Chicago Magnificent Mile Scavenger Hunt Walking Tour

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Chicago Magnificent Mile Scavenger Hunt Walking Tour

  • Join our engaging scavenger hunt and explore the vibrant area around The Magnificent Mile in Chicago. Begin your adventure at the historic Old Water Tower, one of the few structures to survive the Great Chicago Fire. Admire the gothic architecture of the Tribune Tower, embedded with stones from historical sites worldwide. Walk along the Chicago River, site of the tragic Eastland Disaster, and reflect at the poignant World War I Memorial. Visit the Bataan-Corregidor Memorial Bridge, honoring the heroes of World War II. Discover the history of Old Fort Dearborn and imagine Chicago’s early days. Each clue leads you through these significant sites, blending the city’s rich history with its modern urban charm, right in the heart of Chicago’s most famous shopping district. Ready to discover Chicago in a whole new way? Let the adventure begin!
  • You and your team solve 20 fun puzzles and challenges along the way.
  • It’s one of the best things to do in Chicago, Illinois for families, or for couples looking for a unique date idea, or anyone looking for fun things to do in Chicago.
  • Takes about 2 and a half hours hours to complete, with about 2.5 miles of walking.
  • $49 covers your whole team (2 to 6 people recommended)
  • More than 6 people? Buy one scavenger hunt per team – still just $49 per team of up to 6. Race each other to the finish, or for the highest score.

Points of Interest Along the Way

  • Site of the Eastland Disaster
  • Old Water Tower
  • Allerton Hotel
  • Tribune Tower
  • Bataan-Corregidor Memorial Bridge
  • Old Fort Dearborn
  • Chicago River
  • World War I Memorial
  • Many other interesting Chicago sights

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How to Play

  • Add this scavenger hunt to your cart and complete checkout.
  • The scavenger hunt content will be available on this page, and under the My Account section on the menu.
  • The Chicago Magnificent Mile Scavenger Hunt Walking Tour starts and ends near the Chicago Water Tower at 806 Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60611.
  • Once you’re at the starting location, log in to your account using the email address and password you entered when buying the scavenger hunt.
  • If you’re playing with more than 5 or 6 people, we recommend having a captain of each team complete these steps to create their account for the team.

What to Bring

  • Required: A fully-charged smartphone or other device with Internet connection to get the questions and submit your answers as you complete the scavenger hunt
  • Water bottle and comfortable shoes for walking
  • Paper, pencil or pens to take notes and solve puzzles

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