Colchester: Lost Roman Centurion Puzzle Adventure

5.0(3)1 h 40 minFree cancellationBy Questo

About this activity

You are Exodus Hinge, psychic investigator. A Roman Centurion named Lucius has summoned you to Colchester, Britain's first Roman city. Help his restless spirit solve 14 puzzles across ancient Camulodunum so he can finally pass to the underworld.

Decode inscriptions at Britain's largest Roman gateway. Count chariot starting gates at the only Roman Circus in the country. Crack a cipher at Colchester Castle, built on top of a temple to Emperor Claudius.

Download the Questo app, activate with your booking code, and start at Balkerne Gate. No guide needed, just your phone, clues and a map in the app. Play as a team of up to 3 or solo.

Discover how Boudicca burned this city to the ground, why Claudius may have arrived on a war elephant, and where Roman jewellery was buried during the revolt and found 2,000 years later.

About 90 minutes, 14 stops, 3.6 km across Colchester. Perfect for history lovers who want to walk through 2,000 years of Roman Britain.

What's included

✓14 puzzle challenges across Colchester's Roman landmarks
✓Freedom to pause anytime, warm up in a cafe, or visit Colchester Castle
✓A storyline following a Roman Centurion's journey to the underworld
✓Play as a team (up to 3 per device) or solo
✓Full access to the Lost Centurion quest on the Questo app
✓Clues and a map in the app to guide you between stops

Not included

✕Live tour guide (self-guided via the app)

Meeting and pickup

The game starts at Balkerne Gate. After booking, we'll message you a code and activation link. Activate with your own email, then log in to the Questo app with that email. No message? Open the Questo app, tap "Bought a quest somewhere else?" and enter your booking reference number.

Good to know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• 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.

Cancellation policy

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

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