Outdoor Things to Do in Minneapolis

Explore at your own pace with app-guided clues, puzzles, and hidden stories.

4.3266 reviews in MinneapolisTrusted by 1M+ explorersSelf-guided · no booking · play offline

How it works

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Pick a Quest

Find an adventure that sparks your curiosity.

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Get the App

Download & sign up in seconds.

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Start & Play

Go to the start point and have fun!

What people have to say about quests in Minneapolis?

4.3

Based on 266+ Local Reviews

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tmmodrow

The Oz Escape in Minneapolis

we had a great time solving challenges & puzzles. the story told during the quest was fun to follow. it was a little confusing at the start getting into the quest but in app during the quest was easy to learn.

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Laurie4u

The Oz Escape in Minneapolis

Family fun with great walk around U of M and challenging puzzling.

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Borigrimosity

The Oz Escape in Minneapolis

I loved how chat gpt made everything and the text was rarely edited

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Trajan Kaeppe

The Oz Escape in Minneapolis

nice way to spend an afternoon with my family.

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Bryon Pavelka

The Oz Escape in Minneapolis

fun

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Ways to explore Minneapolis with Questo

One app, one type of quest — different ways to play it.

As a scavenger hunt

Solve clues and puzzles at real Minneapolis landmarks. Race against the clock or take it at your own pace — and bring a group to compete for a spot on the leaderboard.

See all Minneapolis scavenger hunts

As a self-guided walking tour

A GPS-guided walking route with stories along the way. Play on your own schedule, stop and resume anytime — and once you've downloaded a quest, it works fully offline.

See Minneapolis walking tours

For a spooky twist

Prefer chills over clues? Some Minneapolis quests lean into haunted history and dark legends after dusk.

See Minneapolis ghost tours

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Frequently asked questions

How do self-guided walking tours in Minneapolis work?
Download the Questo app, pick a walking tour in Minneapolis, and start walking. The app guides you with GPS to each stop, where you solve a clue or puzzle before moving on. Most tours take 60-120 minutes. No booking needed, start anytime.
How many walking tours are available in Minneapolis?
Questo currently offers 7 self-guided walking tours in Minneapolis. Prices start from $5.24 per person.
Do I need to book a walking tour in Minneapolis in advance?
No, Questo walking tours are self-guided and available anytime. There is no booking, no fixed time, and no guide to meet. Just open the app when you are ready and start exploring Minneapolis at your own pace.
Are these quests suitable if I’m new to Minneapolis?

Totally. Many quests start in easy-to-find spots, walk through major neighborhoods, and explain local history along the way. Great intro to the city but with fun challenges built in.

Which quest is good for a date night?

Try Murder Mystery: Solve the Case in Minneapolis. Evening setting, historic architecture (like around the Stone Arch Bridge or Mill City Museum), dramatic clues—it turns a regular walk into a shared adventure that feels special.

Are there family-friendly quests for kids?

Yes! Kid Quest: Solve the Case of the Lost Senses in Minneapolis is designed for families. The story is playful, the clues are simple, and you can pause anytime for snacks or a park break. Kids stay curious and engaged the whole time while everyone enjoys exploring at an easy pace.

Can I take my time, stop and rest, and still finish later?

Definitely. These are self-guided. If you want to pause for coffee, photograph a mural, or just take a break, the app lets you resume wherever you paused.

I’ve done the usual sightseeing—how can Questo show me something fresh in Minneapolis?

Questo hides cool spots you might’ve walked past: murals, riverside views, secret corners downtown. Quests like The Oz Escape or Lucky Treasure Hunt: The Golden Shamrock make familiar places feel new—full of puzzles, stories, and surprises.

Explore Minneapolis with Questo's self-guided walking tours. Follow app-guided clues along the Mississippi riverfront, through the Mill District, and past the Walker Art Center. Discover the stories behind the City of Lakes, at your own pace, no booking required.

About Minneapolis

In Minneapolis, Questo turns a walk through the United States into a self-guided city game. Pick one of 7 active Questo quests, follow clues on your phone, solve puzzles, and unlock a story as you move from stop to stop. There is no guide to meet and no fixed start time, so you can begin when the day works for you. Minneapolis works well for travelers who want more than a checklist of sights. Each quest gives you a route, a reason to look closer, and small challenges that make the city feel interactive. Use the game to notice side streets, public squares, local stories, and the details that are easy to miss on a normal walk. It suits couples, families, groups of friends, and solo explorers who like flexible outdoor activities. Choose a compact set of walking games, pause whenever you want, and turn time in Minneapolis into a walk with a plot.