Interactive Scavenger Hunt in Manhattan's Secrets
Overview
A puzzle-filled scavenger hunt through NYC's oldest neighbourhood. Visit majestic buildings and surreal sculptures as you unravel the fascinating and often bizarre history of this legendary district. Which worldwide institution started out as a group of men trading beneath a sycamore tree? Where did Alexander Hamilton drill his unit in preparation for the Civil War? Which Founding Father used to moonlight as an Agony Aunt? Find out all this and more in our deep dive through Lower Manhattan and the remains of New Amsterdam.
Fancy a drink along the way? We've got you covered. Coffee, wine, fake Egyptian temples, beer from a street that's been making the stuff since 1632, our hunt includes carefully curated rest-stops at some of the highlights and best-kept secrets of NYC's Southern Tip.
What's Included
- An interactive puzzle-filled mystery sent to your phone and unravelled across the streets of NYC.
- A tour of Lower Manhattan featuring fun facts on unique and interesting places.
- Optional Hint and Lost messages to provide help with the puzzles.
Meeting Location
New York
NY 10013, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
A unique way to experience the city, this hybrid between a scavenger hunt and a city tour will take you on a cryptic adventure across the southern tip of Manhattan. Solve tricky clues and untangle enigmatic directions as you work your way between the impressive, the beautiful and the downright bizarre. Along the way, enjoy great rest-stops in cafes, bars and markets, and learn the often baffling histories of some of NYC's most colourful characters.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Frequently Asked Questions
(6)Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Interactive Scavenger Hunt in Manhattan’s Secrets?
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Activity code: C-111070P15
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Frequently Asked Questions (6)
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT).
- An interactive puzzle-filled mystery sent to your phone and unravelled across the streets of NYC.
- A tour of Lower Manhattan featuring fun facts on unique and interesting places.
- Optional Hint and Lost messages to provide help with the puzzles.
The minimum age to participate is 10. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Interactive Scavenger Hunt in Manhattan's Secrets is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Interactive Scavenger Hunt in Manhattan’s Secrets will be included in your confirmation email from Cool New York City. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- An interactive puzzle-filled mystery sent to your phone and unravelled across the streets of NYC.
- A tour of Lower Manhattan featuring fun facts on unique and interesting places.
- Optional Hint and Lost messages to provide help with the puzzles.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
