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Petra Scavenger Hunt: Lost City of Stone: The Petra Hunt

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Step into the Rose City for a scavenger hunt adventure like no other! Explore Petra Downtown and it's legendary sites, from the Treasury of Petra to the Royal Tombs. Solve riddles, complete missions, and tackle interactive challenges on a flexible walking tour. The hunt is all about teamwork, competition, and sightseeing in Jordan’s ancient wonder.

This scavenger hunt will help you explore Petra. This top rated Petra Scavenger Hunt scavenger hunt is 1.92 miles and has 8 stops.

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Lost City of Stone: The Petra Hunt
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Activity Info: Lost City of Stone: The Petra Hunt

Petra, also known as Al-Batra or the Lost City of the Nabataeans, dazzles visitors with it's red-rock canyons and iconic city center. Known for it's Siq Entrance and breathtaking monuments, this UNESCO World Heritage Site is Jordan’s crown jewel. Your journey kicks off in vibrant Petra Downtown. As you follow clues on your phone, you will visit must-see spots like the Palace Tomb, Nabatean Theatre, Djinn Blocks, and more. Expect fun riddles, photo challenges, and quirky trivia at every turn. Whether you are a local or visiting for the first time, this scavenger hunt adventure offers new perspectives on familiar sights. Discover hidden gems while bonding with friends—perfect for anyone ready to explore Petra Archaeological Park in an unforgettable way!

You can do our interactive scavenger hunt at any time.

Featured Locations On This Scavenger Hunt

Palace Tomb

Step into the heart of Al-Batra and discover clues among Petra’s legendary red rocks. This scavenger hunt adventure reveals quirky facts about the Lost City of the Nabataeans and challenges your team with fun photo missions.

Corinthian Tomb

Wander through Petra Downtown where each puzzle leads you closer to the secrets of the Valley of Moses. Expect lots of fun, points of interest, and a few surprises only locals know during this outdoor activity.

Royal Tombs

The Siq Entrance sets the stage for your scavenger hunt adventure. Solve riddles surrounded by towering sandstone walls and learn why this passage is key to Petra’s history—locals say echoes here carry ancient secrets.

Urn Tomb

At the Treasury of Petra (Al-Khazneh), your team faces creative photo challenges and uncovers stories carved in stone. This landmark is a highlight for puzzle-solving fans seeking a memorable scavenger hunt experience.

Nabatean Theatre

The Monastery (Ad-Deir) rewards teams who complete missions with breathtaking views over The Red-Rock City. Along the way, discover fun facts about it's mysterious carvings—a favorite spot for outdoor activity lovers.

The Treasury

Hidden gems await near ancient tombs—solve riddles among weathered facades and feel like an explorer in Jordan’s Ancient Wonder. Local trivia hints at secret uses these sites once held during bustling caravan days.

Obelisk Tomb and Bab as-Siq Triclinium

Pause by intricate carvings along quiet paths—these spots offer perfect backdrops for photo challenges. Locals whisper that some symbols were left by travelers seeking luck in The Lost City of the Nabataeans.

Djinn Blocks

Your hunt wraps up near bustling market stalls where scents and sounds fill the air. Complete final missions here—insider tip: vendors sometimes share stories if you ask about their family’s connection to Petra.

How the Petra Scavenger Hunt works

Grab your phone and gather your crew—no guide needed! The Let's Roam app leads you through Petra Downtown with easy-to-follow missions. Solve riddles and snap photos as you uncover city secrets. Earn points for each challenge completed around iconic landmarks like the Treasury of Petra. Compete against other teams on our leaderboard—all at your own pace!

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Map of scavenger hunt walking tour for Lost City of Stone: The Petra Hunt

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Activity Type: Anytime Scavenger Hunt

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Travel Method: Walking

Walking Distance: 3.09 KM (1.92 Mi)

Time:1.5 - 2 Hours

Skill Level:Friend & Family Fun

Extra Admissions: None


Custom Events For Lost City of Stone: The Petra Hunt

The Petra Scavenger Hunt is perfect for any group outing—birthdays in downtown Petra? Absolutely. Planning a bachelorette bash or unforgettable date? This scavenger hunt adventure fits right in! Customize your experience with unique challenges and team roles. Whether it is weekend fun or team bonding in Jordan’s city center, teamwork makes every mission memorable.

Earn The Petra Scavenger Hunt High Score

Ready to compete? On the Petra Scavenger Hunt, each teammate gets engaging photo missions at spots like Palace Tomb or trivia challenges by the Nabatean Theatre. Work together to solve riddles as you explore Al-Batra—climb up our leaderboard for ultimate bragging rights among fellow explorers!

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Max Power

Team: Max Power

Score: 2452
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For the Lolz

Team: For the Lolz

Score: 2349
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1st not Last

Team: 1st not Last

Score: 2099

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Reviews for Petra Scavenger Hunt: Lost City of Stone: The Petra Hunt

5 star reviews

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

5 star reviews

Had so much fun today with my team spice girls for Laura Bachelorette party

Pam Fox

5 star reviews

Easy and fun adventure. Good way to tour the city

Scot Branham

5 star reviews

Super fun! Great team building for a great company function

Maggie Silliman

5 star reviews

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

5 star reviews

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

5 star reviews

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

5 star reviews

Had lots of fun. Would definitely recommend this as a fun day.

Megan Prenc

5 star reviews

Great time with family and friends would definitely do another tour!

Mike Vigil

5 star reviews

Had an enjoyable time and visited a place I've not been before.

Stephanie Yencer

5 star reviews

Awesome fun! You should try this. Great competition.

Ben Rathbone

5 star reviews

Super fun experience reconnecting with my city and work team!

Sabrina Foster

5 star reviews

Awesome way to learn more about our beautiful city! Great date night!

Laura Taylor

5 star reviews

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

5 star reviews

That’s a fun way to see the city and it’s history!

Howard Usher

5 star reviews

Awesome game -it rocked!!

James Macie

5 star reviews

Loved it! Great experience and challenging as well. Highly recommend!

Aaron Doman

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