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City exploration game
Central Park Highlights: Stolen Archives Hunt Walking Tour & Escape Game
4.51Player rating
A DIFFERENT WAY TO SEE THE CITY
Play at your pace · usually 105 min 5.1 km New York City App-guided
Play in
English
The experience
About this quest
Uncover the hidden secrets of Central Park and embark on a thrilling mystery with this walking tour and escape game.
Stroll along the park's only straight road, admire the Gilded Age mansions of Museum Mile, and explore iconic spots like the Metropolitan and Guggenheim Museums. Along the way, you’ll learn fascinating stories, including the tragic tale of the first American supermodel.
In this adventure, you step into the role of Thomas Clark, a world-renowned detective hired to solve an art crime connected to Central Park. As you follow the trail of stolen archives, you’ll solve puzzles, uncover clues, and experience one of New York City’s most famous landmarks in an entirely new way.
Perfect for history buffs, puzzle enthusiasts, and adventurers, this self-guided tour lets you explore at your own pace while unraveling a captivating mystery.
Is this for you?
Who it's for
Families, friends and couples who want a game in Central Park rather than a plain stroll can play detective on a walk from the Pulitzer Fountain past Balto, Bethesda Terrace and the Met to the Cooper Hewitt on Museum Mile. Expect about two hours and 5.1 km of puzzles and audio stories. If you would rather ask a live guide questions, or your group cannot comfortably walk 5 km, pick something shorter or guided.
What makes this quest special
Highlights
See the world-famous Metropolitan and Guggenheim Museums
Uncover Central Park’s secrets and stroll along its only straight road
Admire the Gilded Age mansions of the Museum Mile
Learn a tragic story of the first American supermodel
From people who played this quest
Good times. In their words.
4.51 / 5
45 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
New York City
A · Start
764 Central Park S, New York, NY 10019, USA
B · Finish
2 E 91st St, New York, NY 10128, USA
Start and finish only. Discover the stops as you play.
Along the way
Landmarks & Hidden Gems Included
The people behind the adventure
Created by Iren Gurarye.
A route that brings places and playful storytelling together.
Made by Iren Gurarye
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
- Audio Stories
- Family friendly
- Fun to do as a couple
A little clarity before you go
Frequently asked questions
Is there a scavenger hunt in Central Park?
Yes. This self-guided game on your phone leads you through Central Park and along Museum Mile, with stories and puzzles at stops such as the Delacorte Clock, the Balto Statue, Bethesda Terrace and Cleopatra's Needle. You start whenever you like, with no guide and no group to join.
What is the Stolen Archives hunt about?
You step into the role of Thomas Clark, a world-renowned detective hired to solve a case. The clues take you along the park's only straight road and past the Gilded Age mansions of Museum Mile. Along the way you hear stories, including the tragic tale of the first American supermodel.
Where does the walk start and finish?
It starts at the Pulitzer Fountain and finishes at the Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum in the Carnegie Mansion. It is not a loop, so you end on Museum Mile after passing the Frick Collection, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Neue Galerie and the Guggenheim.
How long does it take, and can we pause?
Most players take about two hours, walking and puzzles included, over a route of 5.1 km. There is no set start time to book, and you can pause the game and continue later if you want a break at one of the museums or a café.
Can we play as a family or group?
Yes. One ticket covers the whole group playing together on one phone. The quest is tagged family friendly and uses audio stories, so it suits children who enjoy puzzles and can manage about 5 km of walking. It also works well for couples.
Is Central Park Highlights: Stolen Archives Hunt Walking Tour & Escape Game self-guided?
Yes. The Questo app guides you between locations without a tour guide or fixed departure. Start when it suits you and pause if needed.
Where does Central Park Highlights: Stolen Archives Hunt Walking Tour & Escape Game start and finish?
It starts at Pulitzer Fountain, 764 Central Park S, New York, NY 10019, USA and finishes at Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum (Carnegie Mansion), 2 E 91st St, New York, NY 10128, USA. The route is approximately 5.1 km and includes 15 location-based puzzles.
How many accesses 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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HISTORY AND CULTURE IN NEW YORK CITY
Explore New York City through central Park Highlights
Central Park Highlights: Stolen Archives Hunt Walking Tour & Escape Game is a New York City self-guided story walk with audio for travelers who want history and local culture. Its story centers on Central Park Highlights.
Pulitzer Fountain is the starting point and Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum (Carnegie Mansion) is the finish for this 5.1 km city route, which includes 15 challenges. Practical fit: 5.1 km route; Typical duration: 105 minutes; 15 location-based challenges; Includes audio stories; Playable in English.
Pick the quest for active discovery. Pick a standard audio guide when you mainly want to listen while following a prescribed route. Playable languages: English.
