Scavenger Hunts in Ottawa

11 app-guided scavenger hunts to explore Ottawa.
Start anytime. No booking required.

4.4 based on 825 reviews|From CA$10.99 per person

🎟️ Ottawa Exploration Pass, All 6 hunts for CA$54.99

Save 36% compared to buying individually

Explore Ottawa through 11 self-guided scavenger hunts on Questo. Walk through Ottawa's streets, solve puzzles at famous landmarks, and discover hidden stories most visitors miss, all at your own pace. Every hunt is app-guided: just open the Questo app, pick a hunt, and start walking. No booking, no guide, no fixed schedule.

All Scavenger Hunts in Ottawa

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4.36 (196 reviews)

Ottawa: In the Eyes of a Street Artist

CA$10.99

4.38 (211 reviews)

The Oz Escape in Ottawa

CA$10.99

4.49 (142 reviews)

The Cardinal Disappearance: Shadows of Downtown Ottawa

CA$15.99

4.48 (149 reviews)

Rockcliffe Riddle Ride: The Night You Don’t Remember

CA$15.99

4.28 (81 reviews)

Murder Mystery: Death in the Shadows in Downtown, Ottawa

CA$15.99

4.71 (7 reviews)

Lucky Treasure Hunt: The Golden Shamrock in Ottawa

CA$10.99

Best Scavenger Hunts in Ottawa

The Oz Escape in Ottawa

4.4 (211 reviews)|0 min|2.5 km

One of the most popular scavenger hunts in Ottawa, The Oz Escape in Ottawa takes you on a 0-minute adventure. Rated 4.4 stars by 211 players.

Best for: Explorers

Ottawa: In the Eyes of a Street Artist

4.4 (196 reviews)|67 min|7.1 km

One of the most popular scavenger hunts in Ottawa, Ottawa: In the Eyes of a Street Artist takes you on a 67-minute adventure. Rated 4.4 stars by 196 players.

Best for: Explorers

Rockcliffe Riddle Ride: The Night You Don’t Remember

4.5 (149 reviews)|71 min|3.7 km

One of the most popular scavenger hunts in Ottawa, Rockcliffe Riddle Ride: The Night You Don’t Remember takes you on a 71-minute adventure. Rated 4.5 stars by 149 players.

Best for: Explorers

How Ottawa Scavenger Hunts Work

Pick a Hunt

Choose from 11 scavenger hunts in Ottawa

Open the App

Questo guides you with GPS to each clue location

Explore

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

Save with the Ottawa Exploration Pass

Get instant access to all 6 scavenger hunts in Ottawa for one price. Save 36% compared to buying individually.

All 6 hunts includedStart anytimeValid for 1 year

Get Ottawa Exploration Pass, CA$54.99

What people have to say about quests in Ottawa?

4.4

Based on 825+ Local Reviews

Juliana Rueda

such a great way to explore the city! many times we veered off course but we still had the mystery in our hearts! play and explore! until next time!

Verified Player

Tessa Bartz

Great way to see the area! Lots of fun and the clues weren't very hard to solve.

Verified Player

BrianM

first time adventure…we’ll absolutely be back!!!

Verified Player

hollimaze

we’d like more place specific puzzles but it was fun

Verified Player

Cohen Ironside

such a great experience! loved how we had to find the clues and walk physically! see you soon again!

Verified Player

Sulaiman Majeed

it was so fun! awesome challenges and we got to explore the city

Verified Player

Uwe

dun, hot... nicely done. I would prefer some more clues based on the actual locations

Verified Player

ChantalB

A fun way to spend a few hours walking around downtown core of Ottawa.

Verified Player

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Ottawa Scavenger Hunt FAQ

How many scavenger hunts are there in Ottawa?

Questo currently has 11 scavenger hunts in Ottawa, including Murder Mystery, Best during the day, Best for couples. New hunts are added regularly by local creators.

How much do Ottawa scavenger hunts cost?

Individual scavenger hunts in Ottawa start from CAD 10.99 per person. The Ottawa Exploration Pass gives you access to all 6 hunts for CAD 54.99.

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?

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 Ottawa?

The highest-rated scavenger hunts in Ottawa include The Oz Escape in Ottawa (★4.4, 211 reviews), Ottawa: In the Eyes of a Street Artist (★4.4, 196 reviews), Rockcliffe Riddle Ride: The Night You Don’t Remember (★4.5, 149 reviews). These are the most popular hunts based on player ratings and reviews.

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Scavenger Hunts in Ottawa

All Scavenger Hunts in Ottawa

Ottawa: In the Eyes of a Street Artist

The Oz Escape in Ottawa

The Cardinal Disappearance: Shadows of Downtown Ottawa

Rockcliffe Riddle Ride: The Night You Don’t Remember

Murder Mystery: Death in the Shadows in Downtown, Ottawa

Lucky Treasure Hunt: The Golden Shamrock in Ottawa

Best Scavenger Hunts in Ottawa

The Oz Escape in Ottawa

Ottawa: In the Eyes of a Street Artist

Rockcliffe Riddle Ride: The Night You Don’t Remember

How Ottawa Scavenger Hunts Work

Pick a Hunt

Open the App

Explore

Save with the Ottawa Exploration Pass

What people have to say about quests in Ottawa?

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