SHERLOCKTRAIL: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery (Self-Guided Walk) in London
London, United Kingdom

SHERLOCKTRAIL: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery (Self-Guided Walk)

Outty Ranking 63 4.6 · 8 traveler reviews2 hoursFrom $10

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Outty Ranking

63/100

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Traveler rating

4.6/5

Based on 8 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Is SHERLOCKTRAIL: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery (Self-Guided Walk) worth booking?

SHERLOCKTRAIL: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery (Self-Guided Walk) is a 2-hour experience in London, United Kingdom, from $10 per person. It scores 63 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice, based on a 4.6/5 rating across 8 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
63 / 100
Rating
4.6/5 (8)
Duration
2 hours
From
$10 per person

**NEW - AUDIO NARRATION ON ENGLISH LANGUAGE VERSION** Take on an urgent case with Holmes and Watson, following a trail of clues and directions sent to your phone. Become a consulting detective for a few hours and sharpe

What you get

    About this experience

    **NEW - AUDIO NARRATION ON ENGLISH LANGUAGE VERSION** Take on an urgent case with Holmes and Watson, following a trail of clues and directions sent to your phone. Become a consulting detective for a few hours and sharpen your powers of observation and deduction. The Great Man himself is under suspicion — can you save him? This modern mystery unfolds through real streets, quiet gardens and glorious parkland. The story is fiction, the setting is real. Everywhere you go, Sherlock is with you – with a host of other characters you may recognise. Put on your metaphorical cape and deerstalker — there’s no time to lose! Fully playable in 11 languages (English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Russian, Japanese, Chinese, Korean, Arabic) — no guide required. Starts & ends: Baker Street Distance: 5 km Designed for adults & teens into crime fiction, stories & street-level deduction

    What's included

    Included

    • Game access via your phone’s web browser
    • Private, self-paced experience (no guide)
    • Interactive self-guided mystery
    • Unique gamecode sent after booking
    • Visual clues, story-based reasoning and optional hint system

    Not included

    • Smartphone and data connection
    • Snacks
    • Entry to any attractions (not required)
    • Live guide or tour escort

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    London

    There is no guide to meet you — your guide is your phone. After booking, you’ll receive a message with your gamecode and a web address. Go to Sherlock Holmes’s statue outside Baker St Tube, open the web address in your phone’s and click on ‘I have a gamecode’. It should be easy from there!

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    There is no guide to meet you — your guide is your phone. After booking, you’ll receive a message with your gamecode and a web address. Go to Sherlock Holmes’s statue outside Baker St Tube, open the web address in your phone’s and click on ‘I have a gamecode’. It should be easy from there!

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 5 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    SideWalks

    Know before you go

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

    Photos

    Baker St TubeThe Crime SceneRegent’s ParkSecret Rendez-vousPolice Forensic team...Follow Sherlock’s footsteps...

    Traveler reviews

    8 verified traveler reviews for SHERLOCKTRAIL: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery (Self-Guided Walk). Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    888patrycjao · July 2026

    Enjoyable experience :)

    I went to the trail with my teenage daughters and we liked it a lot. The story was interesting and engaging. The trail went through beautiful locations in London, which were very enjoyable. There were 2 issues that we noticed, though: 1. In some places (e.g. in one of the gardens), the Internet connection was poor or totally lost so we couldn't continue, were logged out of the trail and had to log in again after the connection was restored. I was not able to register at all because it read that the 3 places are already taken, which was not true. 2. The estimated time of 2 hours is good, imo, if someone wants to focus on the trail and the story mainly, but may not be sufficient if they also want to enjoy the places on the trail (wait, look around, take some pictures, etc.). In hot weather, going through the gardens also may take more time because you're exposed to the sun and need to take breaks to drink water, etc.

    Response from the operator: Thanks very much for your nice review. I am sorry to hear that the mobile reception was patchy. If that happened again (to you on another trail or to anyone reading this review), you could call us on the mobile number provided and we would add you back in again. I 100% agree with your comment about needing to allow more time to enjoy and explore the places you visit on the trail, and to stop for drinks and a rest. Our trails are not designed as races!

    via Tripadvisor

    Syeda_A · April 2026

    Fun

    It was fun .very elaborate clues . Fun to find . Out contact person Alex was grt help at start and when we lost our way..

    Response from the operator: Thanks very much for your lovely review. I’m so pleased you enjoyed it. Alex

    via Viator

    freya c · April 2025

    Very fun

    Very simple to use, and a lovely walk. We only needed on phone between three people so very cost effective. It says you can buy and rearrange it if the weather is bad or your plans change which is handy. Overall very enjoyable

    Response from the operator: Thank you very much! It’s great to hear you had a good time. Feel free to try any of our other walks - SpyTrail, RipperTrail, GrailTrail and AlchemyTrail. Alex from SideWalks

    via Tripadvisor

    robynlmstock · April 2024

    A fun afternoon family activity

    Fun afternoon out in a part of London I thought I knew well - but much to my surprise the route took me down streets and into gardens I hadn’t visited before. The mytery is easy to follow and play along, and gives nice nuggets of info and history throughout. A lot of fun! (And pushchair friendly!)

    Response from the operator: Thanks very much!

    via Tripadvisor

    697SandyQ · April 2024

    Loads of fun!

    Great idea and loads of fun being Sherlock Holmes for the day. Would definitely recommend to anyone . Had a stop off for a ice cream halfway

    Response from the operator: Thanks very much!

    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
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    3
    Verdict
    Solid Choice

    Why this scores 63

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)75
    Review evidence (18% weight)29
    Booking momentum (14% weight)21
    Value for money (12% weight)100
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)48
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    SHERLOCKTRAIL: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery (Self-Guided Walk): questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for London.

    How much does SHERLOCKTRAIL: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery (Self-Guided Walk) cost?

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    Prices start at $10 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 SHERLOCKTRAIL: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery (Self-Guided Walk) 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 SHERLOCKTRAIL: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery (Self-Guided Walk) worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 63 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.6/5 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 SHERLOCKTRAIL: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery (Self-Guided Walk)?

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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 SHERLOCKTRAIL: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery (Self-Guided Walk) 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 SHERLOCKTRAIL: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery (Self-Guided Walk)?

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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 SHERLOCKTRAIL: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery (Self-Guided Walk) 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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