Worldwide · HISTORICAL TOURS
Good history quests fill their evening slots weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Enter a 19th-century anatomist’s basement study near Edinburgh’s Royal Mile. In a private group of 2 to 8, you have one hour to find Dr. Malcolm’s journal, solve puzzles, and uncover a case involving grave robbery and medical malpractice. English only, ages 12 and up.
Start at Václavské náměstí with a host who explains the game, then follow a historical character through Prague, solving puzzles and completing playful challenges on your phone. This private 2.5-hour walk suits families, couples, schools, and teams. A charged smartphone is required.
“Organised as a teambuilding and sightseeing activity. All 40 participants excited. Interisting for all - competitive as well as fans of historical city. Overachieved expectations.”
Join Alex for a 3.5-hour English walking tour through Lisbon’s LGBTQ history, from Pride and protest to drag, nightlife, literature, and legal rights. The group visits 24 stops, then ends at Late Birds Hotel with a pub quiz, prizes, and a useful LGBTQ Lisbon guide.
“Alex has so much knowledge on the queer history of the city and Portugal and also pointed out some cool bars/clubs. The stop on bisexual icon Josephine Baker who performed in Lisbon as a disguise for her spy activities was my favorite (picture). Alex always has a back story on the aspects you are most interested in! I also loved how vibrantly he told the stories. The queer guide of the city Alex wrote helped me navigate to some unknown gems and free activities. 100% recommend and I’m looking forward to take more queer history tours in other cities. 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️”
Use your phone or tablet to explore the Fort Worth Stockyards National Historic District at your own pace. You will solve team puzzles, learn local history, and enjoy two food stops plus a complimentary drink. The private experience begins and ends at 131 E Exchange Ave.
“Tons of fun the puzzles make you think and are not a breeze. The food is also amazing and if any support is needed there can easily help.”
Meet Game Master Iva at Rector’s Palace, receive a wooden book sealed with five padlocks, then follow its clues through six Old Town locations. You solve puzzles at your own pace, pass historic sites and Game of Thrones filming spots, and return to the meeting point after about two hours.
“Our family of 4 including 2 teens had the best time exploring the city and figuring out the puzzles to unlock further instructions. We even could stop for coffee to figure it out, which made us parents enjoy it even more!”
Start at St. Philip’s Church and follow a phone-based mystery through Charleston’s historic center, stopping at Rainbow Row, the Fire Station, hidden alleys, flower boxes, and Saint Michael’s Church. Expect a self-guided scavenger hunt with history, puzzles, GPS directions, and no guide or entry fees.
“It was fun and got to see some of the Charleston highlights in a different way. Would have nice if the waterfront could have been worked in somehow.”
Use the Let’s Roam app to guide your private group through Savannah’s historic center. Solve clues at nine landmarks, learn about Girl Scout cookies and Forrest Gump, take challenge photos, and finish near the Savannah River in about 90 minutes.
“The kids really enjoyed looking for the landmarks and helping answer the questions. We all enjoyed the history and getting to see the area.”
Explore Vienna’s Inner City with a host-led treasure hunt through 16 stops, including Stephansplatz, the Jewish quarter, and Albertinaplatz. A smartphone character sends riddles and challenges while you walk, solve clues, and learn local stories. English and German operation is available.
“This is hands down one of the best activities in Vienna! We got hours of entertainment, a guided route through fascinating spots, and the thrill of solving riddles. We left feeling like we had uncovered secrets of Vienna. Don’t miss this if you’re visiting the city!”
You’ll receive a royal mystery from an investigator trainer, then work independently for two hours to identify a would-be poisoner among eight court figures. The route explores Versailles beyond the palace, with guides such as Arthur and Cyril helping you get started.
“Wow the hunt lead us to visite the historical town outside the palace We did the hunt with our 11 year old grand son and he was able to participate in the hunt but it was a team effort as the hunt was very tricky Our friendly guide, Cyril, was on time at the meeting point and gave us the document and info needed but we were left on our own to solve the mystery what a fun 2 hours !!!!”
You’ll explore Bairro Alto with a guide, possibly Aleksei, solving six history-based puzzles tied to Marquis Pombal. The 2.5-hour outdoor game visits landmarks near Baixa-Chiado and suits 2 to 10 people, with team competition for groups of four or more.
“We had an excellent moment visiting Lisbao with this activity, it was very well thought and it gave us cool details about Lisbao history.”
Join Edouard Paul-Cavallier for a small-group, English-language walk through Aix-en-Provence. You’ll connect grand fountains, the Mazarin district, Saint-Jean-de-Malte, and the cathedral while learning local stories and solving a light treasure hunt that ends with a surprise.
“Relaxing, cozy tour with Edouard! Book it if you want to walk around the city with an artistic feeling”
Meet Iva Pavic at Rector's Palace, receive a wooden book sealed with five padlocks, and follow its puzzles through eight Old Town locations. This private, English-language game blends Dubrovnik Republic history with a playful mystery and works well for couples, families, and small groups.
“Lovely host and the game was really good fun. High quality book and instructions. Saw some lovely areas of the old town we probably would have missed otherwise. Would definitely recommend!”
Meet historian Michael Mezger at Stuttgart’s Schlossplatz for a 2 to 3 hour outdoor puzzle tour. Choose the beginner-friendly Wilhelm Case or the harder Max von Bulsenberg case, then use a handmade puzzle book, codes, and city clues to explore Stuttgart in German.
“Many interesting facts about Stuttgart. Good, not too hard puzzles. Can be done with kids.”
Use the Let’s Roam app to explore four Daytona Beach stops, from the Halifax Historical Museum to Jackie Robinson Ballpark. Pick a role such as Brainiac, Photographer, or Mapper, solve riddles, complete photo challenges, and follow the route at your own pace without a guide.
“Every single location on the scavenger hunt was either closed, or asked us to leave immediately because they had events going on. None of the locations were aware of the scavenger hunt, so we’re very unfriendly to us. Evidently many of the locations had taken on water from a recent hurricane, but we abandoned after about 4-5 stops.”
Use the Explorial app to guide your private group through Madrid’s historic center. Solve questions, find sights, and complete photo challenges at Plaza Mayor, El Oso y el Madroño, Plaza de Oriente, and other central spots. Plan for about two hours, with breaks whenever you like.
“Great experience, funny and ideal to Walk and Discover the main historical sights of this beautiful city.”
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