeemer and Tower of David along the experience. Practical fit: 2.3 km route; Typical duration: 67 minutes; 11 location-based challenges; Playable in English.
Choose this for a self-guided story and puzzle route. Choose a guided walking tour when live commentary and asking a guide questions matter more. Playable languages: English.
