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City exploration game
Superhero Support Team: Santa Monica
4.8Player rating
A DIFFERENT WAY TO SEE THE CITY
Play at your pace · usually 96 min 3.7 km Santa Monica App-guided
Play in
English
The experience
About this quest
Named one of National Geographic's “Top 10 Beach Cities in the World," immerse yourself in Santa Monica's pristine beauty, as you assist a motley group of Super Heroes in saving the world from a sinister supervillain threat.
Your journey will take you to locations featuring some of the most picturesque views of the pacific ocean, and famous white sandy beaches. You'll witness many different trees and plants, and stroll down lively streets brimming with unique shopping, and tasty cuisine.
Your journey will take you to locations featuring some of the most picturesque views of the pacific ocean, and famous white sandy beaches. You'll witness many different trees and plants, and stroll down lively streets brimming with unique shopping, and tasty cuisine.
Is this for you?
Who it's for
Families with school-age kids who love superheroes, and friends visiting the pier, help a band of heroes foil a supervillain while walking from Santa Monica Pier through Palisades Park and Third Street Promenade to Jadis. Expect light outdoor puzzles, ocean views and lively streets over a little more than two hours. If you want a live guide sharing in-depth history, or 3.7 km on foot is too far, pick something else.
What makes this quest special
Highlights
Take in the amazing scenery, vibrant culture, and lively pulse of Santa Monica!
Witness the world's only solar-powered Ferris wheel.
Appreciate the craftsmanship of hand-carved carousel horses.
Visit a coffee shop iconic in skateboarding and surfing history.
See unique architecture that started entire movements.
From people who played this quest
Good times. In their words.
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From your phone to the streets
A walk that turns into an adventure.
- 1
Open the app. You’re on your way.
Choose your pass, then open your quest in the Questo app. It guides you from the starting point.
- 2
Get outside. Follow your curiosity.
Discover real places and their stories on foot. Stop for a coffee or a photo, then pick up where you left off.
- 3
Crack a clue. Share a little victory.
Look around for answers, solve puzzles and enjoy the “we got it!” moments.
CHOOSE YOUR PASS
How many are playing?
Get this questNo booking slot · play any dayFull refund until you start playing
BRING YOUR WHOLE GROUP
One city. Rival teams. Great stories together.
A school trip, a team day or friends out together. Turn your next outing into a little friendly competition.
Everyone for themselves
One player per phone. Solve clues on your own and race for the top spot on the final leaderboard.
Can a team share one phone?
Yes. Play together on one phone per team, or use your own phones and join the same team in the app. We recommend your own phones so everyone can take part.
Your walk, at a glance
Santa Monica
A · Start
200 Santa Monica Pier, Santa Monica, CA 90401, USA
B · Finish
2701 Main St, Santa Monica, CA 90405, USA
Start and finish only. Discover the stops as you play.
Along the way
Landmarks & Hidden Gems Included
The people behind the adventure
Created by Brad Simanski.
A route that brings places and playful storytelling together.
Made by Brad Simanski
WHAT MAKES A QUEST DIFFERENT
Your adventure, with a playful twist.
1 / 4
Experience
- This quest
- Discover places through stories and clues in the app
- Guided walking tour
- Hear stories and ask a guide questions
2 / 4
Pace
- This quest
- Pause for a photo, a café or a longer look
- Guided walking tour
- Usually follows the guide’s schedule
3 / 4
Company
- This quest
- Explore with your own people or on your own
- Guided walking tour
- Private and shared group tours are available
4 / 4
Guidance
- This quest
- Directions and challenges in the Questo app
- Guided walking tour
- Live interpretation from a guide
Features and terms vary by experience. Check the details before booking.
Good to know before you play
- No attractions ticket(s) required
- Play on weekdays during working hours to avoid large crowds
A little clarity before you go
Frequently asked questions
Where is Palisades Park on this route?
Palisades Park is the third stop. You reach it after Santa Monica Pier and the Looff Hippodrome, and continue from there to Third Street Promenade at Broadway. The app leads you between stops on foot, so you do not need to plan the way yourself.
What will we see in Santa Monica on this walk?
In order, the stops are Santa Monica Pier, the Looff Hippodrome, Palisades Park, Third Street Promenade at Broadway, Tongva Park, Santa Monica City Hall, Dogtown Coffee, Horatio Court, the California Heritage Museum and Jadis. Along the way you get Pacific views, parks with varied trees and plants, and busy shopping streets.
Where does it start and finish, and how long does it take?
You start at Santa Monica Pier and finish at Jadis, so it does not end where it began. The route covers 3.7 km, and most players take a little over two hours, including walking and puzzles. Allow extra time if you stop for food or shopping.
Is it good for kids?
It suits school-age children who like superheroes: the story has you helping a group of heroes stop a supervillain, and the puzzles are light. Keep in mind the 3.7 km walk and the two-hour-plus length. Playing on weekdays during working hours helps you avoid big crowds at busy spots like the pier.
Can we play as a group, and do we need to book a time?
Yes, one ticket covers the whole group playing together on one phone. There is no set time slot and no guide to meet, so you can start whenever you like. You can also pause partway and continue later. No attraction tickets are needed along the route.
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