Oxford Mystery Quest: Exploration Game and Tour
Overview
A priceless heirloom. A sudden theft. A legacy hidden in time. As the only descendant of legendary watchmaker Alfred Du Pont, you’ve inherited more than a masterpiece - you’ve inherited a mystery. When your symbolic timepiece is stolen in broad daylight, the chase begins.
Explore the historic streets of Oxford in this immersive self-guided quest, where every twist of a corner brings a new clue and every landmark hides a secret. Use your phone to follow the thief’s trail, solve riddles engraved in stone and time, and uncover the truth behind your family’s greatest invention. You’ll journey through the city at your own pace, discovering iconic spots and hidden alleys along the way.
What makes this tour unique? It blends the elegance of Oxford’s past with a time-themed mystery, placing you at the center of a thrilling detective story you’ll walk through step by step.
Perfect for couples, families, or anyone seeking a memorable day of intrigue and discovery.
What's Included
- 15 real-world puzzle challenges
- Flexibility to pause and resume anytime
- Storyline content themed around a stolen heirloom
- Mobile access code to the self-guided game
- Live Tour Guide
Meeting Location
Broad Street
Oxford OX1 3AZ, UK
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Enjoy a uniquely crafted story brought to you by our talented writers.
As you solve challenges, the story unfolds and exact directions on your phone will guide you to the next location. Ready for an adventure?
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.
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)
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Activity code: C-107194P409
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Average 4.50 out of 5 stars based on 2 traveler reviews collected by City Balloon Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- 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 (GMT).
- 15 real-world puzzle challenges.
- Flexibility to pause and resume anytime.
- Storyline content themed around a stolen heirloom.
- Mobile access code to the self-guided game.
- Live Tour Guide.
The minimum age to participate is 1..
Apr 2025If 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 2025Accessibility information for the Oxford Mystery Quest: Exploration Game and Tour is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Oxford Mystery Quest: 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!
Mar 2024Once 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.
Oct 2026What's Included
- 15 real-world puzzle challenges
- Flexibility to pause and resume anytime
- Storyline content themed around a stolen heirloom
- Mobile access code to the self-guided game
- Live Tour Guide
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
