Scavenger Hunts in Columbus, OH

Scavenger Hunts in Columbus, OH

8 app-guided scavenger hunts to explore Columbus, OH.Start anytime. No booking required.

Compare the available hunts below before you buy. Each selected hunt unlocks in the Questo app, with its own route and access details; there is no guide or scheduled departure.

4.5 based on 338 reviews|From $6.99 per person

Explore Columbus through 8 self-guided scavenger hunts on Questo. Choose a detective case, ghost hunt, family adventure, treasure game, or Oz-inspired escape story. Every quest pairs real-world exploration with clues in the app, giving you a flexible activity for a date, friends outing, or city visit.

All Scavenger Hunts in Columbus, OH

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The Oz Escape in Columbus, OH
4.44

The Oz Escape in Columbus, OH

$6.99
Murder Mystery: Death in the Shadows in Columbus, OH
4.69

Murder Mystery: Death in the Shadows in Columbus, OH

$9.99
The Oz Escape: A Wicked Glitch in Columbus
4.38

The Oz Escape: A Wicked Glitch in Columbus

$6.99
Columbus, OH Detective Mystery: Infiltrate a Secret Society!
4.43

Columbus, OH Detective Mystery: Infiltrate a Secret Society!

$9.99
Kid Quest: Solve the case of the lost senses in Columbus
4.86

Kid Quest: Solve the case of the lost senses in Columbus

$9.99
Ghost Hunt in Columbus, OH
4

Ghost Hunt in Columbus, OH

$9.99

Best Scavenger Hunts in Columbus, OH

The Oz Escape in Columbus, OH

The Oz Escape in Columbus, OH

4.4 (253 reviews)|0 min|2.3 km

One of the most popular scavenger hunts in Columbus, OH, The Oz Escape in Columbus, OH takes you on a 0-minute adventure. Rated 4.4 stars by 253 players.

Best for: Explorers
Murder Mystery: Death in the Shadows in Columbus, OH

Murder Mystery: Death in the Shadows in Columbus, OH

4.7 (45 reviews)|0 min|2.6 km

One of the most popular scavenger hunts in Columbus, OH, Murder Mystery: Death in the Shadows in Columbus, OH takes you on a 0-minute adventure. Rated 4.7 stars by 45 players.

Best for: Mystery lovers
The Oz Escape: A Wicked Glitch in Columbus

The Oz Escape: A Wicked Glitch in Columbus

4.4 (21 reviews)|0 min|2.6 km

One of the most popular scavenger hunts in Columbus, OH, The Oz Escape: A Wicked Glitch in Columbus takes you on a 0-minute adventure. Rated 4.4 stars by 21 players.

Best for: Explorers

How Columbus, OH Scavenger Hunts Work

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Pick a Hunt

Choose from 8 scavenger hunts in Columbus, OH

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Open the App

Questo guides you with GPS to each clue location

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Explore

Solve riddles, discover landmarks, have fun at your own pace

What people have to say about quests in Columbus, OH?

4.5

Based on 338+ Local Reviews

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KittenBoBitten

it was a fun way to get outside and explore our own city!

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brielleward

was a great way to get steps in, learn about the books and explore Columbus!

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Lindylou831

So much fun! A great adventure and community explore.

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queensmirf033114@gmail.com

I had a great time walking around Columbus with my husband Kyle. it was a nice date! some of the clues were hard but overall I got most of them pretty quickly.

Verified Player
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S. Green

What a fun time and a great opportunity to see different parts of my city! Great clues and other fun costumes!

Verified Player

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Columbus, OH Scavenger Hunt FAQ

How many scavenger hunts are there in Columbus, OH?
Questo currently has 8 scavenger hunts in Columbus, OH, including Horror & Haunts, Murder Mystery. New hunts are added regularly by local creators.
How much do Columbus, OH scavenger hunts cost?
Individual scavenger hunts in Columbus, OH start from USD 6.99 per person. Most hunts are $5–8 per person.
How do Questo scavenger hunts work?
Download the free Questo app, choose a scavenger hunt in your city, and start walking. The app guides you with GPS to each location, where you'll solve riddles, find hidden details, and uncover stories most visitors never discover. There's no tour guide, no fixed schedule, and no booking required, just open the app and go. Each hunt takes 60–120 minutes on average, and you can pause and resume anytime.
Do I need to book in advance?
No. Questo scavenger hunts are completely self-guided and available on-demand. Once you purchase a hunt, you can play it whenever you want, today, next week, or next month. There's no time slot to book, no meeting point to find, and no group to wait for. Just open the app and start exploring at your own pace.
What are the best scavenger hunts in Columbus, OH?
The highest-rated scavenger hunts in Columbus, OH include The Oz Escape in Columbus, OH (★4.4, 253 reviews), Murder Mystery: Death in the Shadows in Columbus, OH (★4.7, 45 reviews), The Oz Escape: A Wicked Glitch in Columbus (★4.4, 21 reviews). These are the most popular hunts based on player ratings and reviews.
Which Columbus scavenger hunt should I choose?
Start by comparing the live cards by route, story and duration. Choose the individual hunt that best matches your group and plans.
What kinds of scavenger hunts can I choose in Columbus?
The current Columbus collection includes detective and murder-mystery games, ghost hunts, family adventures, treasure hunts, and Oz-inspired escape games. Open a quest card to check its story, exact starting point, route details, price, and purchase options before you choose.
What is the difference between the Columbus mystery options?
The collection includes a detective mystery and a separate Death in the Shadows story, alongside ghost, family, treasure, and fantasy games. Open each card to compare its story and route details.
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