What You Will Do
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.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
Meeting Point
• Go to the Algonquin Land Acknowledgement (game starting point).
• Bring a charged phone.
• Open the Questo app and follow the instructions.
• You must have downloaded the app and created an account first, using the same email you made the purchase with.
1
1110 Laurier Ave W
10 minutes
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.
2
Ottawa City Hall
10 minutes
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
National Arts Centre
10 minutes
Study your next clue on National Arts Center.
4
Senate of Canada Building
10 minutes
To unlock the next part of the story you will be given your next clue to solve the challenge that awaits you.
5
The National War Memorial
10 minutes
Look up your next clue to unlock the next part of the story and give you the correct directions.
6
Parliament Hill
10 minutes
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.
7
Fairmont Château Laurier
10 minutes
Receive your next clue. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
8
Rideau Canal, Locks 1 - 8 - Ottawa
10 minutes
Enjoy the view and continue exploring at your own pace.
9
Railway Street
10 minutes
Enjoy the view and continue exploring at your own pace.
10
Monument to the Algonquin Chief Tessouat
10 minutes
You will finish at Tessouat sculpture. Here is where both the story and the city exploration games end.
11
Canadian Museum of History
10 minutes
Explore at your own pace while admiring the Museum of History around you.
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