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OUTDOOR MURDER MYSTERY
Ottawa Detective Mystery: Infiltrate a Secret Society!
4.43Player rating
THE CITY IS YOUR CRIME SCENE
Play at your pace · usually 90 min 2.7 km Ottawa App-guided
Play in
English
CASE #04 / YOUR MISSION
Your city. Your suspects.
Your case to crack.
- Real streets
- Fictional crime
- App-guided play
CONFIDENTIAL / CASE BRIEFING
The story starts here.
Enter the covert world of "The President's Conspiracy," where you are tasked with exposing The Kingmakers—a secret society that has manipulated world leaders and orchestrated global events from the shadows for centuries. A whistleblower has come forward with alarming information, thrusting you into a high-stakes game of deceit.
Your mission: stay one step ahead, decode the secrets, and unravel the conspiracy before their next grand scheme is unleashed.
Will you be the one to expose the truth and save the world from an invisible tyranny?
Oh... and don't forget to say thank you...
Is this for you?
Who it's for
This loop starts and ends at the Famous Five Statue, passing City Hall, the Kwakiutl Totem and the National Arts Centre over about 2.7 km and around 90 minutes as you chase a centuries-old secret society. Friends who love escape rooms, or a pair after a playful evening, will enjoy cracking its codes. Skip it if you would rather hear Ottawa's history from a live guide than decode a conspiracy.
What makes this quest special
Highlights
🕵🏻♂️ Uncover a Global Conspiracy – Step into a world where nothing is as it seems and unravel the plots of The Kingmakers.
🧠 Outwit Advanced AI Schemes – Challenge your intellect by decoding cryptic messages and exposing the AI's hidden agenda.
🌐 Embark on a Covert Mission – Engage in a high-stakes quest to discover a secretive power scheme that's been shaping history from the shadows.
👥 Perfect for Thrill-Seekers and Puzzle Lovers – Whether you’re on a daring solo mission or teaming up with friends, this adventure is designed to test your detective skills to the max.
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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.
The real-world playing space
Ottawa
A · Start
2 Rideau St, Ottawa, ON K1N 8X5, Canada
B · Finish
53 Elgin St, Ottawa, ON K1P 5K6, Canada
Start and finish only. Discover the stops as you play.
WHAT MAKES A QUEST DIFFERENT
Your adventure, with a playful twist.
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Setting
- This quest
- An outdoor route through the city
- Escape room
- An indoor setting designed for the game
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Playing together
- This quest
- Use your own phones to team up or compete
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- Solve challenges together in the room
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Pace
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- Check this quest’s playing modes and access hours
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- Usually a booked session with a time limit
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Price
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- Prices and group sizes vary by venue
Features and terms vary by experience. Check the details before booking.
A little clarity before you go
Frequently asked questions
Is this a guided mystery tour in Ottawa?
No, there is no guide and no fixed group. You play on your phone: the app leads you from stop to stop, tells the story of each place and sets a puzzle based on what is in front of you. You can start at any time that suits you.
How is it different from a murder mystery escape room?
It uses the same mix of clues and code-breaking, but outdoors on the streets of Ottawa instead of a booked room. A whistleblower has exposed The Kingmakers, a secret society said to steer world leaders, and you decode their secrets to stop their next scheme.
Where does it start and which places does it visit?
It starts and ends at the Famous Five Statue, so you finish where you began. Along the way you visit Marion Dewar Plaza, the Heritage Building, St. Theresa Roman Catholic Church, City Hall, the Kwakiutl Totem, the National Arts Centre and The Flags of Canada.
How long does it take, and can we pause?
Plan on around 90 minutes to walk the 2.7 km route and solve the puzzles. You do not need to book a time slot, and you can pause the game, stop for a break and continue later from where you left off.
Is it suitable for kids, and can we play as a group?
It is aimed at adults and teens, who will get the most from the conspiracy plot and code puzzles. Younger children may find it hard to follow. One ticket covers your whole group, so friends or family can solve the mystery together.
Is Ottawa Detective Mystery: Infiltrate a Secret Society! self-guided?
Yes. The Questo app guides you between locations without a tour guide or fixed departure. You can start when it suits you and pause if needed.
Where does Ottawa Detective Mystery: Infiltrate a Secret Society! start and finish?
It starts at Famous Five Statue, 2 Rideau St, Ottawa, ON K1N 8X5, Canada and finishes at Point 12, 53 Elgin St, Ottawa, ON K1P 5K6, Canada. The route is approximately 2.7 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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OUTDOOR INVESTIGATION IN OTTAWA
A detective-style mission through Ottawa
Ottawa Detective Mystery: Infiltrate a Secret Society! is for players who enjoy spy, detective or investigation stories and want a city route with clues instead of a passive walk. The city becomes the setting for the mission.
The route starts at Famous Five Statue over 2.7 km, with 12 challenge locations. 2.7 km walking route; 12 challenge locations
Choose this for an outdoor investigation you control. Choose an escape room when a contained indoor set and fixed session are more important. Playable languages: English.
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