Operation Liberty Tree
In 1999 a hurricane killed the last Liberty Tree, where Annapolis's Sons of Liberty met before the Revolution. Someone made sure it didn't disappear without a trace. Five objectives, about a mile on foot, between the State House and the gates of the Naval Academy. Start at either end.
Where you'll walk
Start at either end: the Maryland State House or the Naval Academy gates. About a mile on Annapolis sidewalks, with the stops in between revealed as you play.
Where the quest takes you
Real places, all in downtown Annapolis. Highlights: the Maryland State House, the St. John's College campus and its Liberty Bell, and the streets to the Naval Academy gates.
What to expect
A walk through downtown Annapolis with puzzles on the landmarks themselves. Everything is outdoors and free: no tickets, lines or opening hours.
Pick a direction
Start at the State House or at the Naval Academy's Gate 1. The team plays on one phone, in its web browser.
Walk and solve
Each objective asks you to find something real: a word on a bell, a name on a plaque. Every puzzle has three free hints, and the third is the answer.
Transmissions from Operations Center
Between stops, tap play for a short in-game transmission from Operations Center: what you found and where to go next. Every message also appears on screen.
Optional photo bonuses
Photograph a detail most visitors miss for a bonus badge, and send photos on the long walk for an analyst's read. Skip them and you still finish.
St. John's College and the Naval Academy are working campuses: you stay outside buildings. The Naval Academy Visitor Center is an optional bonus and needs photo ID.
Finish it. Earn the Liberty Tree.
Complete the quest and the Liberty Tree badge is yours, saved on your phone at the finale. Photograph a detail most visitors walk right past and you earn a second, bonus badge.
Digital badges, shown in the game. No physical item is shipped.
One price for your whole team, played on one phone.
Secure checkout on play.questthecity.com. Your play link arrives by email.
How long is the pass good for?
One year. Play on the day that suits you; the link waits.
Can I get a refund?
Yes. Full refund within 30 days of purchase. Reply to your order email.
What if we lose signal?
Open your link once with signal, before you head out. After that the quest keeps working if service drops between stops.
Do we need an app or an account?
No. It runs in the phone's web browser. Nothing to install, nothing to sign up for.
How many phones do we need?
Just one. Your whole team can play on one phone. If you'd like more, you can add phones when you check out. Bringing a school or youth group? See Groups.
What happens to our photos?
Photos are optional and only used for the bonus badge and the analyst's read. They are shrunk on your phone, analyzed, and discarded. Only the text reply is kept.
Is it safe for kids?
It's a walk on public sidewalks with a few street crossings. You're responsible for your group's safety: watch traffic at the circles and supervise minors. Full details in the terms.
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