About this tour
Play detective across 1880s Paris, solving a murder tied to the Mona Lisa whilst navigating the Seine's banks and iconic landmarks. This app-based quest chains nine interactive puzzles through the Louvre, Pont Neuf, Notre-Dame and Jardin des Tuileries, uncovering grim historical tales woven into the city's fabric. Run solo at your own pace over 70–100 minutes, pausing whenever you like. The atmosphere sharpens considerably after dark.
Highlights
- Nine smartphone-based puzzles unlocking a fictional 1880s murder case
- Route winds past Louvre, Pont Neuf, Notre-Dame, Tuileries Gardens
- Self-guided; start and stop whenever suits you
- Layer of dark Parisian history threaded throughout
- Most rewarding played at night
- No guide required; explore at leisure
- Works for solo travellers, pairs, and families
What to expect
You'll download an app or access a web link, then follow a map-based trail along the Seine and through central Paris. Each location presents a puzzle—riddles, ciphers, or logic challenges—that feeds the overarching story about a murdered figure tied to Leonardo's masterpiece. Between puzzle-solving, you'll read atmospheric narrative snippets describing the darker, seedier side of 19th-century Paris. Expect to walk 3–5 kilometres at a comfortable pace, with plenty of opportunity to linger at landmarks or pop into a café. The experience is designed to feel like a genuine investigation, not a guided speech.
Good to know
Bring a charged phone and comfortable shoes. The route is entirely wheelchair accessible. Stroller-friendly paths throughout. Public transport is nearby if you need a break. Best tackled in evening hours when the city's lit streets and quieter corners amplify the mystery vibe.
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