New York Walking Tour: Self-Guided City Game

New York City, USA
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Duration1h - 1h 30m
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Discover New York's hidden gems and iconic landmarks on this self-guided walking quest. Your smartphone becomes your guide, delivering clever puzzles, local stories, and riddles at every stop.

Each solved challenge unlocks the next location, creating a rewarding adventure that combines sightseeing with interactive gameplay. See New York through fresh eyes.

This 1–2 hour private quest runs 24/7 — start whenever you want, go at your own pace, and pause anytime. Available in 5+ languages.

What's included

  • 24/7 customer support.
  • A city exploration game available on your phone (Questo app).
  • A tour guide.
  • Entry tickets to attractions (not needed to complete the tour)

What to expect

  1. 5m
    You will begin at 55 Central Park West. Here you will be given your first clue to solve the challenge that awaits you, which will unlock the next part of the story and give you the directions to the next stop.
  2. 5m
    Here you will find your first clue to solve the challenge that awaits you, which will unlock the next part of the story and give you the directions to the next stop.
  3. 5m
    Study your next clue on The Pythian.
  4. 5m
    To unlock the next part of the story you will be given your next clue to solve the challenge that awaits you.
  5. 5m
    Look up your next clue to unlock the next part of the story and give you the correct directions.
  6. 5m
    You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at Verdi Square. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
  7. 5m
    You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at The Ansonia. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
  8. 5m
    Receive your next clue. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
  9. 5m
    Enjoy the view and continue exploring at your own pace.
  10. 5m
    Explore at your own pace while admiring the buildings around you.
  11. 5m
    To solve the challenge that awaits you at Theodore Roosevelt Park you will be given the next clue.
  12. 5m · Admission ticket not included
    See the galleria and get your next clue to solve the challenge and get new directions.
  13. 5m · Admission ticket not included
    Enjoy the view and continue exploring at your own pace.
  14. 5m
    Explore at your own pace while admiring the buildings around you.
  15. 5m
    You will finish at The Dakota. Here is where both the story and the city exploration games end.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The game starts at 55 Central Park West. After booking, we'll message you a code and activation link. Activate with your own email, then log in to the Questo app with that email. No message? Open the Questo app, tap "Bought a quest somewhere else?" and enter your booking reference number.

End point

You will finish at The Dakota.

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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