Scavenger Hunts in New York City

Explore New York City through app-guided scavenger hunts built for visitors, date ideas and small groups. Choose the story that fits your plans, then start from the listed meeting point whenever you are ready.

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All Scavenger Hunts in New York City

All Scavenger Hunts in New York City

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Popular with players

Selected using player ratings and review counts. Check each quest for its route, languages and access details.

Popular with players
QuestReviewsDurationTotal distance
Ghosts of Greenwich Village: Haunted Walking Tour & Escape Game in New York4.6 (121 reviews)65 min4.2 km
Brooklyn, NY: Echoes of the Painted Streets4.5 (80 reviews)89 min4.3 km
Romantic New York: Central Park Walking Tour & Escape Game4.5 (78 reviews)105 min4.8 km

A walk with a plot twist

Look up.
Lean in.
Play along.

Find a quest. Follow clues in the app. Discover the city as you play.

  1. 1

    Choose your quest

    Pick a city, a story and your language.

  2. 2

    Explore and solve

    Follow the app. Find clues in the streets.

  3. 3

    Go at your pace

    Stop for coffee. Pick up where you left off.

A taste of the challenge
01 / Word riddle

Name the creature.

I’m a majestic beast, swift and bold,
In fields of green, my tale unfolds.

A noble creature, with hooves that prance,
A symbol of freedom in every glance.

I can move swiftly, by day or night,
Chasing the wind, my spirit takes flight.

Though I may be pure, like snow, of course,
Can you guess what I am with my grace and force?

A sample game riddle. City exploration quests also reveal real places and local stories.
12 quests. One pass.

City Exploration Pass

More of New York City. More stories to take home.

Get 12 included quests in one pass. Discover places, follow stories and solve puzzles at your own pace.

Explore on footPlay your way through the city

One pass€39.99

Explore the New York City pass
See included quests, access details and pricing before you buy.

What players say about New York City

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New York City Scavenger Hunt FAQ

How many scavenger hunts are there in New York City?
Questo currently has 50 scavenger hunts in New York City, including Murder Mystery, Best during the day, Best for couples. New hunts are added regularly by local creators.
How much do New York City scavenger hunts cost?
Individual scavenger hunts in New York City start from USD 5.25. 12 selected hunts for USD 39.99.
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?
You do not need to book a guide or a scheduled time slot. Buy your quest, open it in the Questo app and go to its starting point. Check the quest details for opening hours, access restrictions and any special requirements before you go.
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Your next story starts outside.

Your next adventure is an app away.

Get the Questo app. Pick a quest, follow the clues and make the city your playground.

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