Turn Jacksonville’s streets into a playful adventure with an app-guided scavenger hunt. Spend two hours solving challenges, discovering murals and riverfront sights, and competing on national leaderboards with a remote host on call.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
Morning light slices across the St. Johns River as your team taps “start” on a scavenger-hunt app and steps into Jacksonville’s downtown grid. Streets hum with coffee runs and delivery bikes; brick façades and muraled alleys become checkpoints. The hunt turns ordinary sidewalks into a course of puzzles and playful dares, with a remote host available by chat to nudge you along.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; requires standing and walking for up to two hours (1–3 miles depending on route).
Wildlife
History
Jacksonville grew as a 19th-century river port on the St. Johns; its downtown and neighborhoods show layers of early trade, rail expansion, and mid-20th-century redevelopment.
Conservation
Local groups run river cleanup and urban tree-planting efforts—stick to marked paths and pack out trash to support habitat and water quality.
Reserve your spot on the Scavenger Hunt in Jacksonville 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 and bring a power bank
The hunt runs through an app and relies on GPS and photos—expect significant battery use over two hours.
Wear supportive walking shoes
Flat city streets can still total a few miles; comfortable footwear keeps the pace lively without blisters.
Hydrate, especially in summer
Jacksonville’s humidity makes short walks feel harder—carry water and take shade breaks.
Use public transit for a larger route
Start or finish near a Skyway/Bus stop to extend or shorten the course without a car.
Smartphone with data
Needed to run the app, submit photos, and track points.
Portable battery pack
Keeps your phone alive through GPS use and photo uploads.
Comfortable walking shoes
Provides support for urban pavement and variable distances.
Refillable water bottle
Staying hydrated is important in Jacksonville’s heat and humidity.
summer