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Sherlock Holmes London: Crack the Case Walking Tour & Escape Game

London, 1901. The city is cloaked in fog and grief after the Queen’s passing—but something darker stirs beneath its mourning veil. Famous figures, including Arthur Conan Doyle himself, have vanished. 

Desperate and frightened, Mrs. Doyle turns to you—a gifted clairvoyant detective—for answers. Your investigation begins in the very streets of London, where whispers from beyond the grave may hold the truth.

Follow the trail through shadowy alleys and stately squares, solve cryptic clues, and unlock the secrets hiding between this world and the next. “Sherlock Holmes London: Crack the Case” is more than a walk—it’s a real-world mystery adventure to share with friends or family. Discover the hidden corners of London, challenge your mind, and make memories that might just raise the dead.

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🌐 Play in 🇬🇧 English · 🇩🇪 Deutsch
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£10.99

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An evening of adventure for less than two coffees

How many players?
1

Each player races on their own phone.

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Full refund until you start playing · 13 stops · 1 hrs · 2.4 km

Staying a few days in London? All 15 London quests for £34.99 — pays for itself by quest #4. See the City Pass

Places you will visit

13

It will take you

48-78 mins

You will walk

3150 steps

Total distance

2.4 km

Highlights

  • Learn about the author who created the character of Sherlock Holmes

  • Explore how Sherlock still influences the area around Baker Street

  • Find out why Sherlock was such a skilled detective

  • Discover the friendship between Holmes and Watson

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.

Invite your whole crew — 2 friends or 200, split into teams.

Adventure

Your pace, no timer

Escape

Beat the clock

Plays offline at your own pace — live group races need a connection.

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The mission: Your story in London

The year is 1901, Queen Victoria has just died – and all of England is in mourning. However, strange things are happening on the streets of London. Important people are disappearing without a trace, including the writer Arthur Conan Doyle.
 
You are a clairvoyant detective hired by Mrs Doyle to track down her husband. She believes that the death of the Queen has caused chaos in the occult world, and the only way to discover the truth is to talk to the eldritch members of the spirit world!

Good to know before you play

  • Best during the day
  • Best for couples
  • Recommended activity for families

Tips & Recommendations

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Wear Comfortable Shoes

You will be walking throughout the city, so comfortable footwear is essential for enjoying the experience.

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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.

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Check the Weather

This is an outdoor activity. Bring an umbrella or sunscreen depending on the forecast.

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Bring a Camera

You will discover photogenic locations and hidden gems perfect for capturing memories.

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Stay Hydrated

Bring water, especially during warmer months or longer quests.

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Play with Friends

While you can play solo, quests are more fun with friends or family. One ticket works for a group.

Ratings and Reviews

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We offer fun games in London, delivering fantastic, in-depth experiences. Whatever you want to see and do in London, we have a game for you. Play your way around the city and soon you'll know London like the back of your hand Whether it’s your first time visiting or if you’re just returning for a day trip, we have an experience waiting to make your journey unforgettable.

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

Affordable per-group pricing

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

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