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Montreal Prohibition Mystery: Self-Guided Walking Adventure

5 Reviews 4.00 out of 5 stars Based on 5 reviews collected by City Boat Tours and TripAdvisor | Montreal, Canada

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75 to 110 minutes (approx.)
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Overview

Step into the smoky streets of 1920s Montreal, where secrets hide behind every alleyway and survival depends on your wits. As an ordinary citizen caught in a deadly Prohibition-era mix-up, you'll solve real-world puzzles, follow hidden clues, and explore the city’s secret past - all guided by your smartphone.

Your journey takes you through blooming cherry gardens, forgotten speakeasies, and misty city squares like Sakura Garden, Parc Sun-Yat-Sen, and Place de la Paix. Each solved challenge unlocks another chapter of your story, as you race to escape danger and uncover the truth. Explore at your own pace, solo or with friends and family, and relive the thrill of a forgotten era.

What makes this tour unique?
It’s an interactive, story-driven experience that transforms the streets of Montreal into a living mystery where every step reveals a hidden tale.

Perfect for mystery lovers, history buffs, friends, couples, and curious explorers looking for a memorable real-world adventure.

What's Included

  • 11 puzzle challenges and clues
  • Storyline content inspired by Montreal’s Prohibition past
  • Mobile access code for the quest
  • Live Tour Guide
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Rue De la Gauchetière Ouest
Montréal, QC H2Z 1X7, Canada

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

End point

Montreal
QC H2X 1Y9, Canada

You will finish at Place des Arts.

What To Expect

Montreal Botanical Garden

You will begin at Sakura Garden. Here you will be given your first clue to solve the challenge that awaits you, which will unlock the next part of the story and give you the directions to the next stop.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Sun Yat-sen Park

You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at Parc Sun-Yat-Sen. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Rue de la Paix

You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at Place de la Paix. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Quartier des Spectacles

You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at Parterre du Quartier des spectacles. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Church of Saint John the Evangelist

You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at Church of St. John the Evangelist. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Black Watch (Royal Highland Regiment) of Canada

You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at The Black Watch (Royal Highland Regiment) of Canada . You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

St. James United Church

You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at St. James United Church. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Place des Festivals

You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at Place des Festivals. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Place des Arts

You will finish at Place des Arts. Here is where both the story and the city exploration games end.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • 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

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Montreal Prohibition Mystery: Self-Guided Walking Adventure?

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-107194P298

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What's Included

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  • 11 puzzle challenges and clues
  • Storyline content inspired by Montreal’s Prohibition past
  • Mobile access code for the quest
  • Flexibility: pause and resume anytime
  • Live Tour Guide

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • 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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Free Cancellation

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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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