Waterloo Illinois Scavenger Hunt: Waterloo Wonders & Whimsical Hunts
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Embark on a scavenger hunt adventure through Waterloo's Historic Downtown! Uncover the Monroe County Hub's hidden gems with riddles and challenges. Explore iconic spots like Ford Monument and The Wissmath Property. Join the fun, compete in missions, and enjoy a flexible sightseeing experience.
This scavenger hunt will help you explore Waterloo. This top rated Waterloo Illinois Scavenger Hunt scavenger hunt is 1.28 miles and has 7 stops.
About this hunt
Local Favorite
Duration 1.5-2 Hours
Distance 2.06 KM (1.28 Mi)
Go anytime
Local Favorite
Over 1000 people completed this hunt
About this hunt
Duration 1.5-2 Hours
Distance 2.06 KM (1.28 Mi)
Go anytime
Embark on a scavenger hunt adventure through Waterloo's Historic Downtown! Uncover the Monroe County Hub's hidden gems with riddles and challenges. Explore iconic spots like Ford Monument and The Wissmath Property. Join the fun, compete in missions, and enjoy a flexible sightseeing experience.
This scavenger hunt will help you explore Waterloo. This top rated Waterloo Illinois Scavenger Hunt scavenger hunt is 1.28 miles and has 7 stops.
Stops on this hunt
Ford Monument
At the Mississippi River Gateway, your team will decode trivia and explore Waterloo's historic paths. This scavenger hunt spot offers a fun way to engage with local history and hidden gems.
The Wissmath Property
Check out the brickwork near the tavern door—rumor has it a hidden date is etched there. Your scavenger hunt adventure will uncover stories, fun facts, and hidden gems in lively downtown.
The State Bank of Waterloo
Discover the arched windows of this downtown landmark, where Waterloo's first phone calls were made. Engage with local trivia and collect points of interest on your scavenger hunt adventure.
The Küenster Building
Explore the Heartland Travel sign and unravel fun facts at this Historic Monroe Hub. Team up for riddles and enjoy a unique outdoor activity that highlights Waterloo's rich history.
The Ziebold Fountain / The Courthouse Cannon
Near this cannon, older residents recall Fourth of July picnics. Use your walking tour to solve clues, snap pics, and enjoy a true Midwest Adventure Base in Waterloo.
The Advocate Building
Find the faded newspaper sign at this Heartland Heritage Spot. Experience teamwork and trivia as you turn history into an engaging scavenger hunt filled with lots of fun.
Waterloo Fire Department Memorial Bell Plaza
Some say echoes of the bell can be heard on quiet mornings. Gather your team for puzzles at this Gateway to St. Louis landmark—a salute to community spirit during your outdoor activity.
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Activity Type: Anytime Scavenger Hunt
Starting Area: 223 N Main St, Waterloo, IL 62298, USA
Travel Method: Walking
Walking Distance: 1.28 Mi (2.06 KM)
Time:1.5 - 2 Hours
Skill Level:Friend & Family Fun
Extra Admissions: None
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- Perfect for couples, families, or friends to explore and have fun together.
- Solve challenges, discover landmarks, and create unforgettable memories.
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Promo Applied
- Valid for one scavenger hunt in any of our 3,000+ locations.
- Perfect for couples, families, or friends to explore and have fun together.
- Solve challenges, discover landmarks, and create unforgettable memories.
- Includes printable gift card options.
Promo Applied
- Valid for one year for up to 2 players in each activity. Year starts after the first redemption. Primary ticketholder must always be present (but can bring different people); this ticket cannot be split.
- Unlimited scavenger hunts, bar crawls, audio tours, and ghost tours with ANY theme.
- Use in any of our 3,000+ cities, including options in the U.S., Europe, Australia, and Asia. Many cities have multiple activities.
- Includes printable gift card options.
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How the Waterloo Illinois Scavenger Hunt works
Simply grab your phone and some free time to start your Waterloo Illinois Scavenger Hunt. Use our app to solve riddles, complete photo challenges, and explore downtown. Earn points as you compete on the leaderboard while discovering hidden gems around every corner.
Earn The Waterloo Illinois Scavenger Hunt High Score
Love a little competition? On the Waterloo Illinois Scavenger Hunt, each player will tackle interactive challenges at spots like The Advocate Building and Fire Department Memorial Bell Plaza. Solve riddles and trivia to climb the leaderboard for ultimate bragging rights!
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Reviews for Waterloo Illinois Scavenger Hunt: Waterloo Wonders & Whimsical Hunts
The ScavengerHunt.com app turned our visit into an unforgettable journey. Discovering art around Ziebold Fountain made our day even brighter.
Sophie Brown
Downtown Waterloo is a treasure chest of history! From The Advocate Building to Küenster, every spot offered unique stories during our hunt.
Daniel Smith
My date and I had an amazing time with this Downtown adventure. The Wissmath Property was charming and sparked great conversation.
Ava Johnson
For our family, the Waterloo Scavenger Hunt was perfect. We loved solving riddles at the Ford Monument and discovering Downtown's hidden gems.
Emily Roberts
Exploring the Courthouse Cannon and State Bank was a blast! The Scavenger Hunt made Downtown come alive with history and fun challenges.
Lucas Miller
Tourists would love this treasure hunt as it reveals points of interest while solving challenges. The Courthouse Cannon is just one highlight in Water Town!
Amelia Wilson
A fantastic way to explore this historic city center! Discovering places like Wissmath Property made it a memorable walking tour full of surprises.
Michael Johnson
The Waterloo scavenger hunt was an awesome family adventure. My kids loved the missions at places like the State Bank and Fire Department Memorial Bell Plaza.
Sophia Davis
This was such a fun date idea. We loved solving puzzles at Downtown spots like the Ziebold Fountain and Advocate Building, discovering history together.
Ryan Smith
I had a blast exploring the hidden gems of Waterloo with the ScavengerHunt.com app. The Küenster Building and Ford Monument were definite highlights.
Elena Brown
As a tourist, I found the Scavenger Hunt an exciting way to see points of interest in Waterloo like the Advocate Building. A must-try in Lil' Cairo!
Olivia Mitchell
I had tons of fun exploring downtown during this walking tour adventure. The history plaques at Wissmath Property were a highlight for sure.
Liam Foster
The scavenger hunt through downtown Waterloo was amazing for our family. The kids loved the puzzles at Ford Monument and discovering hidden gems.
Sophie Henderson
A perfect date idea in Waterloo. We solved riddles at The State Bank and admired architecture near Küenster Building. So fun and engaging!
Jake Thompson
Exploring Downtown Waterloo on this scavenger hunt was a blast! Loved the Ziebold Fountain and learning quirky facts at the Fire Department Bell Plaza.
Emily Roberts
Exploring Downtown with ScavengerHunt.com was great! The interactive app made visiting landmarks like Courthouse Cannon so engaging and exciting.
Olivia Parker
What an amazing date idea in Downtown! Wandering through historic sites like Fire Department Memorial Bell Plaza was both fun and educational.
Jackson Sawyer
The hunt was such a fun way to explore Waterloo's heart! We discovered hidden gems at The Advocate Building and Ziebold Fountain, perfect for tourists.
Ava Maddox
Our family loved the Scavenger Hunt in Water City. Exploring spots like the Küenster Building and Ford Monument made it a perfect outdoor activity.
Ella Hendrix
I had a blast on the Waterloo Scavenger Hunt exploring Downtown. Solving riddles at places like the Wissmath Property and State Bank was an adventure.
Liam Grayson
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