About this tour
When Tom from our BugBitten team tried this self-guided Sherlock Holmes murder mystery in Girona, we found it a solid way to explore the city on your own terms. You download the Loquiz app, follow clues around town, and solve a fictional crime over about two hours — no guide, no group pressure, just you (or your mates) hunting for puzzle pieces and plot twists. It's part sightseeing, part brain-teaser, and works equally well for solo adventurers or small crews who like a bit of detective work mixed into their travels.
Highlights
- Self-paced gameplay lets you stop for a coffee without falling behind
- App-based clues send you to real locations across Girona's streets
- Flexible language options — play in English, Spanish, German, French, Italian or Dutch
- No guide means you move at your own rhythm, no waiting around
- Story twists keep the narrative fresh through the two-hour mission
- Works solo or in teams — play however suits your group
- Download and go — instructions arrive by email after booking
What to expect
You'll start by downloading the Loquiz app and reading your briefing, then head into Girona's old town to track down suspects and solve puzzles. The clues direct you to actual streets and corners, so you're genuinely walking the city while you work — no phoney locations. Each puzzle unlocks the next chunk of the story, and plot twists nudge you in new directions. Tom found the pacing relaxed; there's no timer pushing you, so if a riddle stumps you or the light's perfect for a photo, you can linger.
The experience blends real navigation with fictional crime-solving in a way that keeps both your feet and your brain busy. Girona's medieval streets work well as a mystery backdrop — narrow alleys and hidden corners feel suitably atmospheric. It's designed to be solvable without being obvious, so you'll feel genuinely clever when things click into place.
What travellers say
- No guide means you control the pace and vibe completely
- Actual city streets become your puzzle playground
- App-based and modern — instructions arrive instantly
- Works solo or group — flexible for any travel style
- Clever puzzles keep you engaged without feeling condescending
- Affordable way to explore Girona with a narrative twist
- Requires smartphone signal and battery throughout the experience
- Uneven cobblestones and stairs may tire or frustrate some
- No guide support if you're genuinely stuck on a puzzle
- Small-screen reading in sunlight can be annoying
Themes summarised by our team from public information about this tour. Verify specifics on the operator's page before booking.
Good to know
This works brilliantly if you want to explore Girona without a formal guide hanging over you. It's cheap, flexible, and keeps your mind engaged while you sightsee. Solo players, couples, and friend groups all get value here — you set your own pace and can pause whenever. Language support is solid (six options), and it's inclusive for most fitness levels.
You'll need a smartphone or tablet with decent battery and mobile signal throughout; the app won't work offline. The clues are text-based, so reading on a small screen in bright sunlight can be a pain. It's not recommended if you're pregnant, have serious back issues, or cardiovascular concerns — partly because there's no guide to assist and partly because you'll be walking for two hours on city streets. Most people won't find it physically demanding, but fair warning: you're doing your own navigation in a historic European town, which means uneven cobblestones and occasional stairs. Peak times aren't really a factor (it's self-guided), but summer crowds in Girona's centre might slow you down. Public transport is nearby if your legs need a break.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.