Play the city game of Burlington
An interactive adventure through Burlington. Join the Order of the Secret Map, solve puzzles and uncover highlights and hidden gems at your own pace.
The story
The Order of the Secret Map
Welcome, Explorer. The Order of the Hidden Map has opened a route in Burlington that ordinary visitors never truly see. Walk beneath the ancient trees of Battery Park, feel the vibrant pulse of Church Street, and breathe in the fresh breeze from Lake Champlain. The city whispers its secrets to those who look and listen closely.
A glimpse of the story — discover the rest while playing.
About this city walk
Discover Burlington on a self-guided walking tour
Our interactive walking tour of Burlington blends a classic city walk with an escape game. You get a real tour guide in your pocket that takes you past the must-see landmarks of Burlington and the hidden gems only locals know.
No schedules, no group, no headset. You play the city walk whenever you want, at your own pace. Perfect for things to do in Burlington — solo, with friends, with kids, or as an activity for a city break, bachelor party or team outing.
Along the way you solve puzzles, collect letters and uncover the mystery of The Order of the Secret Map. A unique way to get to know Burlington — more than a regular walking tour, and a fraction of the price of a live guide.
Why players love CityWalkGems
At your pace
No schedules or groups. Start, pause and resume whenever you want.
Highlights + gems
The must-sees plus spots even locals sometimes miss.
Story in every street
History and mystery woven through the city itself.
A fraction of a guide
A real private guide in your pocket, for a fraction of the price.
What you'll see in Burlington
Welcome, Explorer. The Order of the Hidden Map has opened a route in Burlington that ordinary visitors never truly see. Walk beneath the ancient trees of Battery Park, feel the vibrant pulse of Church Street, and breathe in the fresh breeze from Lake Champlain. The city whispers its secrets to those who look and listen closely.
Along the way you'll pass Battery Park, Church Street Historic District, Lake Champlain Navy Memorial and Waterfront Park — and beyond these highlights you'll discover plenty more, including 4 hidden gems in Burlington that only locals know about.
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Start your mission in Burlington
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