Philadelphia True Crime: Solve Ben Franklin's M**der Mystery!

Schedule

Thu, 25 Sep, 2025 at 03:00 pm to Fri, 05 Dec, 2025 at 06:30 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

1600 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy | Philadelphia, PA

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Go outside and try to solve one of America’s oldest M**der mysteries while exploring colorful Philadelphia and learning true crime facts.
About this Event

A body's been found and only YOU can find the secret murderer!


Explore the colorful Philadelphia with this walking quest steeped in suspense and rich with historical detail which makes it perfect for dates, friends outtings and family activities. You'll follow real-world clues, solve interactive puzzles and collect evidence to help identify the killer before it's too late.

Join Ben Franklin as you investigate the misty, dark streets of the city to find out which one of the Founding Fathers committed the crime.

Can you follow their steps and find the culprit before another victim goes missing? You are in for one WILD, historical ride so buckle in!




HIGHLIGHTS:
  • Travel from Love Park to Old City
  • Hit all of the most interesting landmarks in the city from the Liberty Bell and Reading Terminal Market to Betsy Ross' House
  • Learn all about the history and secrets of Philadelphia
  • Play the ultimate mystery game of Who Dunnit!


Key Info:

🕵️‍♂️ - YOU play as the detective and the phone is your only tool
🎮 - NO players limit per group. Come with your date, your friends or your entire family.
🏎️ - Start any day of the week, any hour
📍 - Explore 11 iconic locations in Philadelphia, with a total of 2 miles walking distance
⌛ - max 2 hours to complete



HOW DOES IT WORK?

This is a role-playing outdoor city game that combines the challenge of an outdoor escape room, the excitement of a scavenger hunt, and the suspense of a true crime M**der mystery! You will play by yourself (alone or with your friends), guided by the Questo mobile app on your smartphone.

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 investigation. DO NOT ENTER ANY BUILDINGS! Just open the Questo app and it will guide you all the way.📍


About Questo

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.

Ready to start? Begin your adventure now at !


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


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Where is it happening?

1600 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, 1600 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia, United States

Event Location & Nearby Stays:

Tickets

USD 5.00 to USD 20.00

Questo - City Exploration Games

Host or Publisher Questo - City Exploration Games

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