Outdoor Things to Do in Phoenix

Explore at your own pace with app-guided clues, puzzles, and hidden stories.

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What people have to say about quests in Phoenix?

4.5

Based on 112+ Local Reviews

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The Phoenix Art Heist: Murals, Mystery, and Masterpieces

it was super fun. great way to get steps in, plus bar hop and see the beauty of the city.

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Murder Mystery: Death in the Shadows in Phoenix

wooo! that was so much fun! such a fun idea! solving a mystery while walking & exploring downtown Phoenix!!

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The Phoenix Art Heist: Murals, Mystery, and Masterpieces

Overall really good! you have a great walk, go by lots of great shopping, food options, and bars.

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Ditch the Boring Dates: 3 Unforgettable Missions in Phoenix for Couples

Skip the repetitive coffee dates. Solve clues together and explore the city.

Murder Mystery: Crime on Date Night in Phoenix
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Murder Mystery: Crime on Date Night in Phoenix

Murder Mystery: Death in the Shadows in Phoenix
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Murder Mystery: Death in the Shadows in Phoenix

The Phoenix Art Heist: Murals, Mystery, and Masterpieces
4.61

The Phoenix Art Heist: Murals, Mystery, and Masterpieces

Ways to explore Phoenix with Questo

One app, one type of quest — different ways to play it.

As a scavenger hunt

Solve clues and puzzles at real Phoenix landmarks. Race against the clock or take it at your own pace — and bring a group to compete for a spot on the leaderboard.

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As a self-guided walking tour

A GPS-guided walking route with stories along the way. Play on your own schedule, stop and resume anytime — and once you've downloaded a quest, it works fully offline.

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For a spooky twist

Prefer chills over clues? Some Phoenix quests lean into haunted history and dark legends after dusk.

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Frequently asked questions

How do self-guided walking tours in Phoenix work?
Download the Questo app, pick a walking tour in Phoenix, and start walking. The app guides you with GPS to each stop, where you solve a clue or puzzle before moving on. Most tours take 60-120 minutes. No booking needed, start anytime.
How many walking tours are available in Phoenix?
Questo currently offers 10 self-guided walking tours in Phoenix. Prices start from $6.99 per person.
Do I need to book a walking tour in Phoenix in advance?
No, Questo walking tours are self-guided and available anytime. There is no booking, no fixed time, and no guide to meet. Just open the app when you are ready and start exploring Phoenix at your own pace.
Can I do quests with my kids here?

Yes. The Phoenix Art Heist is family-friendly. The clues are fun and visual, which works well for kids. You can pause for snacks or shade stops, then get back into the adventure.

Looking for a spooky vibe or thriller quest?

Murder Mystery: Solve the Case in Phoenix gives you that edge. Evening walk, hidden clues, historic architecture. It’s got the suspense without feeling too heavy.

I only have an hour or two—are there short quests?

Yes. Some quests are designed to be compact, about an hour or so if you walk briskly. Choose one closer to your location (e.g. in downtown or Roosevelt Row) so time isn’t eaten by transit.

Is there a quest that mixes art + storytelling here?

Yes — The Phoenix Art Heist: Murals, Mystery & Masterpieces turns the mural-strewn streets of Roosevelt Row into an art-story hunt. You’ll solve puzzles about stolen art, discover murals, and learn stories behind the creative pieces.

Looking for a creative date idea in Phoenix?

Check out The President’s Conspiracy in Phoenix. You two become secret agents, decoding a hidden society’s plots while walking through historic streets. Evening shadows, dramatic clues, and a mission to expose a conspiracy—this makes date night feel thrilling and unforgettable.

Discover Phoenix with Questo's self-guided walking tours. Follow app-guided clues through the revitalised Roosevelt Row arts district, past heritage buildings in downtown, and along the canal paths. Desert city stories, explore at your own pace, no booking needed.

About Phoenix

In Phoenix, Questo turns a walk through the United States into a self-guided city game. Pick one of 11 active Questo quests, follow clues on your phone, solve puzzles, and unlock a story as you move from stop to stop. There is no guide to meet and no fixed start time, so you can begin when the day works for you. Phoenix works well for travelers who want more than a checklist of sights. Each quest gives you a route, a reason to look closer, and small challenges that make the city feel interactive. Use the game as a playful way to plan time around local places such as Welcome To Roosevelt Row Art Installation, Herberger Theater Center, and Hugo Medina and Jesse Perry Murals. It suits couples, families, groups of friends, and solo explorers who like flexible outdoor activities. Choose a focused set of city games, pause whenever you want, and turn time in Phoenix into a walk with a plot.