Turn Calgary’s streets into a playful challenge with an app-led scavenger hunt. Solve location-based puzzles, complete photo challenges, and learn local history on a 90-minute self-guided loop.
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The city breathes through its streets as you tap start: a voice briefs your crew, the app pings the first riddle, and downtown Calgary becomes a course of clues. You move from the glass and steel of modern plazas to quieter stone markers by the Bow River, following directions, chasing trivia, and stopping for photo challenges that score points for creativity.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
1–1.5 hours
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness; able to walk continuously for up to 90 minutes with short stops
Wildlife
History
Calgary grew from Indigenous lands and a NWMP fort in the late 1800s into a railway and commerce center; many downtown plaques trace those civic milestones.
Conservation
Stick to paved paths and avoid trampling riverbanks; support local businesses you pass to keep cultural spaces vibrant and maintained.
Reserve your spot on the A Spectacular Audio Tour : Calgary Adventure today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Charge your phone
This experience is app-driven — bring a fully charged phone and a power bank to avoid interruptions during challenges.
Wear grippy shoes
Expect paved sidewalks, river-path gravel, and a few short stair sections; supportive footwear makes the route more comfortable.
Start in daylight
Begin the hunt during daylight hours to read plaques and take better photos for scoring.
Plan restroom and coffee stops
Route passes cafes and public restrooms—use them between puzzles so your group stays on schedule.
Smartphone with data
Required to run the app, receive clues, and submit photo challenges.
Portable power bank
Keeps devices charged through the full 90-minute hunt and extra photo tasks.
Comfortable walking shoes
Supportive footwear helps on mixed pavement, river pathways, and stairs.
Light rain jacket
Spring showers come quick — a packable shell keeps you moving without stopping the game.
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