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Scavenger Hunt Manchester

Scavenger Hunt Manchester

Often labeled as the capital of north England, Manchester has experienced extensive and successful redevelopment in the last 2 decades, riding on a wave of intense investment and regeneration. This has brought about the modern, creative and open-minded Manchester of today. The city is therefore the perfect venue for an urban adventure - experience it at our Manchester scavenger hunt!

Scavenger Hunt Manchester - the interactive city tour

A scavenger hunt is a fun and interactive way to explore Manchester. Participants are given a list of items or tasks to find or complete within a set time limit. This can include things like finding a specific statue, taking a picture with a street performer, or visiting a particular landmark. Not only does this give visitors a chance to see some of the city's most famous sights, but it also encourages them to explore some of the lesser-known areas and discover hidden gems. 

Learn playfully while solving riddles

There is always something going on in Manchester, whether it’s a Premiership football match, famous musicians performing live, or an exhibition at one of the great museums. Playing a scavenger hunt in Manchester is a great way to explore the city because it combines fun and adventure with learning about the city's rich history and culture. The scavenger hunt takes participants on a journey through the city, visiting famous landmarks and hidden gems, while also learning about the city's past and present.

A unique and interactive experience

One of the best things about a scavenger hunt is that it allows participants to experience the city in a unique and interactive way. It encourages them to explore areas of the city they might not have otherwise visited, and to look at familiar sights in a new light. By completing tasks andsolving riddles, participants will gain a deeper understanding and appreciation of Manchester: The city is known worldwide for being the first ever industrialized city. In the 19th century, textile manufacturing boomed, and Manchester was at the heart of a global network of manufacturing and trade. Following this development, Manchester expanded at an astonishing rate at the forefront of the nascent industrial Revolution taking place worldwide.

Scavenger Hunt Manchester: Immerse in the city´s past!

As deindustrialization in England began after the Second World War, mostly due to manufacturing moving into cheaper countries, Manchester’s fortunes began to decline. The interactive quests and challenges of our Scavenger Hunt in Manchester, at the most characteristic city sites, allow you to fully immerse in the unsteady past of the city, and what has become of it. Additionally, the scavenger hunt in Manchester can also include tasks related to the history of Manchester's food culture, such as visiting historic pubs or finding out about the origins of local dishes. 

Manchester: A city of science

Manchester is a city of many notable firsts. Not only was it the first industrialized city in the world, a the world's first inter-city passenger railway station was also built here. At the University of Manchester, famous scientist Ernest Rutherford managed to ‘split the atom’ for the first time, thereby giving birth to a new branch of science, nuclear physics. And yet the city might hold just another first in store for you. If you manage to assemble a motivated team and keep your wits about you, you might be able to break our Scavenger Hunt’s high score, earning a spot on our website’s ranking!  

Discover Manchester´s hidden treasure!

Overall, a scavenger hunt is a great way to explore Manchester and discover the city's many hidden treasures. It's a fun and interactive way to learn about the city's history, culture, and landmarks, while also encouraging participants to explore new areas and have a unique experience.

Date
every day
Start/Finish
St. Annes Square
Duration
approx. 3 hrs.
Language
Language
€ 12.99 p.p. For Corporate Clients
Scavenger Hunt
City-related
Difficulty
Action
Teambuilding
Suitable for kids
> 8 years

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!

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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 Redeem
By entering your ticket code you can start your Manchester Scavenger Hunt on your desired date via our app.
03 Discover
Together you will go on the hunt for tricky puzzles, shoot photos and master team tasks.
04 Win
During the hunt you collect points, which in the end decide your place in the highscores.

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 Manchester. With the myCityHunt Teamevent in Manchester 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 Manchester.

  • 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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Frequently Asked Questions

How does the scavenger hunt in Manchester work?

With myCityHunt, Manchester 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 Manchester. Then the scavenger hunt starts: Your mobile phone guides you and your team to numerous places worth seeing in Manchester. 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 Manchester can be found here: https://www.mycityhunt.co.uk/how-it-works.

What does a scavenger hunt in Manchester cost?

The price for a myCityHunt scavenger hunt in Manchester 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.co.uk/tickets.

Which dates does the scavenger hunt take place on?

The myCityHunt scavenger hunt in Manchester 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 Manchester can be booked in the online ticket shop at https://www.mycityhunt.co.uk/tickets.

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