Emily in Paris: The Secret Penpal
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Places you will visit
11
It will take you
65-95 mins
You will walk
6960 steps
Total distance
5.3 km
Highlights
Learn about the grisly history of a picturesque square in the Latin Quarter
Find out how long it would take you to see all of the art in the Louvre
Proclaim your love on the love lock bridge
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
Landmarks & Hidden Gems Included
Palais Garnier
Luxembourg Gardens
The mission: Your story in Paris
After hundreds of letters from your French pen pal, you receive one that breaks your heart – “I cannot write to you any longer, it’s too hard to love you from such a great distance.” You never got a chance to tell them how you feel about them, so you decide to do something crazy – hey, it’s for love.
You hop on a plane and fly out to Paris, hoping to meet your pen pal and tell them their feelings are reciprocated in person.
HISTORY AND CULTURE IN PARIS
A history-led way to explore Paris
Emily in Paris: The Secret Penpal is for visitors who want more context than a casual walk, but more freedom than a scheduled guided tour. The quest uses a route through Paris to connect clues, places and stories.
The route starts at Place de l'Estrapade and finishes at Palais Garnier over 5.3 km, with 11 challenge locations. Typical duration: 80 min; 5.3 km walking route; 11 challenge locations
Choose this for active, private discovery at your pace. Choose a guided historical tour or museum when expert live interpretation or curated exhibits matter more. Playable languages: English.
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
37 ratings
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Ola Jańczak
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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
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 |
