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City exploration game
Medieval Norwich Walking Tour: A Stranger Escape Game
4.63Player rating
A DIFFERENT WAY TO SEE THE CITY
Play at your pace · usually 100 min 3.2 km Norwich App-guided
Play in
EnglishDutch
The experience
About this quest
Norwich, 1580. Youâve just stepped onto unfamiliar cobblestones, a Stranger in a foreign land, seeking safety and purpose.Â
As a skilled weaver from the Low Countries, your future begins hereâbut first, you must find your way through the cityâs winding lanes. With only a note in your pocket and distant voices guiding you, uncover Norwichâs medieval secrets, solve clever puzzles, and follow clues that lead to safety⊠or something else. Walk, explore, and feel history come alive with every step.Â
This is more than a game - itâs a shared adventure through time, perfect to experience with a friend or loved one. Lace up your bootsâyour escape begins now.
Is this for you?
Who it's for
Friends, couples and families with teenagers who would rather solve an outdoor escape game than follow a plain walk will enjoy playing a weaver from the Low Countries newly arrived in 1580 Norwich, cracking puzzles from Elm Hill and Tombland Alley to the Cathedral, the Castle and Strangers' Hall. Allow about three hours for 3.2 km. Anyone wanting a live guide to quiz, or a short indoor escape room, should choose something else.
What makes this quest special
Highlights
See the famous Norwich Cathedral and Norwich Castle
Discover some of the city's grisliest stories
Find out how the Strangers helped shape Norwich into what it is today
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. Youâre 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 âwe got it!â 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
Norwich
A · Start
The Halls, St Andrew's Plain, Norwich NR3 1AU, UK
B · Finish
4 Charing Cross, Norwich NR2 4AL, UK
Start and finish only. Discover the stops as you play.
Along the way
Landmarks & Hidden Gems Included
The people behind the adventure
Created by Eastern Quest.
A route that brings places and playful storytelling together.
Made by Eastern Quest
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 guideâs 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
- We recommend not playing at night
- Route may be affected by temporary ongoing construction work
A little clarity before you go
Frequently asked questions
Is this a self-guided walking tour of Norwich?
Yes. You play on your phone and the app leads you through 13 stops in the medieval centre, telling the story of each place and setting a puzzle in what is in front of you. There is no guide and no group to join. Start any time, and pause and continue later.
Is this like a medieval escape room in Norwich?
It is an outdoor escape game set in Norwich in 1580. You are a Stranger, a skilled weaver from the Low Countries, following a note and distant voices through the city's lanes, solving puzzles and following clues that lead to safety, or something else.
Where does it start and finish, and how long does it take?
The route is a loop of about 3.2 km. It starts at The Halls and finishes at Strangers' Hall, passing Elm Hill, Norwich Cathedral, Bishops Bridge, Pulls Ferry, Norwich Castle and the Guildhall. Most players take about three hours, including walking and puzzles.
Does the route go through Tombland?
Yes. After Elm Hill the route takes you through Tombland Alley and on to Erpingham Gate and the West Front of Norwich Cathedral, before continuing to the Great Hospital and down to Bishops Bridge.
Can we play as a group, and is it good for kids?
One ticket covers the whole group playing together. The story and puzzles suit teenagers and adults best. Play in daylight, as playing at night is not recommended, and note that temporary construction work may affect parts of the route.
Whatâs the story here?
Itâs 1580. Youâre a weaver from the Low CountriesââThe Strangersââwhoâs just arrived in Norwich. With a note in your pocket and voices calling you from dark alleys, you need to navigate the cityâs winding medieval streets, solve puzzles, and make it safely to Strangersâ Hall.
How long will this adventure take, and how much walking?
Expect to spend ~85â115 minutes, walking about 3.2 km (~4,200 steps). Enough time to soak up the history without feeling rushed.
Is it good for a date?
Absolutely. The setting is atmosphericâold streets, candlelike lamps (in photos at least), hidden passages. Itâs one of those walks youâll remember together.
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HISTORY AND CULTURE IN NORWICH
A history-led way to explore Norwich
Medieval Norwich Walking Tour: A Stranger Escape Game is for visitors who want more context than a casual walk, but more freedom than a scheduled guided tour. The quest uses a route through Norwich to connect clues, places and stories.
The route starts at The Halls and finishes at Strangers' Hall over 3.2 km, with 13 challenge locations. Typical duration: 100 min; 3.2 km walking route; 13 challenge locations
Choose this for active, private discovery at your pace. Choose a guided historical tour or museum when expert live interpretation or curated exhibits matter more. Playable languages: English, Dutch.
