Play the city game of Nelson
An interactive adventure through Nelson. 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 for you in Nelson that ordinary visitors never fully see. Follow the golden glow of the sun kissing Victorian facades, feel the creative pulse flowing through the streets, and discover the secret paths leading to breathtaking panoramas. Your adventure begins now, in the heart of this radiant city.
A glimpse of the story — discover the rest while playing.
About this city walk
Discover Nelson on a self-guided walking tour
Our interactive walking tour of Nelson 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 Nelson 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 Nelson — 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 Nelson — 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 Nelson
Welcome, Explorer. The Order of the Hidden Map has opened a route for you in Nelson that ordinary visitors never fully see. Follow the golden glow of the sun kissing Victorian facades, feel the creative pulse flowing through the streets, and discover the secret paths leading to breathtaking panoramas. Your adventure begins now, in the heart of this radiant city.
Along the way you'll pass Centre of New Zealand Monument, Botanical Reserve, The Suter Art Gallery, Queen's Gardens, Nelson City Centre and The Nelson Provincial Museum — and beyond these highlights you'll discover plenty more, including 2 hidden gems in Nelson that only locals know about.
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Ready for the adventure?
Start your mission in Nelson
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