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Cairo Scavenger Hunt: Cairo‘s Caper: Quirky Quest Adventure

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Embark on a Cairo scavenger hunt adventure through the Historic River Town! Discover Southern Illinois' hidden gems like the Mayor Wilsons Clock and Riverlore. Solve riddles, complete missions, and enjoy an interactive walking tour in Little Egypt. Perfect for teamwork and sightseeing in downtown.

This scavenger hunt will help you explore Cairo. This top rated Cairo Scavenger Hunt scavenger hunt is 1.66 miles and has 8 stops.

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Activity Info: Cairo‘s Caper: Quirky Quest Adventure

Cairo, known as Confluence City, sits at the Ohio-Mississippi Junction with rich Civil War history and stunning Floodwall Murals. On this hunt, explore landmarks like the Seaman Duncan Cannon and Magnolia Manor while solving exciting challenges. Perfect for locals seeking new adventures or visitors wanting to uncover Cairo's secrets.

You can do our interactive scavenger hunt at any time.

Featured Locations On This Scavenger Hunt

BL 60 Pounder 5-inch Gun

Discover the BL 60 Pounder 5-inch Gun on your Cairo Scavenger Hunt. This historic artifact is a testament to the Mississippi-Ohio Meeting Point's strategic past. Spot the intricate rivets and imagine the stories they hold.

Mayor Wilsons Clock

At Mayor Wilson's Clock, solve riddles and snap selfies. This city center gem blends history with teamwork, making it a must-see on your scavenger hunt adventure. Each tick tells a story of Cairo's vibrant past.

Riverlore

Riverlore's ornate facade invites you to uncover clues about it's historic architecture. This hidden gem is central to Cairo's cultural crossroads, offering insights into local art and history during your scavenger hunt.

1934: Peter T. Langan House, detail of south porch

Decode trivia at Langan House’s south porch, where gingerbread trim and arched windows showcase Little Egypt charm. Perfect for history lovers, this spot adds architectural intrigue to your scavenger hunt journey.

Eagle and Globe

The Eagle and Globe is ideal for group photos on your Cairo Scavenger Hunt. It marks Cairo’s role as Gateway to the South, with foggy mornings creating an illusion of flight over the Mississippi-Ohio Meeting Point.

Abandoned Town of Cairo, Illinois

Explore Cairo’s ghostly downtown blocks on this outdoor scavenger hunt adventure. Uncover hidden gems of Confluence City history as each brick reveals secrets waiting for discovery through fun challenges.

Seaman

Seaman’s monument offers a fun trivia mission celebrating adventure and teamwork in Cairo’s Delta Discovery Zone past. Every explorer left their mark here, making it an engaging stop on your scavenger hunt.

Duncan Cannon

Beside William B. Duncan's mighty cannon, test your local trivia knowledge on this Southern Illinois Gem’s battle history during your walking tour—a puzzle-packed point of interest in Cairo.

How the Cairo Scavenger Hunt works

Grab your phone and dive into the Cairo Scavenger Hunt! Use our app to solve riddles, complete photo challenges, and explore downtown. Earn points as you discover hidden gems in this mobile-first adventure. Compete on the city-wide leaderboard while enjoying a fun-filled day of exploration.

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Activity Type: Anytime Scavenger Hunt

Starting Area: 1400 Washington Ave, Cairo, IL 62914, USA

Travel Method: Walking

Walking Distance: 1.66 Mi (2.67 KM)

Time:1.5 - 2 Hours

Skill Level:Friend & Family Fun

Extra Admissions: None


Custom Events For Cairo‘s Caper: Quirky Quest Adventure

The Cairo scavaHunt is perfect for birthdays, bachelorette parties, or weekend getaways. Explore downtown with customizable challenges that make every outing unique. Whether it is a date night or team bonding event, you will enjoy fun missions that bring everyone together in this historic river town.

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Engage with your team by going spot to spot on an epic team building scavenger hunt!

Earn The Cairo Scavenger Hunt High Score

Love competition? Join the Cairo Scavenger Hunt where each team member tackles interactive challenges at spots like Eagle and Globe or BL 60 Pounder 5-inch Gun. Solve riddles, answer trivia, and snap photos to climb our leaderboard for ultimate bragging rights!

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Max Power

Team: Max Power

Score: 2456
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For the Lolz

Team: For the Lolz

Score: 2353
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1st not Last

Team: 1st not Last

Score: 2103

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Reviews for Cairo Scavenger Hunt: Cairo‘s Caper: Quirky Quest Adventure

5 star reviews

Family-friendly fun at it's best! We learned so much history of Downtown Cairo and enjoyed seeing landmarks like BL 60 Pounder Gun together.

Ava Clark

5 star reviews

The ultimate thing to do in Cairo is this Scavenger Hunt. Solving riddles near Eagle and Globe while enjoying a walking tour was simply fantastic!

Olivia Miller

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Had an amazing date exploring Downtown Cairo with the scavenger hunt. The challenges were fun, especially around Seaman and the Abandoned Town.

Noah Smith

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A perfect outdoor activity in Cairo! The scavenger hunt led us through intriguing spots like Duncan Cannon and Langan House. So enjoyable even for locals.

Emma Jackson

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Exploring Cairo on the scavenger hunt was a blast. We loved finding hidden gems like the Riverlore and Mayor Wilsons Clock. Can't wait for another adventure!

Liam Parker

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What an outdoor adventure in Little Egypt! From Eagle and Globe to Riverlore, every challenge revealed unique aspects of Cairo we never knew.

Liam Kelly

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This scavenger hunt was a great walking tour of Cairo's downtown area. We enjoyed learning about points of interest like the Abandoned Town site.

Ava Hughes

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Perfect family day out in Downtown Cairo! The kids loved the challenges, especially near Seaman. A fantastic way to learn local history together.

Mike Dawson

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We had a lovely date day in Cairo with the scavenger hunt. Discovering Riverlore and solving puzzles at Duncan Cannon made it memorable.

Laura Thompson

5 star reviews

Exploring Cairo with the Scavenger Hunt was a blast. The riddles led us to hidden gems like Eagle and Globe and the Mayor's Clock. Highly recommend.

Sam Bennett

5 star reviews

Looking for things to do in Cairo? This scavenger hunt offers an immersive walking tour that reveals hidden gems like the BL 60 Pounder Gun. A must-do!

Oliver Hughes

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Cairo's downtown is full of surprises. From Seaman to the Eagle and Globe, this scavenger hunt shows you every corner worth exploring!

Sarah Johnson

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This outdoor adventure is a gem in Little Egypt! The 1934 Peter T. Langan House porch detail is just one amazing sight you'll see on this hunt.

Michael Carter

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Our date in Cairo's downtown was unforgettable thanks to the scavenger hunt. Discovering Riverlore and solving riddles made it all exciting!

Emily Stevenson

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Exploring Cairo through ScavengerHunt.com was a blast! We loved the Duncan Cannon and Mayor Wilsons Clock. Perfect for a family day in the heart of town.

Jack Baker

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For tourists, this walking tour is perfect! From Mayor Wilsons Clock to the mysterious Abandoned Town of Cairo, it's full of intriguing history.

Ella Mitchell

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Exploring Downtown Cairo with ScavengerHunt.com was amazing. We uncovered hidden gems like Riverlore, making it a great outdoor activity!

Liam Harris

5 star reviews

If you're looking for things to do in the 'Hub of the Universe', this Scavenger Hunt is a blast! Discovering historic sites like Duncan Cannon was thrilling.

Emma Clark

5 star reviews

The Cairo adventure was an epic date idea. Solving riddles at iconic spots like the Eagle and Globe made for a memorable outing in Little Egypt.

Sophie Bennett

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I loved the Cairo scavaHunt downtown. Exploring places like Riverlore and Mayor Wilsons Clock was a perfect family activity. The app made it super fun.

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