Free scavenger hunts to play

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Each route has its own starting point and challenges. Open a hunt to preview the route, then start when you are ready. You can pause and continue in the same browser.

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  Lower Manhattan Heritage Walk

  Find Hamilton's grave, the Woolworth tower, and the Charging Bull on this free 1.4-mile scavenger hunt through Lower Manhattan. Play in daylight and pause for thunderstorms, extreme heat, or ice. Stay on public sidewalks and plazas; skip any stop you cannot reach safely. Weather: check current conditions before starting. Accessibility: conditions can change; use a safe alternate path or skip a stop.

  Start: African Burial Ground National Monument
  Challenges: 10

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  National Mall Monuments Walk

  Stand under Lincoln and finish at the Stone of Hope on this free 1.8-mile scavenger hunt along the National Mall. Play in daylight and pause for thunderstorms, extreme heat, or ice. Stay on public sidewalks and plazas; skip any stop you cannot reach safely. Weather: check current conditions before starting. Accessibility: conditions can change; use a safe alternate path or skip a stop. Carry water; the route is long and paved paths can flood or close.

  Start: Washington Monument
  Challenges: 10

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  Chicago Loop & Millennium Park

  Find the Bean, the Picasso, and the Chicago Theatre marquee on this free 1.3-mile scavenger hunt through the Loop. Play in daylight and pause for thunderstorms, extreme heat, or ice. Stay on public sidewalks and plazas; skip any stop you cannot reach safely. Weather: check current conditions before starting. Accessibility: conditions can change; use a safe alternate path or skip a stop. Dress for wind and avoid icy river-edge paths.

  Start: DuSable Bridge (Michigan Avenue)
  Challenges: 10

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  Balboa Park Architecture Walk

  Hunt the California Tower, lily pond, and Organ Pavilion on this free 1.2-mile scavenger hunt through Balboa Park. Play in daylight and pause for thunderstorms, extreme heat, or ice. Stay on public sidewalks and plazas; skip any stop you cannot reach safely. Weather: check current conditions before starting. Accessibility: conditions can change; use a safe alternate path or skip a stop.

  Start: Cabrillo Bridge
  Challenges: 10

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  Independence District Heritage Walk

  See the Liberty Bell's crack and Independence Hall's tower on this free 1.1-mile scavenger hunt through the founding blocks of Philadelphia. Play in daylight and pause for thunderstorms, extreme heat, or ice. Stay on public sidewalks and plazas; skip any stop you cannot reach safely. Weather: check current conditions before starting. Accessibility: conditions can change; use a safe alternate path or skip a stop. Wet cobbles, security lines, and events may affect access.

  Start: Independence Visitor Center
  Challenges: 10

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  Miami Beach Art Deco Discovery

  Hunt neon hotels, pastel towers, and a lifeguard stand on this free 1.5-mile scavenger hunt down Ocean Drive. Play in daylight and pause for thunderstorms, extreme heat, or ice. Stay on public sidewalks and plazas; skip any stop you cannot reach safely. Weather: check current conditions before starting. Accessibility: conditions can change; use a safe alternate path or skip a stop. Carry water and stop for lightning or extreme heat.

  Start: Española Way Entrance
  Challenges: 10

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  Savannah Historic Squares Walk

  Follow Forsyth's fountain through shaded squares to the river on this free 1.6-mile scavenger hunt in Savannah's Historic District. Play in daylight and pause for thunderstorms, extreme heat, or ice. Stay on public sidewalks and plazas; skip any stop you cannot reach safely. Weather: check current conditions before starting. Accessibility: conditions can change; use a safe alternate path or skip a stop. Brick, roots, curbs, and riverfront cobbles can block a step-free route.

  Start: Forsyth Park Fountain
  Challenges: 10

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  Downtown Los Angeles Heritage Walk

  Find Union Station, Olvera Street, and Disney Hall on this free 1.3-mile scavenger hunt through downtown Los Angeles. Play in daylight and pause for thunderstorms, extreme heat, or ice. Stay on public sidewalks and plazas; skip any stop you cannot reach safely. Weather: check current conditions before starting. Accessibility: conditions can change; use a safe alternate path or skip a stop. Use busy daylight hours and remain on public, well-traveled paths.

  Start: Los Angeles Union Station
  Challenges: 10

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  Waterfront & North Beach Walk

  Follow the Ferry Building to Coit Tower, City Lights, and the Dragon Gate on this free 2.6-mile scavenger hunt through San Francisco. Play in daylight and pause for thunderstorms, extreme heat, or ice. Stay on public sidewalks and plazas; skip any stop you cannot reach safely. Weather: check current conditions before starting. Accessibility: conditions can change; use a safe alternate path or skip a stop. This route includes steep grades and may include stairs.

  Start: San Francisco Ferry Building
  Challenges: 10

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How to play

1. Choose a route

   Pick a hunt in a city you can visit. Read its description and starting location before you head out.

2. Open it on your phone

   Use your phone browser to start. Follow the stops, solve clues, and complete the photo or location challenges.

3. Explore at your own pace

   Take breaks when you need to and keep the same browser’s saved data to continue your progress. Check local opening hours for the places you plan to visit.

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