Shakespeare’s London: Self-Guided Theatre Puzzle Quest

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1 hour 5 minutes to 1 hour 35 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

Play the engaging exploration game, based on the most bizarre conspiracy ever connected to William Shakespeare and find out how he became the celebrated ‘Bard’.

As you solve challenges, the story unfolds and exact directions on your phone will guide you to the next location. And you can play offline. Ready for an adventure?

Highlights include:
• Admire the pretty theatre The Old Globe, The Rose, London Bridge and many other lesser-known locations.
• Visit the place where bullfights and bear-baiting happened.
• Enjoy a uniquely crafted story brought to you by our talented writers.
• Solve clues to find local stories and hidden gems as you explore.
• Try a new type of experience, the perfect mix between a tour, outdoor escape game, and treasure hunt.

After your booking, you will receive an email with instructions on how to download and play the game on your phone. We recommend that each user purchases a ticket for an optimal experience, although several people can share a phone.

What's Included

24/7 customer support.
A city exploration game available on your phone (Questo app).
A tour guide.
Entry tickets to attractions (not needed to complete the tour).

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

• Go to London Bridge Underground Station (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.

End point

You will finish at Saint Mary Aldermanbury Garden.

Itinerary

Duration: 1 hour 5 minutes to 1 hour 35 minutes (approximately)
  • 1

    You will begin at London Bridge Underground Station. Here you will receive the first clue to solve the challenge that awaits you. Solving the challenge will unlock the next part of the story and give you the directions to the next stop.

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    George

    You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at The George Inn. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3

    You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at St. Thomas' Hospital. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    London Bridge

    You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at London Bridge. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 5

    You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at Southwark Cathedral Venue Hire. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Winchester Palace

    You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at Winchester Palace. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 7
    The Clink Prison Museum

    You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at The Clink Prison Museum. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.

    5 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 8

    You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at The Anchor. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 9
    Shakespeare's Globe

    You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at The Old Globe. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.

    5 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 10
    The Rose Theatre

    You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at The Rose. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.

    5 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 11
    Shakespeare's Globe

    You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at The New Globe. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.

    5 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 12
    College of Arms

    You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at The College of Arms. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 13
    The Cockpit

    You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at The Cockpit. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.

    5 minutes • Admission ticket not included
  • 14

    You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at The Shop at St Paul's Cathedral. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 15

    You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at The Candlemaker. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 16

    You will finish at Saint Mary Aldermanbury Garden. Here is where both the story and the city exploration games end.

    5 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Questo

Tags

Private Sightseeing Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Underground Tours
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Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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