Transform a New Orleans neighborhood into a holiday gameboard with Holly Jolly Hunt. This app-powered, one-hour scavenger hunt blends city history, seasonal displays and lighthearted challenges for families and groups.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
Walk under strings of lights and the low hum of brass band practice as your team opens the Holly Jolly Hunt app and chooses its first target. The streets of New Orleans—the close-walled courtyards, ironwork balconies, and shopfronts bright with seasonal displays—become a playground of clues, photos and playful dares that reward curiosity and quick thinking.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1 hour
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; expect light walking over city streets for up to an hour
Wildlife
History
New Orleans’ street plan and many historic buildings reflect French and Spanish colonial eras; holiday customs here layer Creole, African American and Caribbean influences into local celebrations.
Conservation
Stick to sidewalks and public ways, avoid touching decorations, and pack out any trash—small actions protect fragile neighborhood streets and historic fabric.
Reserve your spot on the Get in the holiday spirit with a scavenger hunt by Holly Jolly Hunt New Orleans today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Charge your phone
The game runs entirely on your smartphone—bring a fully charged phone and a portable power bank to avoid cutoffs mid-hunt.
Start early or late
Play early morning or after the afternoon rush to avoid congested tourist areas and improve photo opportunities.
Dress for pavement
Wear supportive shoes—sidewalks can be uneven and you may cover a few miles in an hour of active searching.
Watch for private property
Take photos from public sidewalks and respect homes and businesses; the hunt rewards creative captures without trespassing.
Smartphone with Holly Jolly Hunt app
Required to view challenges, submit photos, and track team scores.
Portable battery pack
Keeps your phone powered through photo tasks and messaging with the remote guide.
Comfortable walking shoes
Supportive shoes help on uneven sidewalks and cobblestones common in older districts.
Light rain jacket or layers
Protects from sudden showers or chilly evening winds during fall and winter hunts.
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