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Hillsborough Scavenger Hunt: Thorough Hillsborough Search

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Embark on a thrilling scavenger hunt adventure through Historic Downtown Hillsborough, North Carolina's Colonial Town! Solve riddles and complete missions as you explore landmarks like the Orange County Courthouse and River Park Arch. This flexible, interactive walking tour is perfect for teams eager to discover hidden gems in the city center.

This scavenger hunt will help you explore Hillsborough. This top rated Hillsborough Scavenger Hunt scavenger hunt is 1.28 miles and has 6 stops.

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Activity Info: Thorough Hillsborough Search

Hillsborough, the Orange County Seat, offers a charming blend of history and nature with it's Eno River Trails and historic downtown. On this scavenger hunt, uncover local art at Weaver Street Market Locales, solve puzzles at River Park Arch, and admire architecture at Ayr Mount Mansion. Perfect for locals and visitors alike, enjoy teamwork and exploration in a vibrant city setting.

You can do our interactive scavenger hunt at any time.

Featured Locations On This Scavenger Hunt

Orange County Historical Museum

The museum exterior invites curiosity during your scavenger hunt adventure—uncover secrets hidden within it's walls through engaging city tours.

Orange County Courthouse

At the courthouse, justice meets fun! This landmark is perfect for puzzle-solving on your scavenger hunt, offering glimpses into Orange County's storied past.

Dickerson Chapel

Dickerson Chapel stands as an Orange County Oasis on your scavenger hunt route. Solve riddles here where locals once gathered for news beneath it's historic bell tower.

Orange County Public Library (Main Library)

Outside the Main Library, engage with knowledge seekers on your scavenger hunt adventure. Capture clever photos at this community hub in Hillsborough's heart.

River Park Arch

Let Eno River Gem welcome you with fresh air during your scavenger hunt journey; snap playful photos where city tours meet nature beautifully blended together.

Take The A Train Mural

This lively mural stop adds rhythm to your scavenger hunt adventure—pose creatively here amidst vibrant art that delights puzzle-solvers in Southern Storybook town.

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  • Solve challenges, discover landmarks, and create unforgettable memories.
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Enjoy a single scavenger hunt experience in any of our locations with a group of up to 2 players. Perfect for couples playing together.
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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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  • Unlimited scavenger hunts, bar crawls, audio tours, and ghost tours with ANY theme.
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How the Hillsborough Scavenger Hunt works

Grab your phone, download the Let's Roam app, and embark on an exciting journey across Hillsborough Downtown. Solve engaging riddles, capture fun photos, and earn points as you explore iconic spots. Compete on our leaderboard while discovering Hillsborough's hidden treasures in a mobile-first experience that is both intuitive and rewarding.

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Activity Type: Anytime Scavenger Hunt

Starting Area: 106 E Margaret Ln, Hillsborough, NC 27278, USA

Travel Method: Walking

Walking Distance: 1.28 Mi (2.05 KM)

Time:1.5 - 2 Hours

Skill Level:Friend & Family Fun

Extra Admissions: None


Custom Events For Thorough Hillsborough Search

The Hillsborough Scavenger Hunt is your go-to adventure for birthdays, bachelorette parties, or weekend outings. Customize challenges to suit your team dynamics while bonding over unique missions in North Carolina's Colonial Town. Whether it is a date or team-building event, this hunt promises memorable moments filled with laughter.

Earn The Hillsborough Scavenger Hunt High Score

Crave competition? The Hillsborough Scavenger Hunt let's you tackle photo challenges at Dickerson Chapel or trivia at St. Matthews Episcopal Church. Work together to solve clues as you aim to top the leaderboard for ultimate bragging rights! Experience fun-filled exploration while competing against other teams in this lively city setting.

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Max Power

Team: Max Power

Score: 2467
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For the Lolz

Team: For the Lolz

Score: 2364
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1st not Last

Team: 1st not Last

Score: 2114

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Reviews for Hillsborough Scavenger Hunt: Thorough Hillsborough Search

5 star reviews

The scavenger hunt in Hillsborough's city center was a unique way to see local art, especially at Take The A Train Mural and nearby spots!

Sofia Reed

5 star reviews

Discovering Hillsborough through this scavenger hunt was an adventure. A fun thing to do that shows off hidden gems like River Park Arch.

Eli Turner

5 star reviews

This was a fantastic family outing! The kids enjoyed the challenges at Orange County Historical Museum and the walking tour was just right.

Jenna Collins

5 star reviews

A perfect date night in Downtown with the scavenger hunt. We loved solving riddles around Orange County Courthouse and Dickerson Chapel.

Lucas Anderson

5 star reviews

Exploring Hillsborough on the Scavenger Hunt was a blast! The Take The A Train Mural and River Park Arch were my favorite spots.

Tracy Mason

5 star reviews

If you're looking for things to do in Bull Town, this is it! Walking tour with puzzles from ScavengerHunt.com made our day truly exciting.

Mason Davis

5 star reviews

The downtown scavenger hunt was a hit for us tourists! Exploring spots like Take The A Train Mural was so much fun, a great outdoor activity.

Sophia Brown

5 star reviews

A delightful date idea around River Park Arch and more. The challenges were so engaging, we explored Dickerson Chapel too - such hidden gems!

Emma Williams

5 star reviews

Perfect family fun in Hillsborough. We loved solving riddles at the Orange County Courthouse and discovering new things about this awesome town.

Liam Johnson

5 star reviews

I had a blast exploring the Bull City on the Hillsborough Scavenger Hunt. The River Park Arch was my favorite spot! Great way to see downtown.

Oliver Smith

5 star reviews

As tourists, we found this ScavengerHunt.com experience a fun way to see iconic spots like the Historical Museum. Highly recommend for newcomers.

Lucas Adams

5 star reviews

Discovering hidden gems in Hillsborough's city center, like the Dickerson Chapel, made this scavenger hunt one of my favorite things to do.

Ethan Brown

5 star reviews

Exploring the Downtown neighborhood through this hunt was an outdoor delight. The Take The A Train Mural was a highlight on our walking tour.

Rachel Parker

5 star reviews

A wonderful date idea in Hillsborhood! We solved puzzles and explored River Park Arch. A memorable adventure filled with love and laughter.

James Wright

5 star reviews

The Hillsborough Scavenger Hunt was a blast for our family! Exploring places like the Orange County Courthouse made it a perfect day in Downtown.

Alice Green

5 star reviews

The scavenger hunt in Hillsborough is a must-do for visitors! Seeing iconic spots like Dickerson Chapel through this interactive adventure was amazing.

Olivia Brown

5 star reviews

Our walking tour through downtown Hillsborough felt like an exciting puzzle game. Each clue led to new discoveries, from murals to historic sites!

Ethan Nguyen

5 star reviews

The Hillsborough hunt was the perfect date idea. Solving riddles around downtown and discovering the courthouse made for a memorable adventure.

Mia Johnson

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Exploring Hillsborough with my family was a blast! The scavenger hunt took us to fun places like Take The A Train Mural and Orange County Library.

Lucas Thompson

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I had a fantastic time on the Hillsborough Scavenger Hunt! Exploring Downtown's historic spots, like the River Park Arch and courthouse, was thrilling.

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