• Town Hall Birmingham - Greetings, adventurer! Your Questo journey kicks off here in Birmingham, beginning at Birmingham Town Hall! Nestled in Victoria Square, this venue is more than just a typical town hall; it celebrates art in all its forms: jazz, folk, rock, pop, or dance. During a break from a council meeting, you can indulge in a captivating performance. However, this welcoming cultural hub conceals some intriguing secrets! Are you ready for the challenge? Explore your surroundings to uncover the clue and move forward.
• The Magnet Centre Banqueting Suite in Birmingham - Congratulations! Celebrate your progress at The Magnet Centre Banqueting Suite in Birmingham! After all the walking, a delightful banquet with plenty of food and dancing might be just what you need. It’s rumored to be a VIP party, exclusively for Questo explorers. But wait, before proceeding, you must find the code, and then we’ll toast with champagne at the game’s conclusion!
• Gas Street Basin - Do you hear the sound of paddles splashing in the water? The chatter of people enjoying their afternoon? Then you’ve likely arrived at the Gas Street Basin in central Birmingham. This canal offers a cruise where you can admire the city’s treasures while reflecting on your thoughts. It presents a vibrant and colorful depiction of life during the industrial era. While you ponder, search around to find the missing clue. Perhaps it sank into the canal, or maybe it’s right before your eyes.
• Bullring & Grand Central Birmingham - Well, well! You’ve reached the midpoint of your quest. As a showcase of Birmingham’s retail therapy options, Bullring is one of the UK’s most frequented shopping centers, located in the city’s heart. Although you won’t encounter real bulls here, it’s still an exhilarating place, especially when discounts are near! So, don’t delay and answer the question to proceed!
• Grand Central - Linked to the Bullring by a bridge, Grand Central is another visually stunning shopping center. Examine your immediate surroundings to solve the challenge, and we’ll treat you to some shopping therapy once the game concludes!
• ICC Mall - ICC Mall is your next stop - a delightful venue running through the International Convention Centre. Known for its performances, you can enjoy various events here, from conferences to concerts. Upon arrival, you’ll receive guidance on continuing your game while learning about the place’s history.
• The Mailbox - Something suggests you’ve received an important message, but it’s not on Gmail or Yahoo; it’s at The Mailbox - a high-end shopping and office development in Birmingham’s heart. This site was once the Royal Mail’s main sorting office for Birmingham, hence its name. Today, they no longer sort envelopes but offer an exquisite selection of brands. Additionally, you can find the main office of BBC Birmingham and accommodations at one of two world-class hotels: the ‘oasis of luxury’ at Malmaison and the AC Hotel. Look around and discover the mysteries Questo has in store for you!
• Hall of Memory - You’re now heading to the Hall of Memory - a war memorial in Centenary Square, Birmingham, honoring citizens who lost their lives during WW1’s tragic events. The interior features three carved bas-relief plaques, each with symbolic significance: the Call - the departure to war, the Front Line - the fighting, and the Return - the arrival home of the wounded. Birmingham was significantly impacted by the World Wars, and the Birmingham Blitz has earned its place in history. Although you’re not among ruins now, uncover the mystery and learn more about this place!
• Victoria Square - Birmingham boasts many public squares, and Victoria Square is arguably its most renowned. What better way to conclude the city exploration game than in a grand manner? Named after Queen Victoria, this central city area houses the magnificent Council House, the city’s town hall, and hosts one of the world’s largest Christmas markets each winter. This iconic location has a rich history, evolving ingeniously over the centuries, allowing you to enjoy its best version today! Without further ado, solve the final challenge to call yourself a true Questo explorer!

• Share one device with up to 3 people, or get separate access per team to compete
• Freedom to pause anytime, warm up in a pub, take photos, explore
• Clues and a map in the app to guide you between locations
• 10 puzzle challenges guiding you through Birmingham’s most haunted locations
• Full access to the haunted Birmingham escape game on the Questo app
• A chilling ghost story where you must free trapped spirits before you vanish

• Live tour guide (this is a self-guided app experience)

Upon arriving at New Street Station, an icy chill fills the air. A Victorian ghost reveals that the souls of Birmingham’s workers are trapped beneath the city, and warns that you are fading too. Your mission is to find letters hidden throughout the town and complete an invocation before time runs out.

Embark on a journey through 10 haunted locations, including a station built over a disturbed cemetery, a secret tunnel, a cellar where rioters met a fiery end, and a cathedral where a statue springs to life. Solve ciphers to liberate the souls before you disappear.

Download the Questo app, use your booking code to activate the quest, and begin your adventure at New Street Station. No guide or schedule is needed, and it’s best experienced after dark.

Uncover Birmingham’s darkest tales: a hidden tomb with 1,163 bodies beneath a convention center, the city’s last public hanging, and a mayor whose ghost still lingers in his office, surrounded by fresh flowers.

Ideal for enthusiasts of ghost stories and puzzle-solving. The experience lasts about 50 minutes, with 10 stops through haunted Birmingham.

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