The Mechanics
A Self-Guided Historical Treasure Hunt
The gameplay mechanics of TimelineQuest are designed under the concept of a "Self-Guided Historical Treasure Hunt". Your phone becomes a time instrument: it reads where you stand, reveals what happened there, and challenges you to prove you understood it before the next door opens.
The Ancient City Quest circuit
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Castillo de San Marcos
The oldest masonry fort in the continental United States. Your quest begins on its drawbridge, where the first clue is set in coquina stone.
Your phone is your guide. How TimelineQuest works:
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Buy your access
$60.00 for your entire group with no person limit. Launch the Web App right in your browser — no downloads required.
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Follow the GPS map
The interactive map guides you along a circular walking route through 9 of the most iconic and beautiful historic landmarks of the Historic Old City.
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Watch, play & win
At every stop you watch a short sponsor spot and a historical video, then earn one clue. Collect all 9 clues to unlock the final trivia and real rewards at local shops.
Ten minutes at every milestone
Each of the 9 stops plays in the same order, one after another. You cannot skip ahead — the Ancient City rewards explorers who take it in sequence.
10 seconds · Sponsor spot
A short word from the local businesses that make the quest possible.
30 seconds · Historical video
The story of the milestone, narrated in your language and filmed on location.
1 clue earned
Answer the question at the end of the video and pocket your clue before you walk on.
9 clues unlock the final trivia
Collect all nine clues along the route, then face the final trivia to claim your local rewards.
Real rewards from Historic Old City merchants
Your clues and your final trivia score turn into offers you can use the same day at affiliated shops, taverns and galleries inside the Historic Old City.
2x1
Two-for-one at a colonial tavern on St. George Street.
10% off
Ten percent off at a local gift and craft shop on St. George Street.
Free treat
A complimentary sweet at a historic confectionery on Aviles Street.
15% off
Fifteen percent off at an art gallery on Aviles Street.
Rewards are redeemed with your access code at each affiliated merchant and are valid only inside the Historic Old City.
Enter the game online, register your access code, and begin your adventure, Time Explorers!