Oban Scavenger Hunt: Oban Adventure
Dive into Oban’s downtown for a scavenger hunt adventure like no other! Explore the Gateway to the Isles and the Seafood Capital of Scotland as you solve riddles, tackle missions, and complete interactive challenges. Experience a flexible walking tour packed with teamwork, competition, and sightseeing in the heart of Oban.
This scavenger hunt will help you explore Oban. This top rated Oban Scavenger Hunt scavenger hunt is 1.71 miles and has 8 stops.
4.4 (22 reviews)
Activity Info: Oban Adventure
Oban is Scotland’s famous West Highland Port, known as the Gateway to the Isles and The Whisky Coast. It's lively city center boasts stunning views of Oban Bay and unique local character. Start your adventure in downtown, where every corner tells a story! During the hunt, you will discover landmarks like McCaigs Monument, Dog Stone, Dunollie Lighthouse, and Battery Hill. Snap photos at Oban Distillery Town or race up Jacob's Ladder as you conquer fun challenges and learn quirky facts about this Little Bay gem. Whether you are a local or visiting via CalMac Ferry Port, this walking tour is perfect for rediscovering your hometown or seeing it for the first time. The Oban Scavenger Hunt offers unique teamwork opportunities and memorable experiences for everyone.
You can do our interactive scavenger hunt at any time.
Featured Locations On This Scavenger Hunt
Dog Stone
Before there were ferries and distilleries, legends roamed these shores. Marvel at a mysterious stone looming from the sea that inspired local legend and global poets alike.
Dunollie Lighthouse
Oban's coast is filled with tales of sailors steering through wild waters. This beacon, watching over the sea, has kept ships safe and sound for generations. Let’s meander toward a true guardian of the bay.
Oban War Memorial
This solemn monument stands as Oban's heartbeat of remembrance, quietly observing the tides of history from it's central shore. The sound of the sea and the sweep of the esplanade make it a powerful place to reflect.
McCaigs Monument
Take in the sweeping sights of Oban, then gaze up at a landmark that looks like it belongs in ancient Rome. This grand structure is both whimsical and monumental—a crown jewel atop the skyline, and full of curious stories.
McCaigs Tower and Battery Hill
Above the heart of Oban stands an iconic circular structure—like a secret crown tipped with stone arches. This lofty spot has greeted generations of locals and explorers alike, with legends and open skies all around.
Jacob's Ladder
There is something magical about a staircase that climbs straight into the clouds. Oban’s steepest shortcut rewards brave climbers with brilliant panoramas, and every step is steeped in history.
Oban Distillery
The scent of whisky has drifted over these cobbled streets for centuries. Step into the world of single malts and old stone walls, where traditions are steeped as richly as the local spirit.
Oban Clock Tower
Time ticks a little differently in Oban when you’re under the gaze of a classic clock tower. This cheery red-brick sentinel has kept the town on schedule for over a century—a favorite meeting spot and a true local personality.
How the Oban Scavenger Hunt works
Grab your phone and gather your crew – all you need is our Let's Roam app! Solve riddles, complete photo missions at spots like McCaigs Tower or Oban Clock Tower, and compete against other teams on our leaderboard. Enjoy an easy-to-use experience as you explore downtown Oban at your own pace. Earn points for every challenge completed while discovering hidden gems across city center landmarks.
Oban Scavenger Hunt Team Building Scavenger Hunts
Engage with your team by going spot to spot on an epic team building scavenger hunt!
Oban Scavenger Hunt Date Night Scavenger Hunt
Explore the most romantic spots of Oban on a Date Night Scavenger Hunt!
Oban Scavenger Hunt Bachelorette Scavenger Hunt
Challenges created to bring the bride's squad closer and make the celebration even more unforgettable
Oban Scavenger Hunt Birthday Scavenger Hunt
Celebrate with a birthday party scavenger hunt!
Earn The Oban Scavenger Hunt High Score
Love some friendly rivalry? On the Oban Scavenger Hunt leaderboard, each teammate gets interactive trivia at places like Dog Stone or photo challenges near Dunollie Lighthouse. Work together to master riddles at McCaigs Tower—climb to the top of city center rankings for ultimate bragging rights!
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Reviews for Oban Scavenger Hunt: Oban Adventure
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
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