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Trace a real century-old mystery across Waikiki on a self-guided, GPS-driven walking game. Follow clues from the Surfrider plaque to the Moana Hotel, solve puzzles tied to local history, and move at your own pace.
Trace a real century-old mystery across Waikiki on a self-guided, GPS-driven walking game. Follow clues from the Surfrider plaque to the Moana Hotel, solve puzzles tied to local history, and move at your own pace.
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Operated by Riddle Routes · Honolulu, Hawaii
You step off Kalākaua Avenue where the ocean's hush meets a parade of palms and street vendors, phone in hand. The plaque in front of the Surfrider Hotel marks your starting point; from there the city pulls you along 1.5 miles of Waikiki sidewalk, public plazas and historic corners as waves dare you from across the sand.
moderate.
2–6 hours.
Should be able to walk 1.5 miles and stand for extended periods; basic stamina for heat and urban crowds recommended
After purchase you’ll receive text instructions and a link to unlock the GPS-guided game; begin at the Surfrider Hotel plaque as directed in the app.
Yes—kids who can read and solve simple puzzles will enjoy it; dogs are allowed but must be leashed and comfortable with urban stairs and crowds.
One purchase grants access for a team (2–5 people) on a single phone; the app is designed for shared play on one device.
Most stops are on public sidewalks and plazas and are wheelchair accessible, but some clue locations may require short navigation around crowds—check the app’s access notes as you go.
The game centers on the unresolved death of Jane Stanford at the Moana Hotel over a century ago and highlights Waikiki’s evolution from native shoreline and fishponds into a 20th-century resort district.
Stay on sidewalks and public paths, avoid touching cultural artifacts, and reduce single-use plastics—respecting both historic sites and coastal ecosystems helps keep Waikiki welcoming.
Riddle Routes operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
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