NYC Upper East Side Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt
Overview
Looking for things to do on the Upper East Side? Our self-guided walking tour/scavenger hunt will take you from the Metropolitan Museum of Art to the Jaqueline Kennedy Onassis Reservoir in Central Park via its zoo, several museums, and art galleries!
Solve challenges at every step to discover your next destination and learn new things. Learn a little history as well as interesting facts about what surrounds you. See the sights.
The New York Manhattan Upper East Side Tourist Scavenger Hunt is a 3.9 km / 2.4 mi self-guided walking tour with challenges along the way. It should take you 3 hours to complete.
-A fun learning experience
-See the sights! 38 locations
-Learn some local history
-Challenge your knowledge: 39 varied challenges
-Fun for all ages, kids included
-Wheelchair and stroller accessible throughout
-Pet-friendly throughout
-Start whenever you are ready, from your smartphone – no fixed schedule
-Take as little, or as much time as you wish to complete your hunt
What's Included
- 24/7 customer service
- Instructions and directions on your smartphone
- 39 varied challenges
- No entry tickets are provided as this tour is strictly exterior and does not enter any venue
Meeting Location
5th Avenue
New York, NY 10028, 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
The Metropolitan Museum of Art (Pass By)
The Benjamin N. Duke House (Pass By)
Ancient Playground
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Neue Galerie (Pass By)
Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum (Pass By)
National Academy of Design Museum (Pass By)
The Episcopal Church of The Heavenly Rest
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum (Pass By)
Engineers' Gate
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Reservoir
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
South Gate House
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
East Pinetum (Pass By)
Alexander Hamilton Statue
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Cleopatra's Needle
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Belvedere Castle
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Bow Bridge
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Bethesda Fountain
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Hans Christian Andersen Statue
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Alice in Wonderland Statue
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Ukrainian Institute of America (Pass By)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Frequently Asked Questions
(6)Q: What is the cancellation policy for the NYC Upper East Side Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt?
A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. 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). Read more Apr 2025
Additional Info
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