Treasure Hunts
Some adventures are about the journey — and the reveal.
Treasure Hunts bring together the best clue-led adventures where each step moves you closer to a final destination — a hidden place, a reveal, or a sense of completion that makes the journey feel purposeful.
What Is a Treasure Hunt?
A treasure hunt is a self-guided adventure where each clue leads you closer to a final goal — a location, story outcome, or symbolic “treasure.”
Unlike scavenger hunts, which often involve collecting items or completing multiple tasks, treasure hunts are usually linear. Each step builds toward a conclusion, creating a sense of momentum and narrative flow.
Modern treasure hunts are typically app-powered or clue-based, allowing you to start when you want, pause along the way, and progress at your own pace — without guides or fixed schedules.
How to Use Treasure Hunts
- Choose a destination you want to explore
- Browse available hunts in that city or region
- Follow the clues step by step toward the final reveal
- Finish when you reach the end — not a timetable
Each city page highlights a small, curated selection of treasure hunts rather than an exhaustive list, making it easy to find high-quality experiences worth your time.
Browse Treasure Hunts by Destination
Select a city to discover treasure hunts and clue-led adventures available there.
Sydney
Clue-led routes through historic precincts and iconic neighbourhoods.
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Paris
Story-driven treasure hunts woven through historic streets and landmarks.
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Florence
Cultural clues and historic discovery leading to meaningful finales.
Treasure Hunts – Florence →
More destinations are added as new hunts and providers come online.
Explore Other Ways to Play a City
Scavenger Hunts
Puzzle-led city adventures focused on playful exploration and challenges.
Explore Scavenger Hunts →
All Adventure Styles
From city walks and escape rooms to outdoor and online adventures.
Browse all adventures →
The Global Game curates treasure hunts and adventure experiences from a range of providers.
Some hunts may be operated by partners.
We aim to highlight the best ways to explore and play a place — whoever provides them.