Shakespeare in Central Park NY: Undercover Adventure
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!
per player · one-time · yours forever
An evening of adventure for less than two coffees
Each player races on their own phone.
Full refund until you start playing · 12 stops · 1–2 hrs · 1.7 km
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Places you will visit
12
It will take you
75-105 mins
You will walk
2240 steps
Total distance
1.7 km
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.
Bring your crew
Race to the finish.
Everyone plays on their own phone — race solo, as a couple, or with a crew of any size. First to solve every clue takes the crown.
Adventure
Your pace, no timer
Escape
Beat the clock
Plays offline at your own pace — live group races need a connection.
Final leaderboard
The mission: Your story in New York City
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
Quests are more fun with friends or family. Each player who wants to play on their own phone needs their own access.
Ratings and Reviews
26 ratings
tim baker
Saheli
Emily Elizabeth Cobb
elvi
Antonella Bermeo
Beat the best: Top New York City explorers
Florencewalks -- four intimate walking tours of one of the world's most romantic cities -- was my first published book. The idea was to slow down, look around, and be curious. I write articles on art and, most recently, created an immersive walking tour with costumed actors popping up around the street corners of San Miguel de Allende, Mexico. I love providing the setting for a walker to become an actor in a theatrical scene where he or she experiences the surroundings in a fresh, exciting, new way.
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Frequently asked questions
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Compare Questo vs. Guided Walking Tours
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 |
