Overview
Discover historic locations in Philadelphia’s Independence National Historical Park by solving challenges and unlocking stories on your phone. Play the engaging exploration game, taking the role of a time traveler sent from the past by Ben Franklin on a special mission.
As you solve challenges, the story unfolds and directions on your phone will guide you to the next location.
Highlights include:
- Explore Liberty Bell Center, Portrait Gallery, The Signer’s Garden and other lesser-known places.
- Enjoy a uniquely crafted story brought to you by our gifted writers.
- Explore the grave of Benjamin Franklin.
- Try a new type of experience, the perfect mix between a tour, outdoor escape game, and treasure hunt.
- Discover where the first President lived.
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.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
- Badge of Excellence
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
24/7 customer support.
A city exploration game available on your phone (Questo app).
A tour guide.
Entry tickets to attractions (not needed to complete the tour).
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
• Go to The President’s House Site (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.
End point
You will finish at the National Constitution Center.
Good to know
• Unlock your city game in the Questo app using this link: [https://questoapp.com/unlock](https://questoapp.com/unlock)
• Download the Questo app using this link (it’s free): [onelink.to/questo](http://onelink.to/questo)
• Head to the starting point and enjoy your city game!
What to expect
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President's House Site
5 min
You will begin at The President’s House Site. 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.
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President's House Site
5 min
You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at President’s House Site Archeological Excavation. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
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Liberty Bell Center
5 min
You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at Liberty Bell Center. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
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American Philosophical Society
5 min
You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at The Library of the American Philosophical Society. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
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Thomas Jefferson Garden
5 min
You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at Thomas Jefferson Garden. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
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Signer's Garden
5 min
You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at The Signer’s Garden. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
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420 Chestnut St
5 min
You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at Portrait Gallery. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
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Kahal Kadosh Mikveh Israel
5 min
You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at Congregation Mikveh Israel. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
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Christ Church Burial Ground
5 min
You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at Final Resting Place of Benjamin Franklin. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
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Arch Street Meeting House
5 min
You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at The Meeting House. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
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National Constitution Center
5 min
You will finish at the National Constitution Center. Here is where both the story and the city exploration games end.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (America/New York).
Additional Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
FAQs about Founding Fathers Quest Experience in Philadelphia
Can I cancel Founding Fathers Quest Experience in Philadelphia for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 45 min–1 hour 15 min.
Where does it start?
• Go to The President’s House Site (game starting point). • Bring a charged phone. • Open the Questo app and follow the instructions. • You must have downloaded the…
What's included?
- 24/7 customer support.
- A city exploration game available on your phone (Questo app).
What's not included?
- A tour guide.
- Entry tickets to attractions (not needed to complete the tour).
Which places does it visit?
It visits President's House Site, Liberty Bell Center, American Philosophical Society, Thomas Jefferson Garden, Signer's Garden, Kahal Kadosh Mikveh Israel, Christ Church Burial Ground, Arch Street Meeting House.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
What fitness level is needed?
It is suitable for all physical fitness levels.
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