Syracuse Scavenger Hunt: At The Center Of New York State
Discover the hidden gems of Syracuse on an exciting scavenger hunt adventure! Explore the Salt City, solve riddles, and complete fun challenges as you navigate Downtown's iconic landmarks like Clinton Square and Erie Canal Museum. This interactive walking tour offers flexible sightseeing and competitive teamwork.
This scavenger hunt will help you explore Syracuse. This top rated Syracuse Scavenger Hunt scavenger hunt is 1.31 miles and has 8 stops.
4.9 (19 reviews)
Activity Info: At The Center Of New York State
Syracuse, known as The Heart of New York, boasts a rich history with it's Erie Canal Heritage and vibrant University Hill vibes. On our scavenger hunt, uncover local art at the Spirit of Light, explore the Erie Canal Museum, and snap photos at Clinton Square. Perfect for locals craving new adventures or visitors eager to dive into Syracuse's culture.
You can do our interactive scavenger hunt at any time.
Featured Locations On This Scavenger Hunt
Landmark Theatre
Outside Landmark Theatre, channel star power amid ornate details. Perfect for sightseeing and photo challenges in this City of Festivals venue.
Clinton Square
Experience Clinton Square's vibrant atmosphere where festivals thrive year-round. Solve puzzles amidst historic sites in this central hub of The Empire State.
Erie Canal Museum
Explore Erie Canal Museum at an old weigh station from 1821. Dive into canal history with engaging missions that reveal why Syracuse is called New York's Emerald Necklace.
Onondaga Historical Association Museum
Step back in time at Onondaga Historical Association Museum—a treasure trove of local history perfect for learning through fun facts during your scavenger hunt.
Museum of Science & Technology
Visit the Museum of Science & Technology, once an armory now a science hub. Engage with interactive exhibits and enjoy a fun way to learn about science during your scavenger hunt.
Residence Inn Marriott
Discover Residence Inn Marriott in downtown Syracuse—a hub for comfort after exploring nearby attractions on foot during your scavenger hunt adventure.
Spirit of Light
'Spirit of Light' stands tall as an allegorical sculpture representing electricity’s power—a must-see landmark during your scavenger hunt adventure.
City Hall
Discover City Hall, a limestone marvel in Salt City. It's towering presence once guided Erie Canal travelers. Solve riddles and enjoy photo challenges at this historic Syracuse landmark.
How the Syracuse Scavenger Hunt works
Grab your phone and dive into the Syracuse Scavenger Hunt using our app! Solve riddles, complete photo challenges, and earn points while exploring downtown's hidden treasures. Compete on the leaderboard as you discover city gems in a fun mobile-first experience.
More details
Activity Type: Anytime Scavenger Hunt
Starting Area: 300 W Fayette St, Syracuse, NY 13202, USA
Travel Method: Walking
Walking Distance: 1.31 Mi (2.11 KM)
Time:1.5 - 2 Hours
Skill Level:Competitive Fun
Extra Admissions: None
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Earn The Syracuse Scavenger Hunt High Score
Love some friendly competition? In the Syracuse Scavenger Hunt, each team member will tackle interactive challenges. Work together to solve riddles at Clinton Square or answer trivia at the Erie Canal Museum for a chance to top our leaderboard - ultimate bragging rights await!
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Reviews for Syracuse Scavenger Hunt: At The Center Of New York State
Loved it can’t wait to do it again
Rebecca Kelsey
Great time
Kasey Gruber
For tourists in the Salt City, this scavenger hunt is perfect. Discover hidden gems and local art while enjoying fresh air with friends downtown.
Isabella Smith
Loved wandering around the city center on this walking tour. Solving puzzles at sites like Museum of Science & Technology made it truly memorable.
Noah Davis
We had a great time exploring Syracuse's Downtown. From Onondaga Historical Association to Spirit of Light, it was a family-friendly adventure.
Olivia Martinez
A fun date idea in Downtown! The scavenger hunt through Clinton Square and Landmark Theatre made for a unique adventure in the Heart of New York.
Liam Johnson
Exploring the Salt City with ScavengerHunt.com was an absolute blast. Starting at the Erie Canal Museum, our team loved piecing together Syracuse's rich history.
Emma Clark
I had a blast discovering points of interest in Salt City! The Museum of Science & Technology was a highlight on this fun scavenger adventure.
Sophia Harris
A great walking tour of Syratown! From City Hall to Onondaga Historical, every stop on the Syracuse Scavenger Hunt was filled with history.
Aiden Johnson
Exploring Downtown Syracuse through this hunt was a blast! We loved uncovering hidden gems like Clinton Square with our team. Highly recommend it!
Olivia Brown
Had a wonderful date exploring Downtown! The hunt led us to the Landmark Theatre and Spirit of Light. It was engaging and full of surprises.
Emma Walker
The Syracuse Scavenger Hunt was an amazing family outing. We explored the Erie Canal Museum and solved fun puzzles together. A must-do in Salt City!
Liam Thompson
Loved using the ScavengerHunt.com app on this adventure! It made exploring places like Onondaga Historical Association Museum even more engaging.
Hannah Scott
What a great way to explore Downtown Syracuse! From the Spirit of Light to City Hall, each stop brought excitement and discovery. Highly recommend!
Olivia Martinez
A fantastic date idea in Downtown Syracuse! We bonded over riddles at Landmark Theatre and enjoyed every moment walking through historic streets.
Ethan Roberts
Perfect for families looking for things to do in Downtown! The kids loved the puzzles at Erie Canal Museum. Great fun in the Heart of Salt City.
Maya Thompson
Exploring Salt City with the Syracuse Scavenger Hunt was a blast! We discovered hidden gems like Clinton Square and solved fun challenges. A must-try!
Lucas Bennett
Our family enjoyed this thing to do in Downtown Exploring museums like MOST and landmarks like Spirit of Light was both fun and educational
Lucas Wright
What an engaging walking tour around Syracuse's city center Discovering unique architecture and local art made it an unforgettable experience
Sophia Morris
We had such fun at the Onondaga Historical Association Museum during the hunt A great outdoor activity to see Syracuse's points of interest
Ethan Roberts
A perfect date idea If you're in the Heart of New York, try this Downtown scavenger hunt. The Landmark Theatre and Clinton Square were highlights
Lila Cameron
Exploring the Erie Canal Museum and City Hall was a blast on our scavenger hunt adventure. We loved discovering hidden gems in Salt City.
Oliver Henderson
Loved exploring Salt City's downtown with the scavenger hunt app. Each mission uncovered more of the area's rich culture and vibrant art scene.
Ethan Nguyen
Such a fun date idea Discovering Syracuse’s treasures like City Hall while working through challenges was truly memorable for us both.
Emma Hernandez
Taking part in this walking tour through Downtown was amazing. We discovered hidden gems like Clinton Square and enjoyed every puzzle we solved.
Noah Kim
Our family loved the Syracuse Scavenger Hunt. It was a perfect way to spend our afternoon downtown, solving riddles and learning local history.
Olivia Martinez
I had a blast on the Syracuse Scavenger Hunt. Exploring Downtown's iconic spots like the Erie Canal Museum and Landmark Theatre was so much fun.
Liam Anderson
Syracuse Scavenger Hunt offered tourists like us an amazing city experience from science wonders downtown to art surprises at every turn.
Olivia Brown
This was a perfect way to see the highlights of Downtown Syracuse. Onondaga Historical Association Museum's hidden gems made it truly unforgettable!
Mason Davis
My partner and I went on this scavenger hunt for a date night in Salt City. We laughed nonstop solving riddles by the Landmark Theatre and enjoyed each challenge.
Avery Williams
We had an epic family adventure with ScavengerHunt.com in Downtown. The puzzles at Erie Canal Museum and Spirit of Light were both fun and educational!
Emily Jackson
Exploring Downtown Syracuse with the scavenger hunt was a blast! From City Hall to Clinton Square, every clue revealed something new and exciting.
Lucas Thompson
Exploring Salt City through this scavenger hunt was a joy! We unlocked hidden gems like the Onondaga Historical Association Museum along our path.
Sophie Brooks
Discovering Downtown was thrilling! From the Landmark Theatre to City Hall, every stop on the scavenger hunt revealed a new piece of Syracuse.
Jacob Phillips
The Syracuse Scavenger Hunt was such an engaging outdoor activity. Exploring Spirit of Light and other landmarks made it unforgettable.
Olivia Taylor
We loved our date in Salt City, solving riddles near Clinton Square. The Syracuse Scavenger Hunt turned downtown into a romantic playground.
Lucas Stone
I had a blast exploring the Erie Canal Museum with my family during the hunt. This Downtown adventure is perfect for all ages and full of surprises.
Emily Porter
Spending some time downtown solving puzzles around Spirit of Light was an epic way to appreciate Syratown's hidden gems with friends.
Ethan Anderson
The Syracuse Scavenger Hunt is such a fun thing to do for tourists. Exploring places like Museum of Science & Technology really showcased our city's charm.
Danielle Turner
Our walking tour of Syracuses city center was fantastic. The scavenger hunt led us through historic sites like City Hall and Onondaga Museum, pure adventure.
Chris Ellison
Perfect date idea in Salt City. We laughed through riddles at the Landmark Theatre and enjoyed every moment exploring Downtown Syracuse as a team.
Bethany Smith
I took my family on the Syracuse Scavenger Hunt and we had a blast. From Clinton Square to the Erie Canal, there was plenty to explore and learn.
Alex Johnson
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