Best Scavenger Hunts in Las Vegas

A treasure hunt is one of the most fun ways to discover the secrets and nooks and crannies of Las Vegas. With this activity you will have some of the most fun moments of your trip.

Matías Rodríguez

Matías Rodríguez

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Best Scavenger Hunts in Las Vegas

personas caminando en la calle | ©Candid Characters

One of the activities you can see and do in Las Vegas is a scavenger hunt that takes you around the best casinos on The Strip and other main points to get to know all the nooks and crannies of the city in a fun way.

These experiences, which can be done in a group, give you access to a self-guided tour with clues to unravel and mysteries to solve. A scavenger hunt can be an ideal option if you're visiting Las Vegas with children, and also an inexpensive entertainment alternative.

1. Experience an exciting scavenger hunt adventure on The Strip

people walking in shop in Las Vegas| ©Candid Characters
people walking in shop in Las Vegas| ©Candid Characters

In this most classic of Vegas treasure hunts, you and your team members must follow the clues and solve the riddles to unravel the mystery and unravel the objective.

The search takes place on The Strip, the heart of Las Vegas, and the journey will take you to discover the best sites in the city.

With these treasure hunt experiences you can learn about the history of the city in groups of two to five people, through a tour of just over three kilometres with stops in between at Las Vegas' best museums, casinos on The Strip and a variety of other interesting sites.

These tours are self-guided for a total of three hours, but with breaks so that you and your group can enjoy the sites you visit and the information provided by the audio guide.

Details of interest

  • Price of the tour... Approximately 20 euros per person including the audio guide service.
  • Duration of the tour... Approximately 3 hours, with stops in between.
  • Advantages of this tour... This is the classic treasure hunt option and offers a tour of The Strip, which is one of the main areas of Las Vegas.

Book a walking tour of the Strip in Las Vegas

2. Enter the world of the Mafia to investigate a disappearance in Las Vegas

Photos with guns from the Museum| ©Phil Guest
Photos with guns from the Museum| ©Phil Guest

In this fun-filled experience you will take on the role of a journalist who is investigating the mysterious disappearance of a person in Las Vegas and whose suspicions point to a Mafia crime.

The adventure begins at the Mafia Museum and from there you will visit the Oasis Hotel and a long list of casinos.

As the story unfolds and you progress through the discovery, you will learn about the stories and legends of the city, which has been linked to the Mafia since its foundation.

On these outdoor escape and treasure hunt experiences you will stop to visit the buildings along the way until the end on Fremont Street.

During this experience you will have the constant assistance of an audio guide. Please note that the price of the scavenger hunt tour does not include entrance fees to the museums and other points on the tour.

Details of interest

  • Price of the tour... Approximately 7 euros per person including audio guide service.
  • Duration of the tour... Approximately 1 hour.
  • Advantages of this tour... This is one of the most economical options.

Book your ticket for the Mafia Museum in Las Vegas

3. Help the Pink Panther solve the case of the missing diamond

men with mobile phones in hand| © Zoe Holling
men with mobile phones in hand| © Zoe Holling

The Pink Panther's diamond has been stolen! So begins this adventure in which you must race against the clock to recover the treasure from France.

Unlike the other experiences, in this one you will have to go through various parts of the city. Some of them are remote, so you will have to use public transport or other means of transport.

During this interactive adventure, a navigator will be enabled in the treasure hunt application that will release the clues once you are close to the site, so it is advisable to do the tour in a group of four people to speed up the discovery.

Although the tour is scheduled to be completed in two and a half hours, you can stop the circuit at any time to enjoy the sites you visit and resume later.

In this experience you will be constantly accompanied by the voice of Inspector Jacques Clouseau and if you manage to solve the mystery you will be rewarded for your sleuthing skills. Along with the Shark Reef aquarium, this is one of the most interesting activities in Las Vegas for kids - are you up for the challenge?

Interesting details

  • Tourprice... Approximately 20 euros per group of up to four people, including audio guide service.
  • Duration of the tour... Approximately 2.5 hours.
  • Advantages of this tour... It is an experience with an interesting story that can attract the attention of children.
  • Disadvantages of this tour... Although it will take you to different parts of the city, due to the distance you will have to use means of transport, which can be a bit uncomfortable.

Book your ticket to Shark Reef Aquarium

4. Discover the underground histories of Las Vegas in an exciting game of exploration

girls talking in the street at night| ©Candid Characters
girls talking in the street at night| ©Candid Characters

In these experiences you must solve not one mystery but several, one for each stop, in order to unlock the story of each site. You will pass through the main hotels and casinos on The Strip and learn about their legends: Is it true that the MGM Hotel houses lions? Were the Bellagio fountains a gift from the Mafia? Does Caesar's Palace have the largest vault in Las Vegas?

These experiences offer a perfect combination of an outdoor escape game and a sightseeing tour where you can discover the city's best neon signs and architectural masterpieces.

These tours can be done alone or in a group and are planned to be finished in an hour and a half, but you can stop your search to enjoy each stop.

Please note that you will be assisted by an audio guide on these experiences, but entrance fees to the various attractions you visit are not included in the price.

Details of interest

  • Price of the tour... Approximately 7 euros per person including audio guide service.
  • Duration of the tour... Approximately 1 hour and a half.
  • Advantages of this tour... This is an ideal experience for a self-guided tour of the city.

Book a guided tour of Las Vegas

5. Find the real gems of Las Vegas on Fremont Street

people around the park| ©Tomás Del Coro
people around the park| ©Tomás Del Coro

If you want to escape the crowds of tourists and visit an alternative circuit, perhaps these experiences can provide the answer.

Although Fremont Street is one of the most visited sites in Las Vegas, this scavenger hunt will take you off the beaten track so you can unravel the secrets laid out while learning about the history of the city.

In these experiences you can participate with your group or compete against them, distributing the roles of the game. In addition to Fremont Street, the tour takes you through Downtown Container Park and Symphony Park for an afternoon of adventures filled with clues and mysteries.

Note that while this is a walking tour, it can be tiring, so you can rent bikes or use other modes of transport such as tour buses to spice up the game, especially if you're visiting Las Vegas in the winter when temperatures drop.

Interesting details

  • Tourprice... Approximately 13 euros per person including audio guide service.
  • Duration of tour... Approximately 2.5 hours.
  • Advantages of this tour... You can choose to do the experience as a group or split the roles and play individually.

Book a Las Vegas Sightseeing Bus Tour

6. Survive a Zombie Apocalypse in Las Vegas

people in zombie costumes| ©Chris S
people in zombie costumes| ©Chris S

In Las Vegas you can experience the most eclectic situations, so as well as touring the city in a helicopter or taking part in a shooting experience, you can also try to survive a zombie apocalypse.

To do this, you will have to create your own strategy and find the necessary elements for survival, but you will have to be very careful , the ratio of zombies to humans is ten to one!

In these fun experiences you can participate in groups and in addition to an audio guide you can chat with a remote host who will help you in your survival. At the end of the game, once you have completed the necessary points and completed the challenges, you will be ranked as one of the city's survivors.

In these experiences you will be able to walk the route and communicate with your group through an in-app chat.

Interesting details

  • Price of the tour... Approximately 20 euros per group up to ten people including audio guide service.
  • Duration of the tour... Approximately 1.5 hours.
  • Advantages of this tour... You can devise strategies with your group to achieve objectives and survival.

Book a helicopter tour in Las Vegas

How to book a scavenger hunt experience in Las Vegas?

person using their mobile phone| ©Rohit Tandon
person using their mobile phone| ©Rohit Tandon

You can book a scavenger hunt experience in Las Vegas in advance or you can book it during your stay in the city. In both cases you will need to purchase online and then you will receive an email with instructions on how to download the app.

These experiences do not have a specific quota, so they do not sell out and their price does not change.

However, you should keep in mind that those that take place in crowded places like The Strip may be more crowded during the high season or if you visit Las Vegas during Christmas or other holidays.

How long does a scavenger hunt experience in Las Vegas last?

man and woman taking pictures| ©Bob Dass
man and woman taking pictures| ©Bob Dass

The answer depends on the tour booked, but on average they last between one and four hours from start to finish.

Note that some experiences accept that you stop along the way to enjoy the sites you visit.

Excursions that do not accept stopping the tour must be completed considering the total duration from the moment they start with the first clue or hint to solve the mystery or find the treasure.

What will I see on a treasure hunt experience in Las Vegas?

view of empty tents| ©Kevin Dunlap
view of empty tents| ©Kevin Dunlap

On these experiences you will get to know some of the main spots in the city, especially on The Strip or Fremont Street. Along the way you'll pass the city 's most famous hotels and casinos, and at each stop you'll learn stories about these venues.

The Strip is home to some of the city's best shows as well as some of the city's most eye-catching attractions such as the Eiffel Tower in Las Vegas or Planet Hollywood, so you can even combine these experiences with a visit to other attractions in the city.

Book your ticket to the Eiffel Tower Las Vegas

Tips for a treasure hunt experience in Las Vegas

surprised child| ©Joe Shlabotnik
surprised child| ©Joe Shlabotnik

These experiences are an alternative to the museums, casinos and attractions outside Las Vegas and are an ideal option if you're travelling with children. It's also a fun option for groups or couples.

In these experiences you can also learn about the city and its history, as treasure hunts often serve as an excuse to learn about the main buildings of Las Vegas, the architecture of the city and the myths of the most famous casinos and hotels.

How much does a treasure hunt experience in Las Vegas cost?

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blue card holder| ©Pixabay

The answer depends on the experience you choose, but they are generally inexpensive excursions, which is good news in Las Vegas, where most activities are not very cheap.

On average, these experiences cost between 7 and 12 euros, with some costing as much as 20 euros per person.

Some experiences, such as the Zombie Apocalypse, have a single price that is divided among all participants in the group, making it a very economical alternative.

Please note that the prices of these experiences do not include, in any case, the entrance fees to the sites you visit on the tour, so if you want to visit them you will have to buy the tickets on your own.

Why is it advisable to do a treasure hunt experience in Las Vegas?

avenue with buildings nearby| ©kinchloe
avenue with buildings nearby| ©kinchloe

Whether you're looking for a fun and economical option or you want to see the city in a different way, participating in a Las Vegas scavenger hunt is one of the best value for money options, especially if you're visiting the city with children.

These tours also allow you to escape the crowded main drags and organise your own itinerary, even at night, as some experiences are available all day, making it one of the best things to do in Las Vegas at night.

Las Vegas treasure hunt experiences could also provide you with souvenirs you can't buy in the city's eclectic gift shops, such as a certificate of survival from a zombie apocalypse or a decoration from Inspector Jacques Clouseau because you managed to find the missing Pink Panther diamond.