Elle Silver & the Merchant Explorer: St Paul's and Temple, London
In a fictional story, you will explore many famous buildings of London, including Lincoln's Inn Chapel, Middle Temple, St Paul's Cathedral and St Bride's Church, solving clues left in a centuries old notebook.
The story is family friendly and there are a variety of puzzles but this questo is ranked as our hardest level of difficulty and some puzzles are challenging. All have hints to help and we expect most solvers to need some!
Our Questos in Richmond Park (The Princess and the Publican), Twickenham (Start Me Up) and Oxford St and Soho (Explore Monopoly) are of moderate difficulty if you are looking for a slightly easier challenge.
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Places you will visit
15
It will take you
73-103 mins
You will walk
4990 steps
Total distance
3.8 km
Highlights
Enjoy a stunning walk from the British Museum, through the beauty of Lincoln's Inn Fields, the history of Temple and many of the iconic churches and buildings of London.
Solve word and picture puzzles to uncover the story of Elle Silver and decode an ancient treasure map.
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
The mission: Your story in London
In his clues he left a reference to John Houblon, 17th century governor of the Bank of England and member of the Guild of Merchant Explorers.
This wealthy society had access to vast funds and an expertise in exploration to uncover priceless artefacts from around the world.
No doubt your dad has uncovered some new information about John Houblon, and an adventure awaits...
Difficulty guide
A challenging route for experienced puzzle solvers
Choose this family-friendly story if your group actively wants difficult puzzles. The fictional centuries-old notebook leads between the British Museum, Lincoln’s Inn, Middle Temple, Fleet Street and St Paul’s; hints are available when needed.
For a less demanding introduction, choose The Princess and the Publican in Richmond or the Oxford Circus board-game walk.
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
Quests are more fun with friends or family. Each player who wants to play on their own phone needs their own access.
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
Transparent pricing shown before checkout
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 | Transparent pricing shown before checkout |
| Availability | Requires advance booking | Instant access 24/7/365 |
| Experience | Passive listening to a guide | Active gamification; you solve the mystery |
