Two hours. One epic Amherst adventure. Your team will solve puzzles, complete challenges, and explore historic landmarks. On this modern day treasure hunt in Amherst 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 Amherst. This top rated Amherst scavenger hunt is 1.29 miles and has 6 stops.
Get ready to discover the hidden treasures of Amherst, Virginia, on a thrilling scavenger hunt through the charming South neighborhood! As you wander through the historic streets, you'll embark on an exciting adventure filled with fascinating stories and intriguing clues. From the Courage of Frank Padget to the Vietnam Memorial, you'll explore some of the most iconic landmarks and secret spots in town. Don't forget to visit the Kearfortt-Wood House and the Amherst County Bateau and the Thornhill Wagon for a glimpse into the past! Join us on this fun-filled journey where you'll learn about Amherst's rich history and culture while solving exciting challenges with your team. Whether you're a local or a traveler, this is an activity that everyone can enjoy! So gather your friends, family, or colleagues and get ready for an unforgettable experience on the Amherst, Virginia, scavenger hunt. Trust us, it's a blast!
You can do our interactive scavenger hunt at any time. Explore the sights of Amherst.
Some of what you'll see: Amherst Depot, Courage of Frank Padget, Amherst County Bateau
See these locations plus more on your Amherst Scavenger Hunt Adventure!
Flash Sale until Wednesday, 03/26! Tickets can be used on any of our 3050+ hunts all around the world.
Explore Amherst 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: 164 S Main St, Amherst, VA 24521, USA
Travel Method: Walking
Walking Distance: 1.29 Mi (2.08 KM)
Time:1.5 - 2 Hours
Skill Level:Friend & Family Fun
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 Amherst leaderboard—and compete for ultimate bragging rights!
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Team: 1st not Last
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See our amazing reviews of our Amherst scavenger hunt walking tour!
I loved using the ScavengerHunt.com app on our journey through South. It made exploring so much easier and more interactive!
Chris L.
The scavenger hunt walking tour was engaging and educational. We really got to appreciate the rich history of Amherst during our adventure.
Sophia H.
This walking tour through South neighborhood was so enjoyable. I loved every moment spent uncovering secrets at places like The Amherst County Bateau.
James M.
What a fantastic scavenger hunt in South! Every clue led us to amazing historical locations that we would have missed otherwise.
Laura G.
A great way for tourists to see points of interest around Amherst. I never knew how much history there was until this adventure!
Daniel M.
The scavenger hunt was such a fun thing to do in this charming city. I loved learning about local history while wandering through beautiful spots.
Jessica D.
Exploring the South neighborhood was a highlight. Each stop, from The Thornhill Wagon to Thomas Tom Nelson Burford, revealed fascinating history.
David B.
This outdoor activity was perfect for a sunny day in Amherst. Walking around the historic sites made it an unforgettable experience.
Sarah W.
What a fun date idea in the South neighborhood! We enjoyed solving puzzles while discovering hidden gems like The Courage of Frank Padget.
Michael S.
I had a blast exploring the Amherst scavenger hunt with my family. The kids loved finding clues at The Amherst Depot and Kearfortt-Wood House.
Emily J.
I loved using the ScavengerHunt.com app during our adventure around South. It guided us perfectly to all the historic spots we wanted to see.
Brian L.
If you are looking for things to do in Amherst, this scavenger hunt walking tour is fantastic! It combines fun and education beautifully.
Samantha W.
The walking tour aspect made it even more enjoyable. Exploring the South neighborhood felt like stepping back in time with each location.
Chris H.
We had an amazing time on this South scavenger hunt. Each stop, especially Thomas Tom Nelson Burford, offered something unique and memorable.
Laura M.
This scavenger hunt is perfect for tourists wanting to see points of interest in Amherst. We enjoyed every moment discovering new places.
Daniel G.
What a fun way to spend time in Amherst, also known as the heart of Virginia. The scavenger hunt led us to many interesting spots.
Jessica D.
Exploring the South neighborhood's hidden gems made for an unforgettable experience. The Amherst Depot is a must-see for history buffs.
David B.
The scavenger hunt was a great outdoor activity around South. Walking through the historic Kearfortt-Wood House was a real treat.
Sarah W.
This was such a fun date idea in Amherst. We loved solving puzzles while discovering the Courage of Frank Padget together.
Michael S.
I had a blast exploring the South neighborhood on this scavenger hunt. The Vietnam Memorial was a poignant highlight of our adventure.
Emily J.
I loved using the ScavengerHunt.com app during our adventure in South. It made exploring historic spots like The Amherst Depot super fun!
Brian C.
If you're looking for things to do in Amherst, this scavenger hunt walking tour is a must! We discovered so many interesting sites along the way.
Megan L.
The walking tour of the South neighborhood was enjoyable. Each stop brought new insights into local history, especially at Kearfortt-Wood House.
Chris H.
We had a blast on this South scavenger hunt! It was engaging and educational, making it a perfect outing for friends or family.
Laura M.
This is an excellent way for tourists to see points of interest around Amherst. We loved visiting The Thornhill Wagon during our adventure.
Daniel G.
I had such a great time doing this scavenger hunt in Amherst. It felt like an exciting treasure hunt through our charming town.
Jessica D.
Exploring the South neighborhood was a highlight. The scavenger hunt led us to amazing spots like The Amherst Depot, truly memorable.
David W.
This outdoor adventure in Amherst was perfect for enjoying the weather while discovering places like Thomas Tom Nelson Burford.
Sarah B.
What a fun date idea in the South neighborhood. The scavenger hunt took us to hidden gems like The Courage of Frank Padget and we loved it!
Michael S.
The Amherst scavenger hunt was a fantastic family activity. We explored Kearfortt-Wood House and learned so much about the area's history.
Emily J.
Loved using the ScavengerHunt.com app for our adventure! It made exploring South so easy and enjoyable while finding cool spots.
Brian W.
If you're looking for things to do in Amherst, this scavenger hunt walking tour is perfect! Every stop had something unique to offer.
Rachel L.
This walking tour through South neighborhood was fantastic. We enjoyed every moment and learned so much about local history.
David H.
We had an amazing time on this South scavenger hunt! It was engaging and educational while we explored together.
Megan M.
A great way for tourists to see points of interest around Amherst. Each stop, especially Thomas Tom Nelson Burford, was fascinating.
Chris G.
This scavenger hunt is such a fun thing to do in Amherst. I loved visiting The Thornhill Wagon and learning its history.
Laura D.
Exploring South neighborhood was a highlight of my week. The historic spots made this scavenger hunt unforgettable.
Jake B.
The outdoor activity was perfect for a sunny day in South. Walking around and discovering places like the Amherst Depot was delightful.
Sarah W.
What a fun date idea in the heart of South. The scavenger hunt led us to hidden gems like the Courage of Frank Padget.
Mark S.
I had a blast exploring the Amherst scavenger hunt with my family. The sites like the Vietnam Memorial were truly moving.
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