How City Quest Adventures Works
Ready to explore St. Augustine like never before? Our self-guided scavenger hunt tours are simple to start, fun to play, and packed with history. Here’s everything you need to know to begin your adventure.
🎟️ Step 1: Choose Your Quest
We currently offer 6 tours in St. Augustine, each covering a different theme and neighborhood — from the haunted old city to the historic waterfront. Every quest takes roughly 1–2 hours on foot and is designed for groups, families, couples, and solo adventurers. Here are just a couple of examples:
- Black History Quest – Discover the untold African American history of the nation’s oldest city
- San Marco Quest – Explore the historic San Marco neighborhood and its iconic landmarks
- …and 4 more St. Augustine quests – covering the historic downtown, colonial forts, waterfront, and more
🛒 Step 2: Purchase Online
Purchase your tour directly from our website. No app download required — our tours run entirely in your mobile browser. After checkout you’ll receive a unique access code (or purchase confirmation) that unlocks your quest.
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- Purchase once, play anytime — your progress is saved automatically
- Perfect for last-minute plans — start within minutes of purchasing
📍 Step 3: Head to the Starting Point
Each quest begins at a designated starting location in St. Augustine. Simply open your confirmation on your phone’s browser, tap “Begin Adventure,” and you’ll see your first stop on an interactive map. No printing required — everything is on your phone.
- Works on any smartphone with a browser (iPhone or Android)
- Interactive map shows your current stop and route
- Start and stop whenever you like — your progress is always saved
🧩 Step 4: Solve Clues & Earn Points
At each stop, you’ll find a historical landmark along with a fun fact and a question to answer. Answer correctly to earn points! If you’re stuck, use a hint — but watch out, hints cost 25 points. Your total score at the end reflects how well you did across all stops.
- Multiple choice and text-input answers — varies by stop
- Wrong answers deduct points, so think carefully!
- Fun facts at every stop — you’ll learn something new on every quest
🏁 Step 5: Finish & See Your Score
Once you’ve visited all stops and answered every question, you’ll see your final score along with a completion summary. Challenge yourself to improve your score on a second run — or bring friends and compete to see who knows St. Augustine best!
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to download an app?
No! City Quest Adventures runs entirely in your mobile web browser. There’s nothing to download or install. Just open the link on your smartphone and you’re ready to go.
How long does each tour take?
Most tours take between 1.5 and 2 hours to complete, depending on your pace and how much time you spend at each stop. The distance is typically 1–2 miles of walking.
Can I play with a group or family?
Absolutely! Our tours are designed to be enjoyed by groups, families, couples, and individuals. One purchase covers your entire group — just gather around one phone or pass it around at each stop.
What happens if I don’t finish in one session?
No problem! Your progress is automatically saved. When you return, you’ll see a resume option showing exactly which stop you’re on and how many points you’ve earned so far. You can pick up right where you left off.
Do I need Wi-Fi or cell service?
You’ll need an internet connection to load the tour and submit answers. We recommend downloading the tour on Wi-Fi before heading out, or ensuring you have reliable cell service in downtown St. Augustine.
Ready to Start Your Adventure?
Browse our available tours and book your St. Augustine scavenger hunt today. History has never been this much fun!