Downtown History Scavenger Hunt: New York City Hunt
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Ready for a legendary scavenger hunt adventure in the heart of Gotham? Explore New York City Downtown’s iconic sights on a self-guided walking tour powered by our interactive app. Solve riddles, tackle missions, and complete challenges with your team as you uncover local history and hidden gems. The hunt is flexible, competitive, and perfect for an
This scavenger hunt will help you explore New York City. This top rated Downtown History Scavenger Hunt scavenger hunt is 10.63 miles and has 8 stops.
About this hunt
Duration 1.5-2 Hours
Distance 17.11 KM (10.63 Mi)
Go anytime
Over 1000 people completed this hunt
About this hunt
Duration 1.5-2 Hours
Distance 17.11 KM (10.63 Mi)
Go anytime
Ready for a legendary scavenger hunt adventure in the heart of Gotham? Explore New York City Downtown’s iconic sights on a self-guided walking tour powered by our interactive app. Solve riddles, tackle missions, and complete challenges with your team as you uncover local history and hidden gems. The hunt is flexible, competitive, and perfect for an
This scavenger hunt will help you explore New York City. This top rated Downtown History Scavenger Hunt scavenger hunt is 10.63 miles and has 8 stops.
Stops on this hunt
Columbia University
Uncover points of interest in the Empire State as you solve puzzles and complete missions. This scavenger hunt adventure reveals outdoor art and historic buildings that even locals overlook. Snap a photo for extra points!
Tavern on the Green
Your New York City Downtown Scavenger Hunt is packed with outdoor activities, city tours, and teamwork missions. Some historic sites here were once haunts of Broadway Lights legends—can you guess which ones?
Dana Barrett’s Apartment
Take on riddles and photo challenges in downtown's lively streets. This scavenger hunt adventure brings you to locations rich in history and art—locals whisper about a mural that only appears at sunset.
Columbus Circle
Solve puzzles among historic buildings during your scavenger hunt adventure. Local legend says one statue here faces true north—a detail even many lifelong residents miss!
Rockefeller Center
Find yourself surrounded by landmarks where every clue reveals more of Gotham's story. The hunt includes fun facts about Central Park Oasis—even though it is uptown, it's influence reaches here!
New York Public Library
Step into the City That Never Sleeps for a scavenger hunt filled with challenges and teamwork. Every stop offers unique architecture and local trivia—did you know some landmarks have secret symbols?
Hook & Ladder 8
Discover the Metropolis of the World on your New York City Downtown Scavenger Hunt. Each clue leads to hidden gems, quirky trivia, and fun photo challenges. Locals say some street art changes weekly—spot it if you can!
Statue of Liberty
Challenge yourself with missions across outdoor spaces known for their unique art installations. Some say these spots inspired scenes from classic films set in the City That Never Sleeps.
More details
Activity Type: Anytime Scavenger Hunt
Starting Area: W 116th St & Broadway, New York, NY 10027
Travel Method: Walking
Walking Distance: 10.63 Mi (17.11 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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- Valid for one year for up to 6 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.
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- Includes printable gift card options.
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 Downtown History Scavenger Hunt works
Grab your phone and gather your crew—the New York City Downtown Scavenger Hunt is ready when you are! Use our Let's Roam app to solve riddles, complete photo challenges, and unlock trivia as you explore iconic sites. Earn points for each challenge completed as your team climbs the leaderboard. Discover hidden gems while competing or collaborating—all at your own pace!
Earn The Downtown History Scavenger Hunt High Score
Craving some friendly rivalry? On the New York City Downtown Scavenger Hunt, every player gets interactive photo missions at Rockefeller Center or trivia at Tavern on the Green. Work together to solve riddles across famous landmarks—if you top our leaderboard after completing epic challenges from Columbus Circle to Hook & Ladder 8, bragging rights are all yours!
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Reviews for Downtown History Scavenger Hunt: New York City Hunt
ScavengerHunt.com made it so easy to see hidden gems in NYC. Touring through SoBro felt like a treasure hunt discovering murals and history at every corner.
Meghan Tibbs
Downtown Manhattan blew me away during this walking tour adventure. I loved exploring plaques near Columbia University and New York Public Library with my team.
Brady Sheffield
Running around Downtown with friends was a perfect outdoor thing to do. We enjoyed spotting the Statue of Liberty from afar and checking out Tavern on the Green.
Libby Kerrigan
The hunt made for an incredible date. My partner and I worked together on puzzles around Rockefeller Center and even laughed at Dana Barretts Apartment mission. Highly recommend.
Desmond Clarkson
Our family loved the Downtown Scavenger Hunt in the Big Apple. The kids enjoyed finding Hook and Ladder 8 and learning quirky facts at Columbus Circle.
Nina Bennett
Loved using ScavengerHunt.com to explore NYCs core. Finding Dana Barretts Apartment and checking out murals by New York Public Library made this an unforgettable day.
Lila Cameron
The downtown adventure showed us hidden gems like Hook and Ladder Eight and cool points of interest at Columbia. A must do walking tour in Lower Manhattan.
Marcus Bennett
Had an amazing time with friends outdoors hunting for riddles around Rockefeller Center. This is one of the best things to do outside in NYC for sure.
Nia Ramsey
Took my partner on this scavenger hunt in Lower Manhattan and it was such a fun date idea. The Tavern on the Green clue was our favorite part of the adventure.
Gavin Snyder
Exploring the Big Apple on the Downtown Scavenger Hunt was a blast for my family. We loved solving clues near Columbus Circle and seeing the Statue of Liberty.
Marina Vaughn
If you are searching for an awesome walking tour, this scavenger hunt shows off points of interest like Columbia University and the New York Public Library in style.
Jasper Quinn
Loved discovering hidden gems like Dana Barretts Apartment while walking through Downtown. This hunt is one of my new favorite things to do for both locals and tourists.
Mila Richmond
This outdoor adventure with ScavengerHunt.com hit all the highlights in Lower Manhattan. Puzzle challenges at Rockefeller Center kept our group moving and laughing nonstop.
Hudson Bishop
Took my partner on this scavenger hunt around Downtown and we had an amazing date. Solving riddles at Tavern on the Green was such a fun twist in the Big Apple.
Greta Fisher
Exploring the downtown core with ScavengerHunt.com was a blast for my family. Columbus Circle and the famous Hook and Ladder made it perfect for all ages.
Emerson Cooper
As tourists exploring Manhattan, completing challenges at Columbus Circle and seeing art spots made this scavenger hunt our top outdoor activity in NYCs heart.
Stuart Longley
My favorite thing to do in Gotham was this ScavengerHunt.com walking tour of Downtown. We explored the New York Public Library and even passed by Lady Liberty herself.
Karina Douglas
Walking through Downtown NYC with friends was incredible. The hunt led us to Dana Barretts Apartment, Columbia University, and some real hidden gems around every corner.
Emery Baxter
Took my date on the New York City Downtown Scavenger Hunt and we laughed so much solving riddles near Rockefeller Center and Hook and Ladder 8. Such a cool idea in the Big Apple.
Tyrell Sampson
Our family loved the Downtown scavenger hunt adventure. Exploring places like Tavern on the Green and Columbus Circle made for a memorable NYC day together.
Marissa Vega
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