Midtown New York: Mob Hits & Hangouts
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🧩 Gamified Discovery: Solve 12 location-based puzzles to unlock hidden stories and secret spots.
📍 Starting Point: Columbus Circle, 848 Columbus Cir, New York, NY 10019, USA
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🌐 Available In: 🇬🇧 English
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Places you will visit
12
It will take you
95-125 mins
You will walk
7620 steps
Total distance
5.8 km
Route you will explore
Starting point Columbus Circle
848 Columbus Cir, New York, NY 10019, USAFinish point Sparks Steakhouse
210 E 46th St, New York, NY 10017, USAAbout this quest
You will visit the unknown, yet historic sites of the American Mafia and their hangouts over the last century. You will be exposed to the graphic detail and vengeful actions of infamous mobsters, that ultimately led to their demise.
Highlights
Witness famous locations where the American Mafia assassinated their enemies.
See infamous hangouts from the prohibition era, also known as Speakeasies.
Learn the unusual circumstances ordinary citizens have come across, related to the American Mafia.
Find modern day speakeasies, and unique hidden cocktail lounges in Midtown.
The mission: Your story in New York City
You’ve just arrived in New York City, ready to party in the Big Apple. Unfortunately, it’s the height of Prohibition, and there’s not a drink to be found.
You’ve heard whisperings of underground speakeasies where a thirsty soul can find a cup of hooch. Problem is, they’re all run by the Mafia—and you’re worried about tangling with dangerous outlaws just for a cocktail. But the thrill of the Big City pulls you in, and you can’t help but go searching for the most hoppin’ place in Midtown.
Good to know before you play
- Best during the day
- Best for couples
- Recommended activity for families
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
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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 |
