The Oz Escape in Long Beach
🔒 Instant Access: Book now and start immediately. No need to wait for a guide.
⏱️ Total Flexibility: Start, pause, and resume whenever you want.
🧩 Gamified Discovery: Solve 15 location-based puzzles to unlock hidden stories and secret spots.
📍 Starting Point: Near entrance to Bixby Park Community Center on 1st St, 2001-2099 E 1st St, Long Beach, CA 90803, USA
🛡️ Free Cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours before your planned start for a full refund.
🌐 Available In: 🇬🇧 English
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Places you will visit
15
You will walk
3290 steps
Total distance
2.5 km
Route you will explore
Starting point Near entrance to Bixby Park Community Center on 1st St
2001-2099 E 1st St, Long Beach, CA 90803, USAFinish point 12 Bixby Park @ Cherry Ave/1st St
103 Cherry Ave, Long Beach, CA 90802, USAAbout this quest
Embark on our magical outdoor escape-room-style experience! 🔮
Join forces with the remarkable team of misfits and:
📖 Jump into our all-new gripping narrative, inspired by L. Frank Baum’s original Oz novel from 1900!
🤔 Try to outsmart the witch by cracking immersive puzzles with friends, or tackle her challenges solo, facing off against the leaderboard.
🎵Enjoy original new songs, in the theme of Oz, specially created for this game, available in the app and on-demand when you get home.
🌈 Follow clues to uncover each new location and discover (or rediscover) places around town in a whole new light.
🎁 Get rewarded with special gifts for your accomplishments.
🧙Participate in the costume contest by submitting a photo in your fanciest attire.
Make sure you have your phone charged and your walking shoes on!
Tick-tock, time to escape!
Highlights
Hunt for clues and solve witty puzzles as you walk around town
Follow an original Oz storyline
Listen to new themed songs
Learn unknown fun facts about the Oz universe
Meet other people role-playing as Oz characters
Compete or work together to solve the mission
Get a chance to win prizes for best-costumed
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
While you can play solo, quests are more fun with friends or family. One ticket works for a group.
Ratings and Reviews
95 ratings
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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
Affordable per-group pricing
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 | Affordable per-group pricing |
| Availability | Requires advance booking | Instant access 24/7/365 |
| Experience | Passive listening to a guide | Active gamification; you solve the mystery |
Frequently asked questions
First time in Long Beach—how can I see the waterfront in a playful way?
Join this Oz-inspired adventure and follow a trail of riddles from Rainbow Harbor through the Pike and colorful backstreets. You’ll catch ocean views, street art, and quirky history while chasing a magical storyline.
We’re on a date—can this be part of a romantic evening?
Absolutely. Start late afternoon, stroll hand-in-hand along Shoreline, solve puzzles as the sun sets, and finish with dinner or cocktails on Pine Avenue. It’s part fantasy, part sunset walk.
Is the quest something kids will love?
Yes. The Oz theme is bright and friendly. Children can help find clues, listen to the custom music, and spot fun murals. The distance (around 2 km) is easy for little legs with snack breaks.
Any tips to make it fun with a group of friends?
Split into teams, race to outsmart the Wicked Witch, and snap creative photos for bragging rights. End the evening at a waterfront bar to celebrate the winning team.
How is this different from a typical walking tour?
Rather than listen to a guide, you become the hero. Each clue unlocks songs and story twists while you discover secret spots and big views—turning Long Beach into your own Emerald City.
