Stories of the Upper West Side: Self-Guided Puzzle Walk

Discover New York’s Upper West Side by solving challenges and unlocking stories on your phone, leading you to new places and amazing stories. Play the engaging exploration game, taking the role of Jim, a down and out artist with a dream to make the world a better place. Join the game! Highlights include: • Explore Central Park West, Lincoln Center, The Pythian and more lesser-known places. • Enjoy a uniquely crafted story brought to you by our talented writers. • Discover why The Ansonia had farm animals on the roof and a trained seal! • Learn all about why they call this place “Spook Central". • Try a new type of experience, the perfect mix between a tour, outdoor escape game, and treasure hunt. After your booking, you will receive an email with instructions on how to download and play the game on your phone. We recommend that each user purchases a ticket for an optimal experience, although several people can share a phone.

From: $0.00

Location: New York City

What's Included

24/7 customer support.
A city exploration game available on your phone (Questo app).

Community Discussion

Q&A

Q: Can you do this puzzle walk in bad weather, or do you need to reschedule?

A: You can definitely do the puzzle walk in light rain, but if the weather is severe, it's best to wait. The game is designed to be flexible, so you can pause and resume at any time from where you left off. Just make sure to check the forecast before you go!

Q: Is this experience suitable for kids, and what's the age limit?

A: Yes! The puzzle walk is great for families. Kids around 10 and up usually enjoy it because they can help solve the challenges. Just keep in mind that younger kids might get tired walking around the Upper West Side, so plan for breaks!

Q: How long does the walk typically take? And is it easy to park around the Upper West Side?

A: The walk can take anywhere from 1.5 to 3 hours, depending on how much you explore and how many stories you unlock along the way! As for parking, it can be tricky on the Upper West Side. I recommend using a parking app to find spots in advance or considering public transportation instead.

Discussions

Just finished the Upper West Side puzzle walk - what a blast!

I recently did the Stories of the Upper West Side self-guided puzzle walk with some friends and it was awesome! We started near Lincoln Center and it led us to some hidden gems I never knew about, like The Pythian! The storytelling really hooked us in, especially the bit about the animals on the Ansonia's roof. We spent about 2.5 hours just wandering and solving puzzles. Highly recommend it for a unique day out. Perfect for those who love exploring!

Thinking about giving this as a gift, any input?

I’m considering buying the Upper West Side puzzle walk for my sister’s birthday. She loves NYC and puzzles! But is it really worth it? How interactive is it, and does it keep your attention? Any tips would be awesome!