Turn downtown streets into a playground with a two-hour app-guided scavenger hunt. Operation City Quest leads teams through Phoenix neighborhoods, combining photo challenges, local history, and a live remote host to keep the game moving.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
You start on a sunlit sidewalk, phone in hand, with broad avenues and low-lying desert scrub opening out around you. Traffic hums, murals glare with color, and the city dares you to look closer — a bronze statue, an unusual doorway, a mural signposting a neighborhood’s story. The app pings; the hunt has begun.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; requires 1–3 miles of walking and basic mobility.
Wildlife
History
Phoenix sits in the Salt River Valley and grew around ancient Hohokam canal systems; modern neighborhoods reflect 20th-century urban expansion and a vibrant contemporary arts scene.
Conservation
Stick to sidewalks and marked public spaces, avoid disturbing plants or wildlife, and use refillable water containers to reduce single-use plastic.
Reserve your spot on the Play a Fun Scavenger Hunt in Phoenix by Operation City Quest today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Charge your phone
The app is required and photo challenges drain battery — bring a full charge or a small power bank.
Beat the heat
In summer start early or late to avoid high temperatures and take frequent water breaks.
Comfortable footwear
Expect 1–3 miles of walking on sidewalks and plazas — wear supportive shoes.
Use transit for flexibility
Public transportation and rideshare make it easy to start or end in different neighborhoods without retracing steps.
Smartphone (charged)
Runs the app, submits photos and chat with the remote host.
Reusable water bottle
Staying hydrated is critical in Phoenix’s desert climate.
summer
Sun hat and sunscreen
Protects you from strong sun during outdoor sections of the hunt.
spring
Comfortable walking shoes
Supportive shoes make the walking, quick sprints, and urban surfaces easier.