Turn Newport’s streets into a game with an app-driven scavenger hunt guided remotely by Operation City Quest. Spend two hours solving clues, snapping photos, and discovering local history and hidden corners at your own pace.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
You step off the high street with your phone in hand and the River Usk murmuring nearby, the city’s cast-iron bridges and industrial facades nudging you toward the first clue. The app lays down a loose map; you choose the order, snap proof photos and perform quick challenges while a remote host watches the scoreboard and answers questions in chat.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; requires basic walking stamina for a couple of miles
Wildlife
History
Newport grew from a medieval river crossing and expanded rapidly during the Industrial Revolution; remnants of docks and market culture still structure the city centre.
Conservation
Be mindful of river habitats—stay on designated paths and pack out litter; supporting local businesses you visit during the hunt helps sustain the urban community.
Reserve your spot on the Fun City Scavenger Hunt in Newport 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 fully
This experience runs through an app and requires photos; bring a portable battery to avoid cutoffs mid-hunt.
Comfortable shoes matter
Expect 1.5–3 miles of urban walking on cobbles and pavement—supportive footwear keeps you nimble for photo challenges.
Check mobile data
The remote host communicates via chat and the app needs connectivity—buy a local SIM or ensure roaming/data for uninterrupted play.
Mind the weather
Newport’s coastal exposure can turn damp quickly; pack a light waterproof and layer up in cooler months.
Smartphone with camera
Required to run the app, submit photo challenges and receive host messages.
Portable power bank
Keeps your device charged through the two-hour hunt and photo bursts.
Comfortable walking shoes
Supportive footwear helps on mixed surfaces—cobbles, pavement and riverside paths.
Light waterproof jacket
Protects against sudden rain and wind from the estuary, useful most of the year in Wales.
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