A one-hour, app-driven scavenger hunt that turns Richmond into a playable map. Find survival items, complete zombie challenges and track your score against teams nationwide — all with a remote host on chat.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
You tap the app and the map blooms: an urgent, gamey overlay across Richmond’s streets. The first clue points you toward a brick storefront, another to a mural beside the Greenway, and the riverfront breeze seems to dare you to move faster. For an hour you and your team will race between landmarks, complete zombie-themed challenges and collect virtual “survival” items while a remote host watches your score climb on a national leaderboard.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1 hour
Fitness Level
Casual: suitable for most fitness levels; you should be able to walk continuously for about an hour with short bursts of faster movement.
Wildlife
History
Richmond’s waterfront was a major wartime shipbuilding center; sites like Rosie the Riveter NHP interpret the city’s industrial past alongside earlier Ohlone presence on the bayshore.
Conservation
Local groups focus on shoreline restoration and polluted-site cleanup; stick to public paths, pack out trash and respect restoration areas near the water.
Reserve your spot on the Explore Richmond with a Fun Scavenger Hunt by Zombie Scavengers today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Keep your phone charged
This experience runs through an app and a remote host uses chat; bring a full battery and a power bank to avoid interruptions.
Wear supportive shoes
Route uses city sidewalks, some short hills and stairs—comfortable walking shoes reduce fatigue and speed mistakes.
Watch traffic and signals
Urban play means crossing busy streets and sharing sidewalks; obey lights and be aware of cyclists.
Plan your start time
Mid-morning or late afternoon avoids heat and gives better lighting for reading clues and photographing challenges.
Smartphone with app installed
Required to receive clues, complete challenges and communicate with the remote host.
Portable power bank
Keeps your phone alive for the full game and for navigation afterward.
Comfortable walking shoes
Paved streets and a few stair or hill sections make supportive shoes important.
Reusable water bottle
Staying hydrated keeps concentration sharp during timed challenges, especially on warm days.
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