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Play detective in Gamla Stan with a self-guided 1966 murder mystery that starts by the Royal Palace. Walk 1.5 km through narrow streets, collect clues and finish at Riddarhustorget and the Supreme Court.
Play detective in Gamla Stan with a self-guided 1966 murder mystery that starts by the Royal Palace. Walk 1.5 km through narrow streets, collect clues and finish at Riddarhustorget and the Supreme Court.
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Operated by Solve A Mystery · Stockholm, Stockholm County
You step off the quay into cobbled alleys where lamplight still seems to remember the 1960s. The Old Town’s narrow lanes press close, facades of ochre and brick watching as you unfold a paper envelope of clues and become an investigator in a city that has seen centuries of trade, intrigue and law.
easy.
2–2.5 hours.
Light walking; suitable for most fitness levels but requires standing and short walks on cobbles.
The self-guided experience covers about 1.5 km and typically takes 2–2.5 hours depending on pace and how long you spend on clues.
No — the product is self-guided with instant confirmation; collect your envelope and begin whenever the pick-up location is open.
Main sections around the Royal Palace and larger squares are wheelchair accessible, but some narrow alleys may be tight; contact the operator for detailed accessibility needs.
The murder mystery is inspired by true events and set in 1966, but it fictionalizes characters and plot points for gameplay and entertainment.
Gamla Stan grew from a 13th-century trading settlement; its narrow plan and preserved townhouses reflect medieval and early modern Stockholm.
Stick to paved streets, avoid touching historic façades, and use public transport to reduce your footprint in the protected Old Town area.
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