Turn downtown Wilmington into a game board with Wacky Walks: a two-hour, app-driven scavenger hunt with a live remote host. Hunt murals, complete photo challenges and race the clock through waterfront streets and historic blocks.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
You step off Market Street into a city that moves at the edge of water—the Cape Fear River tugging at the waterfront, iron-trimmed buildings watching the sidewalks. The Wacky Walks scavenger hunt turns downtown Wilmington into a course of small discoveries: murals to photograph, quirky storefronts to interrogate, and tasks that make you look twice at a familiar façade.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; involves walking on city streets for up to two hours.
Wildlife
History
Wilmington grew as a major Atlantic port with 18th- and 19th-century architecture concentrated in the downtown historic district, and later became a noted film production hub.
Conservation
Respect historic buildings and private property, stick to sidewalks and public paths, and support local businesses to minimize your footprint; coastal areas nearby are vulnerable to erosion and sensitive habitats.
Reserve your spot on the Scavenger Hunt in Wilmington by Wacky Walks today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Keep your phone charged
The game runs through an app and uses photos and messaging—bring a fully charged phone and a power bank.
Wear street-ready shoes
Expect a mix of pavement and some cobblestone; comfortable, closed-toe shoes reduce blisters and slowdowns.
Watch street traffic
Challenges may send you across busy intersections—pause, cross at lights, and follow local traffic signals.
Start during off-peak hours
Begin in the morning or late afternoon to avoid crowding near popular sites and get clearer photos.
Smartphone with data
Runs the app, submits photos and receives host messages.
Comfortable walking shoes
Protects feet during extended pavement walking.
Portable charger/power bank
Ensures your phone stays powered through the two-hour game.
Sunscreen
Useful for sunny summer days on exposed streets and the riverwalk.
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