Charlottesville Scavenger Hunt: Centuries of Charlottesville
Embark on an unforgettable scavenger hunt adventure in Charlottesville's historic downtown. Explore Thomas Jefferson's Hometown, solve riddles, and complete fun challenges as you uncover the city's hidden gems. Perfect for teams, this interactive walking tour combines sightseeing with exciting missions.
This scavenger hunt will help you explore Charlottesville. This top rated Charlottesville Scavenger Hunt scavenger hunt is 1.73 miles and has 8 stops.
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Activity Info: Centuries of Charlottesville
Charlottesville is a vibrant city known for it's rich history and stunning landscapes, nestled in Virginia Wine Country. On this hunt, explore spots like McGuffey Art Center and Paramount Theater while solving puzzles and completing photo challenges. Ideal for locals and visitors alike, it is a flexible way to experience Monticello's Backyard.
You can do our interactive scavenger hunt at any time.
Featured Locations On This Scavenger Hunt
Jefferson Theater
The Jefferson Theater echoes with legendary performances and vibrant history. Feel the energy as you solve puzzles and explore this architectural gem during your scavenger hunt.
McGuffey Art Center
Explore creativity at McGuffey Art Center, one of America's oldest artist-run spaces. Discover hidden gems and enjoy lively exhibits as part of your scavenger hunt journey.
Dedicated to You, A Free Citizen in a Free Land
Pause at this historic plaque replicating the Liberty Bell—a tribute to civic pride in C'ville. Enhance your scavenger hunt experience by connecting with local history here.
Ix Art Park
The Ix Art Park is a hidden gem with colorful murals and captivating sculptures that will ignite your imagination. Perfect for artistic inspiration on your Charlottesville scavenger hunt.
Paramount Theater
Step into the Paramount Theater, an art deco masterpiece that once dazzled moviegoers. Now a concert hall, it is a must-see landmark on your scavenger hunt through Charlottesville.
Court Square
Discover the heart of Charlottesville at Court Square. This historic hub was once the city's civic center, where justice was served. Explore it's rich history on your scavenger hunt adventure.
Jefferson-Madison Regional Library
Uncover stories of battles and knowledge at the Jefferson-Madison Regional Library. A perfect stop for trivia buffs on your scavenger hunt, this library is a gateway to Charlottesville's past.
The Garage
The Garage is a small but mighty venue showcasing local art in Charlottesville. Enjoy spontaneous music and creative displays as part of your downtown scavenger hunt experience.
How the Charlottesville Scavenger Hunt works
Grab your phone and start exploring Charlottesville! With our app, solve riddles and complete photo challenges across the city center. Earn points as you discover hidden gems in this mobile-first adventure that is both simple and fun.
More details
Activity Type: Anytime Scavenger Hunt
Starting Area: 201 2nd Street Northwest, Charlottesville, VA 22902, USA
Travel Method: Walking
Walking Distance: 1.73 Mi (2.78 KM)
Time:1.5 - 2 Hours
Skill Level:Competitive Fun
Extra Admissions: None
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Earn The Charlottesville Scavenger Hunt High Score
Love some friendly competition? In the Charlottesville Scavenger Hunt, tackle interactive photo and trivia challenges at iconic spots like Court Square or Ix Art Park. Work together to top the leaderboard—bragging rights await!
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Reviews for Charlottesville Scavenger Hunt: Centuries of Charlottesville
Nice tour of Charlottesville historic downtown.
User Awesome
Thank you so much. It was great bonding time with my two children and mother.
Fun for everyone
Tom Rutenberg
Fun time!
Trey Rutenberg
Great fun!
Karen Rutenberg
Very fun!
Had a great time!
For tourists wanting to see Charlottesville's best spots like Dedicated to You or Jefferson-Madison Regional Library, this hunt is a must-do activity.
Tommy Jameson
Our family loved the Scavenger Hunt in Downtown C-Ville. It was such a fun thing to do together, learning history and seeing art at the library.
Linda Hughes
Charlottesville's Downtown Hunt was an epic date idea. We laughed and bonded over challenges at spots like The Garage and McGuffey Art Center.
Sam Carson
The perfect outdoor adventure in Charlottesville. From Jefferson Theater to Ix Art Park, every clue was a new discovery. A great way to explore the city.
Elaine Richards
I had a blast exploring C-Ville on the Scavenger Hunt. We solved riddles from Paramount Theater to Court Square, finding hidden gems throughout Downtown.
Derek Thompson
The treasure hunt through Charlottesville's hot spots like Jefferson-Madison Library was an awesome way for tourists to see key points of interest around town.
Ella Brown
Discovering historic spots in downtown C-ville was exciting. The Jefferson Theater area had interesting missions that made the walking tour so engaging and memorable!
David Smith
Exploring Downtown Charlottesville during this scavenger hunt was fantastic. We loved discovering places like Court Square and Ix Art Park on this outdoor adventure.
Claire Johnson
The Charlottesville Scavenger Hunt was a perfect date idea. We explored the Paramount Theater area and solved fun riddles together in the charming city center.
Ben Miller
I had a blast at the Charlottesville Scavenger Hunt. Exploring Downtown with my family brought us closer as we uncovered hidden gems like The Garage and McGuffey Art Center.
Alice Wright
Charlottesville's hidden gems like The Garage were so fun to uncover during our scavenger hunt. It was an awesome walking tour of this vibrant city.
Ava Wilson
The journey through McGuffey Art Center and Jefferson-Madison Regional Library was captivating. A must-do outdoor activity in Charlottesville!
Sophia Brown
Our date was perfect with the Charlottesville Scavenger Hunt. We loved visiting Dedicated to You, A Free Citizen in a Free Land together.
Ethan Walker
What a fantastic way to explore Downtown! The adventure through Ix Art Park and Jefferson Theater made for an unforgettable family day out.
Olivia Miller
I had an amazing time on the Charlottesville Scavenger Hunt! Exploring Court Square and the Paramount Theater was such a treat. Highly recommend it!
Liam Harris
We took on the Charlottesville Scavenger Hunt as tourists and loved it. The adventure took us to iconic spots like Jefferson Theater!
Sophia Kingston
What a fun walking tour of C-Ville's downtown! Exploring the Garage and discovering local art was such a unique experience for us tourists.
Olivia Carter
This was an awesome family activity! The kids loved solving riddles around McGuffey Art Center and finding quirky facts about C-Town.
Noah Harrison
A perfect date idea in C-Ville! We solved puzzles at the Paramount Theater and enjoyed the Jefferson-Madison Library. Highly recommend it.
Ava Mitchell
I had a blast exploring downtown on the Charlottesville Scavenger Hunt. Court Square and Ix Art Park were my favorites, with so many hidden gems!
Liam Bennett
The scavenger hunt adventure in C'ville was a brilliant way to uncover hidden gems like Dedicated to You, A Free Citizen in a Free Land monument.
Sophia Davis
Exploring Court Square on foot through this walking tour was enriching. Loved how we interacted with landmarks like the Jefferson-Madison Library.
Mason Brown
Charlottesville's Downtown scavenger hunt was perfect for our family. We loved the Ix Art Park and discovering local art around every corner.
Ava Williams
This was a fantastic date idea in Cville! Solving riddles at McGuffey Art Center and Jefferson Theater made for a memorable, fun time together.
Lucas Smith
I had a blast exploring the Downtown area with the scavenger hunt adventure. The Paramount Theater and The Garage were such unique finds.
Evelyn Johnson
The scavenger hunt was a fantastic way to explore all points of interest around Cville, including The Garage and iconic locations like Court Square.
Olivia Bennett
What a fantastic walking tour of Cville's Downtown. The app guided us to unique spots like 'Dedicated to You' and the Jefferson-Madison Library.
Jackson Miller
A great activity for families visiting Charlottesville. Our kids loved discovering hidden gems at McGuffey Art Center and solving riddles at each stop.
Sophia Anderson
An amazing date idea in Charlottesville. We enjoyed every moment from the Paramount Theater to Court Square. The perfect blend of adventure and history.
Liam Harrington
Exploring the Downtown area on this scavenger hunt was brilliant! The puzzles were fun and led us to places like Ix Art Park and Jefferson Theater.
Emma Stonefield
The perfect outdoor activity in Charlottesville! The challenges led us through local art at Ix Park and historic sites like Jefferson Theater. Loved it!
Olivia Wright
Loved the ScavengerHunt.com adventure through C-ville's downtown! Starting at Court Square, it was a wonderful walking tour packed with puzzles and fun.
Ethan Mitchell
I had an amazing time on this treasure hunt in downtown. From Paramount Theater to McGuffey Art Center, every spot was full of history and charm.
Sophia Adams
Such a fun date idea! My partner and I loved solving riddles around the Garage and Jefferson Theater in Downtown C-ville. It was an adventurous day out.
Marcus Green
Exploring the C-ville was a blast! The scavenger hunt took us from Court Square to Ix Art Park, unveiling hidden gems and iconic spots. A must-do for families!
Claire Bennett
Loved using the ScavengerHunt.com app for our tour of Charlottes downtown gems. From Jefferson-Madison Library to Ix Art Park, it was pure adventure.
Laura Carter
A unique way to explore Cville's vibrant history. Solving clues by Dedicated to You and soaking in art at The Garage was truly engaging.
Caleb Harper
Took my family on this hunt and we had an absolute blast! The kids loved solving riddles at Court Square and seeing the Paramount Theater.
Sarah Johnson
What a great date idea in downtown! We teamed up, solved puzzles at McGuffey Art Center, and enjoyed some quality time around Charlottesville.
Daniel Morris
Exploring downtown Charlottes with the Scavenger Hunt was thrilling. From the Jefferson Theater to Ix Art Park, every clue led to fun and discovery.
Maggie Thompson
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