Two hours. One epic Santa Cruz adventure. Your team will solve puzzles, complete challenges, and explore historic landmarks. On this modern day treasure hunt in Santa Cruz you will compete for the top spot in your city. You can start your scavenger hunt any time your group is ready. Learn how it works.
This scavenger hunt will help you explore Santa Cruz. This top rated Santa Cruz scavenger hunt is 1.34 miles and has 4 stops.
Surf's up, and so is the excitement on our Santa Cruz, California scavenger hunt! Dive into the eclectic heart of Downtown Santa Cruz where art, history, and quirky surprises await. Whether you're a local or just passing through, this adventure will have you giggling like you've seen a seagull steal someone's lunch. You'll uncover hidden gems and captivating tales as we guide you through mysterious murals, delightful gingerbread houses that won't crumble under pressure, and a historic church that's as awe-inspiring as it is old. Discover artistic wonders at a museum that'll leave your creativity buzzing harder than your morning coffee. And if you're strumming for more fun, get ready to hit all the right notes with some unexpected musical finds. Join the Santa Cruz, California scavenger hunt today for an unforgettable escapade!
You can do our interactive scavenger hunt at any time. Explore the , and history of Santa Cruz.
Some of what you'll see: Gingerbread house, Strange mural, Santa Cruz Museum
See these locations plus more on your Santa Cruz Scavenger Hunt Adventure!
Flash Sale until Wednesday, 03/26! Tickets can be used on any of our 3050+ hunts all around the world.
Explore Santa Cruz like never before. All you need is a phone and some free time! Our cross-platform mobile app (available on iOS and Android) uses GPS and AI photo scanning to help you navigate from stop to stop as you uncover hidden art, history, and culture all around you.
Solve riddles at each stop, complete hilarious photo challenges, and compete with your team to score the most points and top our city-wide leaderboard.
Activity Type: Anytime Scavenger Hunt
Starting Area: 429 Front St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, USA
Travel Method: Walking
Walking Distance: 1.34 Mi (2.16 KM)
Time:1.5 - 2 Hours
Skill Level:Fun & Historic
Extra Admissions: None
Love a little competition? On your photo scavenger hunt, each player on your team will receive interactive challenges. You'll work together to solve riddles, answer trivia and complete photo challenges for a chance to top the Santa Cruz leaderboard—and compete for ultimate bragging rights!
Team: Team 1
Team: PAX
Team: Da Fam
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See our amazing reviews of our Santa Cruz scavenger hunt walking tour!
Had fun with my family on doing this!
Emmy Lindley
I loved using the ScavengerHunt.com app during our adventure in downtown. It made exploring the area interactive and enjoyable!
Brian C.
If you're looking for things to do in Santa Cruz, this is it! The scavenger hunt took us on an exciting journey through historic locations.
Megan H.
This walking tour of downtown was exactly what we needed. The app guided us seamlessly from one interesting spot to another, making it memorable.
Daniel L.
The Santa Cruz scavenger hunt was an awesome adventure! We had so much fun wandering around downtown and learning about its history.
Ashley B.
As tourists, this scavenger hunt was fantastic for seeing points of interest around Santa Cruz. We discovered so much history along the way.
Chris W.
Santa Cruz is such a vibrant city and this scavenger hunt was a fun way to see its charm. I loved visiting More guitar and other sites.
Jessica G.
Exploring the highlights of downtown was such a treat. The Santa Cruz scavenger hunt led us to unique places we never knew existed.
David M.
This outdoor activity was amazing. Walking through downtown Santa Cruz, we found cool spots like Calvary Episcopal Church and had a great time.
Sarah D.
What a perfect date idea in the beautiful downtown area. We enjoyed discovering hidden gems like the Strange mural while working together.
Michael S.
I had a blast exploring the Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History with my family. The scavenger hunt made it so engaging and fun for everyone.
Emily J.
I loved using the ScavengerHunt.com app during our adventure in Downtown. It made exploring so much easier and more enjoyable!
Brian W.
A must-do activity in Santa Cruz! This scavenger hunt walking tour took us through fascinating historical sites and vibrant murals.
Megan L.
We enjoyed this walking tour through Downtown Santa Cruz. It was informative and entertaining, showcasing local art and history.
Chris H.
This was a fantastic Downtown scavenger hunt that kept us engaged while we explored all the cool locations around the area.
Laura M.
A great way for tourists to experience points of interest in Santa Cruz. The scavenger hunt made everything feel like an adventure.
Daniel G.
Such a fun thing to do in sunny Santa Cruz. I loved learning about local history while checking out unique art and murals.
Jessica D.
Exploring Downtown Santa Cruz was amazing. The scavenger hunt led us to hidden gems like the Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History.
David B.
This outdoor activity around Downtown was perfect for enjoying the beautiful weather while visiting iconic spots like Surfrider Cafe.
Sarah W.
What a fun date idea in the heart of Santa Cruz. We loved solving puzzles and discovering the strange mural together.
Michael S.
I had a blast exploring the Santa Cruz scavenger hunt with my family. The Gingerbread house on Laurel Street was a highlight for everyone.
Emily J.
I loved using the ScavengerHunt.com app during our adventure in Downtown. It made exploring so much easier and more engaging!
Matthew L.
This scavenger hunt walking tour was one of the best activities we did in Santa Cruz. Each stop revealed something special about the area.
Olivia C.
We had such a great time on this walking tour of Downtown Santa Cruz. It felt like an exciting treasure hunt through history.
James L.
The scavenger hunt was an awesome experience in Downtown. I loved how it combined history with fun challenges along the way.
Laura H.
This is a great way for tourists to see points of interest around Santa Cruz. We enjoyed every moment of our adventure!
Daniel M.
Such a fun thing to do in the banana belt! The Santa Cruz scavenger hunt took us to unique spots we never noticed before.
Jessica G.
Exploring the Downtown neighborhood on this scavenger hunt was amazing. I loved learning about places like Calvary Episcopal Church.
David B.
This outdoor activity was perfect for a sunny day in Santa Cruz. Walking through downtown and visiting historic sites was so refreshing.
Sarah W.
What a fun date idea in the surf city. We enjoyed walking around and discovering spots like Surfrider Cafe while solving puzzles together.
Michael S.
I had a blast exploring the Santa Cruz scavenger hunt with my family. The kids loved finding hidden gems like the Old Theatre Building.
Emily J.
I really enjoyed using the app during our scavenger hunt adventure in Santa Cruz. It made exploring so much easier and more fun!
Brian W.
This is definitely a must-do in Santa Cruz! The scavenger hunt kept us entertained while we explored all that downtown has to offer.
Megan L.
The walking tour through Downtown was fantastic. I loved how interactive it was, making it feel like an adventure through Santa Cruz's history.
David H.
We had an amazing time on this Downtown scavenger hunt! It was engaging and brought us to wonderful historic buildings along the route.
Laura M.
Great way for tourists to see points of interest around Santa Cruz. The scavenger hunt took us to unique places we would have missed otherwise.
Chris G.
A fun thing to do in this beautiful beach town! I loved every moment of the Santa Cruz scavenger hunt, especially at the strange mural.
Jessica D.
Exploring the Downtown neighborhood was such a treat. The Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History offered fascinating insights into local culture.
James B.
This outdoor activity was perfect for enjoying the sunny weather in Downtown. The scavenger hunt led us to interesting spots like More Guitar.
Sarah W.
What a fun date idea in the quirky city of Santa Cruz. We loved discovering hidden gems like Calvary Episcopal Church together.
Mike S.
I had a blast exploring the Santa Cruz scavenger hunt with my family. The strange mural and Surfrider Cafe were highlights for us.
Emily J.
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