Founding Secrets Philadelphia Scavenger Hunt

3 hours Free cancellation

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About this activity

Founding Secrets transforms Old City Philadelphia into a living game board—where history isn’t narrated, it’s unlocked.

Instead of passively listening to a guide, guests become active players in a high-stakes, challenge-driven experience. Participants decode cryptic clues, solve historically rooted riddles, and complete creative missions that pull them directly into the stories, tensions, and ambitions that shaped the nation. Every decision earns points, sparks competition, and reveals a deeper layer of Philadelphia’s founding legacy.

This is history through strategy, collaboration, and play—designed to energize visitors, strengthen teams, and challenge leaders to think, move, and solve together. Whether you’re competing with colleagues, friends, or fellow travelers, Founding Secrets delivers a premium experience where discovery feels earned, memorable, and unmistakably bold.

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At a glance

Duration: 3 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 30 people
People per booking: 1–10
Operated by: Antigua Concierge and Yacht Support

Ages: Children (12–17 years) · Adults (18–75 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Digital app access

Not included

Not included: WiFI
Not included: Cellphone Service
Not included: Entrance fees to the location are not included or required for the scavenger hunt. If you would like to enter these locations you must pay these fees directly

Itinerary

Founding Secrets is a premium, interactive scavenger hunt through Philadelphia’s most historic neighborhood — Old City. This is not a tour where you listen and walk. This is a challenge-driven experience where guests: Decode clues Solve historic riddles Complete creative missions Compete for points and prizes Discover Philadelphia through play Designed for visitors, corporate teams, friend groups, and leadership retreats. Arrive and Check In -Guests receive digital access (QR code or link) + team assignments Solve & Explore Each stop reveals: -A historic riddle -A location-based task -A creative or strategic challenge Score & Compete -Teams earn points for: -Accuracy -Speed -Creativity -Bonus discoveries Finale & Winner Reveal -Winners announced with and earn bragging rights

Stop 1
Independence Visitor Center
Liberty Bell Center
Betsy Ross House
Elfreth's Alley
Christ Church
Franklin Court

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

There is no in-person meetup required. Once you download the scavenger hunt app, the exact starting location will be revealed inside the app and will automatically activate when you arrive.

How It Works

You will receive download instructions for the scavenger hunt app after purchase

End point

There is no in-person meetup required. Once you download the scavenger hunt app, the exact starting location will be revealed inside the app and will automatically activate when you arrive.

How It Works

You will receive download instructions for the scavenger hunt app after purchase