Outdoor Things to Do in Nanaimo

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

4.520 reviews in NanaimoTrusted by 1M+ explorersSelf-guided · no booking · play offline

Turn a walk through Nanaimo, Canada into an adventure with Questo's self-guided exploration games, solve puzzles, follow clues, and discover the city's hidden side. Start with Murder Mystery: Death in the Shadows in Nanaimo, the most popular quest in Nanaimo. Players rate Nanaimo's quests 4.5 out of 5 across 20 reviews. The routes cover 12 landmarks, monuments, and hidden corners across the city. Prices start at $15.99. Start whenever you arrive, go at your own speed, and finish on your own terms.

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Murder Mystery: Death in the Shadows in Nanaimo
2.1 km | Avg. time: 90 min
4.5 (20 reviews)
from CA$24.99Multiplayer

What people have to say about quests in Nanaimo?

4.5

Based on 20+ Local Reviews

Spydermann1979

The Oz Escape in Nanaimo

fun!!!! can’t wait to see it again!!!

Verified Player

Brooks1611

The Oz Escape in Nanaimo

I would like to see actual integration of landmarks but otherwise good

Verified Player

Mila Hamlet

The Oz Escape in Nanaimo

super amazing and you don’t even realize you’ve waked 2km!!

Verified Player

Ways to explore Nanaimo with Questo

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

As a scavenger hunt

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

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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.

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Cities nearby Nanaimo

Find a city nearby to play with your family and friends.

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1 quests

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1 quests

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2 quests

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1 quests

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Frequently asked questions

What can I do in Nanaimo with Questo?

Browse outdoor city games built around Nanaimo. Each quest has its own route and story: follow clues, solve puzzles, and discover the city as you play.

How many outdoor city games are available in Nanaimo?

Questo currently lists 1 outdoor city game in Nanaimo. Browse the collection to compare stories, routes, and access options.

Do I need to book an activity in Nanaimo in advance?

Most Questo quests can be started when you are ready. Select a quest to check its route and access options before you play.

About Nanaimo

Explore Vancouver Island’s Harbour City with Questo's self-guided walking tours and city treasure hunts. Follow clues, solve puzzles, and immerse yourself in interactive stories as you discover Nanaimo’s waterfront, historic streets, and scenic parks.

From mystery games along the Harbourfront Walkway to clue-filled adventures in the Old City Quarter and Newcastle Island, each quest blends sightseeing with immersive storytelling. You will visit the Bastion, Maffeo Sutton Park, Petroglyph Provincial Park, Nanaimo Museum, and hidden gems like Neck Point Park — all at your own pace, with no guide required.

Perfect for couples seeking a coastal escape, families with kids, groups of friends, or solo travelers, Questo turns "things to do in Nanaimo" into live, interactive adventures. Start anytime, pause for coffee or a Nanaimo bar, and experience Nanaimo’s history, nature, and ocean views in a way you will never forget.