Cold Case in Alexandria, VA: Exploration Game & Self-Guided Tour

Step into one of America’s oldest mysteries as you explore Alexandria’s cobblestone streets, historic townhouses, and waterfront. From a colonial tavern to a 19th-century apothecary, you’ll help a rogue AI investigate a real-life unsolved case — the death of the Female Stranger. Solve clues, uncover hidden records, and decide if her ghost deserves justice… or peace.

A perfect walking adventure for couples, friends, or history lovers.

• A concise walk around one of America's most historic cities combined with an exciting story about one its most enduring legends. Start and end at Gadsbys Tavern, where George Washington and Thomas Jefferson were known to dine and socialize.

This is an outdoor self-guided exploration game that will take up to ⏲️1 hours and 🚶‍♂️2000 steps (1 miles) and will teach you more about Alexandria's history than most of your school's lessons! You will visit 10 beautiful and iconic locations, find clues, crack codes, solve puzzles and learn fun historical facts about the main landmarks.

HOW DOES IT WORK❓

This game is perfect for everyone: solo adventurers, couples, groups of friends and even families with kids! You will be guided by the Questo mobile app on your smartphone and explore Alexandria on foot. The experience is 100% private and You don't need anything else than your phone and your inner adventure spirit!

1.Buy your tickets & check the confirmation email 🎫

2.Download the on your smartphone 📲, login with your email and find the game inside your profile page 🔓.

3.Head outdoors to the Starting Point & start the activity. DO NOT ENTER ANY BUILINGS! The activity takes place outside and the Questo app will guide you all the way.📍

Questo is your ticket to real-world adventure, blending storytelling with thrilling exploration! 🌍✨ Powered by local creators, our immersive, self-guided games are available in over 500 cities worldwide. Join the 1,000,000+ explorers who’ve turned ordinary walks into epic quests! 🗺️🔎 Discover hidden gems, solve fun puzzles, and create unforgettable memories along the way.

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💡New to Questo? Check out the video below and our Player’s Guide for everything you need to know before you start!

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