The 6 Best City Exploration Games in the UK

1.Glasgow Ghost Hunt: The Soul That Got Away Exploration Game

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 71 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $6Our pick

Use the Questo app to follow a self-guided ghost hunt from Glasgow Central to George Square. Solve clues at the Lighthouse, House of Fraser, Tron Theatre, Merchant City, Buchanan Street, and City Chambers. It costs $6 per person, takes about 90 minutes, and lets you pause or restart at your own pace.

“It was a lot of fun getting to know the city better and solving the quests. I would reccomend! ......................................................................................................”

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2.Bristol Street Art: Banksy Exploration Game and Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 39 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $6

Use the Questo app to follow a self-guided route from the Mercure Bristol Grand Hotel to Charlotte Street, solving 11 location-based puzzles along the way. You’ll see Banksy, El Mac, Aryz, and Pixel Pancho, with stories about Bristol’s street art. There is no physical guide, and you can start whenever you like.

“My husband and I spent a great couple of hours strolling around Bristol looking at the graffiti. It was a great way to see the city and the art work”

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3.Norwich City Game: Medieval Mystery & Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 33 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours (approx.) · from $6

This self-guided Norwich walking game uses the Questo app to lead you from St Andrew’s Plain through medieval streets, cathedral lanes, ancient gates, bridges, and Norwich Castle. You solve challenges as a 16th-century adventurer, pause whenever you like, and finish near Charing Cross. Bring a charged phone and download the app before you start.

“Loved doing this. Fun way to explore the highlights of the city. Enjoyed learning the history too. Would recommend”

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4.Ghosts of Edinburgh: Bloody Past Exploration Game and Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 25 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $7

Follow an app-led mystery through central Edinburgh, beginning at The Mound and ending near West Bow. Solve clues at haunted and historic places including Edinburgh Castle, St Giles’ Cathedral, Mary King’s Close, Greyfriars Bobby, and the Grassmarket. You set the pace, pause when needed, and play offline without a physical guide.

“So much fun at night. I would love to do it again with my 15 year old daughter. Well designed map and puzzles”

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5.Birmingham: City Walking Tour and Exploration Game

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 7 reviews · 365 days

Start at St Martin’s Church by the Bullring and follow a 2-mile puzzle trail through central Birmingham to the Cathedral. The Go Quest Adventures app guides your private group past canals, Centenary Square, the Floozy in the Jacuzzi, city landmarks, and a few surprises. Allow 2.5 to 3 hours, bring a charged phone, and play in English during daylight.

“certains indices laissent porter à confusion sur ce qu'il faut trouver”

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6.City Walking Tour & Exploration Game

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · 365 days Top rated

Start near Bath Abbey and use the Go Quest Adventures app to solve puzzles, complete challenges, and follow a two-mile route through Bath. You’ll pass the River Avon, Royal Crescent, and Roman Baths while learning quirky facts. One $35 booking covers up to five people, with children under eight free.

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