Explore Virginia City on a 2-hour self-guided scavenger hunt that turns historic streets into an interactive game. Solve 22 challenges by smartphone as you visit landmarks tied to the Comstock Lode and Mark Twain.
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You step off the flagstone and the street seems to answer — wooden sidewalks creak, signs lean with stories, and the narrow lanes of Virginia City guide you past storefronts that remember miners’ boots. The scavenger hunt puts that living history in your pocket: a two-hour, 1.5-mile smartphone game that sends you to saloons, schoolhouses, and a church with stained glass that catches the high-desert light.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; requires light walking (about 1.5 miles) and brief standing at clues
Wildlife
History
Virginia City rose during the 1859 Comstock Lode silver strike and hosted newspapers and personalities like Mark Twain, shaping Nevada’s mining-era culture.
Conservation
Ongoing preservation efforts protect wooden facades and historic infrastructure; visitors should stay on marked paths and avoid touching fragile structures.
Reserve your spot on the Virginia City Scavenger Hunt Walking Tour and Game today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Charge your phone
The game runs on your smartphone — start with a full charge and carry a small power bank for two hours of play and photo-taking.
Comfortable footwear
Expect 1.5 miles on wooden sidewalks and cobbles — sturdy, comfortable shoes reduce slipping on uneven boards.
Hydrate and sun-protect
High-desert sun can be intense; bring water, sunscreen, and a hat even for short walks.
Check accessibility for side alleys
Main routes are wheelchair accessible but some historic side lanes have steps — plan routes ahead if mobility is a concern.
Smartphone with charged battery
Required to access the scavenger hunt app and challenges.
Comfortable walking shoes
Protects feet on wooden sidewalks, cobblestones, and short stair sections.
Reusable water bottle
Keeps you hydrated in the high-desert climate between stops.
summer
Light jacket or layers
Evenings and spring/fall mornings can be breezy; layers keep you comfortable.
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