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City exploration game
Ben Franklin's Murder Mystery Tour! - Philadelphia
4.55Player rating
A DIFFERENT WAY TO SEE THE CITY
Play at your pace · usually 60 min 3.5 km Philadelphia App-guided
Play in
English
The experience
About this quest
A body has been found and only YOU can find the secret murderer!
Join Ben Franklin as you investigate the city of Philadelphia so you can discover which of the Founding Fathers committed the crime.
Chat with 18th Century leaders, investigate clues, learn secrets about the city, and ultimately uncover who the true killer is. You are in for one WILD, historical ride so buckle in!
Join Ben Franklin as you investigate the city of Philadelphia so you can discover which of the Founding Fathers committed the crime.
Chat with 18th Century leaders, investigate clues, learn secrets about the city, and ultimately uncover who the true killer is. You are in for one WILD, historical ride so buckle in!
Is this for you?
Who it's for
Friends, families with older kids and history-curious visitors get a playful Founding Fathers whodunit, following clues for about two hours from LOVE Park past Reading Terminal Market, the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall to the Betsy Ross House. Pick something else if you would rather question a live guide, or if a 3.5 km walk with puzzles at every stop is more than your group wants.
What makes this quest special
Highlights
Travel from Love Park to Old City
Hit all of the most interesting landmarks in the city from the Liberty Bell and Reading Terminal Market to Betsy Ross' House
Learn all about the history and secrets of Philadelphia
Play the ultimate mystery game of Who Dunnit!
From people who played this quest
Good times. In their words.
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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.
Your walk, at a glance
Philadelphia
A · Start
1600 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA 19103, USA
B · Finish
239 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
Start and finish only. Discover the stops as you play.
Along the way
Landmarks & Hidden Gems Included
The people behind the adventure
Created by Alexander Frye.
A route that brings places and playful storytelling together.
Made by Alexander Frye
WHAT MAKES A QUEST DIFFERENT
Your adventure, with a playful twist.
1 / 4
Experience
- This quest
- Discover places through stories and clues in the app
- Guided walking tour
- Hear stories and ask a guide questions
2 / 4
Pace
- This quest
- Pause for a photo, a café or a longer look
- Guided walking tour
- Usually follows the guide’s schedule
3 / 4
Company
- This quest
- Explore with your own people or on your own
- Guided walking tour
- Private and shared group tours are available
4 / 4
Guidance
- This quest
- Directions and challenges in the Questo app
- Guided walking tour
- Live interpretation from a guide
Features and terms vary by experience. Check the details before booking.
Good to know before you play
- No attractions ticket(s) required
A little clarity before you go
Frequently asked questions
What is the Ben Franklin game in Philadelphia?
It is a self-guided murder mystery played on your phone. A body has been found, and with Ben Franklin leading the investigation you chat with 18th century leaders, gather clues at places such as Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell, and work out which of the Founding Fathers committed the crime.
Where does the murder mystery start and finish?
It starts at LOVE Park and finishes at the Betsy Ross House in Old City, so it is not a loop. In between you pass City Hall, the Masonic Temple, Reading Terminal Market, the Declaration House, the President's House, the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Franklin's house and printing office.
How long does it take?
Most players take about two hours, walking and puzzles included, and cover roughly 3.5 km. You can pause and continue later, so a break for food at Reading Terminal Market or a longer look around Independence Hall will not cost you your progress.
Can we play it today without booking a time?
Yes. There is no set start time and no group to join, so you can begin at LOVE Park whenever you are ready. No attraction tickets are required to play, because the clues are solved from what you see at each stop along the route.
Can we play as a group?
Yes. One ticket covers the whole group playing together on the route. It works well for groups of friends and families with older kids who want to compare suspects, argue over clues and settle together on who the killer is by the time they reach the Betsy Ross House.
Is Ben Franklin's Murder Mystery Tour! - Philadelphia 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 Ben Franklin's Murder Mystery Tour! - Philadelphia start and finish?
It starts at LOVE Park, 1600 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA 19103, USA and finishes at The Betsy Ross House, 239 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA. The route is approximately 3.5 km and includes 11 location-based puzzles.
What is included with Duo and Fellowship?
Duo provides access on 2 devices. Fellowship provides access on up to 5 devices, so each included player can follow the experience on their own phone.
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Benjamin Franklin inside an original murder mystery
Benjamin Franklin lived and worked in Philadelphia as a printer, scientist, civic organizer and diplomat. Franklin Court stands near the site of his home and printing office, close to many places associated with the American founding. This quest uses that documented setting and public figure for an invented detective story; the murder, suspects and investigation are fictional. Playable languages: English.
