Secrets of · Scavenger hunt
Secrets of Haarlem Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt & Walking Tour
1.5–2 hours · 1–4 players per team · no app€19.95 per team
Hoofdwacht Haarlem: the old guardhouse on the Grote Markt
City games in Haarlem (3) ↓Hoofdwacht Haarlem is a small historic building at Grote Markt 18, right on the city's main square. Its name means "main guard": this is where the city watch once kept post. It is the very first stop of our game Secrets of Haarlem, and the murder mystery also brings you to the Grote Markt. It is an easy place to start exploring the old centre with riddles, photo tasks and a story.
- €19.95 per team · ≈ €5 per person
- Start any time within 12 months
- Free cancellation until you start
City games in Haarlem
Detective Murder Mystery Game
Detective Murder Mystery Game Haarlem
1.5–2 hours · 1–4 players per team · no app€19.95 per team
The Syndicate · Outdoor escape game
The Haarlem Syndicate – City Escape Game
1.5–2 hours · 2–5 players per team · free Loquiz app€19.95 per team
Group games: teams against each other
City ConquestRace Through HaarlemA city game where teams play against each other: at least 2 teams of 1–4 players, each team on its own phone.Expected soon in HaarlemWhat players in other cities say
- ★★★★★
Wir (Mein Mann, unsere 9-jährige Tochter und ich) haben heute ganz spontan das Spiel "Moordmysterie Düsseldorf" gebucht und gespielt. Die Buchung verlief schnell und reibungslos. Es hat super viel Spaß gemacht! Die Story, die Rätsel, das Konzept, die Route, die Gestaltung der App... richtig gut!!! Das Spiel würde ich vor allem Familien mit Kindern empfehlen. Für Erwachsene waren die Rätsel (meiner Meinung nach) zu einfach. Aber trotzdem wegen der schönen Route durch Düsseldorf, der Story, den lustigen Anweisungen zwischendurch eine schöne Aktion, die man zusammen machen kann.
Lingling Z.October 2026 · via google - ★★★★★
Had great fun playing secrets of Haarlem!
Martin M.March 2026 · via google - ★★★★★
Game in Amsterdam was fun!
Enzo L.March 2026 · via google - ★★★★★
Had So much fun playing while exploring the city
Philip C.March 2026 · via google - ★★★★★
I had a fantastic experience with CityGame! The concept is creative, engaging, and a great way to explore a city in a completely new way. The games are well-designed, combining puzzles, storytelling, and adventure so you’re constantly discovering something interesting around every corner. What I especially love is how CityGame turns a normal walk through the city into an interactive experience. It’s perfect for friends, families, or team outings, and it makes sightseeing much more exciting than the usual tours. Everything was easy to use, the challenges were fun and clever, and it really encouraged us to look closer at the city and its hidden details. Highly recommended if you’re looking for a unique and memorable way to explore!
Jessica S.March 2026 · via google - ★★★★★
This is an interesting way to conduct a self-guided Amsterdam city tour. It used the GPS on your phone to guide you to stops on a route. There are mini quizzes once you arrive at the stops on the path. The quizzes draw your attention to features in front of you or to a brief history of the place. In many cases, we visited a spot that would not have been obvious as a regular passer by. The tour as a whole was interesting to us as newcomers, but I would have liked more information on many locations we visited - a few links outside of the app for each place would have been helpful. Beyond that, the interface was a bit clunky and sometimes awkward to navigate. We definitely don't regret trying this out and feel like we got our money's worth on the experience.
JaibhijaiJune 2024 · via google
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What is the Hoofdwacht?
The Hoofdwacht is the former main guardhouse of Haarlem, set on the corner of the Grote Markt at number 18. It is one of the older buildings on the square and easy to miss next to the giant church and the town hall, which is exactly why it is worth a closer look.
Take a moment to imagine the watchmen who once guarded the market square from here. From the doorway you see the Grote of Sint-Bavokerk, the Vleeshal and the busy café terraces around you. Standing here gives you a feel for how the square has been the heart of the city for centuries.
Had great fun playing secrets of Haarlem!
Which games pass the Hoofdwacht?
Secrets of Haarlem starts at the Hoofdwacht, and Sherlock Holmes murder mystery in Haarlem also takes you across the Grote Markt where it stands.
In Secrets of Haarlem you help Kenau Simonsdochter Hasselaer recover the spear that became Haarlem's courage. From the Hoofdwacht the route leads to the Frans Hals Museum, along the Gedempte Voldersgracht and past the Nieuwe Kerk.
In Sherlock Holmes murder mystery in Haarlem your team works a murder case at your own pace. On the way you pass the Grote Markt, the Corrie ten Boomhuis, the Janskerk and the Waalse Kerk. Both games run in the browser on your own phone, no app needed.
Why play a city game in Haarlem?
A city game turns a walk into a quest: every stop comes with a riddle or photo task, so you notice details you would otherwise walk past.
You start whenever you like, every day. A game takes 1.5 to 2 hours and costs €19.95 per team, with at most 4 players sharing one phone. It works well for friends, families, colleagues and couples. Want an outdoor escape game instead? The Haarlem Syndicate (outdoor escape game) starts on the Grote Markt beside the Grote of Sint-Bavokerk and is played with the free Loquiz app by 2 to 5 players.
Where is the Hoofdwacht in Haarlem?
The Hoofdwacht is at Grote Markt 18, on the main square of Haarlem. It is the first stop of Secrets of Haarlem.
How much does a city game cost?
A game costs €19.95 per team. One phone is shared by at most 4 players.
Do I need to download an app?
No. Secrets of Haarlem and Sherlock Holmes murder mystery in Haarlem run in the browser on your own phone.
How long does the game take?
Plan for 1.5 to 2 hours. You can pause along the way for a drink or a snack.
Can we start at any time?
Yes, you start whenever you like, any day of the week.
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