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The Gilded Grudge in Newport

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🧩 Gamified Discovery: Solve 11 location-based puzzles to unlock hidden stories and secret spots.

📍 Starting Point: The Elms, 367 Bellevue Ave, Newport, RI 02840, USA

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🌐 Available In: 🇬🇧 English

Places you will visit

11

It will take you

65-95 mins

You will walk

3680 steps

Total distance

2.8 km

Route you will explore

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About this quest

A priceless artifact disappears during a Newport gala, and Detective Ken Clever needs your help to follow the trail through mansions, museums, and the harborfront. 

Uncover clues about lost fortunes, old debts, and Gilded Age rivalry while exploring real landmarks like The Elms, Touro Synagogue, and Bowen’s Wharf. It’s a seaside investigation where history, wealth, and pride collide.

Highlights

  • Explore Newport’s grandest Gilded Age landmarks, from The Elms to Bowen’s Wharf.

  • Visit oldest sites in the nation like the Redwood Library, Touro Synagogue, and the White Horse Tavern.

  • Discover how Newport’s harbor, heritage, and history shaped America’s elite.

  • Enjoy a mix of investigation, local trivia, and seaside atmosphere

The mission: Your story in Newport

 A priceless golden punch bowl vanishes during a high-society gala at The Elms, celebrating the New York Yacht Club’s latest America’s Cup win. 

As a member of Newport’s police department, work with private detective Ken Clever to follow the trail through mansions, markets, and the city’s storied harborfront before the truth slips from reach. Old money, family grudges, and seaside secrets—woven through Newport’s most storied streets.

Tips & Recommendations

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Wear Comfortable Shoes

You will be walking throughout the city, so comfortable footwear is essential for enjoying the experience.

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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.

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Check the Weather

This is an outdoor activity. Bring an umbrella or sunscreen depending on the forecast.

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Bring a Camera

You will discover photogenic locations and hidden gems perfect for capturing memories.

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Stay Hydrated

Bring water, especially during warmer months or longer quests.

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Play with Friends

While you can play solo, quests are more fun with friends or family. One ticket works for a group.

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