Two hours. One epic Des Moines adventure. Your team will solve puzzles, complete challenges, and explore historic landmarks. On this modern day treasure hunt in Des Moines 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 Des Moines. This top rated Des Moines scavenger hunt is 1.81 miles and has 7 stops.
Welcome to the heart of the Hawkeye State, where the Des Moines, Iowa scavenger hunt awaits! Get ready for an adventure through downtown Des Moines that will leave you laughing, exploring, and discovering all this vibrant city has to offer. With a clever guide in hand, you'll embark on a quest to find historic landmarks, epic sculptures, and hidden treasures scattered throughout the neighborhood. Ever wondered what secrets lie within Hotel Fort Des Moines? Or how about uncovering the mysteries of Polk County Courthouse? Get ready to put your detective skills to the test as you navigate your way to these iconic spots and more. As you stroll across Court Avenue Bridge and marvel at City Hall's grandeur, you'll become immersed in the rich history and culture that make Des Moines so special. So grab your friends or family, hop on board this exciting scavenger hunt adventure, and let's explore Des Moines together! Tickets are selling fast, so don't miss out on this unforgettable experience. Join us
You can do our interactive scavenger hunt at any time. Explore the art, and history of Des Moines.
Some of what you'll see: Polk County Courthouse, Hotel Fort Des Moines, Crusoe Umbrella Sculpture
See these locations plus more on your Des Moines Scavenger Hunt Adventure!
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Explore Des Moines 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: 1000 Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50309, USA
Travel Method: Walking
Walking Distance: 1.81 Mi (2.9 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 Des Moines leaderboard—and compete for ultimate bragging rights!
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I loved using the ScavengerHunt.com app for this adventure in downtown. It guided us perfectly through all the amazing landmarks!
Daniel A.
This is definitely one of the best things to do in Des Moines! The challenges were engaging, making it an exciting adventure through downtown.
Megan W.
The walking tour aspect made it even better. I enjoyed learning about historic buildings like City Hall during our Des Moines scavenger hunt.
Brian L.
This was a great Downtown scavenger hunt experience. Walking along Court Avenue Bridge was both beautiful and educational!
Ashley M.
A fantastic way for tourists to see points of interest around downtown. The Flynn-Griffin Building was particularly impressive on our journey.
Chris G.
Such a fun thing to do in Des Moines! The scavenger hunt made us appreciate our city's art and history while visiting iconic sites.
Jessica D.
Exploring Downtown was amazing with this scavenger hunt. Each stop, especially City Hall, revealed hidden gems I never noticed before.
David B.
This outdoor activity was perfect for a sunny day. The Des Moines scavenger hunt took us to great spots like the Crusoe Umbrella Sculpture.
Sarah W.
What a fun date idea in the heart of the windy city. We loved solving puzzles while walking past City Hall and the Flynn-Griffin Building.
Michael S.
I had a blast exploring the Des Moines scavenger hunt. The Court Avenue Bridge and Crusoe Umbrella Sculpture were highlights for my family.
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If you're looking for things to do in Des Moines, this scavenger hunt walking tour is a must! It’s engaging and educational.
Olivia H.
This was an amazing walking tour of Downtown Des Moines. Every stop, from City Hall to the bridge, was filled with history and fun!
James R.
The Downtown scavenger hunt was such a great experience. I loved discovering historical sites while wandering with friends.
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A fantastic way for tourists to see points of interest around Des Moines. The challenges at each location kept it exciting!
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Des Moines is truly an adventure! This scavenger hunt brought us to iconic spots like City Hall that we never knew existed.
Jessica D.
Exploring the Downtown neighborhood was such a treat. The scavenger hunt led us to hidden gems like Flynn-Griffin Building and more.
David B.
This scavenger hunt was a great outdoor activity around Downtown. We loved walking between historic spots like City Hall and the umbrella sculpture.
Sarah W.
What a fun date idea in the heart of the capital city. The Flynn-Griffin Building and Court Avenue Bridge made for perfect photo ops.
Michael S.
I had a blast exploring the Des Moines scavenger hunt. City Hall and the Crusoe Umbrella Sculpture were highlights for my family.
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I loved using the ScavengerHunt.com app during our adventure! It guided us through downtown, making it easy to explore all those historic landmarks.
Ryan C.
This scavenger hunt walking tour is perfect for anyone looking to enjoy some fresh air while learning about local history in downtown.
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We had an amazing time on this walking tour through downtown. It felt like discovering a whole new side of our beloved city!
James H.
This Downtown scavenger hunt was an absolute delight! We loved every moment exploring historic sites and solving puzzles along the way.
Laura M.
A great way for tourists to see points of interest around Des Moines. The Flynn-Griffin Building and City Hall were definitely highlights of our adventure.
Chris G.
This was such a fun thing to do in Des Moines. The scavenger hunt took us to amazing places I never knew existed in our lovely capital city.
Jessica D.
Exploring the Downtown neighborhood was a highlight. Each stop revealed hidden gems and fascinating history that made this Des Moines scavenger hunt unforgettable.
David B.
The outdoor adventure around Downtown was fantastic. We enjoyed walking to historic spots like Hotel Fort Des Moines on this Des Moines scavenger hunt.
Sarah W.
What a fun date idea in the windy city! The Crusoe Umbrella Sculpture was a great backdrop for our photos while we tackled the Des Moines scavenger hunt.
Michael S.
I had a blast exploring the Flynn-Griffin Building and City Hall during this Des Moines scavenger hunt. Perfect family activity in the heart of the city.
Emily J.
A great scavenger hunt walking tour that took us through some beautiful spots in downtown. Can't wait to do it again with more friends!
Brian H.
This was one of the best ways to experience downtown Des Moines. The mix of puzzles and history made it truly enjoyable!
Ashley R.
I loved using the app during our scavenger hunt in downtown. It made exploring places like Flynn-Griffin Building so much more fun!
Daniel M.
The Des Moines scavenger hunt is a must-do for tourists! It led us to iconic locations we would have missed otherwise, like City Hall.
Laura G.
Our group had a fantastic time on this walking tour through downtown. The challenges kept us engaged, especially near the Crusoe Umbrella Sculpture.
Chris M.
This scavenger hunt was perfect for families. We explored Hotel Fort Des Moines and learned so much while enjoying quality time together.
Jessica D.
What an amazing way to see the highlights of downtown Des Moines. I loved learning about historic spots while having fun with friends.
David B.
We enjoyed a fun date exploring Downtown with the scavenger hunt. The Flynn-Griffin Building added a touch of history to our adventure.
Sarah W.
This was a great outdoor activity in Des Moines. Walking around and discovering hidden gems like City Hall made for an unforgettable day.
Michael S.
I had a blast exploring the Des Moines scavenger hunt. The Crusoe Umbrella Sculpture was such a unique find in the heart of downtown.
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