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Nanaimo Scavenger Hunt: Nanaimo's Beauty, Art, and History

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Embark on a thrilling scavenger hunt adventure in Nanaimo, the Harbour City! Explore Downtown and it's iconic landmarks like the Bastion and Maffeo Sutton Park. Solve riddles, complete photo challenges, and uncover hidden gems in this interactive walking tour. It's flexible, competitive, and perfect for sightseeing!

This scavenger hunt will help you explore Nanaimo. This top rated Nanaimo Scavenger Hunt scavenger hunt is 1.51 miles and has 7 stops.

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Duration 1.5-2 Hours
Distance 2.44 KM (1.51 Mi)
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Nanaimo Scavenger Hunt: Nanaimo's Beauty, Art, and History
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Clock duration icon Duration 1.5-2 Hours
Map distance icon Distance 2.44 KM (1.51 Mi)
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Embark on a thrilling scavenger hunt adventure in Nanaimo, the Harbour City! Explore Downtown and it's iconic landmarks like the Bastion and Maffeo Sutton Park. Solve riddles, complete photo challenges, and uncover hidden gems in this interactive walking tour. It's flexible, competitive, and perfect for sightseeing!

This scavenger hunt will help you explore Nanaimo. This top rated Nanaimo Scavenger Hunt scavenger hunt is 1.51 miles and has 7 stops.

Stops on this hunt

Nanaimo Museum

The façade of Nanaimo Museum invites exploration of Harbour City's tales. Capture creative photos and exchange fun facts about local traditions during your scavenger hunt stop here.

Frank James Ney

Meet the bronze Frank Ney, Nanaimo's pirate mayor and mascot of the Bathtub Racing Capital. This statue is a fun photo spot on your scavenger hunt adventure, capturing the city's playful spirit.

Vancouver Island Military Museum

Outside the Military Museum, discover vintage vehicles and military accents that honor Island service. This site is perfect for themed missions and snapshots with your squad during the hunt.

Nanaimo City Hall

Nanaimo City Hall stands as an architectural gem on your walking tour. Engage in trivia about it's heritage status while appreciating it's striking exterior—a must-see landmark on your hunt.

HMCS Saskatchewan Mural

Discover the HMCS Saskatchewan mural, a vibrant tribute to military history. This colorful stop is a highlight on your scavenger hunt, offering teams a chance to dive into Nanaimo's West Coast heritage.

Maffeo Sutton Park

Explore Maffeo Sutton Park, where outdoor activities and team challenges await. The Lions Pavilion is a local favorite, making it an ideal spot for your scavenger hunt missions.

CNHS

Pause at the CNHS marker to crack riddles about Nanaimo's coal-fueled past. This quiet spot offers a glimpse into history and is perfect for team photos on your scavenger hunt.

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Activity Type: Anytime Scavenger Hunt

Starting Area: 51 Mark Bate Ln, Nanaimo, BC V9R 5J6, Canada

Travel Method: Walking

Walking Distance: 2.44 KM (1.51 Mi)

Time:1.5 - 2 Hours

Skill Level:Friend & Family Fun

Extra Admissions: None


How the Nanaimo Scavenger Hunt works

Grab your phone and dive into the Nanaimo Scavenger Hunt! Use our app to solve riddles and complete photo challenges across Downtown. Earn points as you explore iconic spots like the HMCS Saskatchewan Mural. Compete on our city-wide leaderboard while discovering Nanaimo's hidden gems—all at your own pace.

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Earn The Nanaimo Scavenger Hunt High Score

Love some friendly competition? The Nanaimo Scavenger Hunt invites you to tackle interactive challenges at spots like Vancouver Island Military Museum. Work together to solve trivia and complete photo missions for a chance to top our leaderboard—bragging rights await those who conquer this exciting adventure!

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Max Power

Team: Max Power

Score: 2462
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For the Lolz

Team: For the Lolz

Score: 2359
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1st not Last

Team: 1st not Last

Score: 2109

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Reviews for Nanaimo Scavenger Hunt: Nanaimo's Beauty, Art, and History

5 star reviews

As a visitor looking for things to do in Harbour City this scavenger hunt hit all the best points of interest Loved learning about local history at CNHS and seeing Maffeo Sutton Park

Shelby Carmichael

5 star reviews

Exploring downtown Nanaimo was so much fun with Let us Roam The scavenger hunt made it feel like an adventure around every corner especially near Nanaimo Museum and the murals

Liam Easton

5 star reviews

This was an awesome outdoor activity through Big Hub We wandered from City Hall to the Military Museum and found hidden gems I never knew existed A perfect walking tour adventure.

Denise Carroway

5 star reviews

Took my date on the Downtown Discovery hunt in Harbour City and we loved finding plaques at CNHS and laughing over challenges near Frank Ney This is a top thing to do if you want something unique.

Marcus Finley

5 star reviews

I had a blast with my family exploring Naimtown during the Nanaimo Scavenger Hunt The riddles led us through Maffeo Sutton Park and past cool murals. Plenty of fun for all ages.

Evelyn Whittaker

5 star reviews

Visiting Snuneymuxw was a blast with Let's Roam Nanaimo Scavenger Hunt. Loved the mix of puzzles, murals like HMCS Saskatchewan, and learning at every point of interest downtown.

Caitlin Baxter

5 star reviews

Downtown Nanaimo is full of hidden gems. The scavenger hunt guided us past the iconic Frank James Ney statue and into places I had never noticed before. So much fun!

Riley Preston

5 star reviews

If you are looking for things to do outdoors in Hub City, this walking tour around Vancouver Island Military Museum and City Hall is perfect for discovering local history and art.

Marcus Alton

5 star reviews

Date night in The Harbour City just got better with the scavenger hunt by Let's Roam. Wandering around CNHS and seeing murals made for a memorable evening adventure downtown.

Lucas Warren

5 star reviews

I took my family on the Downtown Nanaimo Scavenger Hunt and it was fantastic. We loved solving riddles near the Nanaimo Museum and exploring Maffeo Sutton Park together.

Fiona Henderson

5 star reviews

As tourists, we loved discovering points of interest like Nanaimo Museum on this Downtown treasure hunt. Walking the city with friends made it one of our favorite activities here.

Rowan Jennings

5 star reviews

If you are looking for things to do in Hub City, this scavenger hunt is perfect. We discovered cool art near HMCS Saskatchewan Mural and explored local history together.

Maisie Preston

5 star reviews

Hunting for hidden gems like Frank Ney and CNHS in the city center was a highlight of our outdoor activity. I recommend this scavenger hunt to anyone visiting downtown Nanaimo.

Alec Finch

5 star reviews

The Let's Roam app made our date in downtown Snuneymuxw such an adventure. Solving riddles by Nanaimo City Hall and near the murals was unique and memorable.

Sienna Darby

5 star reviews

I had a blast exploring Harbor City with my family on the Nanaimo Scavenger Hunt. The clues around Maffeo Sutton Park and the museum made this walking tour so fun.

Callum Morrison

5 star reviews

Finding hidden gems on the Nanaimo Scavenger Hunt was the highlight of our visit to Terminal City. Solving riddles at CNHS and exploring city hall made it a top tourist activity here.

Ruby Stroud

5 star reviews

I loved using the Let's Roam app for this Downtown neighborhood treasure hunt. The route by Frank James Ney and Vancouver Island Military Museum made it an awesome walking tour experience.

Oscar Leighton

5 star reviews

The scavenger hunt in downtown Nanaimo was such a unique date idea. We had fun teamwork moments while discovering HMCS Saskatchewan and quirky art right in Old Town.

Clara Fielding

5 star reviews

If you need a great thing to do outdoors around downtown Harbour City, this scavenger hunt adventure is perfect. Loved solving clues at places like Maffeo Sutton Park with friends.

Ethan Bowen

5 star reviews

Exploring Hub City with my family during the Nanaimo Scavenger Hunt was a blast. The walking tour took us past cool murals and the Nanaimo Museum, so much fun for all ages.

Stella Hanley

5 star reviews

The ScavengerHunt.com app made exploring downtown so easy. Loved uncovering local art near CNHS and Maffeo Sutton Park. Great thing to do in Hub City!

Lucas Stewart

5 star reviews

This scavenger hunt is a great way to see points of interest in Nanaimo. We explored Vancouver Island Military Museum and had a blast solving clues.

Sophia Bennett

5 star reviews

What a fantastic walking tour of the Downtown area! The challenges were fun, especially around City Hall and the HMCS Saskatchewan mural. Highly recommend!

Ethan Reid

5 star reviews

Had an unforgettable date in the Harbor City with this scavenger hunt! Solving puzzles at Nanaimo Museum and enjoying Maffeo Sutton Park was amazing!

Chloe Anderson

5 star reviews

Exploring Nanaimo with ScavengerHunt.com was a blast! We loved the riddles and discovering hidden gems like Frank James Ney and CNHS. Perfect for families!

Liam Morris

5 star reviews

A great way to see the Harbour City as tourists. The app from ScavengerHunt.com made exploring places such as CNHS interactive and exciting.

Sophie Davis

5 star reviews

This scavenger hunt is a fantastic outdoor activity! Walking around places like Maffeo Sutton Park really showed me how vibrant downtown Nanaimo is.

Liam Garcia

5 star reviews

The Downtown Hunt was family-friendly and engaging. My kids loved discovering spots like the Vancouver Island Military Museum. A perfect day out.

Ava Miller

5 star reviews

This scavenger hunt in Nanaimo is an amazing date idea. We uncovered local history and admired the Frank James Ney statue along our fun journey.

Emma Johnson

5 star reviews

I had a blast exploring Nanaimo's downtown on the ScavengerHunt.com adventure. Solving riddles by the HMCS Saskatchewan Mural was such a thrill.

Lucas Thompson

5 star reviews

The hunt around Nanaimo Museum was captivating. A great thing to do while visiting this charming city known for it's rich history and culture!

David Lee

5 star reviews

A fun way to see all Downtown spots. The walking tour led us through Nanaimo City Hall and other landmarks we never knew existed before!

Sarah Wilson

5 star reviews

Exploring Downtown was fantastic! We loved the mix of history at the Vancouver Island Military Museum and art like the HMCS Saskatchewan Mural.

Mike Brown

5 star reviews

This was an awesome date idea in Nanaimo! Solving riddles near the Frank James Ney statue made our day memorable - highly recommended.

Emily Smith

5 star reviews

I had a blast exploring Nanaimo's hidden gems. The scavenger hunt around CNHS and Maffeo Sutton Park was the perfect adventure for our family.

Alex Johnson

5 star reviews

As tourists, this was a fantastic way to see points of interest! The interactive app made downtown Nanaimo's history come alive beautifully.

Jake Robinson

5 star reviews

Exploring Nanaimo City Hall and Maffeo Sutton Park on this scavenger adventure showed us hidden gems in the heart of Hub City.

Lucas Morrison

5 star reviews

The scavenger hunt was family-friendly and full of surprises. My kids loved discovering historic gems like the Nanaimo Museum.

Diana Clarkson

5 star reviews

For our date, we chose the downtown walking tour. Solving riddles together at Frank James Ney made for an engaging and romantic outing.

Ryan Edwards

5 star reviews

What a delightful way to explore Downtown Nanaimo! The puzzles at CNHS and the murals were fun challenges. A must for city explorers.

Heather Barnes

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