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Akron Secrets: Rubber City Exploration Game and Tour

2 Reviews 3.50 out of 5 stars Based on 2 reviews collected by City Balloon Tours and TripAdvisor | Cleveland, USA
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1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)
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Overview

Discover Akron like never before with an interactive walking adventure through its historic heart. Once the tire capital of the world, downtown Akron is filled with industrial legacies, hidden gems, and iconic landmarks waiting to be uncovered—if you can solve the clues.

Through the Questo app, you'll explore on foot while unraveling 10–15 puzzle-based challenges that guide you from one stop to the next. Walk past Lock 3, the Civic Theatre, the Ohio & Erie Canal, and the old rubber factories that shaped the city's story. Along the way, each riddle you crack reveals fascinating facts and untold stories about Akron’s vibrant past.

What makes this tour unique? It’s a self-paced, real-world adventure that transforms city exploration into an exciting puzzle game—perfect for curious minds and creative explorers.

Ideal for couples, families, locals, and visitors who want to see Akron through a fun, interactive lens. All you need is your phone, your team, and your sense of discovery.

What's Included

  • Full flexibility: pause/resume anytime
  • Immersive storyline with historical context
  • 12 interactive puzzle challenges
  • Live tour guide
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

188 South Main Street
Akron, OH 44308, USA

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

Akron
OH 44308, USA

Your quest ends next to Lock 2 Park in Downtown Akron. Once you finish the quest, you are free to continue exploring the Towpath Trail.

What To Expect

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Akron Civic Theatre

Step into the glamour of a bygone era at the Akron Civic Theatre, one of the few remaining atmospheric theaters in the U.S. With its Moorish architecture, twinkling ceiling stars, and dramatic stage history, it’s a true downtown treasure. In your Questo quest, you’ll follow clever clues that lead you to this dazzling landmark. Once there, solve a puzzle inspired by its hidden design details, unlock a story from its vaudeville past, and continue your adventure through Akron’s storied streets.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Lock 4

Tucked into a hidden alley downtown, the Lock 4 Mural brings Akron’s industrial soul to life with bold colors and towering imagery. Once part of the Ohio & Erie Canal system, Lock 4 is now a creative hub blending art, history, and community. During your Questo quest, follow clues that lead you to this striking mural. There, you’ll crack a visual puzzle that reveals a story buried beneath Akron’s brick-and-steel past—then move on to uncover more city secrets waiting just around the corner.
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Admission Ticket Free

Cascade Plaza

Once a hub of Akron’s mid-century downtown revival, Cascade Plaza now blends open space, public art, and skyline views into a vibrant urban oasis. Surrounded by historic buildings and modern landmarks, it’s a place where the city’s past and present meet. In your Questo quest, clues will guide you to this lively plaza. There, a location-based puzzle will challenge your observation skills and unlock a hidden story about Akron’s transformation—before you venture onward to your next discovery.
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Admission Ticket Free

Akron Rubber Worker Sculpture

Towering with pride and grit, the Akron Rubber Worker Sculpture honors the men and women who built the city’s global legacy in tire and rubber manufacturing. With powerful detail and emotion, it captures the strength of a workforce that once fueled an entire industry. As part of your Questo quest, you’ll follow clues to find this moving tribute. Once there, solve a puzzle tied to its symbolism, uncover a hidden story of labor and resilience, and continue your journey through the heart of Rubber City.
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205 S High St

Standing in quiet tribute near Akron’s Main Street, the Charles Goodyear Statue honors the man who revolutionized rubber with the process of vulcanization. Though he never became wealthy from his invention, Goodyear’s legacy shaped the city’s rise as the Rubber Capital of the World. In your Questo quest, you’ll follow a trail of clues to reach this historic monument. There, a puzzle inspired by invention and persistence awaits—solve it to unlock a hidden chapter of Akron’s industrial story before heading to your next stop.
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St. Bernard Catholic Church

With its soaring twin spires and intricate stonework, St. Bernard Catholic Church is one of Akron’s most awe-inspiring landmarks. Built in 1905, this Romanesque Revival masterpiece reflects the city's immigrant roots and spiritual heritage. In your Questo quest, you’ll follow clues through downtown to find this architectural gem. Once there, a puzzle awaits—solve it by observing details hidden in plain sight, and uncover a story woven into the church’s foundations. Then, continue your journey deeper into Akron’s rich and storied past.
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Admission Ticket Free

Mayflower Manor Apartments

Once a glamorous hotel that welcomed celebrities and dignitaries, Mayflower Manor Apartments stands tall as a symbol of Akron’s golden age. Built in 1931, its Art Deco details echo the elegance of the jazz era and the city’s rise to prominence. In your Questo quest, you’ll follow clues that lead you to this storied skyscraper. There, a puzzle invites you to dig into its layered past—solve it to uncover a hidden tale from its hotel days, then journey onward through downtown Akron’s living history.
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Admission Ticket Free

Canal Park

Home to the Akron RubberDucks and set against the backdrop of the historic Ohio & Erie Canal, Canal Park is where Akron’s past and present collide in lively fashion. More than just a ballpark, it’s a symbol of downtown’s revitalization and community pride. During your Questo quest, you’ll follow clues that lead you to this energetic landmark. Once there, solve a playful puzzle inspired by its sporting spirit, uncover a hidden tale of transformation, and step forward into the next chapter of your city adventure.
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Admission Ticket Free

Lock 2 Park

Once a working piece of the Ohio & Erie Canal, Lock 2 Park is now a quiet urban retreat where history flows beneath your feet. With its stone walls, replica canal boat, and cozy gathering spaces, it offers a glimpse into Akron’s canal-era roots. During your Questo quest, you’ll follow a series of clues that guide you to this charming hidden spot. There, a puzzle inspired by its industrial past awaits—solve it to reveal a story long submerged, then continue your journey through Akron’s evolving landscape.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Akron Secrets: Rubber City Exploration Game and Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Akron Secrets: Rubber City Exploration Game and Tour?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Full flexibility: pause/resume anytime.
  • Immersive storyline with historical context.
  • 12 interactive puzzle challenges.
  • Built-in GPS navigation map.
  • Mobile access code for the Questo quest.
The following is NOT included:
  • Live tour guide.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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The minimum age to participate is 8..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Akron Secrets: Rubber City Exploration Game and Tour is as follows:

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Akron Secrets: Rubber City Exploration Game and Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
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Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

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What's Included

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  • Full flexibility: pause/resume anytime
  • Immersive storyline with historical context
  • 12 interactive puzzle challenges
  • Built-in GPS navigation map
  • Mobile access code for the Questo quest
  • Live tour guide

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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