explore...discover...conquer!
This is no ordinary treasure hunt…turn York into an adventure playground!

Step beyond the usual sightseeing and dive into a self-guided adventure unlocking a hidden trail around the city centre area solving puzzles and cracking clues earning points along the way (scroll down for Leader Board).

🗺️ Discover York’s amazing history and secret gems.

📱 Gain instant access to your Quest with nothing to print from home and no waiting for delivery.

🕒 Play anytime. Complete flexibility with no groups to follow. You decide when to start, pause for a drink or grab some food, or pick it up another day – it’s completely up to you.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Absolutely Brilliant! Kept us engaged and amused for hours. Looking forward to doing these in other cities."

Your puzzle-filled adventure begins in the beautiful Museum Gardens with the incredible remains of St. Mary’s abbey, then winds you through the city’s historic walls, in and out of its unique snickelways, down the famous Shambles and back to the iconic Minster. During your Quest you might discover York’s secret cats, learn about a quirky collector and where Roald Dahl received some inspiration and, as one of the most haunted places in Europe, hear a ghost story or two! 

So grab your Viking helmet put on some comfy shoes, and get ready to explore the sights, discover hidden gems and ultimately, conquer your York  Quest!

General Quest Information
Starting Location:        Museum Gardens in front of the Yorkshire Museum
Ending Location:         York Minster
Quest Distance:           1.9 Miles (3 km)
Approximate Time:      2.5 – 3+ hours
Accessibility:               Suitable for wheelchair users and prams (this Quest does not go onto the city walls) with some minor detours (no puzzles are missed)

Note:  Due to the opening hours of two locations, we recommend you start this Quest between 9:00am – 5:00pm

Sights Along The Way:
York Minster
Dean’s Park
Bootham Bar
Yorkshire Museum & Museum Gardens
York Art Gallery
York Theatre Royal
The Shambles
Merchant Adventurer’s Hall (of course for us Adventurers!)
Barley Hall
Many snickelways
And so much more….we can’t let you in on all the secrets!

Note: This Quest does not take you to Clifford’s Tower or the Jorvik Viking Centre. However, it does provide a map of how to explore this area on your own before continuing onto the Quest.