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Austin Scavenger Hunt: History and Mystery of Austin

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Two hours. One epic Austin adventure. Your team will solve puzzles, complete challenges, and explore historic landmarks. On this modern day treasure hunt in Austin 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 Austin. This top rated Austin scavenger hunt is 1.31 miles and has 8 stops.

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Activity Info: History and Mystery of Austin

With its big barbecue, big smiles, and big music scene, the capital of Texas really supports the state slogan. But it's not just about the quantity in Austin; it's the quality. With its round-the-clock live music highlighted by massive annual festivals, Austin has one of the most thriving music scenes in the country, if not the world. On this scavenger hunt in Austin, we explore some of the capital city's iconic landmarks. Along the way, you'll meet the Red Headed Stranger and Cannon Lady and stop by a historic hotel and a city hall decorated with purpose. It's time to strap on those walking shoes, round up some friends, and book your Austin scavenger hunt today!

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You can do our interactive scavenger hunt at any time. Explore the art, and culture of Austin.

Some of what you'll see: Buford Tower, Ann Richards Congress Avenue Bridge, Austin City Hall, Willie Nelson Statue, 410 Congress Avenue, Angelina Eberly Statue, The Driskill Hotel, Austin Fire

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How It Works: History and Mystery of Austin

Explore Austin like never before. All you need is a phone and some free time! Our cross-platform mobile app (available on iOS and Android) uses GPS and AI photo scanning to help you navigate from stop to stop as you uncover hidden art, history, and culture all around you.

Solve riddles at each stop, complete hilarious photo challenges, and compete with your team to score the most points and top our city-wide leaderboard.

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Activity Type: Anytime Scavenger Hunt

Starting Area: 40 Congress Avenue, Austin, TX, 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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Whether you're heading out for a weekend getaway, throwing a surprise birthday party for your best friend, or celebrating your bachelorette party, the fun never stops with ScavengerHunt.com.

Our Austin scavenger hunts are endlessly customizable. Unlock unique challenge types, roles, and other special features as you have a blast, no matter the occassion.

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Earn The Austin Scavenger Hunt High Score

Love a little competition? On your photo scavenger hunt, each player on your team will receive interactive challenges. You'll work together to solve riddles, answer trivia and complete photo challenges for a chance to top the Austin leaderboard—and compete for ultimate bragging rights!

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The Top Rated Scavenger Hunt In Austin

See our amazing reviews of our Austin scavenger hunt walking tour!

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Great way to see the city and get to know some great places on the way!

Caitlyn Poole

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This was a GREAT way to enjoy a city I grew up in and didn’t take time to “discover”! It was a beautiful day too!

Crystal Hughes

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Thank you. I would not have found these spots on my way own.

Victoria Bensussan

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That was freakin fun

Katherine Johnson

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Made for a great family event over the Christmas holiday!!

Julie Gatewood

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I loved using the ScavengerHunt.com app during our adventure. It made exploring Downtown so easy and enjoyable!

Liam L.

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If you're looking for things to do in ATX, this scavenger hunt is it! A unique way to experience the city’s history and charm.

Olivia H.

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This walking tour was fantastic! We enjoyed learning about each landmark, especially the iconic Angelina Eberly Statue.

James M.

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We had an incredible time on this Downtown adventure. The scavenger hunt brought us closer as we explored together.

Sophia G.

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A great way for tourists to uncover local treasures! The scavenger hunt led us to fascinating places like Austin Fire House #1.

Chris M.

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This Austin scavenger hunt is such a fun way to see hidden gems around town. I loved every moment discovering new spots!

Jessica D.

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Exploring the highlights of this vibrant area was amazing. Each stop like Buford Tower revealed more about our city's rich history.

David B.

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The outdoor activity was perfect for a sunny day. Walking through Downtown was refreshing, especially near #410 Congress Avenue.

Sarah W.

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What a fun date idea in the heart of ATX! We enjoyed solving puzzles while walking past Austin City Hall and the historic firehouse.

Michael S.

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I had a blast exploring the Austin scavenger hunt with my family. The kids loved the Angelina Eberly Statue and Buford Tower.

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Loved using ScavengerHunt.com for our exploration of downtown ATX. It turned out to be an exciting treasure hunt full of surprises!

Brian A.

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A must-do activity when visiting Austin! This scavenger hunt brought us closer together as we explored historic sites around downtown.

Ashley W.

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This walking tour through Seaholm was delightful. The app made it easy to navigate while discovering local history and culture.

Chris M.

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We had an amazing time on this Downtown adventure. The scavenger hunt was well organized and highlighted great spots like the bridge.

Laura D.

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The Austin scavenger hunt is perfect for tourists wanting to see key points of interest while having fun exploring downtown.

Daniel M.

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Such a fun thing to do in ATX! The scavenger hunt made visiting places like City Hall and Willie Nelson Statue so much more engaging.

Jessica G.

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Exploring the Downtown Market District was such a treat. The Austin scavenger hunt led us to amazing spots including the iconic Driskill Hotel.

David B.

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This outdoor activity in downtown Austin was fantastic. I loved walking around and discovering historic sites like #410 Congress Avenue.

Sarah W.

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What a fun date idea in the Live Music Capital. The Austin scavenger hunt took us to hidden gems like Congress Avenue Bridge and City Hall.

Michael S.

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I had a blast on the Austin scavenger hunt with my family. Exploring the Willie Nelson Statue and the Driskill Hotel was a highlight for us.

Emily J.

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Loved using the ScavengerHunt.com app for this adventure! It made exploring Seaholm easy and fun while uncovering local treasures.

Daniel R.

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If you're looking for things to do in downtown, this is it! The challenges kept us engaged while exploring all those historic sites.

Sarah T.

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The walking tour aspect of this Austin scavenger hunt was fantastic. It gave us time to appreciate the local art scene along the way.

David A.

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This was an awesome Downtown Seaholm scavenger hunt experience! Each stop had its own charm, making it memorable and enjoyable.

Jessica W.

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A great way for tourists to see iconic points of interest around Austin. I loved learning about Buford Tower during this scavenger hunt.

Chris M.

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Such a fun thing to do in the live music capital! The Austin scavenger hunt took us through unique spots we never knew existed.

Laura G.

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Exploring Downtown Seaholm was amazing. The history behind each spot like #410 Congress Avenue added so much to our adventure.

Michael B.

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This Austin scavenger hunt was perfect for enjoying the outdoors. We loved walking around and discovering hidden gems like Fire House #1.

Samantha L.

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What a fun date idea in the heart of the ATX. Walking by the Ann Richards Bridge made for a romantic backdrop while solving clues.

Jake J.

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I had a blast exploring the Austin scavenger hunt with my family. The Buford Tower and Angelina Eberly Statue were highlights for us.

Emily S.

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Loved using the ScavengerHunt.com app during our adventure. It guided us perfectly through Downtown, making it easy to explore!

Daniel W.

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If you're looking for things to do in Austin, this scavenger hunt is it! Great way to enjoy the city's rich history outdoors.

Amanda L.

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This walking tour of Downtown was fantastic! We enjoyed seeing landmarks like Willie Nelson Statue while solving fun challenges.

Chris H.

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We had an awesome time on this Downtown scavenger hunt. It made exploring feel like an exciting adventure through history!

Laura M.

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A great way for tourists to explore Austin! The scavenger hunt took us to iconic places that made our trip unforgettable.

Ryan G.

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This Austin scavenger hunt was such a fun way to see the city! I loved discovering new spots like the Angelina Eberly Statue.

Jessica D.

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Exploring the historic sites around Downtown was amazing. Each stop like Congress Avenue and Buford Tower added depth to our adventure.

David B.

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This outdoor activity was perfect for enjoying the sunshine in Downtown Austin. The scavenger hunt led us to hidden gems we never knew existed.

Sarah W.

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What a fun date idea in the heart of Austin! We loved solving puzzles while walking past Buford Tower and Fire House One together.

Michael S.

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I had a blast exploring the Austin scavenger hunt with my family. The Willie Nelson Statue and Angelina Eberly Statue were highlights for us.

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History and Mystery of Austin 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: Ann Richards Congress Avenue Bridge, Buford Tower, Austin City Hall, Willie Nelson Statue, 410 Congress Avenue, Angelina Eberly Statue, The Driskill Hotel, Austin Fire . Need more details? You can find additional scavenger hunt information here.
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It's easy! Start by buying scavenger hunt tickets from our store. Tickets can be used for the Austin 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!
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 Gift or Tickets
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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