Discover Amsterdam as a Detective & Solve the Van Gogh Art Heist

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Player of the Amsterdam scavenger hunt City Detective by Qugato — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Players solve a riddle in city game Amsterdam — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Uncover Amsterdam’s secrets in this thrilling self-guided scavenger hunt. In City Detective, you and your team take on the role of investigators solving a mysterious art theft involving a missing Van Gogh masterpiece.

Using your own smartphone, you’ll follow clues through the city’s canals, lively squares, and hidden backstreets. Eliminate suspects, crack puzzles, and unlock quirky stories about Amsterdam’s art, history, and hidden gems.

Highlights:

Solve a thrilling art theft mystery set in Amsterdam.
Self-guided and flexible: start and pause whenever you want.
Follow clues, solve puzzles, and eliminate suspects.
Explore both iconic landmarks and hidden corners.
Play on your own smartphone via the Qugato app.

Whether you're with friends, family, or colleagues, this Amsterdam detective game is a fun, flexible and interactive way to explore the city and challenge your inner sleuth.

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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
Guide: English, Dutch
Operated by: Qugato - City Game Adventures

What is included

Included

Included: Fun facts and historical tidbits throughout the game
Included: Access to the self-guided City Detective Amsterdam game by Qugato
Included: Login credentials for up to 6 devices per group
Included: Customer support via email and WhatsApp

Not included

Not included: Device (smartphone) and internet access
Not included: Tour guide
Not included: Entry to any attractions

Itinerary

Track down a Van Gogh art thief in this self-guided Amsterdam scavenger hunt. Solve puzzles, follow clues, and explore hidden corners of the city. Self-guided and flexible: start and pause whenever you want. Follow clues, solve puzzles, and eliminate suspects. Explore both iconic landmarks and hidden corners. Play on your own smartphone via the Qugato app. Perfect for groups of friends, families, or team outings.

Stop 1
Leiden Square (Leidseplein)
Amsterdam Canal Ring
Rembrandtplein
The Amstel
Rokin
Spiegelkwartier
Spui
Kalverstraat

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

This is a self-guided city game. You can start whenever it suits you. Login details will be sent to you by email within 10 minutes of your booking.

End point

This is a self-guided city game. You can start whenever it suits you. Login details will be sent to you by email within 10 minutes of your booking.

Using your ticket

Download the Qugato app in advance (App Store / Google Play).
Make sure your phone is fully charged.
A power bank is recommended.
You’ll automatically receive your login credentials by email within 10 minutes of your booking.
If you don’t see the email, check your spam folder. Still nothing? Contact the support team of Qugato by email [email protected].