London’s Crown Secret: Self-Guided Royal Puzzle Quest
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Is London’s Crown Secret: Self-Guided Royal Puzzle Quest worth booking?
London’s Crown Secret: Self-Guided Royal Puzzle Quest is a 2-hour experience in London, United Kingdom, from $5 per person. It scores 62 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.5/5 rating across 8 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 62 / 100
- Rating
- 4.5/5 (8)
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $5 per person
Discover London’s impressive palaces, landmarks and the hidden secrets behind them. As you solve challenges, the story unfolds and exact directions on your phone will guide you to the next location. Ready for an adventur
What you get
About this experience
Discover London’s impressive palaces, landmarks and the hidden secrets behind them. As you solve challenges, the story unfolds and exact directions on your phone will guide you to the next location. Ready for an adventure? After your booking you will receive an email with instructions on how to download and play the game on your phone. It will take you between 1.5 to 2 hours to complete, but there’s no time limit so feel free to explore, and finish it at your own pace. Highlights include: 1. Explore famous places in London such as the Palace of Westminster, Westminster Abbey, St James's Palace and lesser-known places. 2. Enjoy a uniquely crafted story brought to you by our talented writers. 3. Find out which member of the Royal Family was nicknamed ‘Cookie’. 4. Learn how the official birthday of the Sovereign is marked. 5. Try a new type of experience, the perfect mix between a tour, outdoor escape game, and treasure hunt.
What's included
Included
- 24/7 customer support.
- A city exploration game available on your phone (Questo app).
Not included
- A tour guide.
- Entry tickets to attractions.
What you'll see and do
Palace of Westminster
You will begin at the Palace of Westminster. Here you will be given your first clue to solve the challenge that awaits you, which will unlock the next part of the story and give you the directions to the next stop.
10 minutes here · Admission not included
Westminster Abbey
You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at the Westminster Abbey. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
10 minutes here · Admission not included
Winston Churchill Statue
You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at the Sir Winston Churchill Statue. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
10 minutes here · Admission not included
The Household Cavalry Museum
You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at the The Household Cavalry Museum. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
10 minutes here · Admission not included
Horse Guards Parade at Whitehall
You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at the Horse Guards Parade. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
10 minutes here · Admission not included
King George VI & Queen Elizabeth Memorial
You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at the King George VI & Queen Elizabeth Memorial. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
10 minutes here · Admission not included
Pickering Place
You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at the Pickering Place. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
10 minutes here · Admission not included
John Lobb
You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at the John Lobb. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
10 minutes here · Admission not included
St. James's Palace
You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at the St James's Palace. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
10 minutes here · Admission not included
Lancaster House
You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at the Lancaster House. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
10 minutes here · Admission not included
Spencer House
You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at the Spencer House. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
10 minutes here · Admission not included
Buckingham Palace
You will finish at the Buckingham Palace. Here is where both the story and the city exploration games end.
10 minutes here · Admission not included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
London
• Go to the Westminster. • Bring a charged phone. • Open the Questo app and follow the instructions. • You must have downloaded the app and created an account first, using the same email you made the purchase with.
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
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 8 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Good for families
2 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Traveler reviews
8 verified traveler reviews for London’s Crown Secret: Self-Guided Royal Puzzle Quest. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Great couple of hours with the kids!
This is a great tour to do with a group, you get a real feel for Royal London with some great questions to solve along the route. A really great experience - you must try it!
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear you had a great time exploring Royal London with your group. Solving questions together is such a fun way to connect and see the city from a new perspective. We truly appreciate the recommendation and hope to see you on another quest soon!
via Tripadvisor
Not being able to start...
Not being able to start the experiment as the map pin was in an inaccessible location! Wouldn't load onto more than one phone.
Response from the operator: So sorry to read that you had trouble starting the adventure and getting it on other phones. Send us an email at care@questoapp.com with more details, and we'll do our best to help out and make things right for you!
via Viator
Great game in a coronation year!
A great game learning about the reign QEII along with some interesting royal gossip. You get to visit all the great buildings linked to the royals in a beautiful part of Westminster. One for all the family to enjoy. Great game in a coronation year!
Response from the operator: Thank you very much for your review! It brings us a lot of joy to see that you had fun exploring London by playing our quest.
via Tripadvisor
Amazing game
Very nice and informative game. Easy to follow the steps. Make sure you play during the daylight not in the dark as it was very tricky for us. But overall it was a good questo game.
Response from the operator: Thank you very much for your feedback and sharing your experience. We appreciate it and happy that you have enjoyed the game. Hope to see you soon with your next games with Questo!
via Tripadvisor
Fun adventure
This “game” / “ treasure hunt” is absolutely amazing, like the others from Questo App. You get to know the city in a way you would never have done as a tourist and also as a resident, highly recommended. This one, “the Crown” specifically, sometimes is not extremely precise with the directions like others (for example Notting Hill), but still absolutely enjoyable.
Response from the operator: Thank you for sharing your positive experience. We appreciate that you enjoyed exploring London with us. We hope that 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 $8
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 3
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 62
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
London’s Crown Secret: Self-Guided Royal Puzzle Quest: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for London.
How much does London’s Crown Secret: Self-Guided Royal Puzzle Quest 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 London’s Crown Secret: Self-Guided Royal Puzzle Quest 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 London’s Crown Secret: Self-Guided Royal Puzzle Quest worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 62 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.5/5 across 8 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 London’s Crown Secret: Self-Guided Royal Puzzle Quest?
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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 London’s Crown Secret: Self-Guided Royal Puzzle Quest 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 London’s Crown Secret: Self-Guided Royal Puzzle Quest?
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Around 3 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 London’s Crown Secret: Self-Guided Royal Puzzle Quest 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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