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City exploration game
A Tale of Love, Fifth Avenue, New York
5Player rating
A DIFFERENT WAY TO SEE THE CITY
Play at your pace · usually 85 min 3.2 km New York City App-guided
Play in
English
The experience
About this quest
Embark on a journey along New York's most iconic street, Fifth Avenue. Your quest is twofold: to find your lost love and uncover your own forgotten identity.
Guided by your phone, each step will bring you closer to the truth. You will see some of New York's most famous landmarks, like St Patrick's Cathedral, the Chrysler Building, and the Grand Central, as well as some hidden spots most tourists never discover.
Guided by your phone, each step will bring you closer to the truth. You will see some of New York's most famous landmarks, like St Patrick's Cathedral, the Chrysler Building, and the Grand Central, as well as some hidden spots most tourists never discover.
Will you find your love? Will you reclaim your identity? There is only one way to find out. Unveil the mysteries of Fifth Avenue in a tale of love that never dies.
Is this for you?
Who it's for
Couples and families with school-age children who like a story to follow will enjoy this 3.2 km walk from The Plaza past Tiffany's, St. Patrick's Cathedral and Grand Central Terminal to Bryant Park, with audio chapters about a lost love and a forgotten identity. Allow about two hours. If you want a live guide to ask questions, or would struggle with 3 km of busy Midtown sidewalk, pick something else.
What makes this quest special
Highlights
See the most famous sites of Midtown Manhattan
Find out which 5th Avenue mansion was bought for a pearl necklace
Learn where the Bloody Mary cocktail was invented
Discover why you cannot use the shade of blue #1837
From people who played this quest
Good times. In their words.
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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
5th Avenue at, Central Park S, New York, NY 10019, United States
B · Finish
Unnamed Road, New York, NY 10018, 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
- Route open 24/7 but better during daylight hours
A little clarity before you go
Frequently asked questions
Where does the Fifth Avenue quest start and finish?
It starts at The Plaza and finishes at Bryant Park, so it is a one-way route, not a loop. Along the way you pass Bergdorf Goodman, Tiffany's, the St. Regis, the Cartier Mansion, St. Patrick's Cathedral, Rockefeller Center, the Fred French Building, Grand Central Terminal, the Chrysler Building and the New York Public Library.
How long does the walk take, and can we pause?
Most players take about two hours for the 3.2 km route, including walking and puzzles. There is no set start time, so you begin whenever you like, and you can pause and continue later. The route is open around the clock, but it is better in daylight.
Is it suitable for children?
Yes, it is tagged family friendly and works well for school-age children who can follow an audio story and spot details in the buildings around them. Keep in mind it is about two hours on busy city sidewalks, which may be long for very young kids.
Can we play as a group?
Yes. One ticket covers the whole group playing together on a phone, so couples, families or friends can follow the story side by side. There is no group to join and no guide, and you choose when to set off.
Does the route go to Grand Central Terminal and the Chrysler Building?
Yes. Grand Central Terminal is the ninth stop, reached after the Fred French Building, and the Chrysler Building comes right after it. The app tells the story of each place and sets a puzzle in what is in front of you before leading you on to the library and Bryant Park.
Is A Tale of Love, Fifth Avenue, New York 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 A Tale of Love, Fifth Avenue, New York start and finish?
It starts at The Plaza, 5th Avenue at, Central Park S, New York, NY 10019, United States and finishes at Bryant Park, Bryant Park/William Cullen Bryant Statue. The route is approximately 3.2 km and includes 12 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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A DIFFERENT DATE IN NEW YORK CITY
A playful route for couples in New York City
A Tale of Love, Fifth Avenue, New York is for couples who want a shared city activity with clues, walking and a story, instead of making the whole plan another restaurant or cinema date.
The route starts at The Plaza and finishes at Bryant Park over 3.2 km, with 12 challenge locations. Typical duration: 85 min; 3.2 km walking route; 12 challenge locations; Includes audio stories
Choose this for movement, privacy and a shared objective. Choose dinner or a film when a seated, low-effort evening matters more. Playable languages: English.
