Drive through historic Stillwater and play detective in a 2.5-hour audio murder mystery. Follow a live GPS map, stop at ten clue sites, and piece together the case using a scripted, fully voiced app experience.
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The engine hums, the St. Croix River slides past the passenger window, and a crisp voice on your phone hands you a case file—welcome to Stillwater as a crime scene. This driving audio experience places you behind the wheel of a small-town mystery, moving between ten mapped locations on quiet streets and riverfront corridors as the story unfurls.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
Minimal physical exertion; able to handle short walks from parking to clue sites
Wildlife
History
Stillwater rose as a 19th-century logging and river-transport hub; its downtown preserves commercial buildings from the late 1800s and the iconic Stillwater Lift Bridge.
Conservation
The St. Croix River is a federally protected scenic corridor; visitors are encouraged to minimize roadside litter and stick to marked parking to reduce impacts on riverbank vegetation.
Reserve your spot on the Murder Mystery Detective Experience in Stillwater MN today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Download and Test the App First
Install the Hearo app and complete the tutorial before you arrive to avoid delays at the start point.
Bring a Phone Mount and Charger
Secure your device for safe navigation and carry a power bank—audio and GPS drain batteries quickly.
Park Considerately
Many stops are at popular downtown spots—use legal lots or designated street parking and avoid blocking driveways.
Use Car Stereo for Group Play
Connect one device to your vehicle speakers so the whole group hears clues and character voices clearly.
Smartphone with Hearo App
Runs the audio story, GPS map, and scoring system—required to play.
Car Phone Mount
Keeps the device visible for navigation and hands-free listening.
Portable Charger / Car Adapter
Maintains battery for GPS and audio over the 2–3 hour route.
Comfortable Shoes
Useful for short curb-to-clue walks or a quick detour to explore a site.