Do I need to download an app to play this game?

No. You'll receive all game details via email after booking. Simply use the link and instructions on your smartphone's browser — no app installation needed.

Can I play alone, or do I need a group?

You can play solo or in a group. One ticket covers 1–4 people sharing one device. Larger groups can buy multiple tickets and play competitively against each other.

What if I don't know Leiden well? Will I get lost?

The GPS guidance keeps you on track, and the game is designed to lead you through the city's historic centre. Even first-time visitors navigate successfully by following the clues and location prompts.

When can I start the game after booking?

You choose a date when booking, but you can begin playing anytime on that day — whether 9am or 3pm. This flexibility lets you fit the game into your itinerary whenever suits you.

What's the difficulty level, and is it suitable for kids?

The game is intermediate level. Older children (13+) and adults comfortable with puzzles and lateral thinking will enjoy it most. Younger kids may need parent support on some riddles.

Do I need good internet connection throughout the game?

Yes, your smartphone needs reliable internet (data or Wi-Fi) to access GPS navigation, clues, and photo submission. Check your connection before starting.

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Secrets of Leiden Self-Guided Exploration Game Tour

Leiden, Netherlands

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About this activity

Discover Leiden's best-kept secrets through an interactive, GPS-guided exploration game playable entirely on your phone. Solve puzzles, riddles, and photo challenges as you navigate the historic city centre and uncover hidden histories and local facts that even residents don't know.

Secrets of Exploration Game is a self-guided tour that gives you a fun and interactive way to discover the city. All you need is a phone with an internet connection. As soon as you book the game, we will send you all the information you need via email.

Explore the city and engage with its surroundings while you discover the most hidden secrets of the city!

To progress, you will encounter challenging puzzles, riddles, and photo tasks that will require you to explore the city. During the game you will learn more about the history, special characters, culture and you will discover many unique facts about the city of your choice. We uncovered Secrets that are unknown even to real locals!

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

Difficulty level: intermediate
Duration: 2 hours
Tickets: You only have to buy 1 ticket per group (1-4 people). Each group will play with 1 device. For groups of more than 4 people, you can buy 2 or more tickets.
To book this game you need to indicate a date/time, BUT you can start whenever you like.

WHAT IS UNIQUE ABOUT THE GAME:

Discover the best kept secrets in the city’s historic centre with the Secrets of Exploration Game, an exciting GPS-based exploration game!

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. Solve the fun puzzles and questions, complete photo tasks and more in order to score as many points as possible and gain extra clues to help you with the final puzzle. You can even earn a spot on the leaderboard!

Our Exploration Game offers the maximum independence, you can play pause & continue whenever you want.

HOW TO PLAY:

Book the Exploration Game, check the email we send you with the simple instructions, download the Loquiz App, access the Exploration Game and you are ready to begin your gaming experience!

Highlights

✓GPS-based self-guided game — explore at your own pace with only a smartphone
✓Intermediate-level puzzles, riddles, and photo tasks unlock local secrets
✓Learn surprising facts about Leiden's history, culture, and notable figures
✓Flexible timing — book a date but start whenever suits you during that day
✓One ticket covers 1–4 people on a single device; scalable for larger groups
✓Works as solo exploration or competitive team-building activity

Insider tips

★Bring a fully charged phone and check your data/Wi-Fi connection before starting — you'll need reliable internet throughout
★Wear comfortable walking shoes; the 2-hour game involves active exploration of the city centre
★Play with a group for a competitive twist, or go solo for a more meditative discovery experience
★Book your preferred date, but you can launch the game anytime that day — great for flexible travel plans

Good to know

•All instructions and puzzles are sent via email after booking — no app download required, just a smartphone with internet
•One ticket covers up to 4 people playing on one device; purchase additional tickets if your group exceeds 4
•Intermediate difficulty level — suitable for ages ~13+ and those comfortable with lateral thinking
•Estimated duration is 2 hours, but pace depends on puzzle-solving speed and group size

Who it's for

Small groups and families seeking interactive cultural discoverySolo travellers wanting a structured yet independent way to explore a new cityCorporate or friend groups looking for a creative, low-pressure team-building activityPuzzle and riddle enthusiasts who enjoy gamified sightseeing

Best time to visit

Play during daylight hours (ideally 9am–4pm) to comfortably read clues, take required photos, and navigate the historic centre safely. Leiden's compact layout suits exploration in spring, summer, or autumn when weather is dry and streets are lively.