Seattle Downtown Quest: Self-Guided History Adventure
Step into Seattle’s past and uncover the hidden stories that shaped the city through an interactive walking quest. Explore downtown like never before as you dive into tales of fire, fortune, and underground secrets.
Guided by your smartphone, you’ll solve 10 clever puzzles while discovering landmarks tied to the Klondike Gold Rush, the Great Seattle Fire, and the mysterious Seattle Underground. Every challenge unlocks a new layer of history, guiding you seamlessly through historic streets, squares, and famous sites. No map, GPS, or guide needed—just solve the clues and reveal the secrets.
What makes this tour unique? It’s a story-driven adventure that combines Seattle’s colorful history with interactive discovery, giving you the freedom to explore at your own pace while bringing the past vividly to life.
Perfect for curious travelers, families, friends, and history buffs who love solving puzzles and uncovering hidden gems.
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Seattle Downtown Quest: Self-Guided History Adventure
What's included in Seattle Downtown Quest: Self-Guided History Adventure
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Klondike Gold Rush National Historical ParkPass-by Only
Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park is a national historical park operated by the National Park Service that seeks to commemorate the Klondike Gold Rush of the late 1890s. Here you will have to look around to find the answer to our challenge to advance to the new location and learn the story of this place.
Occidental ParkPass-by Only
The park's totem poles and woodcarvings are by Duane Pasco (1970s). They were donated by art gallery owner Richard White and installed in the 1980's. "The tallest totem, Sun and Raven, tells the story of Raven's theft of the moon and was created for the 1974 Spokane World's Fair. The nearby Man Riding on Tail of Whale was carved in 1971. The westernmost of the two facing figures is Tsonoqua, a mythological giantess and 'nightmare bringer' invoked by exasperated North Coast mothers to frighten their children into obedience. Here you will have to look around to find the answer to our challenge to advance to the new location and learn the story of this place.
Pioneer SquarePass-by Only
Art galleries, coffee shops and trendy bars fill Pioneer Square’s late-1800s Romanesque Revival buildings. Tourists explore subterranean streets on the guided Underground Tour, and learn about Seattle’s roots at the Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park. Office workers unwind in secluded Waterfall Garden Park or grab lunch from food trucks at Occidental Square, a plaza with bistro tables and bocce courts. Here you will have to look around to find the answer to our challenge to advance to the new location and learn the story of this place.
Inclusions
- Storyline content about Seattle’s historical events
- Mobile access code for the quest
- 10 interactive puzzle challenges
- Flexibility: pause and resume anytime
- A physical tour guide
- 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
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- Please use Google Maps or other map services to arrive at this location. When you arrive, please follow the instructions inside the Questo app closely.
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Ticket Redemption
To play the game, go to https://www.questoapp.com/unlock, and add your booking number and e-mail address to unlock the game. Then, download the Questo app and create a new account. For help, please reach out at https://www.questoapp.com/chat
