Cartago Scavenger Hunt: Basilicas, Bridges & Hidden Corners of Cartago
Get ready for a Cartago scavenger hunt adventure through the heart of Vieja Metrópoli! Explore downtown and city center icons like San Luis Gonzaga High School and Plaza Mayor. Solve riddles, complete missions, and enjoy challenges with your team on this interactive walking tour. The hunt is flexible, competitive, and perfect for sightseeing.
This scavenger hunt will help you explore Cartago. This top rated Cartago Scavenger Hunt scavenger hunt is 1.26 miles and has 8 stops.
4.4 (18 reviews)
Activity Info: Basilicas, Bridges & Hidden Corners of Cartago
Cartago, known as Ciudad de las Brumas and Capital Colonial de Costa Rica, is rich in history and charm. It's downtown area buzzes with culture, local markets, and centuries-old landmarks that make every step memorable. On the Cartago Scavenger Hunt you will solve riddles at the Central Market, snap photos near the Ruins of St James Parish, tackle missions by Casa de la Ciudad, and unlock fun facts at Plaza Mayor. Expect hidden gems around every corner. Locals rediscover their city while visitors dive into it's vibrant past—no guides needed! Whether you are in it for teamwork or friendly competition, this walking tour brings everyone together for unforgettable city center adventures.
You can do our interactive scavenger hunt at any time.
Featured Locations On This Scavenger Hunt
Municipal Museum
A fortress-turned-museum, this building links the city’s military past with contemporary art and stories. It's bold architecture once guarded Cartago, now it welcomes all who want to know it's tales.
San Luis Gonzaga High School
Cartago’s pride in education is on display at this stately building, an emblem of Costa Rican progress and spirit. Generations have passed through it's halls on their way to shaping the city and country.
Casa de la Ciudad
Stroll past this elegant survivor to glimpse Cartago’s flair for reinvention. It's walls have housed pharmacy, city hall, and art— always a hub for creativity in the city.
Central Market
Immerse yourself in Cartago’s most lively hub—the aromas of coffee and cheese will guide your way through rows of friendly vendors, local crafts, and vibrant traditions.
Jesús Jiménez Zamora Monument
Near The Old Metropolis, this uplifting monument salutes a local hero who shaped Costa Rica’s schools and future. Bronze and marble blend to capture the city’s everlasting gratitude.
Plaza Mayor
Let’s meander through Cartago’s original crossroads. Generations have gathered here to celebrate, debate, and dream, with each step echoing over 450 years of history in the plaza’s shade.
Ruins of St James Parish
Step into The Old Metropolis, where stone arches hold secrets from centuries of perseverance. Carved in the city’s core, this site is a living tribute to Cartago’s resilience—a tranquil garden framed by mysterious ruins just waiting to be explored.
Basilica of the Angels
This grand sanctuary invites you to discover Cartago’s spiritual heart and the legendary sanctuary for thousands of pilgrims. The soaring domes and murals are only the beginning of the magic that fills this place every August.
How the Cartago Scavenger Hunt works
Grab your phone and rally your team—it is time to explore Cartago Downtown! The Let's Roam app guides you through riddles and photo challenges as you walk from plaza to plaza earning points. Compete against others on the leaderboard as you discover hidden spots in Vieja Metrópoli. It is simple: play when you want, have fun your way!
Cartago Scavenger Hunt Team Building Scavenger Hunts
Engage with your team by going spot to spot on an epic team building scavenger hunt!
Cartago Scavenger Hunt Date Night Scavenger Hunt
Explore the most romantic spots of Cartago on a Date Night Scavenger Hunt!
Cartago Scavenger Hunt Bachelorette Scavenger Hunt
Challenges created to bring the bride's squad closer and make the celebration even more unforgettable
Cartago Scavenger Hunt Birthday Scavenger Hunt
Celebrate with a birthday party scavenger hunt!
Earn The Cartago Scavenger Hunt High Score
Craving some friendly rivalry? On the Cartago Scavenger Hunt each player gets interactive challenges—snap team selfies at Plaza Mayor or decode trivia at San Luis Gonzaga High School. Work together to top the leaderboard as you conquer missions across iconic spots like Casa de la Ciudad and Central Market—all for ultimate bragging rights!
Team: Max Power
Team: For the Lolz
_Fort Worth_Texas_4ab5174c_large.jpeg)
Team: 1st not Last
Do you have what it takes to be a Cartago Scavenger Hunt champion?
Reviews for Cartago Scavenger Hunt: Basilicas, Bridges & Hidden Corners of Cartago
This was so much fun!!! My husband and I had a great time exploring. A great way to spend a day. Highly recommended!!
Carol Hild
Had so much fun today with my team spice girls for Laura Bachelorette party
Pam Fox
Easy and fun adventure. Good way to tour the city
Scot Branham
Super fun! Great team building for a great company function
Maggie Silliman
Lots of fun, and a great activity with a group! We took the light rail down for some extra adventure. We learned a few fun facts.
Terri Hensen
So much fun and not pricey at all. Did it with a group including kids. They had fun too. We will for sure do more hunts in the future.
Tania Paddock
It was good family fun. Great that you can pause to have lunch etc. was fairly easy but didn’t initially realise clues had time limits - hence missed out! Would definitely do another elsewhere.
Joanne Clements
Had lots of fun. Would definitely recommend this as a fun day.
Megan Prenc
Great time with family and friends would definitely do another tour!
Mike Vigil
Had an enjoyable time and visited a place I've not been before.
Stephanie Yencer
Awesome fun! You should try this. Great competition.
Ben Rathbone
Super fun experience reconnecting with my city and work team!
Sabrina Foster
Awesome way to learn more about our beautiful city! Great date night!
Laura Taylor
SO Fun!! It’s a great team bonding experience & fun to learn about the town you’re in. And an added bonus of exercise!
Monica Thomas
That’s a fun way to see the city and it’s history!
Howard Usher
Awesome game -it rocked!!
James Macie
Loved it! Great experience and challenging as well. Highly recommend!
Aaron Doman
FAQs.
How do we start the Cartago Scavenger Hunt?
Is this activity good for kids?
What makes Cartago Scavenger Hunt unique?
Are there discounts available?
Is prior knowledge needed for the Cartago Scavenger Hunt?
How long does Cartago Scavenger Hunt take?
What should we expect to see on Cartago Scavenger Hunt?
What is the full list of all the scavenger hunts and activities that I can do in Cartago
Other great activities
© 2016-2025 Let's Roam, LLC. Let’s Roam® is a registered trademark. All Rights Reserved.
