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Midtown Manhattan Historic Scavenger Hunt
Uncover Midtown's rich heritage and iconic landmarks in this thrilling scavenger hunt adventure. Decode Grand Central's secrets, explore the New York Public Library, and race against competing teams through Times Square, Bryant Park, and beyond.
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| Location | Midtown East - At Park Ave |
| Pricing |
$699 for up to 20 people; $30 per additional person
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| Duration |
Up to 2 hours For a shortened session, please request desired length in special requests at checkout.
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| Group Size |
Up to 1000 people Group size can be changed after booking if needed.
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| Materials | See event description. |
| Themes | This event has 16 themes. Browse all themes below. |
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PoliciesPrice Match GuaranteeIf you find a similar event with a competitor at a lower price, we’ll gladly match it. This applies to events of comparable description and duration. Simply provide the details when booking, or within 72 hours of your booking, and we’ll ensure you get the best value. Contact an event concierge to get started. Cancellation PolicyBookings are non-refundable – but they may be transferred to another group prior to your scheduled event, subject to the requirements outlined below. If you need to change your date, please provide as much notice as possible — ideally at least one week. If you want to give your rebooking credit to another group, we will honor that. We ask that, if you need to rebook, you do so within one year of the original booking. Rebooking or Transfer Notice Requirements: If you request to postpone or transfer your event with fewer than 72 hours’ notice, a rebooking premium of $150 per 20 participants will apply, calculated proportionally (e.g., $225 for 30 participants, $300 for 40, etc.). A minimum fee of $150 will apply for groups smaller than 20 participants. Participants may be added to your booking at any time prior to the event. Additional charges will apply based on the current rate per participant, due before the event begins. We plan and staff our events based on the confirmed participant count provided in advance, so all final numbers must be established prior to the event. We do not conduct headcounts on-site or adjust the final cost based on actual attendance. Once an event has taken place, no portion of the booking is transferrable or eligible for future credit. Outdoor events may be moved indoors for any reason, including inclement weather, pending availability. We request at least 24 hours’ notice for any change of hunt selection. If a museum hunt is selected, museum admission is sold separately. In the event of a force majeure — such as a public transportation shutdown, city-wide emergency, or government-issued order advising people to stay home — your event will be rescheduled to a mutually agreed future date. |
Description
Explore Midtown Manhattan through a team scavenger hunt featuring Grand Central Terminal, the New York Public Library, Bryant Park, 42nd Street and Times Square. Solve clues about their history and hidden details.
Uncover the hidden layers of Midtown's most celebrated landmarks as you race against time and other teams to:
- Decode the mysteries of Grand Central's famous Astronomical Ceiling and learn why the constellations appear in reverse
- Locate the site of a significant engagement from the Revolutionary War, hiding in plain sight in the middle of Midtown
- Marvel at the creative bronze literary quotations embedded in the sidewalk along Library Way
- Discover the architectural wonders of the New York Public Library's main branch from a perspective you have never considered before
- Explore the layered history of Bryant Park, from its origins as a potter's field to its current role as one of the most beloved public spaces in the city
- Experience the kinetic energy of Times Square and Broadway as you search for clues amid the spectacle
This is not a tour. It is a competitive game of strategy, teamwork, and communication in which teams work together to crack the clues, complete the puzzle, and outsmart their rivals.
Booking is straightforward: choose your date, time, and participant count, and we handle the rest. You will receive a confirmation and invoice, and we will stay in touch leading up to the event.
Before the hunt, our team connects with your group leader to confirm logistics and ensure everything is in place. On the day of your adventure, we will be at the starting point ready to welcome your group, form teams, and get the competition underway.
Teams work together throughout the hunt, solving clues, navigating Midtown, and uncovering its hidden layers. Our staff is available throughout for guidance and assistance.
As the hunt concludes, teams gather at the endpoint for scoring and the announcement of winners. Prizes can be awarded to the winning team, and we are available afterward to discuss the clues and answer any questions.
This hunt runs in all weather conditions and is suitable for groups of any size. Teams of four to six participants work best for this format. Prizes can be arranged for the winning team, and our staff remains available after the event to walk through any clues and answer questions. Wear comfortable shoes and come ready to move.
Join us for an unforgettable journey through the heart of Midtown, where every clue brings a new discovery and every street holds a story waiting to be found.