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Groveland Park Chicago scavenger hunt

Chicago, Illinois

Windy City? More like findy city! Join our scavenger hunt through Groveland Park‘s...

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Garfield Park Chicago scavenger hunt

Chicago, Illinois

Windy City‘s secret treasures await in our Garfield Park scavenger hunt! Discover...

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Edgewater Glen-genuity Treasure Hunt

Chicago, Illinois

Windy City, more like Findy City! Join our thrilling scavenger hunt in Edgewater Glen for...

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Pubs and Cubs in Wrigleyville!

Chicago, Illinois

Explore the Windy City's colorful neighborhood on a thrilling scavenger hunt. Uncover...

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Gold Coast Treasure Hunt

Chicago, Illinois

Gold Coast galore! Join our thrilling scavenger hunt to uncover Chicago’s most...

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West Town Wild Wanderers Scavenger Hunt

Chicago, Illinois

Join us on a hilarious adventure through West Town in Chicago! Discover hidden gems and...

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green star4.9 (17 reviews)

South Loop Chicago scavenger hunt

Chicago, Illinois

Windy City or Hidden Treasure trove? Join our Chicago scavenger hunt to uncover secret...

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Historic and Modern Wonders

Chicago, Illinois

Art, nature, and a few surprises await on this fabulous scavenger hunt for U of C...

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green star4.8 (257 reviews)

Chicago's Magnificent Mile

Chicago, Illinois

Discover the hidden history and incredible sites of Chicago's Magnificent Mile, one of...

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green star4.8 (938 reviews)

Time For A GO in Chicago

Chicago, Illinois

Get ready to explore the vibrant streets of Chicago Loop on a thrilling scavenger hunt!...

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green star4.8 (136 reviews)

A Day At The Lincoln Zoo

Chicago, Illinois

Get ready for a wild adventure through Lincoln Park! Discover hidden gems and iconic...

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Windy City Wonders and Lakefront Views in Chicago

Chicago, Illinois

Discover the Windy City's hidden treasures on an exciting self-guided audio tour. Uncover...

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green star4.9 (12 reviews)

Lincoln Park Zoo-per Scavenger Hunt

Chicago, Illinois

Laugh with the kookaburra's on this epic Scavenger Hunt adventure through Chicago's...

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Ghosts of the Chicago River

Chicago, Illinois

Chicago's ghoulish sites are not for the faint of heart.

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Explore Chicago Illinois on a epic scavenger hunt

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With over 3050+ locations in 27 countries you can explore and have fun in your hometown or a new city! See a list of all our cities. Choose your city on the day of the hunt, not when you buy.

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Our goal is to make sure you have a fun, unique experience with every scavenger hunt. You'll learn about major sites and hidden gems in your city while completing fun photo challenges and activities.

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An epic Chicago, Illinois experience

Explore the city

Find the best sights in your city with your group and answer questions that can only be found in-person hidden on plaques, statues, art, and more.

Photo challenges & activities

Each person will have an interactive role and will receive photo challenges and fun activities to do with the rest of the group. Get points for the best photos!

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How Our Chicago, Illinois Scavenger Hunt Walking Tours Work

Our team of expert writers and on-the-ground adventurers found the must-sees and hidden secrets in 2,950+ cities worldwide (Including 50+ activities in the California region). On your scavenger hunt, your team will walk around the city, making discoveries, earning points for every challenge you complete using our award winning application.

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Our scavenger hunts are unforgettable experiences that help you create new memories!

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Don't just take our word for it! See what our satisfied adventurers have to say about these unique Chicago things to do.

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This is definitely one of the best things to do in Chicago. The interactive nature kept it exciting throughout!

Daniel W.

5 star reviews

We had an awesome time on our date night experience in downtown Chicago. It was fun and brought us closer together!

Megan L.

5 star reviews

A great walking tour of Lincoln Park neighborhood! It was engaging and offered insights into places I'd never noticed before.

James H.

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This was such a cool experience in West Town! I loved uncovering local treasures and learning about their history.

Laura M.

5 star reviews

The scavenger hunt app made it easy to explore Gold Coast. I discovered so many interesting historical sites during my tour.

Chris G.

5 star reviews

A fantastic way to see iconic spots in Downtown. I highly recommend this for anyone looking for unique things to do.

Jessica D.

5 star reviews

Exploring Edgewater Glen was a blast. I loved the outdoor experience and found some beautiful murals along the way.

David B.

5 star reviews

This was an amazing family activity in Lincoln Park. The kids loved learning about the Wrigley Building while walking.

Sarah W.

5 star reviews

What a fun date idea in the Windy City! We enjoyed discovering the history around the Tribune Tower together.

Michael S.

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I had a great time exploring the Chicago Loop. The walking tour led me to hidden gems like the Chicago Water Tower.

Emily J.

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What a memorable date night experience! We wandered past Wrigley Building, solving clues together made it so engaging and enjoyable.

Daniel T.

5 star reviews

This experience was perfect for tourists like us. We saw major landmarks including DuSable Bridge while having tons of fun exploring!

Megan A.

5 star reviews

A fantastic outdoor activity! The scavenger hunt led us through Lincoln Park Zoo where we enjoyed nature and learned interesting facts along the way.

Kevin L.

5 star reviews

Our walking tour through Edgewater Glen was amazing! We discovered beautiful murals that really showcased local culture and creativity.

Laura D.

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This was one of the best things to do in Chicago. The tour around Holy Name Cathedral was enlightening, making history come alive!

Chris M.

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I loved using ScavengerHunt.com for an interactive experience in West Town. It was such a fun way to see local art and hidden gems.

Jessica G.

5 star reviews

The Gold Coast neighborhood is stunning. This walking tour highlighted unique historical spots, making it a great way to explore this area.

David W.

5 star reviews

What a fun date idea in the Windy City! We strolled by the beautiful Chicago Water Tower and enjoyed each other's company while learning.

Sarah B.

5 star reviews

We had a great family experience in Lincoln Park. The self-guided tour made it easy to discover fun things to do while enjoying the outdoors.

Michael S.

5 star reviews

Exploring the Chicago Loop was a blast. The walking tour took us past the iconic Tribune Tower and we learned so much about the city's history.

Emily J.

5 star reviews

This self-guided walking tour offered an engaging way to see Lincoln Park Zoo's surroundings while learning about its rich history—highly recommend!

Daniel C.

5 star reviews

I really enjoyed this scavenger hunt as it turned out to be such a great thing to do with friends. It made our day memorable exploring downtown!

Sophia H.

5 star reviews

This Chicago tour is a must-do for anyone visiting. We saw so many points of interest, including the Richard H. Driehaus Museum, which was incredible!

James T.

5 star reviews

Exploring Edgewater Glen was a unique experience. The app guided us to interesting spots like Holy Name Cathedral that we would have missed otherwise.

Laura M.

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The walking tour through Garfield Park was an amazing outdoor activity. The scenery was stunning, and I loved learning about local history along the way.

Chris A.

5 star reviews

A fun date idea in downtown! We enjoyed discovering local art and history together while strolling past the beautiful Tribune Tower.

Jessica W.

5 star reviews

We loved this scavenger hunt experience in West Town. It took us to hidden gems and iconic landmarks, making it one of the best things to do in Chicago.

David B.

5 star reviews

What a fantastic way to explore the Gold Coast! The interactive elements kept us engaged while we learned about the historic Wrigley Building.

Sarah D.

5 star reviews

This walking tour in Lincoln Park was perfect for our family. We discovered so many cool spots like the Chicago Water Tower, making it a fun day out.

Michael S.

5 star reviews

I had a blast exploring the Chicago Loop on this self-guided tour. The history around DuSable Bridge was fascinating and made for a great experience.

Emily J.

5 star reviews

The ScavengerHunt.com app made our adventure unforgettable! It guided us through historic spots like the DuSable Bridge effortlessly.

Daniel T.

5 star reviews

We had an amazing time on this self-guided tour of Garfield Park. A great thing to do for anyone interested in local culture!

Olivia A.

5 star reviews

I really loved this experience! It was an engaging way to explore Downtown and learn interesting stories behind each landmark.

James M.

5 star reviews

This Chicago tour was perfect for tourists wanting to see major landmarks like the Tribune Tower while having fun!

Laura G.

5 star reviews

A great outdoor activity in Edgewater Glen. We enjoyed strolling through parks while uncovering fascinating historical facts.

Chris M.

5 star reviews

Exploring West Town was such a unique experience. The interactive scavenger hunt led us to hidden gems we never knew existed!

Jessica W.

5 star reviews

A fantastic walking tour around the Gold Coast neighborhood. I loved seeing iconic spots like the Chicago Water Tower up close.

David B.

5 star reviews

This was a great family activity in Lincoln Park. The kids loved spotting murals and learning about local history along the way.

Sarah D.

5 star reviews

What a fun date idea in the Windy City! We enjoyed discovering the Wrigley Building while learning about its history together.

Michael S.

5 star reviews

I had a blast exploring the Chicago Loop on this self-guided tour. The Holy Name Cathedral was a highlight and so beautiful to see.

Emily J.

FAQs.

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 Tickets or Gifts
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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