Sydney Shadows: The Ghost of the QVB
Players step into the shoes of a contemporary Sydney businessman, whose routine life is upended when the ghost of Mei Quong Tart, a Chinese businessman from the late 1800s, suddenly appears before him.
As players unravel the narrative, they'll discover that Mei was tragically murdered within the walls of the iconic Queen Victoria Building.
His restless spirit now seeks a champion to decipher the building's concealed riddles, the keys to setting his soul free. Traverse the historic corridors, delve into forgotten tales, and decode the mysteries to help Mei find the peace he so desperately craves.
per player · one-time · yours forever
An evening of adventure for less than two coffees
Each player races on their own phone.
Full refund until you start playing · 11 stops · 1–2 hrs · 1 km
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Places you will visit
11
It will take you
79-109 mins
You will walk
1320 steps
Total distance
1 km
Highlights
Discover what's hiding behind the Queen Victoria Building's mysterious locked doors
Visit the site of a World War 2 defence outpost
Learn the history of some of Sydney's oldest buildings
Walk the corridors where famous businessman Mei Quong Tart's ghost still roams.
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.
Adventure
Your pace, no timer
Escape
Beat the clock
Plays offline at your own pace — live group races need a connection.
Final leaderboard
Landmarks & Hidden Gems Included
Queen Victoria Statue
Royal Clock
Cenotaph
The mission: Your story in Sydney
Suddenly one afternoon, the ghost of a Chinese businessman Mei Quong Tart appears to you on your normal walk home through the city.
He explains to you that he was murdered inside the Queen Victoria Building and his soul cannot rest until someone manages to solve the hidden riddles of the building, to let his soul sail free.
Queen Victoria Building context
A Romanesque market building behind the ghost fiction
The Queen Victoria Building opened in 1898 as a municipal market designed in an elaborate Romanesque style. After decades of changing uses and threatened demolition, it was restored as a retail landmark. Stories about a ghost belong to folklore and this quest’s fiction; the building’s architecture, commercial history and survival are documented.
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
Quests are more fun with friends or family. Each player who wants to play on their own phone needs their own access.
Ratings and Reviews
57 ratings
EvilPirateMonkey
Chan
Chrystal Kimber
Samuel Kimber
Moroe Alexandru
Beat the best: Top Sydney explorers
Sydney Mum and avid armchair historian. I love delving into the past and discovering secrets and stories long forgotten.
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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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