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Brussels Origins of the City: Exploration Game and Tour

5.0 (2 reviews) 2 hours Free cancellation Private tour
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Brussels Origins of the City: Exploration Game and Tour

About this activity

Embark on a quest where you will discover the origins of Brussels and its famous landmarks. Solve clues and unlock stories on your phone, as you discover its port, nowadays converted into the lively Place Sainte-Catherine; the first city walls, and many more. Ready for an adventure?

Highlights include:

Walk along Brussels’ city center and visit the Black Tower, the Grand-Place, le Mont des Arts and lesser-known places.

Enjoy a uniquely crafted story brought to you by our talented writers.

Solve clues to find local stories and hidden gems as you explore.

Enjoy a stunning view of the palace from Poelaert's viewpoint.

Try a new type of experience, the perfect mix between a tour, outdoor escape game, and treasure hunt.

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At a glance

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

Ages: Adults (1–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: 24/7 customer support.
  • Included: A city exploration game available on your phone (Questo app).
  • Included: Free for Kids

Not included

  • Not included: A tour guide.
  • Not included: Entry tickets to attractions.

Itinerary

  1. Stop 1

    Passing by

    You will begin at the Porte de Flandre Tram Station. 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.

  2. Monument au Pigeon-Soldat

    Passing by

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

  3. Black Tower

    Passing by

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

  4. St. Catherine's Church

    Passing by

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

  5. Place St. Gery

    Passing by

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

  6. Church of St Nicolas

    Passing by

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

  7. Grand Place

    Passing by

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

  8. Jeanneke Pis

    Passing by

    You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at the Jeanneke-Pis. 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 La Monnaie De Munt. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.

  10. Mont des Arts

    Passing by

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

  11. Palais du Coudenberg

    Passing by

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

  12. Stop 12

    Passing by

    You will finish at the Law Courts of Brussels. 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 Porte de Flandre tram stop. 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 Law Courts of Brussels

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
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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

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