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Mob Hits of Midtown: NYC Self-Guided Crime Mystery Walk

4 Reviews 4.25 out of 5 stars Based on 4 reviews collected by Cool NYC and TripAdvisor | New York City, USA
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On average, this is booked 22 (0) days in advance.

95 to 125 minutes (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
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Overview

Discover Midtown shady mob history by solving challenges and unlocking stories on your phone.

Play the engaging exploration game, taking the role of someone looking to party…during prohibition. As you solve challenges, the story unfolds and directions on your phone will guide you to the next location.

Highlights include:
• Explore Columbus Circle, Park Central Hotel, The Coffee Shop on the Corner of 7th and 55th, and other lesser-known places.
• Enjoy a uniquely crafted story brought to you by our talented writers.
• Learn about hangouts from the prohibition era.
• Visit the famous locations where the American Mafia assassinated their enemies.
• Try a new type of experience, the perfect mix between a tour, outdoor escape game, and treasure hunt.

After your booking, you will receive an email with instructions on how to download and play the game on your phone. We recommend that each user purchases a ticket for an optimal experience, although several people can share a phone.

What's Included

  • 24/7 customer support.
  • A city exploration game available on your phone (Questo app).
  • Entry tickets to attractions (not needed to complete the tour)
  • A tour guide.
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Columbus Circle
New York, NY 10019, USA

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

End point

210 East 46th Street
New York, NY 10017, USA

You will finish at Sparks Steakhouse.

What To Expect

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Columbus Circle

You will begin at Columbus Circle. 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

Park Central Hotel New York

Here you will find 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

Starbucks

Study your next clue on The Coffee Shop on the Corner of 7th and 55th.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

205 W 54th St

To unlock the next part of the story you will be given your next clue to solve the challenge that awaits you.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

21 W 52nd St

Look up your next clue to unlock the next part of the story and give you the correct directions.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Radio City Music Hall

You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at Radio City Music Hall. 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

1500 Broadway

Receive your next clue. 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

Tony's Di Napoli

Enjoy the view and continue exploring at your own pace.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

The Iroquois New York

Explore at your own pace while admiring the buildings around you.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

The Campbell

To solve the challenge that awaits you at The Campbell, Grand Central Station you will be given the next clue.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

The Helmsley Building

See The Helmsley Building and get your next clue to solve the challenge and get new directions.
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Sparks Steak House

You will finish at Sparks Steakhouse. 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 (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Mob Hits of Midtown: NYC Self-Guided Crime Mystery Walk?

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 (EST). 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-107194P253

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What's Included

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  • 24/7 customer support.
  • A city exploration game available on your phone (Questo app).
  • Entry tickets to attractions (not needed to complete the tour)
  • A 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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