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City exploration game
Spirits of Liverpool: A Ghost Detective
4.72Player rating
A DIFFERENT WAY TO SEE THE CITY
Play at your pace · usually 110 min 3.5 km Liverpool App-guided
Play in
EnglishGerman
The experience
About this quest
Liverpool is a city full of stories—but some refuse to rest. A shadowy figure is offering local ghosts something they can’t resist… at the cost of their souls. Strange whispers echo through alleyways, spectral sightings rise, and the line between worlds is wearing thin.
You are the last Paranormal Detective in Liverpool. To save both the living and the dead, you must follow the trail of clues, uncover who is behind this sinister plot, and restore balance before it's too late.
Explore eerie corners of the city, solve real-world puzzles, and uncover hidden truths as you walk with friends or family. This thrilling adventure mixes mystery, folklore, and urban exploration into an unforgettable quest. Will you stop the soul collector—or become his next victim?
Is this for you?
Who it's for
Horror fans, couples on a night out and friends on a hen or stag weekend get a Liverpool ghost walk on their own schedule: about two hours after dark, solving clues from Lime Street Station past St George's Hall, the old theatres and the Town Hall. If you want a live guide telling tales in person, or a story about ghosts trading their souls would scare younger children, choose another quest.
What makes this quest special
Highlights
Visit the most haunted places in town
Discover 10+ new creepy places around town
Find hidden objects and details on the buildings, while solving intriguing clues
Reveal the real stories of dreadful events and people who lived in these places
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
Liverpool
A · Start
Liverpool Lime Street, Liverpool L1 1JD, UK
B · Finish
St Johns Garden, Liverpool L1 1HF, UK
Start and finish only. Discover the stops as you play.
Along the way
Landmarks & Hidden Gems Included
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
- Best at night
- You can play while riding a bicycle
- Don’t enter the places, not part of the experience
- Use the phone flashlight for clues if needed
- Horror & Haunts
A little clarity before you go
Frequently asked questions
Is this a ghost tour of Liverpool?
It is a self-guided ghost walk played on your phone. You play a paranormal detective following clues through the city centre, hearing the stories of each place and solving puzzles in what is in front of you. There is no guide and no group to join, so you can start whenever you like.
Where does the ghost walk start and finish?
It starts inside Lime Street Station and finishes at St Johns Garden, close to where you began. On the way you pass Ma Egerton's Stage Door, St George's Hall, the Playhouse and Epstein theatres, The Bluecoat, the Queen Victoria Monument, the Town Hall, Thomas Rigby's and the Eleanor Rigby Statue.
How long does it take and how far is the walk?
Most players take around two hours, walking and puzzles included, over about 3.5 km. It plays best at night, and you may want your phone flashlight for some clues. You can pause at any point and continue later if you need a break.
Is the ghost walk suitable for kids?
The theme is horror and haunts, built around a shadowy figure offering local ghosts a deal at the cost of their souls, and it is best played after dark. It suits teenagers and adults better than young children. You do not enter any of the buildings; everything is played from outside.
Can we play as a group, and do we need to book a time?
Yes, one ticket covers the whole group playing together, which works well for friends, couples or a hen or stag party. There is no time slot to book: start whenever suits you, and you can also play it while riding a bicycle.
What kind of ghost stories will I hear?
Expect legends about vanished sailors, haunted pubs, old docks, and dark secrets hidden in old warehouses near the river. Something spookier than the usual ghost walk, with real history mixed in.
Would this be a good evening plan with a friend or partner?
Yes—walking through dim streets after sunset, following clues, sharing chills & laughs. Adds a whole new layer to Liverpool nights.
What landmarks or spooky spots will I pass by?
You’ll wander Docks, old factories, Albert Dock, St. George’s Hall, maybe some hidden alleys behind the waterfront that people don’t always notice.
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A self-guided ghost-story route through Liverpool
Spirits of Liverpool: A Ghost Detective is for ghost-story and horror fans who want atmosphere, clues and a private route through Liverpool rather than a standard sightseeing walk.
The route starts at Lime Street Station (inside) and finishes at St Johns Garden over 3.5 km, with 12 challenge locations. Typical duration: 110 min; 3.5 km walking route; 12 challenge locations
Choose this when solving and moving through the story is part of the fun. Choose a guided ghost tour when live narration and a group atmosphere matter more. Playable languages: English, German.
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