Secrets of
Dublin

Self-Guided Secrets of Dublin Exploration Game

Discover Dublin’s Secrets of Inspiration! Explore vibrant streets and rich history as you help Oscar Wilde reclaim the spark for his next great story.

About Secrets of Dublin

The City Game Dublin is a self-guided, GPS-based game that takes place in the historic center of Dublin. Using a smartphone, players explore the city while solving puzzles, riddles and engaging photo challenges. This exploration game offers insights into Dublin’s history, culture and hidden details, making it both educational and entertaining. Suitable for visitors and locals alike, the self-guided city game is a flexible way to discover the city at your own pace. Whether you are playing solo, as a couple, with family or in a group of friends, the GPS-based game provides an interactive experience through central Dublin.

1.5-2 hours of play time

3-4 km walking distance

Start at Dublin, College Park

Start, pause & continue whenever you want

Play on your smartphone, no downloads needed

1-4 people per smartphone

What you’ll experience during the game

As you play the Secrets of Dublin City Game, you’ll discover the city through a blend of real-world exploration and an unfolding story filled with clues and surprises. The experience takes you through both iconic sights and lesser-known corners, unveiling different layers of Dublin’s character. Along the way, you’ll pass by stately landmarks like the College Park of Trinity College and the striking Christ Church Cathedral, as well as tranquil spots such as St. Stephen’s Green. You’ll also find yourself near the River Liffey and the historic O’Connell Monument, seeing how each location connects to a wider narrative woven into the city itself.

Throughout the game, you’ll solve clues, riddles and creative challenges that guide your progress and deepen your connection to Dublin’s streets. Every puzzle solved unlocks points and helpful hints, all contributing toward your goal of revealing a final city mystery. The City Game can be started, paused and continued whenever it suits your pace, making it flexible for any type of day. For those who enjoy competition, there’s also the chance to climb the leaderboard by completing challenges efficiently and as a team.

Who is it for?

This City Game is designed for anyone who wants to discover Dublin in a playful and meaningful way. It’s ideal for:

  • Solo explorers looking for a flexible adventure
  • Couples who want to experience the city in a fun and surprising way
  • Families with curious kids who enjoy puzzles and challenges
  • Friends wanting a lighthearted activity full of laughter
  • Groups and teams searching for a unique, self-guided teambuilding experience

Whether you’re a local seeing Dublin with fresh eyes or a visitor exploring the city for the first time, this GPS-based game offers a memorable way to connect, play and explore together.

What’s included?

Included

  • Self-guided Exploration Game
    Play independently on your own smartphone.
  • Game link & instructions
    Simple steps to start the activity.
  • GPS-based route with puzzles & challenges
    Riddles, questions and photo tasks.
  • Fun facts & stories about Dublin
    Learn about iconic and hidden spots.

Excluded

  • Smartphone or other devices (bring your own to play)
    You only need one phone per team.
  • In-person guide (digital guide in-game only)
    Everything is fully self-guided inside the game.

Good to know

  • Flexible start, pause & continue
  • 1-year access from purchase date
  • 1–4 people per smartphone
  • Difficulty: Easy-moderate
  • Recommended age: 8+
  • Internet & GPS required
  • Available languages: Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Spanish and 30+ more!
  • Start location: Dublin, College Park

How to play

After booking, you will receive an email with a direct play link. Head to the starting point at College Park and begin the game whenever you are ready. Play at your own pace, pause when you like, and pick up again as you continue your journey of secrets and discovery through Dublin.

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Per group

€ 25,95

Book your Secrets of Dublin experience now

A 2-hour self-guided City Explore Game through Dublin: explore highlights, solve puzzles and play at your own pace.

  • 1.5 – 2 hours
  • 3 – 4 km
  • Dublin, College Park
  • Languages: Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Spanish and 30+ more!

Per group

€ 25,95

  • Cancel anytime for full refund
  • Instant confirmation
  • Accessible for 1 year from the purchase date
  • Payments are secure & encrypted
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The story of Secrets of Dublin

Dublin sings with words, wit, and ghosts of genius. But today, one of its brightest minds is lost in thought. Oscar Wilde is searching the city for a spark, a twist, a whisper of inspiration for his next great tale. The trouble is, he doesn’t know what the story is yet.

Wander with him through ivy-draped parks, past bronze statues and busy bookstores. Piece together fragments of memory, art, and history until something beautiful emerges from the noise. This is more than a stroll, it’s the beginning of a story, and you’re in it.

Not just a game. A city. A secret. A story only you can finish.

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Oscar Wilde

Your start location

After booking, you’ll receive an email with your play link and simple start instructions. On the day you want to play, just head to the start location at Dublin, College Park, open the link on your smartphone and begin the game. From there, you simply follow the GPS route, complete the challenges and explore at your own pace.

Dublin, College Park

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How the Secrets of Exploration City Game works

Discover how the self-guided exploration game leads you through the city, step by step.

Start whenever you want

Begin the game the moment you arrive at the starting location, with no fixed departure time.

Follow the GPS route

Navigate through the city using the built in map that guides you from checkpoint to checkpoint.

Solve puzzles and riddles

Crack codes, answer clever questions and use your surroundings to complete challenges.

Complete creative photo challenges

Capture fun moments, recreate poses or search for hidden details as part of interactive missions.

Discover local stories and fun facts

Each location reveals surprising insights about the area’s history, culture and hidden secrets.

Earn points at every location

Score points by completing assignments at each point. Compete with other teams and climb the leaderboard.

Unlock badges and achievements

Earn digital badges as you reach milestones during the game. Every achievement adds to your team’s progress.

Play at your own pace

Take breaks whenever you like and continue the adventure when you are ready.

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How the Secrets of Exploration City Game works

Discover how the self-guided exploration game leads you through the city, step by step.

  • Start whenever you want

    Begin the game the moment you arrive at the starting location, with no fixed departure time.

  • Follow the GPS route

    Navigate through the city using the built in map that guides you from checkpoint to checkpoint.

  • Solve puzzles and examine evidence

    Crack codes, answer clever questions and use your surroundings to complete challenges.

  • Complete creative photo challenges

    Capture fun moments, recreate poses or search for hidden details as part of interactive missions.

  • Discover local stories and fun facts

    Each location reveals surprising insights about the area’s history, culture and hidden secrets.

  • Earn points at every location

    Score points by completing assignments at each point. Compete with other teams and climb the leaderboard.

  • Unlock badges and achievements

    Earn digital badges as you reach milestones during the game. Every achievement adds to your team’s progress.

  • Play at your own pace

    Take breaks whenever you like and continue the adventure when you are ready.

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Secrets of Dublin takes around 1.5 to 2 hours to complete. There is no strict time limit, so you can explore Dublin at your own pace and pause the game whenever you like.

Most teams complete the game within this time frame, but you’re free to take longer if you want to stop for a drink, explore a location more deeply, or enjoy the city along the way!

The game starts at Dublin, College Park. After booking, the start location is clearly communicated in the instruction email and becomes visible in the game.

The entire game takes place outdoors. You don’t need to enter any buildings or visit locations with opening hours. Simply arrive at the start location, open the game on your smartphone, and you can begin exploring right away!

There is no limit to the total number of players for Secrets of Haarlem!

The game is played in teams of 1 to 4 people per smartphone.
If you’re playing with more than 4 people, simply book multiple teams, so everyone can play at the same time using their own devices and use the same play link.

For larger groups or corporate events, a fully hosted version of this City Game is also available, including on-site guidance, tablets and live support.

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No, you don’t need to reserve a time slot for Secrets of Dublin! After purchase, you can start the game anytime you want, on any day, within the 1-year access period.

This flexibility makes Secrets of Dublin ideal if you’re visiting the city without a fixed schedule, want to check the weather first, or prefer to start spontaneously once you arrive in the city!

Yes, Secrets of Dublin is suitable for families with children aged 8 and up!

The game is designed as a shared experience, where puzzles, riddles and challenges can be solved together, making it accessible for both kids and adults.

Younger players can actively join by spotting details, answering questions and completing photo challenges, while adults guide the team through the more challenging parts. This makes Secrets of Dublin a fun and engaging activity for mixed-age groups exploring the city together.

Secrets of Dublin is available in 30+ languages, allowing players from all over the world to enjoy the game in their own language while exploring the city.

The game supports many widely spoken languages such as English, Spanish, French, German, Italian and Dutch, among others.

This makes Secrets of Dublin an accessible and enjoyable experience for international visitors, expats and mixed-language groups.

All available languages:

  • Arabic
  • Bulgarian
  • Chinese
  • Chinese (Hong Kong)
  • Croatian
  • Czech
  • Danish
  • Dutch
  • English
  • Finnish
  • French
  • German
  • Greek
  • Hebrew
  • Hungarian
  • Icelandic
  • Indonesian
  • Italian
  • Japanese
  • Korean
  • Lithuanian
  • Norwegian
  • Polish
  • Portuguese
  • Portuguese (Brazil)
  • Russian
  • Serbian
  • Slovak
  • Slovenian
  • Spanish
  • Spanish (Latin America)
  • Swedish
  • Thai
  • Turkish
  • Vietnamese

(Language availability may vary slightly per update)

To play Secrets of Dublin, you only need a charged smartphone with internet access and GPS enabled. The game is fully digital, self-guided and played outdoors while exploring Dublin.

We recommend wearing comfortable walking shoes, as you’ll stroll through streets and squares, and bringing a fully charged phone or power bank so you can enjoy the entire experience without interruptions.

Other than that, just bring your curiosity and sense of adventure and discover Dublin at your own pace!

Your favourite City Games, professionally hosted by our team

Enjoy the same City Games as our self-guided version, but with full on-site support from our professional hosts. We take care of the briefing, tablets, coordination and technical support, so your group can focus entirely on the fun and competition.

What’s included:

  • Same City Game, fully hosted
    You play the exact same experience as our self-guided version, now with our hosts guiding your group.
  • Live ranking & prize ceremony
    For larger groups, our hosts reveal the final scores and announce the winning team with a fun award moment.
  • Hosted start & finish
    We welcome your group, explain the game clearly and end with an exciting wrap-up.
  • Real-time support during the game
    Our team assists with devices, app issues and coordination throughout the experience.
  • Tablets included (optional)
    Available for groups who prefer using our devices instead of their own.

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