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New York City Scavenger Hunt: Morningside Heights Puzzling Pursuit

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Two hours. One epic New York City adventure. Your team will solve puzzles, complete challenges, and explore historic landmarks. On this modern day treasure hunt in New York City 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 New York City. This top rated New York City scavenger hunt is 1.45 miles and has 8 stops.

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Activity Info: Morningside Heights Puzzling Pursuit

They say the city never sleeps, but we bet you won‘t snooze through our New York City, New York scavenger hunt! Dive into the heart of Central Park neighborhood and explore its lesser-known gems while taking a bite out of the Big Apple. Our incredible adventure will lead you to mysterious museums, historic halls, and surprising sculptures – a delightful mix that makes this city unique! As you navigate the bustling streets, can you find a rock named after a rodent? What do Kossuth, Brooks, Hewitt have in common? Uncover secrets of past battles and unravel tales of legendary leaders through our engaging quest. The New York City, New York scavenger hunt promises laughter, learning, and countless stories that will make your friends green with envy - or should we say central-park-green? So grab your tickets now for an unforgettable journey that‘s nothing short of skyscraper-high fun!

You can do our interactive scavenger hunt at any time. Explore the sights of New York City.

Some of what you'll see: Rat Rock, Brooks and Hewitt Halls, Kossuth, Samuel Tilden, Nicholas Roerich Museum, Joh Dewey, 2 Pallas, Battle of Harlem Heights

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How It Works: Morningside Heights Puzzling Pursuit

Explore New York City 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.

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Activity Type: Anytime Scavenger Hunt

Starting Area: 612 W 116th St, New York, NY 10027, USA

Travel Method: Walking

Walking Distance: 1.45 Mi (2.34 KM)

Time:1.5 - 2 Hours

Skill Level:Friend & Family Fun

Extra Admissions: None


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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 New York City leaderboard—and compete for ultimate bragging rights!

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The scavenger hunt walking tour was so much fun! I loved using ScavengerHunt.com to explore Morningside Heights and learn its history.

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Such a fantastic thing to do in New York City! The scavenger hunt led us through historical landmarks that were truly captivating.

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Exploring Morningside Heights was such a highlight. The historic spots like Kossuth gave us insight into the neighborhood's rich past.

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What a fun date idea in the Big Apple! We loved solving puzzles at Brooks and Hewitt Halls while enjoying the beautiful Morningside Heights area.

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Exploring the historic spots in Morningside Heights was incredible. I never knew there were so many interesting places to see.

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This was such a fun date idea in the Big Apple. We loved solving puzzles while discovering hidden gems like Brooks and Hewitt Halls.

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I had a blast exploring Morningside Heights on this New York City scavenger hunt. The Samuel Tilden Statue was a highlight for sure.

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This New York City scavenger hunt is a must-do for tourists. We saw landmarks we would have missed otherwise, like the Samuel Tilden Statue.

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Exploring Morningside Heights was a delightful experience. Each stop, from 2 Pallas to Kossuth, revealed fascinating stories of the past.

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The outdoor activity was refreshing, and we enjoyed every moment of this New York City scavenger hunt around historic spots.

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A fantastic date idea in the city that never sleeps. Solving puzzles while wandering through Morningside Heights made for a memorable day.

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What a great way to spend an afternoon in the Big Apple. The walking tour around Brooks and Hewitt Halls was both fun and educational.

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I had a blast exploring the Morningside Heights neighborhood. The Samuel Tilden Statue and Kossuth were highlights on this fun New York City scavenger hunt.

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If you're looking for things to do in New York City, this scavenger hunt is perfect. Exploring around 2 Pallas was so enjoyable!

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What a great walking tour of Morningside Heights! The mix of challenges and historical sites kept us engaged throughout.

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This was an amazing Morningside Heights scavenger hunt. We uncovered so much history while having fun with friends!

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David M.

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Had such a great time on this scavenger hunt in the city that never sleeps. Each location offered unique insights into local history.

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Exploring Morningside Heights was a highlight. The history at each stop made this New York City scavenger hunt truly memorable.

Daniel B.

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This outdoor activity around Morningside Heights was perfect. We enjoyed discovering hidden gems like the Samuel Tilden Statue.

Sarah W.

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What a fun date idea in the Big Apple! The scavenger hunt took us to Kossuth and Brooks Hall, making for an unforgettable day.

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I had a blast exploring the Battle of Harlem Heights and other historic spots on this New York City scavenger hunt with my family.

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Morningside Heights Puzzling Pursuit will help you discover new exciting things, taking you to popular attractions and secret sites even the locals don't know about. We'll lead you to 'must-see' landmarks and treasures including: Brooks and Hewitt Halls, Rat Rock, Kossuth, Samuel Tilden, Nicholas Roerich Museum, Joh Dewey, 2 Pallas, Battle of Harlem Heights. Need more details? You can find additional scavenger hunt information here.
Of course! We have a whole team of New York City team building experts at ScavengerHunt.com that can help turn the Morningside Heights Puzzling Pursuit scavenger hunt into the engaging, energizing team building activity your company needs. Our team can customize any team building scavenger hunt to include a tailored route, a special starting and ending location, custom questions about your company, and your logo. Click here for more info on how to start your New York City team building adventure.
It's easy! Start by buying scavenger hunt tickets from our store. Tickets can be used for the New York City scavenger hunt or any ScavengerHunt.com city scavenger hunt (we have more than 400 hunts in cities across the globe). After securing your tickets, choose the city you want to explore. Download the Let's Roam app (our awesome parent company), select your adventure/activity, and start your epic journey!
Every scavenger hunt, whether in your home or outside, is designed to bring teams together. Outdoor hunts are a fun way to explore with your friends and family and help groups see the city in an exciting new way. Our In-Home hunts are designed to help kill boredom and help you learn more about each other. Be prepared to learn something new and have a great time. Our software helps us customize your scavenger hunt to your tastes as you solve clues. At the end of your hunt, you'll be ready to do it in another city! Get Your Gift or Tickets
Your scavenger hunt will lead your group across town to the best-known landmarks as well as hidden gems. Along the way, you and your teammates will complete fun photo challenges, test your knowledge of local trivia, and solve riddles that will bring your entire group together. ScavengerHunt.com by Let's Roam is a great way to explore a new city or learn more about an old favorite. Learn how it works.
Yes, our scavenger hunts are socially distant and outdoors. Questions are hidden on plaques, statues, and more outside. You won’t enter buildings and will only interact with your family/friend bubble. These wacky walking adventures are the perfect way to explore in a safe manner. Your group can pause at any time and take a break. Challenges are often off the beaten path and away from heavily trafficked tourist attractions.
Our one-of-a-kind in-home scavenger hunts help you, your friends, family or date explore, discover, and connect. All you’ll need is your phone, your team, and your home. The interactive Let’s Roam app will present you with a series of challenges and questions ranging in difficulty and point value.
Our scavenger hunt tickets are flexible and can be used in any of our locations for up to two years. When you purchase as a gift you will receive an instant printable card for the recipient.
Our scavenger hunts take about 2 hours. You can pause your scavenger hunt if you'd like to explore a stop on the hunt or get drinks/food along the way.
Whenever you're ready to explore! If you're doing an outdoor hunt, daylight may help you find some clues, you can go any day, any time (even holidays). You will never be asked to go inside buildings on your hunt, so you don't have to worry about business hours. No reservation is required for groups of less than 20.
During your hunt each person will be texted photo challenges, trivia, and other activities for everyone to do together. We recommend purchasing a role for everyone in your group and kids over 6. If a person doesn't have their own device, you can have up to 4 roles on a single device. Our app will let you know when to pass the device to them when it's their turn.

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