Vikings at the Heights: Fort Washington to Fort Tryon Quest
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Places you will visit
14
It will take you
55-85 mins
You will walk
4200 steps
Total distance
3.2 km
What you'll actually do
Download the Questo app and unlock the quest. Walk to Fort Washington Memorial whenever you like · no guide, no group, no time slot.
Solve 14 puzzles hidden in the streets around you. Each one you crack unlocks the next location.
Finish at The Met Cloisters and see where you land on the New York City leaderboard.
Highlights
Learn how Fort Tryon is linked to the Battle of Fort Washington during the American Revolution
Explore the highest natural point in Manhattan
Discover who was the first woman to serve in combat in the U.S. Army
Wonder at the view under the Billings Arcade
Experience the magic of walking through Heather Garden
Ratings and Reviews
13 ratings
Louise McLeod
Hernan
Hedi Nelson
Ariel Peguero
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A note from Jason Stein
“Jason is a licensed NYC tour guide and Municipal Art Society (MAS) Docent. A native New Yorker, he is a history enthusiast who enjoys sharing his knowledge and experiences with others. He has a passion for NYC and a background in stand-up comedy and improv, which provides for an awesome “infotaining” experience.”
The mission: Your story in New York City
Beat the best: Top New York City explorers
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–$60 (€23–€50) per person
Questo
Transparent pricing shown before checkout
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–$60 (€23–€50) per person | Transparent pricing shown before checkout |
| Availability | Requires advance booking | Instant access 24/7/365 |
| Experience | Passive listening to a guide | Active gamification; you solve the mystery |
Joined by 1,000,000+ explorers worldwide
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FANTASY ADVENTURE IN NEW YORK CITY
A story adventure played through New York City
Vikings at the Heights: Fort Washington to Fort Tryon Quest is for players who want a fantasy, folklore or adventure story tied to a real-world route in New York City. It works best when the story and puzzles matter as much as the walk.
The route starts at Fort Washington Memorial and finishes at The Met Cloisters over 3.2 km, with 14 challenge locations. Typical duration: 70 min; 3.2 km walking route; 14 challenge locations
Choose this for a self-guided story mission outdoors. Choose a venue attraction when a contained indoor experience matters more. Playable languages: English.
