Walking Tours

Philadelphia Old Town Solve the Case: Self-Guided City Exploration Game

Explore Philadelphia with a self-guided city game, accessible anytime in the Questo app.
Go at your own pace - no guides and no groups of strangers involved.
Walk cobbled streets and burial grounds in one of America's most haunted cities.
Explore Independence Mall, where the country's founding documents were written.
See the Liberty Bell and Benjamin Franklin's grave.
Learn about Philly's charm and crime in Old City and Chinatown.
Finish at the Reading Terminal Market, perfect for a bite to eat.
English only

Access to the self-guided city exploration game in the Questo app
Unlimited availability. Play any day, at any hour.
Pause and resume anytime
No group limit - bring as many friends as you want!
English only

Physical tour guide or game master (NOT NEEDED)
Parking fees
WiFi
Transportation
Food or drinks

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Follow the trail of a missing son in this self-guided exploration game, starting on the Delaware River waterfront. Meander through the quaint cobbled streets of Old City, solving puzzles to learn the history and origins of Philly's most celebrated sites, from Elfreth's Alley and Christ Church past the Liberty Bell and Benjamin Franklin's grave to Chinatown and the Reading Terminal Market.

Along the way you solve challenges in the Questo app, learn historical facts and local myths, and discover hidden spots that only locals know and most tourists pass by. The walk covers about 5 km and takes around 1.5 hours, with no time limit.

Are you ready to solve the case?

What to bring

Smartphone: Bring a smartphone with at least 50% battery to run the Questo city game.

Internet: Ensure your phone has a stable mobile internet connection for the entire game.

What's not allowed

Wheelchairs: Wheelchair use is not supported on this experience, as it's not wheelchair accessible.

Infant laps: Infants must not sit on laps during the experience.

Infant seats: Infant seats are not provided for this experience.

Accessibility

Wheelchair access: Not wheelchair accessible; stroller or pram use is possible along the route.

Strollers: Stroller or pram access is available along the game route.

Additional information

App requirement: After purchase, download the Questo app on your phone to access the game.

Starting the game: Head to the starting point shown in the app, then begin your city game.

Public transport: Public transportation is available nearby, which can help you reach the starting area.

Pets: Animals or pets are allowed during this city exploration game.

Duration: The city game takes about 2 hours, but there is no time limit so you can go at your own pace.

Flexibility: You can start at any hour, pause whenever you like, and resume the game later.

Availability: The tour is available to book 24/7, every day of the week.

Kids: Kids can join the experience for free on this city game.

Please check your final voucher for the redemption details and specific instructions.

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