Turn Sydney’s CBD into a playable playground with an app-driven scavenger hunt. Self-paced riddles, photo challenges, and a remote host guide teams through historic lanes, waterfront views, and hidden cafés.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
You step off the tram and the city rearranges itself into a puzzle: sandstone facades wink at you, alleyways mutter secrets, and the harbour breeze dares you to take the next clue. An app pings; your team huddles, reads a riddle, and the hunt begins — no guide, just the city and a remote host ready to nudge you along.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; involves walking and short bursts of standing or climbing stairs.
Wildlife
History
Sydney’s CBD grew from early colonial settlement and waterfront trade; The Rocks preserves 19th-century streets and stories of convict-era life.
Conservation
Keep the game low-impact: stick to public paths, avoid littering, and support local small businesses you pass during the hunt.
Reserve your spot on the Adventurous Downtown Scavenger Hunt in Sydney today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Keep your phone topped up
This activity runs through a smartphone app — a full charge and a small power bank keep the game going.
Wear comfortable, grippy shoes
Expect two hours of pavement, short stairs, and occasional slick spots near the harbour.
Use public transport to start or finish
Trams, ferries, and trains serve the CBD; plan your route to avoid extra walking back to your accommodation.
Watch the weather forecast
Sydney can change quickly — carry a light rain jacket in cooler months and sunscreen in summer.
Smartphone with camera
Required to run the app, submit photos, and chat with the remote host.
Portable battery pack
Prevents mid-game shutdowns during long photo uploads or navigation.
Comfortable walking shoes
Protects feet on mixed pavement and short stair sections.
Reusable water bottle
Keeps you hydrated during summer walks between stops.
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