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Interactive Mystery Hunt by Independence Hall in Philadelphia

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Offered in: English

Overview

Channel your inner Sherlock Holmes in this abduction mystery hunt around the historical city of Philadelphia!

In ‘The Kidnapping by Independence Hall' you are taken back to the year 1932.
You are a policaman in Philadelphia. A baby has been snatched from its pram and replaced with a doll.
Now it is up to you to find the kidnapper and bring the baby back to its parents!

After your purchase, you go to the designated pickup point and collect the mystery package containing everything you will need to solve this mystery. When you have collected it, you are free to begin whenever you want.

Enjoy the flexibility of starting and stopping as you please.

Solving this murder mystery is an exciting and challenging activity that you can try together with your family, friends, or colleagues.

A good tip! We recommend 2-4 in a group.

If you are more than 4 people, you can buy more mysteries and compete against each other.

The winner is the group that solves the mystery the fastest.

What's Included

  • A mystery package containing everything you will need to solve the mystery. Only in English.

    Meeting Location

    Meeting point

    599 Market Street
    Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA

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    Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

    End point

    This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    What To Expect

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    Independence Hall

    Here you start your mystery journey and read the introduction that will then point you in the right direction. You will also end your self-guided city walk here, when you have solve all the tasks and are ready to get to the conclusion and find out who the real culprit is.
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    25 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Washington Square

    This is another location you will visit on your self-guided city walk through Philadelphia.
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    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Chestnut Street

    This location will play a part in you solving the mystery. Tasks and clues will be related to your surroundings and you must solve them to be able to get to the next location.
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    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Lit Brothers Building

    You will pass this building in your city walk as you gather clues to solve the various tasks. Be aware of your surroundings and figure out how to get to the next location.
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    20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Interactive Mystery Hunt by Independence Hall in Philadelphia?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT). Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

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

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    Activity code: C-250720P34

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    What's Included

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    • A mystery package containing everything you will need to solve the mystery. Only in English.

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    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • 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

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

    • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
    • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
    • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
    • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT).

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