Scavenger Hunt

Agora sculpture found in Grant Park scavenger hunt

The Challenge

Calling all Adventurers, Brainiacs, and Tourists. HuntChicago is a great way to explore the Windy City while learning more about the people and places that make Chicago great. Whether it’s your first time in Second City or you’ve lived here your whole life, there is a game for everyone. Just choose the place or topic that interests you to learn more about the Hunt.

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Chicago skyline viewed from Grant Park during scavenger hunt

For the Adventurer

Unique challenges and urban adventures as you explore destinations throughout the city. Put on your walking shoes and challenge your friends to see who can complete the hunt in the fastest amount of time.

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Museum campus scavenger hunt

For the Brains

Think you know Chicago? Think you're smarter than your friends? The games will challenge your ability to solve clues while giving you new facts about the history, art, and architecture of Chicago so that you can wow your family and friends.

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Navy Pier Scavenger Hunt

For the Tourists

Whether it's your first time in Chicago or your 100th, the games will give you a new way to explore the city while taking you to some famous destinations and little known local spots. Put away your guidebook and explore the city in a whole new way.

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Chicago's most exciting scavenger hunt

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Statue of John Logan found during Grant Park Scavenger Hunt

How It Works

Curious about how the scavenger hunt works? All your burning questions are answered here - from how you get the clues to who is allowed on a team to how you get your picture featured on our homepage.

Flowers in Grant Park

The Games

Unless you're really fit, you can't cover the whole city in one hunt. Some will appeal to the newbie or children. Others are best for art lovers or history buffs. You can learn more about the available games here.

Buckingham Fountain featured at the end of the Grant Park Scavenger Hunt

Legal Mumbo Jumbo

While we love fun, we have to make sure that you understand what you are taking on by playing a game. Please read through a few standard disclaimers before you begin any of the scavenger hunts.