Turn Ann Arbor’s streets into a crime scene with a 10-stop audio detective game. Use the walking or driving map, follow professional voice-acted clues, and see if your deductions earn a top Case Performance Score.
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You step onto a downtown sidewalk with the city humming: trampling feet, distant student laughter, and the Huron River threading the town like a dare. The app cues the first voice—Commander Mahoney—pulling you into a case that asks you to look closer at storefronts, plaques, and street corners.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
Lightly active: comfortable walking fitness for up to 2–3 hours, with frequent stops; driving option reduces exertion
Wildlife
History
Ann Arbor grew around the University of Michigan after its 1824 founding; the city’s grid and river crossings trace settlement and glacial landforms.
Conservation
Stick to sidewalks and marked trails to protect riverbanks and urban green spaces; dispose of earbuds and batteries responsibly to reduce litter.
Reserve your spot on the Murder Mystery Detective Experience in Ann Arbor MI today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring fully charged phone
The experience is app-based and runs about 2.5 hours; pack a power bank to avoid interruptions.
Use earbuds for audio clarity
Voices and subtle clues are easier to hear with close-listening earbuds—limit two listeners per device when possible.
Wear comfortable shoes
Downtown route uses sidewalks and occasional uneven brick; supportive footwear keeps observation sharp.
Park legally and safely
If using the driving map, stop in legal parking spots or pull completely off the road before listening.
Smartphone with app installed
Runs the audio, maps, and scoring system—required to play.
Earbuds or headphones
Ensures you hear dialogue and clues clearly in noisy urban settings.
Portable phone charger
Prevents battery drain during the roughly 2.5-hour experience.
Comfortable walking shoes
Supportive shoes make the walking route more comfortable over varied pavement.