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Amsterdam Treasure Mystery: The Sailor's Lost Diamonds

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Amsterdam, Netherlands
  • 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours (approx.)
  • Group discounts
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

For those looking for an alternative to a traditional walking tour, combine game play with sightseeing with this interactive scavenger hunt across Amsterdam. Simply using the app on your phone, solve the clues to navigate the city—directions provided—from Old Town and Rembrandt House to Oude Kerk, Amsterdam Canals, and more. Discover the lesser-known stories of Amsterdam while exploring at your own pace, no WiFi required.
  • Break at any time and resume when it suits your schedule
  • Easy to fit into a busy vacation itinerary
  • Save on your vacation budget with this wallet-friendly activity
  • Get an overview of the city by exploring it by foot

What's Included

  • Full access to the Sailor's Treasure mystery on the Questo app
  • 9 puzzle challenges guiding you through Amsterdam's hidden history
  • An immersive mystery storyline set across Amsterdam's most iconic locations
  • Freedom to pause anytime, grab a coffee, take photos, explore
  • Clues and a map in the app to guide you between locations
  • Share one device with up to 3 people, or get separate access per team to compete
  • Live tour guide (this is a self-guided app experience)

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • Centraal Station
    1012 AB Amsterdam, Netherlands

    Go in front of the Amsterdam Centraal and open the app when you're there. The quest will unlock and you can start.

End point

  • Museum Ons' Lieve Heer op Solder
    Oudezijds Voorburgwal 38-40, 1012 GD Amsterdam, Netherlands

Operating hours

  • 03/01/2026 - 02/28/2027

    Monday - Sunday : 7:00 AM - 11:30 PM

Itinerary

1

Centraal Station

10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

2

Old Center

10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

3

Weeping Tower

10 minutesAdmission Ticket Not Included

4

Montelbaanstoren

10 minutesAdmission Ticket Not Included

5

Red Light District

30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

6

Nieuwmarkt

10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

7

Oude Kerk

10 minutesAdmission Ticket Not Included

8

Our Lord in the Attic Museum Ons' Lieve Heer op Solder

10 minutesAdmission Ticket Not Included

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

Traveler Photos

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Reviews

4.9
based on 41 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Great history

AlfredChrist_A, Oct 2025
We got to experience the town despite not clocking in with our guide. Beautiful town and place here.

Response from Host, Oct 2025

Thanks for your review! We’re glad you enjoyed exploring the area and its history, even self-guided. Hope to see you on another quest soon!

Nice discovery

Emmanuelle_M, Aug 2025
We discovered the famous red light district of Amsterdam through a game of track that took us from clue to clue
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Response from Host, Aug 2025

Merci pour votre avis. Nous sommes ravis que vous ayez apprécié découvrir le quartier rouge d’Amsterdam à travers notre jeu de piste et ses indices.

Schöne Tour mit leichten Aufgaben

Rene_S, Aug 2023
Schöne Tour zu interessanten Bauwerken in Amsterdam eingebettet in eine kleine Geschichte. Die Aufgaben sind sehr leicht, also nichts für echte Escaperoom Fans.

Response from Host, Aug 2023

Glad you enjoyed the Amsterdam tour with its historical insights. While the tasks might not challenge escape room fans, we're here to offer enjoyable experiences. If you're curious for more adventures, we're here to guide you! 🏙️🕵️‍♀️🗺️

Leuk stadsspel

Heleen_V, Feb 2023
Heel fijne, ongedwongen manier om de eerste kennismaking met de stad te doen. Zeer aangenaam, waarin je alles op je eigen tempo kan doen.

Response from Host, Feb 2023

Thank you for sharing positive experience with Questo. We are grateful that you enjoyed the game. Hope to see you explore more games with us.

Découverte d'une partie de la ville de façon très agréable !

Nathalie_R, Jul 2022
Cette activité nous a permis de découvrir des coins de la ville dans lesquels nous n'étions pas passés, les trajets pour aller d'un point à un autre sont assez courts et nous emmènent dans des ruelles agréables. Je conseille entre amis ou en famille!

Response from Host, Jul 2022

Yay! We are happy that you have enjoyed msterdam Old Town: "The Old Sailor" Exploration Game and you've learned more about the city. Thank you for your feedback and we are excited for your next quest!

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per person

up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

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