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City exploration game
The Showgirl Spy: Secrets of Wartime London
4.64Player rating
A DIFFERENT WAY TO SEE THE CITY
Play at your pace · usually 114 min 5.1 km London App-guided
Play in
EnglishGerman
The experience
About this quest
Step into the shoes of Lacey Biggins, a spirited showgirl, as you navigate the heart of London during the turbulent days of WWII.
For the past seven months, Lacey has been singing, dancing, and spreading cheer to the weary troops and citizens, doing everything she can to lift the spirits of those surrounded by the constant threat of bombs.
But when a mysterious espionage plot surfaces, Lacey finds herself caught in a web of intrigue that could determine the fate of London itself. Solve puzzles, follow clues through the iconic streets of the West End, and uncover the secrets that could change the course of history.
Will you be able to help Lacey navigate this perilous mission? Time is of the essence - walk, explore, and make history together!
Is this for you?
Who it's for
WWII history fans and couples follow a showgirl caught in a wartime spy plot, solving puzzles from Berkeley Street past Burlington Arcade and Trafalgar Square to the Churchill War Rooms and the Cenotaph. Families with clue-loving children get a story-led daytime walk through the West End and Westminster. If 5.1 km over nearly three hours feels like too much, or you want a live guide, choose a shorter or guided tour.
What makes this quest special
Highlights
Discover a crucial friendship that helped to win the war
Find out who designed the officers famous trench coat
Explore memorials reminding us of significant places and people
Learn how much damage London suffered during the Blitz
From people who played this quest
Good times. In their words.
4.64 / 5
36 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
111 Stratton St, London W1J 8DY, UK
B · Finish
Whitehall, London SW1A 2ET, 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 denisa podhrazska.
A route that brings places and playful storytelling together.
Made by denisa podhrazska
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 good way to explore London's wartime history?
Yes, if you like history told through a story. You play a showgirl drawn into a WWII espionage plot, and the route passes wartime landmarks including the Churchill and Roosevelt Allies sculpture, the Churchill War Rooms, the Monument to the RAF, the Montgomery Statue and the Cenotaph.
Where does the quest start and finish?
It starts on Berkeley Street in Mayfair and finishes at The Cenotaph in Westminster, so it is a one-way route rather than a loop. Along the way you pass Burlington Arcade, St James's Piccadilly, Piccadilly Circus, Trafalgar Square and Horse Guards Parade.
How long does it take and how far is the walk?
Most players take around 2 hours 40 minutes, close to three hours, including walking and solving the puzzles. The route covers about 5.1 km. You can start whenever you like, and it is best played during the day.
Is it suitable for children?
It is recommended for families. It suits children old enough to follow a spy story, enjoy working out clues, and walk about 5.1 km over nearly three hours. Very young children may find the length and the wartime setting hard going.
Can we play as a group, and can we take a break?
Yes. One ticket covers the whole group playing together on a phone. There is no set start time or guide to keep up with, so you can pause the quest, stop for a rest or a meal, and continue later from where you left off.
Is The Showgirl Spy wartime 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 Showgirl Spy wartime London quest start and finish?
It starts at on Berkeley Street in Mayfair and finishes at at the Cenotaph in Whitehall. The route is approximately 5.1 km and includes 15 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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Wartime story context
A fictional spy mission across real wartime London
The route uses real central London streets and wartime landmarks as the setting for a fictional espionage story. Choose it for a longer history-led walk with puzzles rather than a conventional guided Second World War tour. Playable languages: English, German.
