San Francisco

Discover San Francisco with 4 scavenger hunts full of riddles and puzzles at real landmarks.

Along the way you'll pass Dragon's Gate, Good Mong Kok Bakery, Golden Gate Fortune Cookie Factory, Transamerica Redwood Park, Jack Early Park, Ina Coolbrith Park, Ferry Building and Transamerica Pyramid, among other spots.

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Hunts in San Francisco

Chinatown & North Beach Bites

~90 min · 6 stops

Explore the culinary heart of two vibrant neighborhoods. Taste authentic dim sum and watch fortune cookies being made in Chinatown, then cross over to North Beach for legendary Italian pizza and historic cafes.

First stops

Dragon's Gate — Start at the Dragon's Gate. Gifted by the Republic of China in 1969, it is the only authentic Chinatown gate in North America built according to the standards of Chinese architecture.
Good Mong Kok Bakery — Walk up Stockton Street to Good Mong Kok Bakery. This tiny, bustling shop is a neighborhood staple for authentic, takeout dim sum, like massive pork buns and shrimp dumplings.
Golden Gate Fortune Cookie Factory — Tucked down narrow Ross Alley is this legendary cookie bakery. Since 1962, workers here have been hand-folding up to 10,000 cookies a day on antique copper griddles.

Hidden Gems of Russian Hill

~70 min · 6 stops

Step off the tourist trail and explore the quiet, secret side of San Francisco. Discover a tiny redwood forest, hidden panoramic parks, lush pedestrian stairways, and a quirky vintage arcade.

First stops

Transamerica Redwood Park — Start your hidden tour at the Transamerica Redwood Park. Tucked right next to the massive Transamerica Pyramid, this serene, tiny pocket park features 50 towering redwood trees brought in from the Santa Cruz Mountains.
Jack Early Park — Walk north and climb up to Jack Early Park. Hidden halfway up a staircase on Telegraph Hill, it is one of the smallest parks in the city, offering a perfectly framed secret view of the Bay Bridge.
Ina Coolbrith Park — Continue up the steep steps to Ina Coolbrith Park in Russian Hill. Named after California's first poet laureate, this terraced garden provides sweeping, panoramic views of Alcatraz and Coit Tower.

San Francisco Icons

~120 min · 6 stops

Discover the classic sights of the City by the Bay. Walk from the historic Ferry Building to the crooked curves of Lombard Street, marvel at Coit Tower, and finish near the bustling waterfront of Fisherman's Wharf.

First stops

Ferry Building — Begin at the historic Ferry Building on the Embarcadero. Opened in 1898, it survived the 1906 earthquake and today hosts a vibrant artisan food market.
Transamerica Pyramid — Head into the Financial District to see the Transamerica Pyramid. Its unique shape was designed to allow more light and air to reach the streets below.
Coit Tower — Climb Telegraph Hill to Coit Tower, an Art Deco monument built in 1933. It was funded by Lillie Hitchcock Coit to beautify the city and honor its volunteer firefighters.

Mission District Murals

~80 min · 6 stops

Dive into the colorful heart of San Francisco's Mission District. Walk through world-famous alleys bursting with street art, learn about the city's mural movement, and soak in the local vibe at Dolores Park.

First stops

24th Street Mission BART — Start at the 24th Street Mission BART station. The plaza here is the gateway to the neighborhood's Latino culture and the epicenter of the local 'muralismo' street art movement.
Balmy Alley — Walk down to Balmy Alley. This narrow street is where the Mission mural movement began in the 1970s. Almost every garage door and fence is painted with artworks expressing outrage over human rights abuses and celebrating local culture.
Precita Eyes Mural Arts — Pass by Precita Eyes Mural Arts on 24th Street. Founded in 1977, this community-based non-profit is responsible for preserving, restoring, and guiding much of the incredible public art you see in the neighborhood.

Frequently asked questions

Scavenger hunts in San Francisco: practical questions

How long does a scavenger hunt in San Francisco take?

The hunts in San Francisco take roughly 70 to 120 minutes and have 6 to 6 stops. You walk at your own pace and can pause and pick up again anytime.

How much does a scavenger hunt in San Francisco cost?

A hunt costs €1.99 as a one-time purchase in the app — no subscription. You can also unlock the whole city with all themes at once.

Which themes are available in San Francisco?

There are 4 hunts in San Francisco: Chinatown & North Beach Bites, Hidden Gems of Russian Hill, San Francisco Icons, Mission District Murals. Each theme follows its own route past different places.

Can I play together in San Francisco?

Yes — play solo, share one phone, or try the co-op duo mode (beta) with two phones. For groups and team outings there are private hunts everyone joins in the browser.

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