Failed art heist in the City of Oaks, Stellenbosch.
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🧩 Gamified Discovery: Solve 13 location-based puzzles to unlock hidden stories and secret spots.
📍 Starting Point: Stellenbosch University Museum, 52 Ryneveld St, Stellenbosch Central, Stellenbosch, 7600, South Africa
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Places you will visit
13
It will take you
151-181 mins
You will walk
4200 steps
Total distance
3.2 km
Route you will explore
Starting point Stellenbosch University Museum
52 Ryneveld St, Stellenbosch Central, Stellenbosch, 7600, South AfricaFinish point Die Laan
2 Die Laan, Stellenbosch Central, Stellenbosch, 7600, South AfricaAbout this quest
On this historical-fantasy tour, you'll see iconic landmarks such as the oldest running hotel in South Africa (Oude Werf), the Neo-Gothic Style Church (Moederkerk) and the oldest pub in Stellenbosch (De Akker).
Come and enjoy a stroll through the City of Oaks. Will you able to find all the hidden sculptures?
Highlights
The city's origin and its founder, Simon Van Der Stel.
The Mill Industry and how it was powered by water ways.
Traditional Festivals such as the 'Papagaai pop' and the Van der Stel-fair.
The Theology Faculty and the University Museum.
La Gratitdue - homestead of the first Dutch Reformed Minister in Stellenbosch.
The mission: Your story in Stellenbosch
However, the morning before the exhibition, you find an unknown cloaked figure enchanting the art sculptures, shrinking and shoving them into a suitcase.
Before you could respond, he sees you and hastily runs out of the art museum. You bolt after him without hesitation.
Will you be able to catch him and recover the art sculptures before the exhibition starts later that evening?
Landmarks & Hidden Gems Included
The Rhenish Church
De Nieuwe Molen
The Accidental Tourist
The Old Mac Statue
The Stellenbosch University Museum
Good to know before you play
- If the weather gets cold, you can pause and go inside to warm up at almost any location in the game
- We recommend not playing at night
- No attractions ticket(s) required
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 |
