Quebec City Murder Mystery Self Guided City Detective Game

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2 hours (approximately)
Offered in: German and 4 more

Start point: the Samuel de Champlain Monument, next to Dufferin Terrace - open the app and hit "Start."

Briefing in-app: your case file, suspects & how gameplay works (2-3 mins).

Chapters: 10-14 bite-size missions guiding you through Old Quebec highlights.

Gameplay: decode ciphers, match details on buildings, choose story paths.

Pacing: typical playtime ~90-120 minutes with optional cafe breaks.

Finish: back at the Samuel de Champlain Monument; get your team score & debrief screen.

Difficulty: Beginner to intermediate. Walking: ~2-3 km on old town streets and a few staircases.

Who it's for: Couples, friends, families with older kids, team bonding.

What's Included

Full availability: Every day of the year.
Access to the Quebec City Murder Mystery game in the Questo app
Flexibility: start, take a break and continue at your own pace.
Live game master or physical guide
No entrance fees necessary. The whole game takes place outdoors.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Monument Samuel-De Champlain

The game starts at the Samuel de Champlain Monument. 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 app, tap "Bought a quest somewhere else?" and enter your booking reference number.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Step into Death in the Shadows, a self-guided outdoor escape game that turns Old Quebec into your crime scene. Follow clues, interrogate story characters in-app, and piece together evidence as the city becomes your board.

You'll uncover hidden details around landmarks such as Place d'Armes, the Cathedral of the Holy Trinity and the Wolfe-Montcalm Monument, solving clever puzzles and unlocking twists. Start when you like, take breaks for coffee, and play entirely at your own pace, it's private to your group.

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Unlock the activity first using the same email you made the purchase with.
  • Bring a charged smartphone with internet connection.
  • This is a walking activity. Not recommended for people with restricted mobility.
Supplied by Questo

Tags

Self-guided Tours
Walking Tours
Escape Rooms
Fun & Games
Scavenger Hunts
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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