San Francisco Scavenger Hunt: Behind The Curtain

Two hours. One epic San Francisco adventure. Your team will solve puzzles, complete challenges, and explore historic landmarks. On this modern day treasure hunt in San Francisco 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 San Francisco. This top rated San Francisco scavenger hunt is 2.03 miles and has 10 stops.

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What does it take to run one of the biggest and most beautiful cities in the United States? On today's epic scavenger hunt of San Francisco we go behind the curtain, making a loop around the Civic Center and surrounding neighborhoods. Along the way you'll glimpse political palaces, meet seated presidents, taste rich mint and see what it takes to turn a cable car. It's time to strap on those walking shoes, round up some friends and book your San Francisco scavenger hunt today!

You can do our interactive scavenger hunt at any time. Explore the culture, and history of San Francisco.

Some of what you'll see: Market Street, City Hall, Cable Car Turnaround, Asian Art Museum

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This was so much fun!!! My husband and I had a great time exploring. A great way to spend a day. Highly recommended!!

Had so much fun today with my team spice girls for Laura Bachelorette party

Easy and fun adventure. Good way to tour the city

Super fun! Great team building for a great company function

Lots of fun, and a great activity with a group! We took the light rail down for some extra adventure. We learned a few fun facts.

So much fun and not pricey at all. Did it with a group including kids. They had fun too. We will for sure do more hunts in the future.

FAQs.

What will I find on the Behind The Curtain scavenger hunt?

Behind The Curtain will help you discover new exciting things, taking you to popular attractions and secret sites even the locals don't know about. We'll lead you to 'must-see' landmarks and treasures including: City Hall, Market Street, Cable Car Turnaround, Asian Art Museum. Need more details? You can find additional scavenger hunt information here.

Is the Behind The Curtain scavenger hunt good for team building?

Of course! We have a whole team of San Francisco team building experts at ScavengerHunt.com that can help turn the Behind The Curtain scavenger hunt into the engaging, energizing team building activity your company needs. Our team can customize any team building scavenger hunt to include a tailored route, a special starting and ending location, custom questions about your company, and your logo. Click here for more info on how to start your San Francisco team building adventure.

How do I buy tickets and start the San Francisco scavenger hunt?

It's easy! Start by buying scavenger hunt tickets from our store. Tickets can be used for the San Francisco scavenger hunt or any ScavengerHunt.com city scavenger hunt (we have more than 400 hunts in cities across the globe). After securing your tickets, choose the city you want to explore. Download the Let's Roam app (our awesome parent company), select your adventure/activity, and start your epic journey!

Why Do A Scavenger Hunt With Us?

Every scavenger hunt, whether in your home or outside, is designed to bring teams together. Outdoor hunts are a safe, socially distant way to explore with your close friend/family group and help hunters see the city in a whole 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!

How Outdoor Scavenger Hunts Work

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.

Are Your Outdoor Scavenger Hunts Covid Safe?

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.

How Do In-Home Scavenger Hunts Work?

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.

Why It's The Perfect Gift

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.

How Long is a Scavenger Hunt?

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.

When Can I Do The Hunt?

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.

Does everyone need an interactive role?

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.