Race across downtown Greensboro solving riddles, taking crazy photos, and completing challenges in this app-driven scavenger hunt. A remote host supports teams as they explore history, public art, and hidden corners of the city on a two-hour adventure.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
You step off Elm Street and the downtown grid seems to challenge you—storefronts, public art, and a pocket park all conspiring to hide the next riddle. The app buzzes; a cryptic clue points you toward an old brick facade and the hunt is on.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; participants should be comfortable walking up to 3–4 miles at a moderate pace.
Wildlife
History
Greensboro’s downtown grew through textile and tobacco trade and is remembered for the 1960 sit-ins at the Woolworth lunch counter that helped launch the sit-in movement.
Conservation
Urban green spaces like the Bog Garden and Arboretum are stewarded by local groups; respect plantings and use trash receptacles to support city conservation efforts.
Reserve your spot on the Scavenger Hunt in Greensboro by Wacky Walks today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Charge your phone and bring a power bank
The game runs through an app and relies on photos and GPS—start fully charged and carry a backup battery.
Wear supportive walking shoes
Expect uneven sidewalks, short stairways and cobbled patches—cushioning prevents sore feet and speeds you up.
Time your start for early morning or late afternoon
Greensboro gets hot in summer afternoons; cooler starts make the scavenger hunt more pleasant and bus-friendly.
Use public transit or plan parking in advance
Downtown parking can be limited during events; check routes or reserve nearby parking to avoid delays.
Smartphone with the Wacky Walks app
Runs the game, receives clues, and submits photo challenges.
Portable battery pack
Keeps your phone powered for GPS and photos through the full two-hour game.
Comfortable walking shoes
Cushioned shoes handle varied urban surfaces and keep you moving quickly.
Light rain jacket or wind layer
Spring showers and sudden breezes can make a thin shell useful for comfort.
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