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Montreal Mystery Quest: Shadows of Prohibition

9 Reviews 4.33 out of 5 stars Based on 9 reviews collected by City Balloon Tours and TripAdvisor | Montreal, Canada
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75 to 110 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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French
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Overview

You wake up under cherry trees in Montreal's Chinatown, a stranger's jacket draped over your shoulders and a wallet inside that could get you killed. Al Capone's associates don't forgive mistakes. Follow the hidden trails of the city's Prohibition past and find a way out before anyone finds you.

This self-guided mystery quest takes you on a 90-minute walk through the living history of 1920s Montreal. Using the Questo app on your smartphone, you piece together a noir story across Chinatown, the old Red Light District, Monument National, and the Place des Arts. Solve cryptic puzzles, decode secret messages, and uncover the underground cabaret scene that thrived while the rest of North America went dry.

Start whenever you like and explore 2.6 kilometres of Montreal's most atmospheric streets entirely at your own pace.

Perfect for history lovers, couples, and curious explorers who want to see the city through a completely different lens. No prior knowledge of Quebec history needed.

What's Included

  • One device works for up to 3 players; buy extra tickets for the full multiplayer experience
  • Real Prohibition history at every stop, from jazz migration to police corruption
  • Flexible scheduling, start anytime, play entirely at your own pace
  • Live tour guide (self-guided via the Questo app)
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

200 Rue De la Gauchetière Ouest
Montréal, QC H2Z 1X7, Canada

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End point

Montreal
QC H2X 1Y9, Canada

You will finish at Place des Arts.

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Sakura Garden

You will begin at Sakura Garden. Here you will be given your first clue to solve the challenge that awaits you, which will unlock the next part of the story and give you the directions to the next stop.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Sun Yat-sen Park

You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at Parc Sun-Yat-Sen. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Paix Park

You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at Place de la Paix. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Quartier des Spectacles

You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at Parterre du Quartier des spectacles. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Church of Saint John the Evangelist

You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at Church of St. John the Evangelist. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

The Black Watch (Royal Highland Regiment) of Canada

You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at The Black Watch (Royal Highland Regiment) of Canada . You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

St. James United Church

You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at St. James United Church. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Place des Festivals

You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at Place des Festivals. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Place des Arts

You will finish at Place des Arts. Here is where both the story and the city exploration games end.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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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 Montreal Mystery Quest: Shadows of Prohibition?

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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Activity code: C-107194P298

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Average 4.33 out of 5 stars based on 9 traveler reviews collected by City Balloon Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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What's Included

Activity name

  • One device works for up to 3 players; buy extra tickets for the full multiplayer experience
  • Real Prohibition history at every stop, from jazz migration to police corruption
  • Flexible scheduling, start anytime, play entirely at your own pace
  • Decode secret messages and solve noir puzzles across Chinatown and the Red Light District
  • Story-driven 1920s mystery following a drunkard through Montreal's gangster underground
  • Self-guided Prohibition mystery through central Montreal
  • Live tour guide (self-guided via the Questo app)

Additional Info

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  • 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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