Guided by the burned pages of a conquistador’s diary, you’ll chase ten hidden seals across plazas, churches, ruins, and sea walls. Each landmark reveals a fragment of the expedition’s fate, leading you closer to Alvarán’s long-lost trove.
How many are playing?
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Places you will visit
10
It will take you
44-74 mins
You will walk
2100 steps
Total distance
1.6 km
A note from Greg Sun
“I design immersive walking quests that blend real history with storytelling. I’m passionate about helping people experience cities differently—through curiosity, detail, and discovery. My goal is simple: turn ordinary streets into unforgettable adventures.”
What you'll actually do
Download the Questo app and unlock the quest. Walk to Plaza Herrera (Starting Point) whenever you like · no guide, no group, no time slot.
Solve 10 puzzles hidden in the streets around you. Each one you crack unlocks the next location.
Finish at Plaza de Francia and see where you land on the Panama City leaderboard.
Highlights
Follow a trail of clues across Casco Viejo’s most iconic squares, churches, and monuments.
Solve puzzles hidden in carvings, statues, and facades to collect the expedition’s seals.
Piece together fragments of the diary as you walk, turning history into your map.
Uncover secrets of conquest, betrayal, survival, and independence woven into the city’s stones.
End your journey at Plaza Francia, where the sea and sky guard the final clue to the treasure’s fate.
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 Panama City
HISTORY AND CULTURE IN PANAMA CITY
Explore Panama City through the Lost Conquistador’s Treasure of Panama
The Lost Conquistador’s Treasure of Panama is a self-guided story walk in Panama City, designed for travelers who want history and local culture.
The route starts at Plaza Herrera (Starting Point) and finishes at Plaza de Francia over 1.6 km, with 10 challenge locations. Practical fit: 1.6 km route; Typical duration: 59 minutes; 10 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.
Good to know before you play
- This quest features interactive puzzles you’ll solve in the real world.
- Difficulty level: Medium 🟡🤔
- Ensure your phone is fully charged or bring along your trusty power bank
- Wear a hat and sunscreen, have enough water
- Family friendly
- Fun to do as a couple
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
8 ratings
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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
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-$40 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 |
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