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City exploration game
The Crown London: Royal Family
4.49Player rating
A DIFFERENT WAY TO SEE THE CITY
Play at your pace · usually 92 min 3.9 km London App-guided
Play in
English
The experience
About this quest
London – The game is afoot, and royalty is at stake! You are Sasha, a sharp-witted museum director thrust into an unexpected treasure hunt across the royal streets of London. The legendary "Twin Heart Tiara" has been dismantled and scattered throughout the city—and worse, your eccentric cousin Dodgy Duncan (yes, that Duncan) has stolen your notes and is hot on the trail.
Follow clues hidden in royal landmarks, solve clever puzzles, and uncover secrets across historic London as you race to restore the tiara before Duncan gets there first. Will you outsmart your cousin and reclaim your family’s honor?
Perfect for families, friends, or curious minds, this walking quest combines mystery, laughter, and discovery in one unforgettable London adventure. Time to prove a crown doesn’t always need jewels to shine!
Is this for you?
Who it's for
Royal family enthusiasts, couples and families get a story-led treasure hunt past Westminster Abbey, Horse Guards Parade and St James's Palace, solving puzzles to rebuild a scattered tiara before a rival cousin gets there. It takes about two and a half hours, is best played in daylight and finishes at Buckingham Palace. Pick something else if you want a live guide to quiz on royal history or can't comfortably walk 3.9 km.
What makes this quest special
Highlights
Explore the oldest royal Palace.
Find out which member of the Royal Family was nicknamed ‘Cookie’.
Learn how the official birthday of the Sovereign is marked.
From people who played this quest
Good times. In their words.
4.49 / 5
37 player ratings
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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
London
A · Start
3 St Margaret St, London SW1P 3JX, UK
B · Finish
1 Buckingham Palace Rd, The Mall, London SW1A 1AA, UK
Start and finish only. Discover the stops as you play.
Along the way
Landmarks & Hidden Gems Included
The people behind the adventure
Created by Iconic London Taxi.
A route that brings places and playful storytelling together.
Made by Iconic London Taxi
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 during the day
- Best for couples
- Recommended activity for families
A little clarity before you go
Frequently asked questions
Is this a treasure hunt you do on foot in London?
Yes. You walk about 3.9 km through Westminster and St James's, following clues on your phone from one royal landmark to the next. At each stop the app tells the story of the place and sets a puzzle based on what is in front of you.
Where does the quest start and finish?
It starts at Old Palace Yard in Westminster and finishes at Buckingham Palace, so it is not a loop. On the way you pass Westminster Abbey, the Churchill statue, Horse Guards Parade, Pickering Place, St James's Palace, Lancaster House and Spencer House.
Where is Buckingham Palace on this route?
Buckingham Palace is the final stop. You reach it after walking through St James's, passing St James's Palace, Lancaster House and Spencer House, so the route ends right at the palace rather than back in Westminster.
How long does it take, and can we pause?
Most players take about two and a half hours, including walking and puzzles. You can start any time without booking a slot, and you can pause the game and continue later if you want a break along the way.
Can we play as a family or group?
Yes. The quest is recommended for families and couples, and one ticket covers the whole group playing together on one phone. Children who enjoy puzzles and a treasure hunt story can help solve the clues, though the full walk is around 3.9 km.
Is The Crown royal London quest self-guided?
Yes. The Questo app guides you from clue to clue without a tour guide or fixed departure. You can start when it suits you, pause and continue at your own pace.
Where does The Crown royal London quest start and finish?
It starts at at Old Palace Yard in Westminster and finishes at at Buckingham Palace. The route is approximately 3.9 km and includes 12 location-based puzzles.
How many tickets does our group need?
This classic quest sells access per device and player. Each person who wants to solve clues on their own phone needs their own access.
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Royal London context
Royal landmarks inside an original treasure story
The route connects real royal London landmarks from Westminster to Buckingham Palace. Sasha, Dodgy Duncan and the dismantled Twin Heart Tiara belong to an original fictional treasure hunt.
This independent Questo experience is not affiliated with the Royal Household or the television series The Crown. Playable languages: English.
