Outdoor Things to Do in San Diego
Explore at your own pace with app-guided clues, puzzles, and hidden stories.
See San Diego, United States of America differently with Questo's self-guided walking tours, part walking tour, part outdoor escape game, all guided by your phone. Choose from 14 quests in San Diego, including player favourites like San Diego: Balboa Park Adventure and San Diego - Gaslamp Highlights. From murder mysteries and ghost tours to romantic walks, there's a route for every kind of explorer. Players rate San Diego's quests 4.6 out of 5 across 523 reviews. The routes cover 134 landmarks, monuments, and hidden corners across the city. From $9.99 per quest. No tour guide, no group, no fixed schedule, just you, your phone, and the city.
How it works
All quests in San Diego
San Diego: Balboa Park Adventure
3.8 km | Avg. time: 112 min
4.59 (248 reviews)$9.99Kid Quest: Solve the case of the lost senses in San Diego
1.9 km | Avg. time: 90 min
4.82 (11 reviews)$9.99San Diego - Gaslamp Highlights
2 km | Avg. time: 124 min
4.46 (151 reviews)$9.99Murder Mystery: Death in the Shadows in La Jolla, San Diego
2.4 km | Avg. time: 90 min
4.68 (25 reviews)from $17.99MultiplayerSan Diego: The Animals Have Fled the Zoo!
5.8 km | Avg. time: 130 min
4.71 (17 reviews)$9.99San Diego: Liberty Station
3.3 km | Avg. time: 79 min
4.43 (47 reviews)$9.99
What people have to say about quests in San Diego?
Based on 523+ Local Reviews
Daysie Leal
Kid Quest: Solve the case of the lost senses in San Diego
Sheldon Rosen
Murder Mystery: Death in the Shadows in La Jolla, San Diego
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San Diego: Balboa Park Adventure
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Kid Quest: Solve the case of the lost senses in San Diego
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San Diego: Balboa Park Adventure
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San Diego: Balboa Park Adventure
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San Diego: Balboa Park Adventure
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San Diego: Balboa Park Adventure
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San Diego: Balboa Park Adventure
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San Diego: Balboa Park Adventure
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Ways to explore San Diego with Questo
One app, one type of quest — different ways to play it.
As a scavenger hunt
Solve clues and puzzles at real San Diego landmarks. Race against the clock or take it at your own pace — and bring a group to compete for a spot on the leaderboard.
See all San Diego scavenger huntsAs 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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Frequently asked questions
What can I do in San Diego with Questo?
How many outdoor city games are available in San Diego?
Do I need to book an activity in San Diego in advance?
Looking for a date night idea in San Diego—what’s good?
Try the Murder Mystery: Solve the Case in San Diego quest. It mixes intrigue with charm—solving clues, walking through historic neighborhoods, and enjoying the city’s character together.
We want to try something fun and different in San Diego—any ideas?
Check out the San Diego: Balboa Park Adventure quest. You’ll wander through gardens and fountains, follow clues, uncover stories about century-old architecture, and explore spots you might’ve walked past without noticing.
I’ve got kids who get bored easily—what can we do?
Go for Kid Quest: Solve the Case of the Lost Senses or The Animals Have Fled the Zoo! Both are playful, interactive, and super engaging for little ones (ages ~4–10), plus parents get to enjoy exploring too.
What are the must-see places in San Diego that quests cover?
Places like Balboa Park, Gaslamp Quarter, Old Town, Seaport Village, plus some hidden gems like Harper’s Topiary Garden. Quests often let you explore both the famous and the lesser-known.
What’s a self-guided tour we can do without a guide or schedule?
The Liberty Station quest is great. You explore an arts district, historic navy buildings, street murals, fun food spots—at your pace, no group needed.
How long do these quests take, and when can we start?
Usually about 1–2 hours, depending on walking speed and how many breaks you take. You can start any time—in the morning, after lunch, or in the evening (just check daylight if outdoors).
See San Diego, United States of America differently with Questo's self-guided walking tours, part walking tour, part outdoor escape game, all guided by your phone. Choose from 14 quests in San Diego, including player favourites like San Diego: Balboa Park Adventure and San Diego - Gaslamp Highlights. From murder mysteries and ghost tours to romantic walks, there's a route for every kind of explorer. Players rate San Diego's quests 4.6 out of 5 across 523 reviews. The routes cover 134 landmarks, monuments, and hidden corners across the city. From $9.99 per quest. No tour guide, no group, no fixed schedule, just you, your phone, and the city.