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City exploration game
Shakespeare in Central Park NY: Undercover Adventure
4.54Player rating
A DIFFERENT WAY TO SEE THE CITY
Play at your pace · usually 90 min 1.7 km New York City App-guided
Play in
English
The experience
About this quest
Shakespeare grew up surrounded by the Forest of Arden. New Yorkers have Central Park, an 843-acre urban oasis.
Shakespeare in the Park has become as New Yorkian as a bagel with cream cheese. In this game you will hike easily up to the two highest natural points in Central Park and experience Shakespeare’s storytelling in a whole new light.
Have a nap, cross-dress, buy a house, escape a lion’s clutches and even marry. This exploration game has it all. Ready? When you’re ready, enter stage left!
Shakespeare in the Park has become as New Yorkian as a bagel with cream cheese. In this game you will hike easily up to the two highest natural points in Central Park and experience Shakespeare’s storytelling in a whole new light.
Have a nap, cross-dress, buy a house, escape a lion’s clutches and even marry. This exploration game has it all. Ready? When you’re ready, enter stage left!
Is this for you?
Who it's for
Shakespeare and theatre lovers, literary couples and families get around 90 minutes of stories and puzzles on a 1.7 km walk from Summit Rock and Seneca Village to the Delacorte Theater, the Shakespeare Garden and Belvedere Castle, with an easy climb to the park's two highest natural points. If you want to watch an actual performance or ask a live guide about the plays, pick something else.
What makes this quest special
Highlights
Explore 19th century Seneca Village, the site of a middle class African American community.
Immerse yourself in the world of Shakespeare at the Delacorte Theater, The 4-acre Shakespeare Garden, and The Richard Burton Bench.
Savor a panoramic view of Central Park’s treetops and Turtle Pond from the Terrace of Belvedere Castle.
From people who played this quest
Good times. In their words.
4.54 / 5
24 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
252 Central Park West, New York, NY 10024, USA
B · Finish
81 Central Park West, New York, NY 10024, 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 Anne Holler.
A route that brings places and playful storytelling together.
Made by Anne Holler
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
- Wear a hat and sunscreen, have enough water
A little clarity before you go
Frequently asked questions
Where does the Shakespeare walk in Central Park start and finish?
It starts at Mariner's Gate and finishes at Belvedere Castle, so it is a one-way route rather than a loop. Along the way you pass Summit Rock, Seneca Village, the Arthur Ross Pinetum, the Great Lawn, the Delacorte Theater, the Shakespeare Garden and the Swedish Cottage.
How long does it take and how far is the walk?
Most players take around 90 minutes, including walking and solving the puzzles. The route covers about 1.7 km and includes an easy hike up to the two highest natural points in Central Park, so comfortable shoes are a good idea.
Can we play as a group?
Yes. One ticket covers the whole group playing together on the walk, so friends, couples and families can follow the route, hear the stories and work through the puzzles side by side.
Do we need to book a time, and can we pause?
No booking of a time slot is needed. You start whenever you like at Mariner's Gate, play at your own pace on your phone with no guide or group to join, and you can pause and continue later if you want a break.
Is the route outdoors, and what should we bring?
The whole route runs outdoors through Central Park, from open spaces like the Great Lawn to garden paths and rocky high points. Wear a hat and sunscreen and carry enough water, especially on a warm day.
Is Shakespeare in Central Park NY: Undercover Adventure 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 Shakespeare in Central Park NY: Undercover Adventure start and finish?
It starts at Mariner's Gate, 252 Central Park West, New York, NY 10024, USA and finishes at Belvedere Castle, 81 Central Park West, New York, NY 10024, USA. The route is approximately 1.7 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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HISTORY AND CULTURE IN NEW YORK CITY
Explore New York City through shakespeare in Central Park NY
Shakespeare in Central Park NY: Undercover Adventure is a self-guided story walk in New York City, designed for travelers who want history and local culture. Its story centers on Shakespeare in Central Park NY.
The route starts at Mariner's Gate and finishes at Belvedere Castle over 1.7 km, with 12 challenge locations. Practical fit: 1.7 km route; Typical duration: 90 minutes; 12 location-based challenges; Playable in English.
Choose this for a self-guided story and puzzle route. Choose a guided walking tour when live commentary and asking a guide questions matter more. Playable languages: English.
