The Oz Escape in Tucson
🎵Enjoy original new songs, in the theme of Oz, specially created for this game, available in the app and on-demand when you get home.
🎁 Get rewarded with special gifts for your accomplishments.
🧙Participate in the costume contest by submitting a photo in your fanciest attire.
Make sure you have your phone charged and your walking shoes on!
Live in Tucson? The Annual Pass is how locals play — $79.99/yr. See the Annual Pass →
Places you will visit
15
You will walk
2370 steps
Total distance
1.8 km
Highlights
Hunt for clues and solve witty puzzles as you walk around town
Follow an original Oz storyline
Listen to new themed songs
Learn unknown fun facts about the Oz universe
Meet other people role-playing as Oz characters
Compete or work together to solve the mission
Get a chance to win prizes for best-costumed
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
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
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Frequently asked questions
Looking for something magical in the Tucson heat?
Go on this quest early or late afternoon. Between murals and shady plaza stops, The Oz Escape gives you a story-book adventure walking through town, chasing puzzles, and beating the witch—all while catching some cooling breezes.
Is this a good date idea that isn’t dinner+movie?
Yes. Walk together from El Presidio Plaza, follow clues near Alameda, maybe snap photos in costume, and end with dessert downtown. Shared adventure + sparkle = a date you’ll actually remember.
Will kids enjoy this one too?
Definitely. The theme is whimsical, with puzzles that spark curiosity (not horror). Kids love the songs, characters, and seeing places you’d usually just drive past. Plus breaks are easy since the route is short (~1.8 km).
What’s the vibe if I go at sunset or after dark?
It becomes dreamier. Cooler air, long shadows, streetlights flicker, costume photos pop—the atmosphere feels cinematic. The Oz Escape shines at dusk for sure.
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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 |
