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Birmingham Self-Guided Sherlock Holmes Murder Mystery Game

Birmingham, United Kingdom
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About this activity

Solve a Sherlock Holmes murder mystery while exploring Birmingham's streets in this self-guided game that combines detective work with city sightseeing. Download the Loquiz app, follow clues at your own pace, and unravel the case—a flexible, story-driven adventure perfect for groups or solo players.

Step into the world of Sherlock Holmes and solve a mysterious case during the Sherlock Holmes City Game – a self-guided adventure full of puzzles, plot twists, and hidden clues. This City Game is all about story-driven gameplay and immersive mystery solving, it pulls you into a captivating story that you solve together, making it a unique way to connect, play, and create memories with your group.

Perfect for friends, families, colleagues or solo players who enjoy a challenge and love detective games. Whether you play solo or in teams, it’s a flexible and fun experience that turns the city into your crime-solving playground. After booking, check your email for clear instructions, download the Loquiz app, and dive straight into your detective mission.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

  • Game type: Mystery-solving game
  • Difficulty: Easy – great for families with kids too
  • Tickets: You only need to buy 1 ticket per group (1-4 people)
  • Duration: Approx. 2 hours
  • Group size: 1 ticket per group (1–4 people); larger groups can buy multiple tickets
  • Start time: Pick any time on your selected date – play at your own pace

HOW TO PLAY:

Work solo or with friends, family, or colleagues in teams of up to four per device. After booking, you’ll receive an instructions email with everything you need.

  1. Book the City Game
  2. Check the instructions email
  3. Download the Loquiz App
  4. Begin your gaming experience whenever you like.

We recommend playing with 1 to 4 people on one device. You just buy 1 credit per device. If you are with more than 4 people, you can buy 2 or more credits.

WHAT IS UNIQUE ABOUT THE GAME:

Step into the shoes of a true detective with the Sherlock Holmes City Game – a self-guided mystery adventure played on your phone. Follow clues, crack challenging puzzles, and unravel the thrilling murder of Balthasar. This story-driven game is packed with suspense, fun tasks, and unexpected twists using the scenery of the city as a playground.

Along the way, you’ll meet digital characters, crack codes, complete fun photo tasks, and follow a suspenseful storyline packed with twists. Every puzzle brings you closer to the truth.

Whether you want to play alone for personal excitement or with a group of people this is the game for you! Playing with more groups will turn into a competitive experience, perfect as a teambuilding activity. This game is a fun activity you can do while visiting a city with your family and friends or as a couple.

Our City Game offers the maximum independence, you can play pause & continue whenever you want. The Sherlock Holmes City Game is a murder mystery game that you play in the center of the city. Solve the murder with your colleagues, friends or family! The fun and interactive game is full of brain teasers, puzzles and lots of British humor.

City Game Sherlock Holmes takes about 1.5 - 2 hours, but there is no time limit, so you can finish it at your own pace. After you have booked the game, you will receive login credentials and a simple manual by email. You don't need a guide, just download the app, go to the starting point and you are ready to start the adventure.

Looking for a way to make your city trip more exciting? The Sherlock Holmes City Game is exactly what you are looking for!

Note: this City Game uses the city as an interactive playing field, but does not provide any information about the city.

Highlights

  • Self-paced mystery game playable any time on your booking date
  • Solve puzzles and follow clues linked to real Birmingham locations
  • One ticket covers up to 4 people on a single device
  • Easy difficulty level—family-friendly detective experience
  • Immersive storytelling that doubles as a walking tour of the city

Insider tips

  • Play during quieter mid-morning or early afternoon hours to better focus on clues without city crowds
  • Bring a fully charged phone and portable charger—the app runs continuously for ~2 hours
  • Team up with 2–3 others to share ideas and solve puzzles faster than solo play

Good to know

  • Download the Loquiz app before you start; installation instructions arrive via email after booking
  • 1 ticket covers 1–4 players sharing one device; larger groups should purchase multiple tickets
  • Game covers various Birmingham locations requiring walking; wear comfortable shoes
  • Start whenever you choose on your selected date—no fixed departure time

Who it's for

Families with older children and teens seeking a fun, educational city activityGroups of friends or colleagues looking for a team-building challengeSolo travellers who enjoy puzzle games and want a guided exploration of BirminghamEscape room enthusiasts seeking outdoor, story-driven mystery gameplay

Best time to visit

Play during daylight hours (morning or early afternoon) to easily spot location clues and navigate streets comfortably. Avoid evening or night play when visibility and foot traffic patterns change.

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