Do I need a guide or physical game materials?

No. This is entirely self-guided using the Loquiz app on your smartphone. After booking, you'll receive instructions via email—just download the app and start playing.

How many people can play with one ticket?

One ticket covers 1–4 people on a single device. Groups larger than four can purchase additional tickets (one per device/group).

Can I choose when to start the game?

Yes. You pick any time on your selected date and begin whenever you're ready. The game takes approximately 2 hours to complete.

Is this suitable for kids or first-time puzzle solvers?

Yes. The difficulty is rated as easy, making it family-friendly and accessible to players new to detective games.

What do I need to bring or prepare?

You'll need a smartphone with the Loquiz app installed and a reliable internet connection. A charged battery or portable charger is recommended for the 2-hour activity.

Do I need to know anything about Sherlock Holmes or mystery games beforehand?

No prior knowledge is required. The game is story-driven and self-contained, introducing the mystery and guiding you through clue-solving as you explore Heraklion.

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Heraklion Self-Guided Detective Murder Mystery Game

Heraklion, Crete, Greece

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About this activity

Solve a Sherlock Holmes-themed murder mystery across Heraklion's streets using the Loquiz app, combining detective puzzle-solving with self-guided exploration of the city. This flexible, story-driven game works solo or in groups of up to four, letting you uncover clues and twist the plot at your own pace.

Eleftherias Square in Heraklion is where the first clue is waiting, a short walk from the Archaeological Museum. From there the route runs into the old town, past the Morosini Fountain and the church of Agios Titos, and out to the Rocca a Mare fortress at the harbour mouth. It is a self-guided murder mystery game rather than a guided walk.

The centre is compact and mostly flat, with pedestrian streets doing much of the work, so families with children manage it as easily as groups of friends, couples or colleagues. A team is up to four people on one phone; larger groups take extra tickets and split up. Playing alone works. There is no guide, and no start time you have to meet.

How to play

Getting a team started in Heraklion takes four steps.

Book the City Game
Check the instructions email
Download the Loquiz app
Start playing whenever you like

The case is the murder of Balthasar. Codes have to be cracked, photo tasks completed on the spot, and the statements of digital characters set against each other until one of them gives. The trail runs along the Venetian Walls and past the Cathedral of Agios Minas, and each puzzle solved crosses off a suspect.

More than one team turns the afternoon into a race between them, which is what makes it a practical teambuilding activity. Break for something to eat, come back to it, and finish the case in Heraklion.

Highlights

✓Story-immersive mystery solving with plot twists and hidden clues
✓Self-guided gameplay—start anytime on your chosen date
✓Family-friendly easy difficulty level
✓Groups of 1–4 people share one ticket and device
✓Transforms Heraklion into an interactive crime-solving playground
✓No guide required—just download the Loquiz app and begin

Insider tips

★One ticket covers up to 4 people on one device, making it cost-effective for groups—solo players only need one ticket too
★Download the Loquiz app before you arrive in Heraklion to avoid connectivity delays and start immediately
★Play during daylight hours (morning or early afternoon) to read clues easily and navigate streets comfortably
★Bring a fully charged phone and consider a portable charger for a 2-hour session

Good to know

•Approximately 2 hours of active gameplay; pace yourself as you explore on foot
•Easy difficulty rating suitable for families with children and puzzle newcomers
•You'll need the Loquiz app installed and internet connectivity; gameplay is device-based
•Start time is flexible—pick any time on your selected date
•Larger groups can purchase multiple tickets (one per device/group of up to 4)

Who it's for

Families with children seeking interactive city explorationFriend groups and small teams looking for cooperative gamesSolo travelers wanting an engaging, self-paced activityColleagues and work teams seeking a creative team-building experience

Best time to visit

Play during daylight hours (late morning through early afternoon) to easily read clues, navigate Heraklion's streets, and take in the surroundings. Avoid peak midday heat if visiting in summer, or choose cooler shoulder seasons for a more comfortable walk.