Ottawa Mystery Quest: Self-Guided Detective Adventure

Duration3h 20m - 3h 50m

Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before

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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted

LanguagesEnglish, French

Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Step into the shoes of a private investigator and uncover the secrets hidden in Ottawa’s historic heart. This thrilling quest lets you explore Canada’s capital like never before through puzzles, clues, and an unfolding mystery.

With just your phone, you’ll navigate through 10–15 interactive challenges that guide you to City Hall, the Senate of Canada, and other iconic and lesser-known landmarks. As you solve clues, a gripping detective story unfolds, revealing the fascinating characters and moments that shaped the city. Each puzzle unlocks hidden stories, curious facts, and new directions, no guide or map needed.

What makes this tour unique?
It’s an immersive experience that blends storytelling, history, and outdoor escape-game mechanics to turn downtown Ottawa into a living mystery adventure.

Perfect for curious travelers, couples, families, and amateur sleuths looking to explore the city in a fun and interactive way.

What's included

Pause and resume anytime for total flexibility
Engaging storyline as a private investigator
10 puzzle challenges across Ottawa
Mobile access code for the quest

A tour guide.
Entry tickets to attractions (no needed to complete the tour)

What to expect

10m

You will begin at the Algonquin Land Acknowledgement. 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.
10m

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.
10m

Study your next clue on National Arts Center.
10m

To unlock the next part of the story you will be given your next clue to solve the challenge that awaits you.
10m

Look up your next clue to unlock the next part of the story and give you the correct directions.
10m

You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at Parliament. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
10m

Receive your next clue. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
10m

Enjoy the view and continue exploring at your own pace.
Alexandra Bridge
10m

Enjoy the view and continue exploring at your own pace.
10m

You will finish at Tessouat sculpture. Here is where both the story and the city exploration games end.
10m · Admission ticket not included

Explore at your own pace while admiring the Museum of History around you.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The game starts at Marion Dewar Plaza, City Hall. 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 Tessouat sculpture.

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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