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.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.Study your next clue on National Arts Center.To unlock the next part of the story you will be given your next clue to solve the challenge that awaits you.Look up your next clue to unlock the next part of the story and give you the correct directions.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.Receive your next clue. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.Enjoy the view and continue exploring at your own pace.Enjoy the view and continue exploring at your own pace.You will finish at Tessouat sculpture. Here is where both the story and the city exploration games end.Explore at your own pace while admiring the Museum of History around you.
Canada · Storytelling Tours
Ottawa Mystery Quest: Self-Guided Detective Adventure
The journey
- 01 Self-guided detective adventure through Ottawa
- 02 Solve 10 puzzle challenges across the city
- 03 Explore at your own pace with pause-and-resume flexibility
- 04 Interactive storyline revealed clue by clue
- 05 Discover Ottawa landmarks through gameplay
- 06 Phone-based experience with mobile access code
Turn downtown Ottawa into your own detective case on this self-guided mystery quest. Using your phone, you’ll follow clues, solve puzzle challenges, and uncover a story that leads you through the city’s historic heart, blending sightseeing with interactive gameplay.
Along the way, discover well-known landmarks and hidden corners at your own pace, with the freedom to pause whenever you like. Ideal for curious travellers, couples, families, and anyone who enjoys storytelling, city walks, and a fun challenge.
You will finish at Tessouat sculpture.
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What's Included
- Mobile access code for the quest
- 10 puzzle challenges across Ottawa
- Engaging storyline as a private investigator
- Pause and resume anytime for total flexibility
What's Not Included
- A tour guide.
- Entry tickets to attractions (no needed to complete the tour)
Know before you go
- STROLLER OR PRAM ACCESSIBLE
- ANIMALS OR PETS ALLOWED
- PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Infants must not sit on laps
- Infant seats unavailable
- • Unlock your city game in the Questo app using this link:
- • Download the Questo app using this link (it’s free):
- • Head to the starting point and enjoy your city game!
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Your 4 hours finish where they began, in Ottawa.
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