Colchester: Lost Roman Centurion Puzzle Adventure
Overview
You are Exodus Hinge, psychic investigator. A Roman Centurion named Lucius has summoned you to Colchester, Britain's first Roman city. Help his restless spirit solve 14 puzzles across ancient Camulodunum so he can finally pass to the underworld.
Decode inscriptions at Britain's largest Roman gateway. Count chariot starting gates at the only Roman Circus in the country. Crack a cipher at Colchester Castle, built on top of a temple to Emperor Claudius.
Download the Questo app, activate with your booking code, and start at Balkerne Gate. No guide needed, just your phone, clues and a map in the app. Play as a team of up to 3 or solo.
Discover how Boudicca burned this city to the ground, why Claudius may have arrived on a war elephant, and where Roman jewellery was buried during the revolt and found 2,000 years later.
About 90 minutes, 14 stops, 3.6 km across Colchester. Perfect for history lovers who want to walk through 2,000 years of Roman Britain.
What's Included
- 14 puzzle challenges across Colchester's Roman landmarks
- Freedom to pause anytime, warm up in a cafe, or visit Colchester Castle
- A storyline following a Roman Centurion's journey to the underworld
- Play as a team (up to 3 per device) or solo
- Full access to the Lost Centurion quest on the Questo app
- Clues and a map in the app to guide you between stops
- Live tour guide (self-guided via the app)
Meeting Location
Balkerne Passage
Colchester CO3 3AA, UK
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Castle Park
Colchester CO1 1TJ, UK
You will get to the final stop by following the directions from the app.
What To Expect
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Balkerne Gate
7 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Mercury Theatre
7 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Jumbo Water Tower
7 minutes Admission Ticket Free
2A Crouch St
7 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Roman Church
7 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Roman Circus Visitor Centre
7 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Butt Road
7 minutes Admission Ticket Free
6a Sir Isaac's Walk
7 minutes Admission Ticket Free
17 Trinity St
7 minutes Admission Ticket Free
65 W Stockwell St
7 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Roman Theatre
7 minutes Admission Ticket Free
High Street
7 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Duncan's Gate
7 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Colchester Castle
7 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- • 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.
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Activity code: C-107194P372
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