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Treasure Hunt York

Treasure Hunt York

Get ready to be whisked away into the labyrinthine alleys and enigmatic nooks of York, a city where tales are whispered behind ancient walls. As you tread over the cobblestones that echo with stories of yore, a treasure hunt in York beckons you to a challenge that will test both your wits and stamina. Are you up for the adventure of a lifetime, ready to uncover the hidden treasures of an entire city?

The Legendary Treasure Hunt in York

Plunge headfirst into the treasure hunt in York for an unrivaled blend of historical intrigue and puzzle-solving fun. Armed with nothing more than your smartphone, keen intellect, and a band of intrepid treasure hunters by your side, you’ll become the main characters in a tale that spans centuries. Your quest: to unravel the secrets hidden within a mysterious medieval manuscript and locate the treasure once concealed in the shadows of the majestic York Minster Cathedral.

Assigning Roles in the Treasure Hunt

At the start of your treasure hunt in York, you'll gather at a site steeped in history, ready to assign roles. Who among you will be the puzzle master, the daring explorer, or perhaps the savvy strategist? Each participant will find a role that seems tailor-made. Together, you'll weave through the enchanting Shambles, draw inspiration from York's ancient walls, and solve puzzles that bring you closer to your goal with each step.

The Treasure Hunt in York – A Race Against Time

Once you're immersed in the world of the treasure hunt, time will become a distant memory. Your scavenger hunt will take you to York's most concealed spots, where you'll hunt for clues and crack codes. Your phones will transform into magical keys unlocking long-forgotten secrets. Make your way to Clifford's Tower to snatch a vital clue, or decipher a cryptic message waiting by the banks of the River Ouse. Each clue you unravel takes you closer to the legendary treasure, eagerly awaiting your discovery.

The treasure hunt in York is more than a game; it's a temporal voyage, a race against history itself. Are you prepared to face the challenges and carve your names into the annals of the greatest treasure hunters? Pack your spirit of exploration and let the adventure commence!

Date
every day
Start/Finish
Tower Gardens
Duration
approx. 3 hrs.
Language
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€ 15,99 € 12,99 p.p. For Corporate Clients
Treasure Hunt
City-related
Difficulty
Action
Teambuilding
Suitable for kids
8 years
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What happens during the tour?

01 Find locations
Using GPS navigation, our easy-to-use app guides you to the sights of your tour.
02 Solve riddles
Once you have reached a location, we will present you with a tricky riddle.
03 Master challenges
During the tour we send challenges to the phones of all registered players.
04 Collect points
For each successfully mastered task and challenge, we reward you with points.
Ready for an adventure?

Book your myCityHunt scavenger hunt tickets now and embark on an exciting adventure with your friends or family!

How can we play?

01 Book
In our Ticket Shop you can book tickets for groups from 2 to 33 participants. These are valid for 6 months.
02 Get the app
Each player downloads the myCityHunt app from the App Store. That's all you need to prepare.
03 Redeem
By entering your ticket code you can start your York Scavenger Hunt on your desired date via our app.
04 Discover
Together you will go on the hunt for tricky puzzles, shoot photos and master team tasks.

What our customers say

Corporate team building Scavenger Hunts

Based on long-standing experience, we know the special requirements that arise when planning a team event in York. With the myCityHunt Teamevent in York we have therefore developed a package especially for corporate clients. This extends our well-proven tours with a number of advantages that make our scavenger hunts the perfect teambuilding event in York.

  • Support by myCityHunt guides via chat
  • Shared image gallery and highscore
  • Participation certificates with team photo & team name (as PDF)
  • Interconnection through team chat
  • Free rebooking (up to 7 days before the event)
  • Payment by credit card or PayPal
  • VAT invoice
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myCityHunt vouchers are the perfect gift for many occasions! Surprise your friends and family with this extraordinary event gift. myCityHunt gift vouchers are valid for 2 years from the date of purchase and can be used within this period for a freely selectable city and tour from the myCityHunt portfolio.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does the scavenger hunt in York work?

With myCityHunt, York becomes your playing field! All you need is a ticket code, and an internet-enabled mobile phone.

On the desired date, you will gather your team in the city center of York. Then the scavenger hunt starts: Your mobile phone guides you and your team to numerous places worth seeing in York. Once there, you answer tricky questions and solve riddles. You gain points by correctly solving these tasks.

But that's not all: All registered players will receive special tasks during the rally, such as photo assignments or quiz questions. The scavenger hunt will reward you with many great memories, which you can view in a picture gallery afterwards.

Along the tour, you can take a break for ice cream or drinks at any time! After about 3 hours, the high score list will provide information about your overall ranking.

More information about the course of our scavenger hunt in York can be found here: https://www.mycityhunt.ie/how-it-works.

What does a scavenger hunt in York cost?

The price for a myCityHunt scavenger hunt in York is € 12.99 per person. In contrast to the price models of other providers, myCityHunt is charged per person. For example, the total price for two people is only € 25.98, for five persons € 64.95 and so on.

Tickets can be booked online in the ticket shop at https://www.mycityhunt.ie/tickets.

Which dates does the scavenger hunt take place on?

The myCityHunt scavenger hunt in York can be played at any time! If you have a ticket, you can play on a day of your choice at any time within the validity of 6 months. Tickets for myCityHunt scavenger hunts in York can be booked in the online ticket shop at https://www.mycityhunt.ie/tickets.

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