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Birthday scavenger hunts with friends in Des Moines Your people. New inside jokes.

Explore the city with your birthday crew. Follow an app-guided route, solve landmark clues, and make new memories through photo challenges and personal trivia.

App-guidedPlay at your own paceUp to 50 people
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From $59.99 for up to 6. One group price. One-time purchase.

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Featured scavenger hunt in Des Moines
Your real Des Moines route

The birthday plan everyone will talk about

The whole crew. One unforgettable birthday.

Plan a kids’ party, an adult birthday, or a day out with friends and family. Every size gets the same playful city hunt, personal touches, and photo-worthy moments.

  • City clues and photo challenges
  • Birthday fun built into your adventure
  • App-guided play at your own pace
  • Up to 15 personalized trivia questions after purchase
  • Digital tickets delivered after checkout
Your party in Des MoinesAdventures in Downtown Des MoinesView route & starting point ↓

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Best for close friends
The Inner CircleA little crew, a lot of stories. $59.99one price for up to 6 people City clues and photo missions Personal birthday trivia Play together, on your schedule
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For the whole crew
The Party CrewBring the whole group chat. $99.99one price for up to 20 people City clues and photo missions Personal birthday trivia Play together, on your schedule
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The Big BashRoom for everyone in the memories. $119.99one price for up to 50 people City clues and photo missions Personal birthday trivia Play together, on your schedule
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Every package includes the same adventure. Your guest limit is the only difference.

The group chat finally has a plan.

One birthday. All your favorite characters.

Longtime friends, new friends, siblings, or the whole extended crew: give everyone something to do together. Choose a group package, then bring the birthday star’s stories into the game.

Turn inside jokes into questions

Ask who knows the birthday star best with up to 15 custom trivia questions after checkout. You supply the questions and answers.

Friendly rivalry, shared memories

Use the event instructions to organize teams, answer local clues, and compare scores. Team photos give everyone a part in the story.

Small crew or full reunion

Choose up to 6, 20, or 50 players, including the guest of honor. The group price covers one party hunt, not a subscription.

Your people. Their birthday. One group package.

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Save the plan. Start the memories.

From “we should do something” to birthday memories.

Choose one organizer to handle the package and setup. Everyone else can focus on turning up, joining in, and giving the birthday star a day worth remembering.

Your Des Moines plan follows Adventures in Downtown Des Moines, approximately 2.04 miles, with 7 stops including Hotel Fort Des Moines, Polk County Courthouse, Court Avenue Bridge. Preview the real route below before choosing your package.

  1. Collect the good stories

    Ask friends for a few personal trivia ideas, keep them kind, and finish your questions before the crew joins the game.

  2. Give the group a meeting point

    Share the starting area and joining instructions. Allow time for arrivals, then follow the app’s local clues and photo missions.

  3. Keep the birthday rolling

    Compare team scores and share favorite photos. Plan your own meal or other celebration afterward; food, drinks, and transport are separate.

One-time group packages for up to 6, 20, or 50 people.

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Your party’s featured Des Moines route

About this hunt: Adventures in Downtown Des Moines

◷ 1.5–2 hours↗ 2.04 mi / 3.28 km⌖ 7 stopsStart when you’re readyApp-guided walking adventure

Des Moines, known as the Heart of Iowa, is a vibrant city full of arts and history. On this walking tour, uncover hidden gems like the Crusoe Umbrella Sculpture and Principal Riverwalk.

Let the birthday crew discover the city one clue at a time. Look for details at each landmark, solve the next challenge, and collect team photos along the walking route. Along the way, discover Hotel Fort Des Moines, Polk County Courthouse, Court Avenue Bridge.

Starting area: 1000 Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50309, USA. Full directions and game prompts are in the app.

Read the full story of this hunt

Locals and visitors alike will enjoy exploring this Hawkeye State Capital through unique missions and challenges.

A little sightseeing. A lot of celebrating.

Stops on your Des Moines party hunt

Real places, local stories, and plenty of reasons to stop for a team photo. Swipe through all 7 stops.

Stop 1

Hotel Fort Des Moines

Step back in time at Hotel Fort Des Moines during your scavenger hunt. Discover it's historic charm as you solve riddles in this iconic downtown landmark.

Stop 2

Polk County Courthouse

Uncover history at Polk County Courthouse on your scavenger hunt adventure. It's impressive architecture makes it a standout stop for solving clues in downtown Des Moines.

Stop 3

Court Avenue Bridge

Cross Court Avenue Bridge during your scavenger hunt to enjoy panoramic views of Des Moines River while unraveling hidden secrets from it's storied past.

Stop 4

City Hall

Marvel at City Hall's grand architecture during your scavenger hunt in Des Moines Downtown. Solve puzzles while exploring this civic landmark's impressive exterior.

Stop 5

Polk County Heritage Gallery

Step into the past at Polk County Heritage Gallery. This location is a treasure trove of local history, perfect for a scavenger hunt adventure. Solve riddles while enjoying the ever-changing exhibits.

Stop 6

Crusoe Umbrella Sculpture – Des Moines, IA

'Find inspiration under Crusoe Umbrella Sculpture during our exciting scavenger hunt! This artistic landmark is perfect for creative photo challenges.'

Stop 7

Orchard Place Mural – Des Moines, IA

Discover a hidden spot in the Heart of Iowa on your Des Moines Downtown scavenger hunt adventure. This location offers quirky local trivia and fun facts for your team to uncover. Snap a photo, solve a riddle, and enjoy lots of fun.

The app guides your route. These are outdoor sightseeing stops; entering a venue is not implied.

Can you picture the birthday crew here? The next stop is your choice.

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Map of 7 numbered scavenger hunt stops in Des Moines

The practical party planner

More details. Less guesswork.

Activity
App-guided birthday scavenger hunt
Starting area
1000 Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50309, USA
Getting around
Walking: 2.04 miles (3.28 km)
Time to allow
1.5–2 hours, plus any breaks you choose
Style of play
Local discoveries, trivia, and teamwork
Extra admissions
None
Pack for the party
Charged phones, comfortable shoes, water, and weather-ready layers

Follow the clues. Find the story.

How your Des Moines birthday adventure works

Your route connects local landmarks through app-guided puzzles, trivia, and photo missions. Start at the listed meeting point, then move from stop to stop with your crew. There is no guide or fixed start time.

Explore Hotel Fort Des Moines, Polk County Courthouse, Court Avenue Bridge with a new reason to look closer at every stop. Each answer moves your team through the hunt; compare scores and save the group photos from the places you found.

  1. 01

    Pick your crew size

    Buy one package for up to 6, 20, or 50 people. Your Des Moines route and starting point are shown above.

  2. 02

    Make it about them

    After purchase, use your event setup page to add up to 15 trivia questions about the birthday star. Set everything up before the big day.

  3. 03

    Meet. Play. Celebrate.

    Download the Let's Roam app, follow your receipt to join, and meet at the starting area. Split a bigger crew into teams and let the friendly rivalry begin.

A closer look at the game

One stop. So many ways to play.

At a place like Hotel Fort Des Moines, your crew gathers around a real landmark, opens the app, and works together on local challenges. Some ask you to notice a detail. Others turn your team into the photo. Your answers earn points, and you can compare scores with the other teams.

  • Look closer: Solve a clue or answer a question about what you find.
  • Strike a pose: Take a group photo, then save the memories.
  • Add the personal twist: Mix in trivia about the birthday star before everyone plays.

The app image shows a sample challenge from a different Let's Roam hunt. Your selected city has its own prompts.

Sample Let's Roam app challenge showing a question, answer choices, and points
See clues, earn points, and make it your party.

Ready to turn your city into the celebration?

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Main-character birthday energy

Their day. Their stories. Your inside jokes.

Turn shared memories into up to 15 custom trivia questions after checkout. Your city hunt keeps its researched route, while your questions put the birthday star at the heart of the game.

Keep the good surprises for the party. Ask friends for ideas ahead of time, then finish customization on your event setup page before everyone joins.

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Ideas for your custom questions

“Who has known the birthday star the longest?”
“Which shared trip deserves its own sequel?”

Bring your own answers. Bonus points for the stories behind them.

A peek at the fun

Adventurers exploring Des Moines

Photos from hunts around Des Moines. Your crew’s next great photo is waiting.

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From people who have played

Party stories and Des Moines reviews

Real player feedback from occasion-themed and city hunts. Every quote names its own hunt and city, so you can tell which adventure it describes.

Birthday hunt player
★ 5/5
This hunt is amazingly fun!!!!! I enjoyed everything, especially that I got to spend some quality time with my family. It was a great birthday adventure. I recommend this to everyone of all ages. What an epic experience.
SawyerBack Bay & Beyond · Boston
About this review

This player reviewed Back Bay & Beyond in Boston. Their quote describes that hunt, rather than this exact party package.

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Your party-planning cheat sheet

Des Moines Birthday questions, answered

How do we organize a large birthday friend group?

Buy a package covering all players, including the birthday person. Follow the event instructions to organize smaller teams, share the starting point, and agree on when to meet. Compare scores and photos afterward.

Can friends and family join the same birthday hunt?

Absolutely. Invite the mix of people you want to celebrate with. Adults should accompany children and help them with the app and clues. Count all participating players in the package size.

Can we use our own inside jokes in the game?

Yes. After checkout, your setup page lets you add up to 15 personal trivia questions with your own answers. Finish before the event. Your questions complement the city game without changing its landmarks or walking route.

Is this suitable for a small birthday get-together?

Yes. The up-to-6 package can cover a smaller crew; up-to-20 and up-to-50 options cover larger groups. Capacity is a maximum, not a minimum guest count, and each package is one birthday hunt.

What does our package include?

One birthday scavenger hunt for up to 6, 20, or 50 people, depending on your package. All three include app-guided city clues, photo challenges, and post-purchase setup with up to 15 personalized trivia questions. This is a one-time purchase, not a subscription. Meals, drinks, and transport are not included.

Which Des Moines route will we play?

This is Adventures in Downtown Des Moines, a real walking hunt with 7 stops. The numbered map and stop cards above show the route, including Hotel Fort Des Moines, Polk County Courthouse, Court Avenue Bridge.

Where should everyone meet?

Meet at 1000 Walnut St, Des Moines, IA 50309, USA. Use the map above for directions and check the app for your first clue. Allow a little extra time for arrivals, parking, and getting everyone into the app.

How much walking is involved?

Your Des Moines route is approximately 2.04 miles (3.28 km), with 7 stops. Plan for about 1.5–2 hours, plus breaks. Wear comfortable shoes and check the route against your group’s mobility needs before purchasing; surfaces and accessibility vary by location.

Can we customize the birthday hunt?

Yes. Keep the locally researched landmark route, then add up to 15 questions about the birthday star on your event setup page after checkout. Your personal trivia joins the city clues; it does not move the stops or change the walking route. Finish your questions before the crew starts.

Do we need a reservation or a guide?

No scheduled guide is required. Your phones guide the adventure in the Let's Roam app. Start when your crew is ready and pause along the way. Plan around daylight, local weather, and any public-space opening hours.

How do 20 or 50 people play together?

Choose a package that covers your full guest count, including the birthday star. Use the event instructions to organize smaller teams so everyone can join the clues and photos. Agree on a meeting point, start together, and compare scores at the end.

Is this suitable for kids and mixed-age birthday groups?

The adventure combines walking, reading clues, trivia, and photos. Adults should accompany children and help with phones and tougher questions. Review the route length and local conditions for your youngest guests, and include every participating player in your package size.

Do we need to buy admission at the stops?

The listed extra admissions for this route are: none. Landmark stops do not automatically include entry to museums or paid attractions. Optional food, drinks, and visits are separate from your hunt tickets.

What happens after checkout?

Your receipt gives you access to your event setup and redemption instructions. Add your custom questions, share joining details with your guests, and download the Let's Roam app. Charge your phones before you arrive. Your selected city route and package capacity carry into your party setup.

Can adults celebrate with friends, family, or both?

Absolutely. This is a self-guided city adventure, so your birthday crew can be longtime friends, family, or a mix. Add questions about the birthday star, take group photos, and plan dinner or drinks separately if you want them. No alcohol or restaurant stop is required.

How do we plan a kids’ birthday with adults joining?

Include every player, kids and adults, in your package size. Adults should help younger guests with phones, reading, and trickier clues. The city route is a walking adventure that usually takes 1.5–2 hours, so check its distance, weather, and accessibility against your group’s ages and needs before buying.

The best stories start with “remember when…”

Make this birthday one for the group chat.

Let’s plan the fun

One group price. Your favorite people. A city full of possibilities.

Your people. Your pace.

A birthday adventure, made simple.

One app-guided city hunt. A whole crew of memories.

Birthday group following a clue together
  1. 1

    Choose your city and crew size

    Your featured route is Adventures in Downtown Des Moines in Des Moines. Review the stops and starting area on this page. Buy one package for up to 6, 20, or 50 people.

  2. 2

    Add the personal twist

    Your receipt links to event setup. Add up to 15 trivia questions about the birthday star, then share the joining details with everyone.

  3. 3

    Meet. Solve. Strike a pose.

    Download the Let's Roam app and meet at the starting area. Follow local clues, answer trivia, and take team photos. Allow 1.5–2 hours, plus your own breaks.

Kids, adults, friends, and family can all be part of the crew. Adults should accompany younger players.