Part scavenger hunt, part immersive theater, part outdoor escape room, “Decoding DaVinci” turns the world around you into a cinematic adventure where every corner could hold the next revelation or the next betrayal. A member of a clandestine secret society, The 7 Pillars has been murdered, and they seek a replacement. That lucky individual might be closer than you think…it might even be you. In order to gain entry into the coveted counsel, players must venture across UC San Diego’s campus in La Jolla, encountering clandestine operatives along the way, to uncover the mystery of The 7 Pillars in order to complete the quest and become their newest member. Armed with an adventure kit, participants are summoned to a secret campus location and thrust into a cloak-and-dagger initiation unlike anything they’ve ever experienced. To survive, players must decipher cryptic codes, uncover hidden symbols, navigate shifting alliances, and outwit enemies lurking in plain sight. 

Yes, as this is a participatory experience, all present must have a ticket. Children 5 and under are free with admission, however, adults accompanying young recruits MUST PAY ADMISSION. We recommend this experience for players over ages 8 and over. Paying adults are to accompany anyone under age 16.

No, it is not! It is inspired by the clandestine, secret society, puzzle mystique that surrounds the popular novels. But Decoding DaVinci is not at all based on them, doesn’t contain those characters and has nothing to do with the plot. But if you like the books, you’ll love Decoding DaVinci.

Introverts welcome!  You’ll be playing with your own team at your own speed, so you never have to interact with other teams if you don’t want to. You will encounter some mysterious characters along the way, but they will only interact with those who choose to interact with them.

There will be seven locations to visit, but the entire experience happens within a 1.5 mile radius. The game is played at your own pace, so it can take as long as you’d like, but the experience played at a normal pace should take 90 minutes to two hours.

You get the satisfaction of a job well done, and perhaps a seat at the coveted table of The 7 Pillars. Perhaps!

Decoding DaVinci is a family friendly event and is recommended for ages 8 and over with adults accompanying minors. Children 5 and younger may attend free of charge with a paying adult or guardian.

Please check in as usual and you will be added to the next adventure with availability.

We understand even the best adventurer can make a mistake! Please reach out to the organizer via your ticketing platform to make the necessary changes.

Unfortunately, all sales are final. Please contact your organizer via the ticketing platform for any questions.

Adventure waits for no man. And no rain! We search for adventure through rain, sleet or snow. However, if weather conditions are substantial we are happy to exchange your ticket for another time.