About this experience
Step into the glamour and dark secrets of Los Angeles with "Death in the Shadows," an interactive, self-guided murder mystery walking tour in Beverly Hills. A famous blogger has been murdered, and you are the lead detective! Was the killer her obsessed boyfriend, or a shadowy local?
Skip the crowded tourist buses and experience the city like never before! Starting at Beverly Cañon Gardens, your squad will navigate iconic streets by following clues and solving 12 puzzles directly on your smartphone.
What makes this perfect for your trip:
• Total Flexibility: There is no fixed schedule. Start whenever you want, pause for a coffee, and resume at your own pace.
• Escape the Crowds: We guide you away from typical tourist traps to uncover secret spots most tourists walk right past.
• Private & Interactive: You aren't passively listening to a guide in a large group. You actively engage with your surroundings to crack the case.
At a glance
- Duration: 1 hr 30 min
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 1 hr 30 min for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What is included
- 12 puzzle challenges
- Flexibility to pause and resume anytime
- Storyline content with characters, clues, and prompts
- Built-in GPS map and route navigation
- Mobile access code (in the Questo app)
Itinerary and highlights
A glamorous neighborhood, a shocking crime, and you as the lead detective—this self-guided quest turns Beverly Hills into a real-world mystery game.
Using your smartphone, you’ll follow a story-driven route on foot, solving 10–15 puzzle challenges that reveal clues and move the case forward. Along the way, you’ll explore iconic Beverly Hills streets and photo-worthy spots while “interrogating” suspects and connecting evidence. The built-in GPS map keeps you on track, and you can pause for coffee, shopping, or photos anytime. Bring a pen and paper if you love taking notes like a true investigator.
What makes this tour unique? It blends sightseeing with an interactive whodunit storyline, so every stop feels like part of the investigation—not just another point on a map.
Start whenever you want and play at your own pace—perfect for couples, families with teens, and curious travelers who want a fun twist on a walking tour.
See the overview, available options and booking details for the experience schedule.
Meeting and pickup information
- The game starts at Beverly Cañon Gardens. After booking, we'll message you a code and activation link. Activate with your own email, then log in to the Questo app with that email. No message? Open the Questo app, tap "Bought a quest somewhere else?" and enter your booking reference number.
Languages and tickets
- German — Guide
- English — Guide
- Italian — Guide
- French — Guide
- ro — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Questo
Accessibility and practical details
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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