Historic Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn: Self-Guided City Exploration Game





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Guided tour
- Explore New York City with a self-guided city game, accessible anytime in the Questo app.
- Go at your own pace - no guides and no groups of strangers involved.
- See where the teddy bear was invented.
- Find the oldest lodge for Black women, hidden among the brownstones.
- Visit the school where Isaac Asimov studied.
- Stroll through brownstone-lined streets and learn about the history of old Brooklyn.
- English only
- Access to the self-guided city exploration game in the Questo app
- Unlimited availability. Play any day, at any hour.
- Pause and resume anytime
- No group limit - bring as many friends as you want!
- English only
- Physical tour guide or game master (NOT NEEDED)
- Parking fees
- WiFi
- Transportation
- Food or drinks
You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Explore Bed-Stuy, one of Brooklyn's most diverse neighborhoods, on an off-path adventure full of fun clues and riddles in this self-guided exploration game. Stroll through its brownstone-lined streets from Fulton Park past the Akwaaba Mansion, the Macon Library and the 13th Regiment Armory to the birthplace of the teddy bear, Boys High School and the Grand Enoch Lodge, and learn the history of this culturally rich neighborhood.
Along the way you solve challenges in the Questo app, learn historical facts and local myths, and discover hidden spots that only locals know and most tourists pass by. The walk covers about 3 km and takes around 1.5 hours, with no time limit.
Ready to go back in time and discover the magic of old Brooklyn?
What to bring
- Smartphone: Bring a smartphone with at least 50% battery and keep it well charged for the whole game.
- App setup: Download the Questo app in advance and create an account with the same email used for purchase.
- Internet: Ensure you have an active internet connection on your phone during the exploration.
- Footwear: Wear comfy shoes since you will walk around Bed-Stuy during the game.
What's not allowed
- Physical guide: You cannot rely on a physical guide, since this experience is fully self-guided on your phone.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair access: This experience is not wheelchair accessible, although it is stroller or pram accessible.
Additional information
- Experience format: This is a self-guided city exploration game you play on your phone via the Questo app.
- Availability: You can start the game any time, with 24/7 access every day of the year.
- Pacing: You can start, pause, take breaks, and continue the game entirely at your own pace.
- Environment: The route is open-air and helps you avoid crowds during your exploration.
- Support: You have access to 24/7 customer support during your experience.
- Transport: Public transportation is nearby if you need to reach or leave the area.
- Children: Infants must not sit on laps during the experience, and infant seats are unavailable.
- Pets: Animals or pets are allowed on this experience.
- Please check your final voucher for the redemption details and specific instructions.
- Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
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