Are you ready to discover San Diego?
Please note that this game ends in a different place than it starts.
Starting point: Gaslamp Historical Sign
Endpoint: Balboa Theatre
San Diego Explorer Pass
Explore the whole city — not just one corner.
≈ $5.71 a quest · 7 quests included
Places you will visit
10
It will take you
109-139 mins
You will walk
2630 steps
Total distance
2 km
Highlights
Wander through the same streets that housed notorious brothels, gambling halls, and a little bit of mischief.
Take a ride with the ghosts to room 309 in one of San Diego’s oldest hotels.
Smell the sweet flavors of historical pie as you imagine a much simpler time.
Meet a fortune teller that only wants the best for her girls.
The mission: Your story in San Diego
Your adventures on the high seas can’t last forever and the hole in your heart has only widened from not seeing the love of your life, Amelia. She has been waiting years for your return in a dangerous and scary town.
Will you find her, or has it swallowed her whole?
Good to know before you play
- Best during the day
- Best for couples
- Recommended activity for families
- Don’t enter the places, not part of the experience
Tips & Recommendations
Wear Comfortable Shoes
You will be walking throughout the city, so comfortable footwear is essential for enjoying the experience.
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.
Check the Weather
This is an outdoor activity. Bring an umbrella or sunscreen depending on the forecast.
Bring a Camera
You will discover photogenic locations and hidden gems perfect for capturing memories.
Stay Hydrated
Bring water, especially during warmer months or longer quests.
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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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
| Feature | Regular Guided Tours | Questo |
|---|---|---|
| Flexibility | Fixed schedules & no pausing | Start, pause, and resume anytime |
| Privacy | Crowds of up to 30 strangers | Private experience for your group only |
| Pricing | $30-$40 per person | Affordable per-group pricing |
| Availability | Requires advance booking | Instant access 24/7/365 |
| Experience | Passive listening to a guide | Active gamification; you solve the mystery |
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