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Wilkes-Barre Scavenger Hunt: Wilkes-Barre Wacky Whodunits

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Discover the hidden gems of Wilkes-Barre on a thrilling scavenger hunt adventure! Explore the city's Coal Region roots, solve interactive riddles and challenges, and enjoy a flexible walking tour through Downtown. Perfect for teamwork and sightseeing, it is an unforgettable journey in the Diamond City.

This scavenger hunt will help you explore Wilkes-Barre. This top rated Wilkes-Barre Scavenger Hunt scavenger hunt is 1.04 miles and has 7 stops.

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Activity Info: Wilkes-Barre Wacky Whodunits

Wilkes-Barre, nestled by the Susquehanna Riverfront, is known as the Anthracite Capital. Our scavenger hunt takes you through it's historic Downtown, uncovering sites like F.M. Kirby & Co. Store and The Birthplace of HBO. Ideal for locals and visitors alike, this adventure offers a fresh perspective on King's College Town's vibrant culture.

You can do our interactive scavenger hunt at any time.

Featured Locations On This Scavenger Hunt

F.M. Kirby & Co. Store

Explore the birthplace of the 'Five and Dime' in Wilkes-Barre's Anthracite Capital. The ornate façade tells tales of bustling pasts. Engage in a local trivia challenge with your team for a fun scavenger hunt adventure.

The Birthplace of HBO

Visit the historic plaque where HBO was born in Diamond City. Capture a photo challenge moment and imagine the first cable waves buzzing through Luzerne County. A must-see for any scavenger hunt enthusiast.

American Institute of Mining Engineers

Salute Wilkes-Barre’s industrial progress at the American Institute of Mining Engineers. Solve riddles fit for engineering legacies while exploring this historic site during your scavenger hunt.

Wilkes-Barre Fort

Stroll by where revolution met resilience at Riverfront Renaissance. This landmark honors defenders of Wyoming Valley Hub. Engage in history-themed missions and capture moments that channel patriotism on your scavenger hunt.

Daniel J. Flood

Tip your hat to Luzerne County Star Daniel J. Flood at his commemorative plaque. Dive into local trivia about his dramatic career during your scavenger hunt, capturing poses that echo his legacy.

Min L. Matheson

Celebrate Min L. Matheson, a Luzerne County Star, whose activism shines in Coal Country Jewel history. Create mini choruses during your scavenger hunt to honor her inspiring story.

The Redington Hotel

Admire Art Deco lines at Redington Hotel, recalling hospitality's golden age in Wilkes-Barre's Coal Region. Capture it's vintage flair during your scavenger hunt, spotting classic cars for bonus points.

How the Wilkes-Barre Scavenger Hunt works

Grab your phone and embark on a Wilkes-Barre Scavenger Hunt! Use our app to solve riddles, tackle photo challenges, and explore iconic spots like the Redington Hotel. Compete with friends for leaderboard glory while discovering local history in a fun mobile-first experience.

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Activity Type: Anytime Scavenger Hunt

Starting Area: 11 S Main St, Wilkes-Barre, PA 18711, USA

Travel Method: Walking

Walking Distance: 1.04 Mi (1.67 KM)

Time:1.5 - 2 Hours

Skill Level:Friend & Family Fun

Extra Admissions: None


Custom Events For Wilkes-Barre Wacky Whodunits

The Wilkes-Barre Scavenger Hunt is perfect for birthdays, bachelorette parties, or weekend adventures! Customize your challenge types and pace as you bond with friends or family over unique missions in Luzerne County Hub. Enjoy teamwork-driven fun that makes every outing memorable.

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Wilkes-Barre Scavenger Hunt Team Building Scavenger Hunts

Engage with your team by going spot to spot on an epic team building scavenger hunt!

Earn The Wilkes-Barre Scavenger Hunt High Score

Ready for some friendly competition? On the Wilkes-Barre Scavenger Hunt, each team member will tackle interactive challenges at iconic spots like Min L. Matheson Park. Solve trivia and complete photo missions to climb the leaderboard—earn ultimate bragging rights in this exciting city center adventure!

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Max Power

Team: Max Power

Score: 2472
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For the Lolz

Team: For the Lolz

Score: 2369
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1st not Last

Team: 1st not Last

Score: 2119

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Reviews for Wilkes-Barre Scavenger Hunt: Wilkes-Barre Wacky Whodunits

5 star reviews

Visiting Wilkes-Barre Scavenger Hunt was so fun! We discovered history at Daniel J. Flood and enjoyed every bit of our interactive tour!

Noah Anderson

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Had an amazing family day out exploring Downtown Wilkes-Barre. The kids were thrilled by the challenges near the iconic Kirby & Co Store.

Olivia Bennett

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As a local, I thought I knew downtown, but this hunt revealed hidden gems. American Institute of Mining Engineers was a highlight for sure.

Ethan Carter

5 star reviews

A perfect date idea in the heart of Wilkes-Barre. We loved solving puzzles together at places like Comerford Theater and Birthplace of HBO.

Sophia Peters

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Exploring The Diamond with the scavenger hunt was a blast! The clues led us to iconic spots like Min L. Matheson and the historic Redington Hotel.

Liam Thompson

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As tourists, we found this activity to be an exciting way to see Wilkesland We discovered hidden gems like American Institute of Mining Engineers

Olivia Taylor

5 star reviews

The scavenger hunt around Wilkestown was perfect for our family The kids loved solving riddles at Min L Matheson and seeing Daniel J Flood statue

Jack Brown

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Exploring Downtown on this scavenger hunt was amazing We visited historic spots like F.M. Kirby & Co Store and learned about local history

Sophia Williams

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My partner and I loved the scavenger hunt in Downtown It was such a fun date idea We explored spots like the Birthplace of HBO and Comerford Theater

Liam Smith

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I had a fantastic time on the Wilkes-Barre Scavenger Hunt The clues led us to places like the Redington Hotel and Wilkes-Barre Fort I learned so much

Emma Johnson

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Exploring Wilkes-Barre with ScavengerHunt.com was a blast! Discovering sites like American Institute of Mining Engineers felt like uncovering local treasures.

Liam Davis

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Our walking tour through Downtown's hidden gems like the Redington Hotel was an outdoor activity worth every step! Loved the historic points of interest.

Olivia Brown

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A perfect date idea downtown. We bonded over challenges at Min L. Matheson and Daniel J. Flood spots. Can't wait for our next adventure.

Ethan Johnson

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The Wilkes-Barre scavenger hunt was an amazing family adventure. My kids were thrilled solving riddles at Comerford Theater and F.M. Kirby Store.

Sophie Miller

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I loved our Downtown scavenger hunt. Exploring the Wilkes-Barre Fort and Birthplace of HBO was fantastic. Such a fun thing to do in Diamond City.

Lucas Parker

5 star reviews

Diamond City has never been more intriguing! This hunt led us through great spots like Wilkes-Barre Fort and unique places we'd never seen before.

Nina Simpson

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A perfect walking tour to discover Downtown's history. From F.M. Kirby & Co. Store to American Institute of Mining Engineers, it was unforgettable!

Harold Nguyen

5 star reviews

Our family had an amazing time with this scavenger hunt. The kids loved Comerford Theater, and we all enjoyed learning about Min L. Matheson.

Vicky Turner

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What an epic date idea! Solving riddles at the Birthplace of HBO and wandering around the Redington Hotel made for a magical day in Diamond City.

Jake Foster

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Exploring Downtown with ScavengerHunt.com was a blast! We loved the trivia at Daniel J. Flood and finding hidden gems like Wilkes-Barre Fort.

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