Play detective across ten mapped St. John’s locations in a 2.5‑hour self‑guided audio experience. Choose a downtown walking route or a driving map, listen to 16 professional voice characters, and piece together clues with a built‑in scoring system.
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The wind off the North Atlantic pulls at your collar as you press play and step onto Water Street — a compact city stage where alleys, row houses, and harbour views become clues. The audio drops you into a homicide investigation led by Commander Mahoney; voices narrate, witnesses speak, and the pavement underfoot keeps time as you move between ten mapped locations.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
Basic walking fitness; suitable for most people who can handle 2–3 hours of intermittent urban walking or short periods in a car.
Wildlife
History
St. John’s grew as a seasonal fishing port in the 16th century and became a permanent settlement with deep ties to the North Atlantic fishery and transatlantic communications at Signal Hill.
Conservation
Keep to sidewalks and staffed areas, avoid disturbing shoreline habitats, and carry out any trash — coastal urban areas are sensitive to litter and runoff.
Reserve your spot on the Murder Mystery Detective Experience in St Johns NL today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring earbuds
Audio clarity is essential — use earbuds for walking maps to hear dialogue and clues clearly, especially in busy streets.
Charge your phone
The game runs through a mobile app with GPS and audio; start with a full battery or a power bank.
Watch footing
Downtown sidewalks include uneven paving and short flights of stairs; wear supportive shoes and watch for wet surfaces.
Plan parking for driving map
If you choose the outskirts driving route, identify parking or pull‑over spots ahead to stop safely at each scene.
Earbuds or headphones
Ensures you hear dialogue and clues clearly in noisy outdoor settings.
Fully charged smartphone & power bank
Runs the app, GPS and audio for the full 2.5‑hour experience.
Comfortable walking shoes
Provides support on uneven sidewalks, short stairs and wet surfaces.
Waterproof jacket or windbreaker
North Atlantic weather changes fast; a lightweight waterproof layer keeps you comfortable.
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