What You Will Do
Discover the history of Downtown Charleston by solving challenges and unlocking stories on your phone, leading you to new places and amazing stories.
Play the engaging exploration game, playing as the brother of the once-governor – murdered by “the Black Thumb”. As you solve challenges, the story unfolds and exact directions on your phone will guide you to the next location. Ready for an adventure?
Highlights include:
• Explore St. Philip’s Church, Dock Street Theatre, The Fire Station, and other lesser-known places.
• Enjoy a unique story brought to you by our talented writers.
• Learn about the fascinating story of Rainbow Row.
• Try a new type of experience, the perfect mix between a tour, an outdoor escape game and a treasure hunt.
After your booking, you will receive an email with instructions on how to download and play the game on your phone. We recommend that each user purchases a ticket for an optimal experience, although several people can share a phone.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Itinerary
Meeting Point
• Go to St. Philip’s Church (game starting point).
• Bring a charged phone.
• Open the Questo app and follow the instructions.
• You must have downloaded the app and created an account first, using the same email you made the purchase with.
1
St. Philip's Church
You will begin at St. Philip’s Church. 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
Dock Street Theatre
Here you will find 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.
3
Charleston Fire Department Station 2/3
Study your next clue on The Fire Station.
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4
8 1/2 State St
To unlock the next part of the story you will be given your next clue to solve the challenge that awaits you.
5
Old Exchange and Provost Dungeon
Look up your next clue to unlock the next part of the story and give you the correct directions.
6
The Tavern at Rainbow Row
You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at The Tavern at Rainbow Row. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
7
Rainbow Row
Receive your next clue. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
8
Stolls Alley
Enjoy the view and continue exploring at your own pace.
9
Preservation Society of Charleston
Explore at your own pace while admiring the Carolopolis Awards and Carriage Stone around you.
10
Simmons-Edwards House
Enjoy the view and continue exploring at your own pace.
11
The Greenery Florist
Explore at your own pace while admiring the Flower Boxes around you.
12
Nathaniel Russell House
Receive your next clue. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
13
Second State Coffee
See The “Two-Bit” Society and get your next clue to solve the challenge and get new directions.
14
Saint Michael's Church
You will finish at Saint Michael’s Church. Here is where both the story and the city exploration games end.
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