The Hunt for the Cheshire Cat by HiddenCity
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4.9/5
Based on 242 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is The Hunt for the Cheshire Cat by HiddenCity worth booking?
The Hunt for the Cheshire Cat by HiddenCity is a 3-hour experience in London, United Kingdom, from $41 per person. It scores 85 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 242 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 85 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (242)
- Duration
- 3 hours
- From
- $41 per person
The Cheshire Cat is in London, and he wants you to find him. Tumble down the rabbit hole on a mischievous adventure into the strange and surreal – and discover a darker side to the world of Wonderland, and perhaps yourse
What you get
About this experience
The Cheshire Cat is in London, and he wants you to find him. Tumble down the rabbit hole on a mischievous adventure into the strange and surreal – and discover a darker side to the world of Wonderland, and perhaps yourself, too… Journey across the city on a fantastical, real-world adventure inspired by the world of Alice in Wonderland. Solve a trail of clues sent to your phone as you track down the elusive Cheshire Cat. Unravel riddles, interact with characters, solve puzzles and make choices on your topsy-turvy quest.. Pause for food and drink at built-in break points as you undertake your challenge in teams of 2-6 players. “Bound to have you grinning ear-to-ear” — Time Out London UK, US, or CA mobile phone number is required to take part in this experience.
What's included
Included
- Interactions with people you meet, in the real world
- A prize for every player in successful teams, as well as your place on the leaderboard
- Hands-on physical puzzles for your team to solve
- Interactive text messages and phone calls with characters in the story
- A story that changes with the decisions you make
- Optional breaks in pubs and cafes, where you can pick up refreshments
- A fully flexible ticket – you can change your date or time yourself, any time
What you'll see and do
London
A 3-4 hour immersive adventure across central London. Journey across the city, solving a trail of clues sent to your phone, in a treasure hunt-style experience. Play a role in the story as you uncover secret locations, unravel riddles and solve puzzles. Pause for food and drinks at built-in break points. Embark on your experience in teams of 2-6 players. Split large groups into multiple teams to play head to head. UK, US, or CA mobile phone number is required to take part in this experience.
180 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
London
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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
- HiddenCity
Know before you go
- 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 241 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Good for families
3 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Traveler reviews
241 verified traveler reviews for The Hunt for the Cheshire Cat by HiddenCity. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
THINK TWICE BEFORE BOOKING WITH THIS COMPANY
THINK TWICE BEFORE BOOKING WITH THIS COMPANY I booked this HiddenCity experience through TripAdvisor as a birthday activity for today. Unfortunately, the ticket I received was for tomorrow. It appears that when purchasing through the TripAdvisor experience section, the booking transfers to HiddenCity and flips the date to the following day. I thought this would be a simple issue to resolve, so I contacted TripAdvisor chat while travelling to the starting location to ask for the booking to be moved to today. Unfortunately, this turned into a very frustrating experience. * There is no effective telephone support — the number provided does not accept incoming calls. * I sent an email but received no response. * I sent two Facebook Messenger messages. Despite an automatic response saying they would reply within a couple of hours, nobody followed up. * I contacted TripAdvisor’s help chat and spent over an hour trying to resolve the problem. * TripAdvisor said they would contact HiddenCity on my behalf, but HiddenCity had not responded to them. We had travelled specifically to London for this activity and it was a birthday gift, so I felt under considerable pressure to find a solution. The birthday boy really wanted to do the experience, so, very reluctantly, I ended up buying another set of tickets for today via Hidden City (don’t trust TA after the date flipping) We have therefore effectively had to pay twice because of a booking/date issue that neither company has been able to resolve. What makes this even more frustrating is TripAdvisor’s suggestion that we simply do the original booking again tomorrow. What a stupidly stupid suggestion. We came specifically to London for this activity — telling us to come back and do it again another day is not a reasonable solution, particularly when I had made it very clear that we were on our way. At the time of writing, we are still waiting to see whether HiddenCity or TripAdvisor will actually take responsibility and provide a satisfactory resolution. The experience itself may well be ok, but the customer service and support when something goes wrong have been extremely disappointing. If you are considering booking, my advice would be to think twice because if you have a problem, there does not appear to be an effective way of getting help. Very disappointing, frustrating and, so far, unnecessarily expensive.
Response from the operator: Hi Nicola, I’m sorry to hear about your experience. We aim to create exceptional experiences for everyone. We’ve since been in touch and provided a full refund for both bookings, while keeping your game active and providing vouchers to come back and play again. Just to clarify, Tripadvisor doesn’t allow same-day bookings for our games, and bookings do not automatically move to the following day. The available booking date is shown when making the booking. We did experience staffing issues on the day you played, which affected our response times, and we’re sorry we weren’t able to get back to you when you needed us. We’re very sorry again for the frustration this caused on the day, and we hope we were able to get things resolved for you. EH
via Tripadvisor
Fun experience
Allow plenty of time particularly with young kids. The tour was great but got a bit listless and tired towards the end. Would have given a four, but for the fact they request five star reviews by offering discounts for your next visit.
Response from the operator: Hi Bob, Thanks for your feedback, and we're glad to hear you had a fun experience overall. We appreciate your comments about allowing plenty of time when playing with younger children too. Just to clarify, we don't offer discounts or vouchers in exchange for five-star reviews. We do offer a voucher for providing feedback directly to us after the game, regardless of whether that feedback is positive or negative. This is because feedback from our players is really valuable to us and helps us continue improving our games. Thanks again for taking the time to share your experience. EH
via Tripadvisor
A fun hunt across London.
This was the third hidden city game we have played, having previously done the James Bond and Sherlock Holmes themed challenges. These were both great and the Hunt for the Cheshire Cat maintained the high level of fun. A quirky storyline with twists and turns showing many sights across London. The clues were a mix of levels of difficulty and as such made it a great day. The stops were well planned and allowed for a nice break from the afternoon sun whisky still solving clues. Highly recommended to all if you want a fund day out.
via Tripadvisor
Great fun for the family
Lots of fun, for kids (8 and 11) and parents. Thoughtfully designed, everything worked well, and the service we received before we finally signed up was excellent. Definitely recommend.
via Tripadvisor
The best afternoon of puzzles and exploring
The Cat made us walk 4 hours.... had the best day. Enjoyed all the puzzles. For a person living in London, I found this soooooo enjoyable. I would definitely do this again. Great for visitors or a local. Happy day well spent :)
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 3 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
- 85
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Why this scores 85
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
The Hunt for the Cheshire Cat by HiddenCity: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for London.
How much does The Hunt for the Cheshire Cat by HiddenCity cost?
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Prices start at $41 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 The Hunt for the Cheshire Cat by HiddenCity take?
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Plan for about 3 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 The Hunt for the Cheshire Cat by HiddenCity worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 85 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 242 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 The Hunt for the Cheshire Cat by HiddenCity?
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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 The Hunt for the Cheshire Cat by HiddenCity suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book The Hunt for the Cheshire Cat by HiddenCity?
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Around 85 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 3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does The Hunt for the Cheshire Cat by HiddenCity 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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