A self-guided, app-based city quest that leads you through Melbourne’s laneways and murals—solve clues on your phone to unlock stories about the city’s street art culture.
Overview
Play a city game on your smartphone and follow step-by-step clues to discover iconic and hidden street art spots across the CBD (starting near Hosier Lane). Each puzzle reveals directions to the next stop—no map, GPS, or live guide required—and unlocks short stories about the artists and places you’re seeing.
What You’ll Do
Solve & explore: Crack clues that guide you through laneways, arcades and backstreets.
See the icons: Pass famous murals and stencil spots around the CBD, with optional extensions toward Fitzroy/Collingwood in some routes.
Go at your pace: Pause anytime for photos, coffee stops, or deeper detours—resume the game when you’re ready.
Key Details
Format: Self-guided city exploration game delivered via a mobile web/app link.
Start: Near/at Hosier Lane (exact start point provided after booking).
Duration & distance: About 70–90 minutes, roughly 3 km at an easy pace (you can take longer if you linger).
Language: English.
What you need: A charged smartphone with mobile data; comfortable walking shoes.
Flexibility: Play on your chosen date/time; instant confirmation with link access after purchase.
Tips
Best light: Late afternoon or overcast days are great for photographing murals.
Weather:Melbourne changes fast—pack a light layer or umbrella.
Respect the art: Don’t touch wet paint and keep doorways/laneways clear for locals.
Quick Q&A
Is there a live guide?
No—directions and stories are delivered to your phone as you solve each clue.
Do I need mobile data?
Yes—plan for basic data use to load clues and maps if needed.
Can I play with friends?
Absolutely—solve the clues together and move as a group at your own pace.
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