Two hours. One epic Rio del Mar adventure. Your team will solve puzzles, complete challenges, and explore historic landmarks. On this modern day treasure hunt in Rio del Mar 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 Rio del Mar. This top rated Rio del Mar scavenger hunt is 1.18 miles and has 7 stops.
Surf‘s up, adventurers! Get ready to ride the waves of excitement on our Rio del Mar, California, scavenger hunt through the charming Downtown neighborhood. Prepare to be swept away by the beauty and mystery hiding between the sun-drenched streets and picturesque beaches. Dive deep into local history in search of captivating art pieces, such as dragons guarding a peculiar bathhouse and the hidden treasures sprinkled around Esplanade Park. Sea lions aren‘t the only ones having fun today! As you paddle your way from one clue to another, basking in the delightful blend of historical sites and natural wonders on this Rio del Mar, California, scavenger hunt, you‘ll have a whale of a time immersing yourself in the essence of this coastal paradise. From meeting legendary figures like Gary N. Sandstrom and Ed Koski to uncovering stories behind sandy shores sculpted since 1959, it‘s all waiting for you! Hook us in already! So go ahead, grab your mermaid squad or pirate crew.
You can do our interactive scavenger hunt at any time. Explore the sights of Rio del Mar.
Some of what you'll see: Village Bathhouse, Esplanade Park, Sea Lion
See these locations plus more on your Rio del Mar Scavenger Hunt Adventure!
Flash Sale until Wednesday, 03/26! Tickets can be used on any of our 3050+ hunts all around the world.
Explore Rio del Mar 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: Esplanade Park, 120 Monterey Ave, Capitola, CA 95010, USA
Travel Method: Walking
Walking Distance: 1.18 Mi (1.9 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 Rio del Mar leaderboard—and compete for ultimate bragging rights!
Team: Max Power
Team: For the Lolz
Team: 1st not Last
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See our amazing reviews of our Rio del Mar scavenger hunt walking tour!
I absolutely loved this scavenger hunt walking tour. Using ScavengerHunt.com made exploring Downtown feel like an exciting adventure!
Daniel L.
If you're looking for things to do in Rio del Mar, this is it! A perfect mix of fun challenges and learning about local history.
Sophia H.
What a great walking tour of the Downtown neighborhood! The puzzles kept us engaged, and we saw things we would have missed otherwise.
Chris G.
This was an amazing Downtown scavenger hunt! I loved how interactive it was and how it brought us closer as we explored together.
Laura M.
A fantastic way for tourists to see points of interest around Rio del Mar. We uncovered so much history at each stop along the way.
Michael D.
This scavenger hunt is such a fun thing to do in sunny Rio del Mar. I felt like a kid again discovering all these historic sites!
Jessica T.
Exploring the Downtown neighborhood was a highlight of our day. The history behind Gary N Sandstrom and other spots made it memorable.
David W.
The scavenger hunt was a great outdoor activity around Downtown. Esplanade Park was beautiful, and we loved the fresh air while walking.
Sarah B.
What a fun date idea in the heart of Rio del Mar! We enjoyed discovering hidden gems like Ed Koski while solving puzzles together.
Mark S.
I had a blast exploring the Rio del Mar scavenger hunt with my family. The kids loved finding clues at the Village Bathhouse and Dragons.
Emily J.
The scavenger hunt walking tour was a blast! I loved using the app from ScavengerHunt.com to explore all that Downtown has to offer.
Ethan A.
If you want things to do in Rio del Mar, try this scavenger hunt! It’s engaging and showcases beautiful locations throughout.
Ava T.
This walking tour through Downtown was so enjoyable. I loved learning about local history while hunting for clues with friends.
Liam M.
I had an amazing time on this Downtown scavenger hunt. It made exploring feel like an adventure full of surprises!
Olivia W.
A fantastic way for tourists to see points of interest around Rio del Mar. The Sea Lion and Dragons were definitely highlights!
James M.
This Rio del Mar scavenger hunt was such a fun activity. It felt great to explore our beautiful coastal town while solving puzzles.
Sophia D.
Exploring Downtown was a highlight for me. The scavenger hunt led us to fascinating places like Gary N Sandstrom and more.
David B.
I loved the outdoor adventure of the Rio del Mar scavenger hunt. Walking along the beach and discovering historic spots was amazing.
Sarah W.
What a fun date idea in the sunny city! The scavenger hunt took us to hidden gems like the Sea Lion and Dragons, making it memorable.
Michael S.
The Rio del Mar scavenger hunt was perfect for my family. We enjoyed exploring Capitola Beach and the Village Bathhouse together.
Emily J.
I loved using the ScavengerHunt.com app during our adventure through Downtown. It made exploring feel like a thrilling treasure hunt!
Chris A.
If you're looking for things to do in Rio del Mar, try this scavenger hunt! It was both entertaining and informative about local history.
Megan T.
The scavenger hunt walking tour in Rio del Mar was amazing. It allowed us to discover new places while enjoying quality time outdoors.
James L.
This was a great Downtown scavenger hunt! I loved how it combined history with fun challenges while walking through iconic spots.
Laura H.
A fantastic way for tourists to see points of interest around Rio del Mar. The scavenger hunt was engaging and educational at every stop.
Daniel M.
Had so much fun doing this in the surf city. The scavenger hunt brought us to cool locations like Ed Koski and made for an unforgettable day.
Jessica G.
Exploring the Downtown neighborhood was a highlight for me. The scavenger hunt led us to fascinating places I never knew existed.
David B.
What a great outdoor activity in Downtown. The scavenger hunt took us to beautiful spots like the Village Bathhouse and more.
Sarah W.
This was such a fun date idea in Rio del Mar. We enjoyed the challenge of discovering hidden gems like Esplanade Park together.
Michael S.
I had a blast exploring the Rio del Mar scavenger hunt with my family. The kids loved finding dragons and visiting Capitola Beach.
Emily J.
The scavenger hunt walking tour in Downtown was truly enjoyable. The app made it easy to navigate while learning about local history.
Ryan L.
If you're looking for things to do in Rio del Mar, this scavenger hunt is perfect! We had so much fun solving clues together.
Megan H.
This walking tour of Downtown was amazing! I loved how interactive it was while exploring all those historic buildings along the way.
David R.
We had an incredible time on this Downtown scavenger hunt! It was engaging and led us to some fascinating places we never knew about.
Laura M.
A fantastic way for tourists to see points of interest around Rio del Mar. The Sea Lion and Dragons were definitely worth the trip.
Chris G.
This Rio del Mar scavenger hunt is such a fun thing to do in the Golden Coast. I loved every moment spent wandering around!
Jessica D.
Exploring the Downtown neighborhood was such a treat. The hidden gems we found, especially Gary N Sandstrom, made this adventure unforgettable.
Michael B.
The scavenger hunt was a great outdoor activity around Downtown. Walking through the historic spots like Ed Koski was amazing.
Sarah W.
What a fun idea for a date in the sunny side of Rio del Mar. We enjoyed the puzzles and loved discovering Esplanade Park together.
Jake S.
I had a blast exploring the Rio del Mar scavenger hunt. The Dragons and Sea Lion were highlights for my family, making it perfect for kids.
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