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Amsterdam Ghost Hunt: Self-Guided Mystery Adventure

4.2 (6 reviews) 2 h 30 min Free cancellation Private tour
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Amsterdam Ghost Hunt: Self-Guided Mystery Adventure

About this activity

Amsterdam’s haunted past is calling, and your friends' lives may depend on your courage. After a strange night out, you awaken alone. To find them, you must solve eerie clues and face the restless spirits who still roam the city’s narrow streets.

This walking adventure will guide you through the Red Light District, Dam Square, the Amsterdam Dungeon, and hidden alleyways few dare to tread. Solve real-world puzzles, uncover chilling legends, and discover which spirits are friends—and which are foes. Every step reveals another piece of the mystery.

What makes this tour unique? It’s an unforgettable mix of ghost story, outdoor escape game, and treasure hunt, offering a spine-tingling way to explore Amsterdam’s real history.

Gather your bravest friends or family, open the app, and step into a chilling story of fate, friendship, and discovery. Will you save them—or join the ghosts of Amsterdam?

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At a glance

Duration
2 h 30 min
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–15
Written guide
English, Dutch
Operated by
Questo

Ages: Adults (1–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Ghost-themed storyline content
  • Included: 15 puzzle challenges
  • Included: Mobile access code
  • Included: Flexibility to pause/resume anytime

Not included

  • Not included: A tour guide.
  • Not included: Entry tickets to attractions (visiting the inside of the attractions is customer's choice)

Itinerary

  1. Stop 1

    Passing by

    You will begin at the Hotel Prins Hendrik. Here you will be given your first clue to solve the challenge

  2. Stop 2

    10 min

    You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at the Spooksteeg. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.

  3. Stop 3

    10 min

    You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at the Bloedstraat. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.

  4. Nieuwmarkt

    Passing by

    You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at the Nieuwmarkt. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.

  5. Montelbaanstoren

    Passing by

    You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at the Montelbaanstoren. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.

  6. Zuiderkerk

    Passing by

    You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at the Zuiderkerk. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.

  7. Spinhuissteeg

    Passing by

    You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at the Spinhuissteeg. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.

  8. Agnieten Chapel

    Passing by

    You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at the Agnieten Chapel. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.

  9. Stop 9

    Passing by

    You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at the Rasphuispoort. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.

  10. The Amsterdam Dungeon

    Passing by

    You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at The Amsterdam Dungeon. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.

  11. Dam Square

    10 min

    You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at Dam Square. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.

  12. Torensluis

    Passing by

    You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at the Torensluis Bridge. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.

  13. Gay Monument

    10 min

    You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at the Homomonument. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.

  14. Westerkerk

    10 min

    You will finish at the Westerkerk. Here is where both the story and the city exploration games end.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • The game starts at Hotel Prins Hendrik. After booking, we'll message you a code and activation link. Activate with your own email, then log in to the Questo app with that email. No message? Open the Questo app, tap "Bought a quest somewhere else?" and enter your booking reference number.

End point

  • You will finish at the Westerkerk

Using your ticket

Thank you for booking with Questo. Your code is your booking reference number: the digits after "BR-".

Here's how to play it:

1. Activate your quest. Go to the unlock page on the Questo website (questoapp.com/unlock), enter your email and your code.

2. Download the Questo app on your phone (App Store or Google Play) and create an account with the same email used for activation.

3. Once you're logged in to the Questo app, open the Quests section. Your quest will be there, ready to be played.

IMPORTANT

  • Booked more than one ticket? You can invite the other participants right after activating, or later from the Quests section in the app.
  • If you don't see your quest in the Quests section in the Questo app, tap "Bought a quest somewhere else?" and enter your code again. You can also upload a screenshot of your booking confirmation there.

GOOD TO KNOW

  • The quest is available every day, at any hour. Go to the starting point and begin whenever you're ready.
  • Download the story and the map before you head out. After that, it works without internet.
  • Start with at least 50% battery.

Still have questions? Send us a message or talk to our customer support at: questoapp.com/chat

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%

Good to know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Service animals allowed

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Traveller ratings

4.2 out of 5 · 6 reviews
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