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 in front of the Samuel de Champlain Monument. Before heading out to play, make sure to have downloaded the app "Questo" on your phone and created an account with the same email used for booking. The game will be automatically unlocked and available in the "Quests" section.

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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