Turn St. Augustine’s historic streets into a two‑hour adventure with a self‑guided app scavenger hunt. Solve riddles, complete photo challenges, and learn local history while exploring landmarks like the Cathedral Plaza and Castillo de San Marcos.
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Participants begin beneath the shadow of the Cathedral Basilica, phones fully charged and a two‑hour hunt loaded into an app. The cobblestones and narrow lanes of St. Augustine dare teams to look closer — a carved keystone, a hidden fountain, the ironwork of a side door — each clue nudging players deeper into the city's lived history.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Participants should be comfortable walking 1.5–3 miles over mixed pavement with short standing or stair sections.
Wildlife
History
St. Augustine is the oldest continuously occupied European‑established settlement in the continental U.S., founded in 1565; the hunt highlights Spanish colonial and Gilded Age landmarks.
Conservation
Visitors should stick to paved paths and avoid touching fragile historic fabric; responsible tourism supports local preservation efforts and minimizes wear on older structures.
Reserve your spot on the An Epic Scavenger Hunt: The Pretty Ancient City 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 Let’s Roam app is essential for navigation and photo challenges—expect heavy phone use for two hours.
Wear grippy, comfortable shoes
Much of the route is paved but includes uneven cobbles and occasional steps.
Start early to avoid crowds
Mornings offer cooler temperatures and clearer photos at popular sites like Castillo de San Marcos.
Download the app and redeem voucher before you arrive
Follow the provided link on a mobile device and add your TripAdvisor voucher in the app’s 3rd Party Vouchers area.
Smartphone with the Let’s Roam app
Necessary for navigation, photo uploads, and completing role challenges.
Portable charger / power bank
Keeps devices powered through heavy photo and GPS use.
Comfortable walking shoes
Provides traction on cobblestones and paved streets.
Light rain shell or umbrella
Useful for sudden coastal showers, especially in spring and summer afternoons.
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