Turn Central Park into your crime scene: a 90-minute, self-guided detective quest that leads you through iconic landmarks and secret corners while you solve 12 interactive puzzles on your phone. Perfect for curious walkers who want a playful, outdoor escape room in NYC.
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You step off the sidewalk into a wide swath of grass and path, phone in hand, and the city noise recedes under the steady rustle of plane trees. Central Park becomes a stage: lamplights, bridges and stairways cue clues, and the path ahead dares you to read the city differently.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1–2 hours
Fitness Level
Minimal fitness required—able to walk a couple of miles on flat to gently sloped paved paths.
Wildlife
History
Central Park was designed by Olmsted and Vaux in the 1850s as one of the first major urban public parks in the U.S., combining landscaped and naturalistic elements to serve a growing city.
Conservation
Central Park Conservancy manages restoration and maintenance—stay on paths, pack out litter, and avoid disturbing lawns or plantings to protect sensitive habitats and gardens.
Reserve your spot on the Central Park NYC Murder Mystery Outdoor Detective Escape Game today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Charge your phone fully
The game runs through the Questo app and relies on GPS—carry a fully charged phone and a power bank for 90+ minutes of play.
Wear comfortable walking shoes
Expect 1–2 miles on paved and compacted paths; supportive footwear keeps the focus on clues, not sore feet.
Start early to avoid crowds
Begin in the morning or on a weekday to move through puzzles more quietly and enjoy clearer photos for visual clues.
Download and unlock in advance
Unlock your booking at questoapp.com/unlock and download the Questo app before arrival to avoid delays at the start point (North Square).
Smartphone with Questo app
Needed to unlock clues, navigate the route, and interact with puzzles.
Portable charger (power bank)
Keeps your phone powered through the 90-minute game and any photo or map use.
Comfortable walking shoes
Support for mixed paved and compacted surfaces across roughly 1–2 miles.
Light rain jacket
Quick protection against showers common in spring; compact and useful if the forecast shifts.
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