Jack the Ripper in London: Quest Experience
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Is Jack the Ripper in London: Quest Experience worth booking?
Jack the Ripper in London: Quest Experience is a 2-hour experience in London, United Kingdom, from $5 per person. It scores 64 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.6/5 rating across 11 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 64 / 100
- Rating
- 4.6/5 (11)
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $5 per person
Embark on a quest that will take you through the slashing grounds of the most infamous serial killer in history. With every step you take, you will get closer to solving a mystery that has baffled the world for more than
What you get
About this experience
Embark on a quest that will take you through the slashing grounds of the most infamous serial killer in history. With every step you take, you will get closer to solving a mystery that has baffled the world for more than a century: who was Jack the Ripper? Highlights: Wander into the sinister alleys where Jack the Ripper used to hunt his victims Visit the sites of Jack the Rippers’ bloodiest murders Step into the pub where Jack the Ripper’s victims had their last drinks Meet the main suspects and find out details of the police investigation Discover historic places around the vibrant neighborhood of Whitechapel in London’s East End. Try a new type of experience, the perfect mix between a tour, an outdoor escape game, and a treasure hunt. Each clue will lead you from one place to another by providing you with exact directions so you won't need a map, GPS, or guide. As you answer the questions, solve the challenge, or guess the answer, the secret story of each place is unlocked.
What's included
Included
- This experience can be played anytime after booking without rescheduling
- Play offline: you DON'T NEED an internet connection to play this city game
- If your group is larger than 15 people, no worries. Just make multiple bookings.
Not included
- A physical tour guide
What you'll see and do
Opening in 1929, when the volume of imported produce coming through the docks more than doubled in the ten years after the First World War, the mighty Fruit & Wool Exchange in Spitalfields was created to maintain London’s pre-eminence as a global distribution centre. The classical stone facade, closely resembling the design of Nicholas Hawksmoor’s Christ Church nearby, established it as a temple dedicated to fresh produce as fruits that were once unfamiliar, and fruits that were out of season, became available for the first time to the British people. Here you will have to look around to find the answer to our challenge to advance to the new location and learn the story of this place.
10 minutes here · Admission not included
Christ Church Spitalfields
Christ Church Spitalfields is an Anglican church built between 1714 and 1729 to a design by Nicholas Hawksmoor. On Commercial Street in the East End and in today's Central London it is in the London Borough of Tower Hamlets, on its western border facing the City of London, it was one of the first (and arguably one of the finest) of the so-called "Commissioners' Churches" built for the Commission for Building Fifty New Churches, which had been established by an Act of Parliament in 1711. Here you will have to look around to find the answer to our challenge to advance to the new location and learn the story of this place.
10 minutes here · Admission not included
The Ten Bells is a public house at the corner of Commercial Street and Fournier Street in Spitalfields in the East End of London. It is sometimes noted for its supposed association with two victims of Jack the Ripper, Annie Chapman and Mary Kelly. Here you will have to look around to find the answer to our challenge to advance to the new location and learn the story of this place.
10 minutes here · Admission not included
19 Princelet Street in Spitalfields is a unique cultural institution, in one of London’s smallest and most beautiful historic buildings. Its shabby front doors are rarely open to the public: beyond are secrets and suitcases, poems and potatoes, threads of history linking to today’s debates over migration, minorities and multiculturalism. Here you will have to look around to find the answer to our challenge to advance to the new location and learn the story of this place.
10 minutes here
The Old Truman Brewery
The Old Truman Brewery, East London's revolutionary arts and media quarter, is home to a hive of creative businesses as well as exclusively independent shops, galleries, markets, bars and restaurants. For over twenty years the Old Truman Brewery has been regenerating its ten acres of vacant and derelict buildings into spectacular office, retail, leisure and event spaces. The finely tuned mix of business and leisure has created an environment unique in London, making the Old Truman Brewery a destination in its own right. Here you will have to look around to find the answer to our challenge to advance to the new location and learn the story of this place.
10 minutes here · Admission not included
Brick Lane Jamme Masjid, formerly known as the London Jamme Masjid, is a Muslim place of worship in Central London and is in the East End of London. The building at 59 Brick Lane, on the corner of Fournier Street, has been home to a succession of Christian, Jewish, and Muslim communities since its construction in the mid-eighteenth century, reflecting the waves of immigration in the neighbourhood of Spitalfields. The former Great Synagogue is a Grade II* listed building; the adjacent former school buildings (now used as an ancillary building to the mosque) is listed Grade II. Here you will have to look around to find the answer to our challenge to advance to the new location and learn the story of this place.
10 minutes here · Admission not included
Happy Days restaurant is a small London based restaurant with a rich heritage. Historically Happy Days Restaurant (or more rather the flats it used to be in the 1880's) plays a major role in the story of the notorious Jack the Ripper! It is the site of one the only clues ever to be found in connection with the criminal. Furthermore it is the site of one of his most famous graffiti works, a plaque of which can be found hanging on our wall! Here you will have to look around to find the answer to our challenge to advance to the new location and learn the story of this place.
10 minutes here · Admission not included
The square occupies the site of the cloister of Holy Trinity Priory, Aldgate which was demolished under Henry VIII at the time of the Dissolution of the Monasteries. The south corner of the square was the site of the murder of Catherine Eddowes by Jack the Ripper. Her mutilated body was found there at 1:45 in the morning on 30 September 1888. This was the westernmost of the Whitechapel murders and the only one located within the City. Here you will have to look around to find the answer to our challenge to advance to the new location and learn the story of this place.
10 minutes here
The White Hart
The White Hart is the only long-standing pub left on the north side of the High Street. It claims on its front signage to have been founded in 1721, a date of uncertain provenance, but it was certainly known by 1723, when the Custom House men confiscated sixteen bushels of coffee ‘concealed in a Load of Faggots’ at the White Hart Inn. Here you will have to look around to find the answer to our challenge to advance to the new location and learn the story of this place.
10 minutes here · Admission not included
Berner Street, now called Henriques Street, was the scene of what is generally accepted as the third murder committed by Jack the Ripper. Berner Street is a narrow street leading in an North to South direction off Commercial Road, Whitechapel. Here you will have to look around to find the answer to our challenge to advance to the new location and learn the story of this place.
10 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
London
Please use Google Maps or other map services to arrive at this location. When you arrive, please follow the instructions inside the Questo app closely.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Questo
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 10 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
4 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
10 verified traveler reviews for Jack the Ripper in London: Quest Experience. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Great fun evening!
If you want to find out about Whitechapel in 1888 and compare to today as well as hear about the Ripper Murders then this is the tour for you. The route takes in some fascinating locations that tourists often miss. It’s a great way to discover the area and solve puzzles along the route. Will you find out who Jack the Ripper was? You can stop along the route and try the local bars and food!
Response from the operator: Thank you for the fantastic review! We're so glad you enjoyed diving into the history of Whitechapel and uncovering its secrets from 1888. It’s true—this quest is a unique way to explore both the past and present of the area, with plenty of intriguing stops along the way. And who knows… maybe you will be the one to solve the mystery of Jack the Ripper!
via Tripadvisor
Fun and informative
Really good fun. The game was easy to use, interesting and the element of competition was great! You can choose how much of the history you wish to read, but it isn't an information overload - it's written in a fun and captivating manner.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear that you had a great time with the game and enjoyed the balance of fun, history, and competition. It’s awesome to know that the experience was engaging and not overwhelming, as we strive to keep it both informative and enjoyable. We appreciate your feedback and hope to see you back for more adventures soon!
via Tripadvisor
Rip off about Jack the Ripper
There was nothing in this walk that was worth the money I spent on it. The explanations were poor, the directions inexistant. I ended up using Google to learn more about the Ripper and the neighbourhood we were walking in. Extremely disappointing service. I would never recommend it. Instead, I would recommend against it at the first opportunity.
Response from the operator: We're sorry to hear about your disappointing experience. Your feedback is valuable, and we apologize for falling short of your expectations. Please send us an email with more details at care@questoapp.com so that we can address any concern. We'll work on improving our explanations and directions to ensure a better experience for future participants. Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us.
via Viator
Whose was Jack the Ripper - come find out
If you want to find out more about Jack the Ripper then this is the tour for you! A great walk around Whitechapel on the edge of the City of London in areas that some tourists never get the opportunity to see. Come find out who was Jack the Ripper - Great fun!
Response from the operator: Hello! Happy to see that you had a great time playing the game. Thanks for your feedback and hopefully you can try our other games soon! :)
via Tripadvisor
The story of Jack the Ripper
A great way to look around new areas and find out about the famous stories of the past. It doesn’t get any better than Jack the Ripper!- it was fascinating!
Response from the operator: We appreciate your feedback Thank you so much for your time trying to play games with Questo and we hope to see you play more games with us!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $5 to $9
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 4
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 64
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Jack the Ripper in London: Quest Experience: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for London.
How much does Jack the Ripper in London: Quest Experience cost?
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Prices start at $5 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in London usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Jack the Ripper in London: Quest Experience take?
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Plan for about 2 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in London is not rushed.
Is Jack the Ripper in London: Quest Experience worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 64 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.6/5 across 11 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in London, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Jack the Ripper in London: Quest Experience?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Jack the Ripper in London: Quest Experience suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Jack the Ripper in London: Quest Experience?
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Around 4 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in London can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in London and add a light layer if any part of the 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Jack the Ripper in London: Quest Experience start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central London within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in London?
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London's best attractions split cleanly: the museums are free and need no booking, so the paid market is about views, theatre and getting out of the city for a day. That makes value scoring unusually important here, and the Outty Ranking penalises anything charging premium prices for access you could get for nothing. On Outty we rank every London experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Soho Music & Historic Pubs Tour, London Small Group Tour of Historical Pubs, The Great British Rock and Roll Walking Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit London?
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May to September for long evenings, December for the Christmas markets. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in London?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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