EPIC TEAM-BUILDING
SCAVENGER HUNTS IN ICONIC NYC PLACES

EPIC TEAM-BUILDING SCAVENGER HUNTS IN ICONIC NYC PLACES

Hosted by expert Game Masters. Packed with NYC trivia, clever puzzles, and friendly competition!


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Erika GrouellTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
We partnered with Secret City for our global company offsite in NYC, running the 'Meatpacking Marvels' hunt for a massive group of nearly 270 people, and they delivered an unforgettable experience! Jared and the onsite staff were fantastic to work with from initial planning to day-of coordination. The game design combining clever neighborhood trivia, creative photo/video challenges, and pen-and-paper clues got our globally distributed team moving, laughing, and working together right away. In our post-event feedback survey, numerous attendees specifically highlighted the scavenger hunt as one of their favorite and most memorable moments of the entire week. If you are organizing a large corporate offsite and want a high-energy activity that drives genuine connection and showcases the best of NYC, Secret City is top-tier. Highly recommended!Posted on Google
Guy MichaelTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Did a Scavenger Hunt with Secret City with my work, had an amazing time exploring Chelsea Market and Pier 57. Had an amazing time and it was a really fun activity!Posted on Google
Nirbha GhuryeTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Krista was our host and it was a great experience! The hunt itself was really fun and well organized. Would recommend.Posted on Google
Rachael Moss-DuGanTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
We chose Secret City Scavenger Hunts for our work outing (teachers) in Williamsburg. They were able to work with our budget to provide a fun group experience. Despite some surprise rain (where we had the choice to change to an indoor hunt instead but opted to stay the course) we were able to complete the 2-hour experience and learned more about a part of the city that many of us thought we knew! Thank you again for a great time.Posted on Google
Miles WestrichTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Our team had an awesome time around Rockefeller Center! Had a blast going in and out of all the surrounding buildings learning about all the history behind them. The competitive nature also added an extra aspect to the hunt that made the whole experience even more fun!Posted on Google
ES AdminTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
We had a fantastic experience with the scavenger hunt event. Coordination and communication is super easy and quick from the start until the event. Activity was well organized, engaging, and a great way to break out of the "meeting room" environment for the team. What we appreciated most was the opportunity to discover places and details around Midtown Manhattan that we would likely have missed as typical tourists. It made the experience feel authentic, memorable, and a fun way to explore New York while working together as a team. Special thanks to Walter, who was a wonderful host and kept the energy high throughout the hunt. Highly recommended for corporate team-building events or group outings!!Posted on Google
MaartenTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Our team of 8 people had a great time doing the scavenger hunt at Grand Central. Everybody enjoyed it! Communication was super and we met our Guide, Leigh, right on time for the event. Leigh was great, gave clear instructions, and took a few candid pics during the hunt. We split up in two teams of four people which was a perfect number. The hunt was well designed. The clues were good (not too difficult and not too easy) and we saw a lot of aspects of Grand Central that we would have never noticed if we had just walked through.Posted on Google
Mike D'AndreaTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
I organized a hunt at the AMNH for 20 of my friends, and we all had a blast! Would absolutely plan another event with Secret City.Posted on Google
Meg RobinsonTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Our large team of 60+ had the BEST time with Secret City Scavenger Hunts! Super organized, worked with us for months setting everything up. We were even able to pivot (EASILY!) day of when rain was in the forecast. Thanks to Jared and team for an amazing event!Posted on Google
YY ChenTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Office Summer Outing of ~35 people! Our group of about 35 people had a fantastic time on the Wonders of Williamsburg tour, with Walter as our engaging host. As promised, the Hunt was mostly analog, with clues located on the outside and sometimes inside of various businesses on a meandering route through Williamsburg. I loved that they were mostly small businesses and that most clues could be solved within 15 seconds or so, which kept the Hunt moving at fast clip. We were asked for members of each team to join a communal whatsapp group, to upload photos/videos that fulfilled certain challenges. The weather was beautiful but edging into almost too hot & sunny for a 2-hour Hunt where you’re in almost constant motion. Our group ages range from 19 to 79 and everyone enjoyed themselves! Thank you Secret City for great communication leading up to and at our event!Posted on Google
R. HegeloffTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
We had an absolutely fantastic experience with Secret City Scavenger Hunts! We booked a private hunt for a group of 26 to celebrate a milestone birthday, and everything exceeded our expectations. A special thank you to our guide, Walter, who was witty, engaging, and kept our large group entertained from start to finish. We were especially impressed by the company’s flexibility and outstanding communication. With the weather forecast changing, they worked closely with us to adjust our meeting location and ensure the event could still go ahead smoothly. Their responsiveness and willingness to accommodate us made the planning process completely stress-free. Even though many of us have spent countless hours in this part of New York City, we were amazed by how many interesting facts and hidden stories we learned about places we thought we already knew. It was the perfect mix of fun, teamwork, history, and discovery. If you’re looking for a unique group activity—whether for a birthday, corporate event, or just a fun day with friends—I can’t recommend Secret City Scavenger Hunts highly enough. Thank you for making our celebration so memorable!Posted on Google
Joann KuskTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
This is our second year booking with Secret City! We had another amazing Museum Scavenger Hunt at the Museum, so I am happy to repost this review. Thank you for an amazing experience. If you are a teacher and wish to do something fun with your students, I would absolutely recommend booking a museum scavenger hunt at the Museum of Natural History with Secret City Scavenger Hunts. Our 10th graders had so much fun going through the museum on their adventure. Booking with Jared was seamless; his level of professionalism, attention to detail, and kindness made this process a joyful experience. Our guide, Laura K., is truly delightful. Laura is extremely knowledgable, great with communication, and has so much energy! Teachers, camp leaders, youth group leaders: this is the perfect way to book a tour of the museum so you do not have to worry about which exhibits might be closed or trying to figure out how to make the most of your museum time because Secret City guides are at the experts - easiest field trip ever! We cannot wait to book another scavenger hunt. Jared and Laura, you are the best!Posted on Google
Michelle TejedaTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
We did Secret City’s scavenger hunt at the Museum of Natural History for a birthday celebration with 10 friends and had an absolute blast. The questions were thoughtfully designed to make you truly engage with the exhibits — and with no phones allowed, it felt like a real adventure. It worked beautifully for all ages, and we’re already planning our next location. Highly recommend! James was top notch and had us engaged the whole time. It was finding him around the museum (it was like playing where is Waldo.)+0Posted on Google
KarenTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Our hunt was so much fun! Great clues! Not too hard to be frustrating and not too easy to be boring. It was a perfect afternoon to celebrate a family birthday.Posted on Google
Alina ZhaoTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Our team had a great time at this event - it was very well planned and just challenging enough. Our host Linda did a great job organizing everything the day of the event, and Jared was also very responsive and helpful with handling the event coordination. Would definitely recommend as a team building event!!Posted on Google
Loretta PernaTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
The Hermanitas of Kennett High School had an incredible time with Secret City Scavenger Hunts at Grand Central Terminal! From start to finish, the experience was engaging, exciting, and full of energy for both our students and chaperones. A huge thank you to our wonderful hosts, Julie, Lisa, and James, who were not only fun but also incredibly accommodating with our time constraints. Their flexibility and enthusiasm made the entire experience run smoothly. The students had an amazing time working together, solving challenges, and exploring one of NYC’s most iconic landmarks in such a unique way. Special thanks to Jared for guiding me in choosing the perfect hunt for our group. Jared, you truly helped make this experience a success! All in all, it was a fantastic experience, and I highly recommend Secret City Scavenger Hunts to any group looking for a fun, interactive, and memorable adventure!+8Posted on Google
Danielle CummingsTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Had such a blast. Local New Yorkers said they realized how little they knew about their own city. As someone who loves to walk around staring up at the buildings and reading the plaques, I was living my best life!! The competition fuels you to move at a quick clip, but the SoHo hunt was so fun and beautiful. There's really not enough time to stop and eat on the hunt haha so be prepared to flag things in your map that you want to return to! But it was just so much fun to work as a team running around and figuring things out. I went with friends to celebrate my ten year anniversary in the city, and afterwards we were all buzzing about how perfect and unique it was. Here's hoping I can do it again someday! Thom, our guide, was so warm and genuine and I was grateful for his kind, positive energy. Also had an awesome experience with the customer support in planning from the beginning; they're willing to work with you to make sure you and your group have the best time, and even to adjust if weather changes the week of!! I'd recommend this to anyone!!Posted on Google
Daniel AsipTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Jared was very helpful and responsive prior to and after our hunt. Our host, Laura, made it a fun experience.Posted on Google
KirkTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Fun fun funPosted on Google
Claudia GonzalezTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
We had an absolutely incredible experience with this team. Jared, Joe, and Sofia hosted a scavenger hunt for our group and it truly exceeded every expectation. Our UN team had so much fun and could not stop talking about how enjoyable and well organized the activity was. It was a fantastic bonding experience and we even got a great workout at the same time which was a wonderful bonus. The energy, professionalism, and enthusiasm from the staff made the entire event unforgettable. I highly recommend this company for any team building activity, corporate gathering, or group event. We will absolutely return in the future.
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We partnered with Secret City for our global company offsite in NYC, running the 'Meatpacking Marvels' hunt for a massive group of nearly 270 people, and they delivered an unforgettable experience! Jared and the onsite staff were fantastic to work with from initial planning to day-of coordination. The game design combining clever neighborhood trivia, creative photo/video challenges, and pen-and-paper clues got our globally distributed team moving, laughing, and working together right away. In our post-event feedback survey, numerous attendees specifically highlighted the scavenger hunt as one of their favorite and most memorable moments of the entire week. If you are organizing a large corporate offsite and want a high-energy activity that drives genuine connection and showcases the best of NYC, Secret City is top-tier. Highly recommended!
Erika Grouell0 days ago
Did a Scavenger Hunt with Secret City with my work, had an amazing time exploring Chelsea Market and Pier 57. Had an amazing time and it was a really fun activity!
Guy Michael5 days ago
Krista was our host and it was a great experience! The hunt itself was really fun and well organized. Would recommend.
Nirbha Ghurye17 days ago
We chose Secret City Scavenger Hunts for our work outing (teachers) in Williamsburg. They were able to work with our budget to provide a fun group experience. Despite some surprise rain (where we had the choice to change to an indoor hunt instead but opted to stay the course) we were able to complete the 2-hour experience and learned more about a part of the city that many of us thought we knew! Thank you again for a great time.
Rachael Moss-DuGan39 days ago
Our team had an awesome time around Rockefeller Center! Had a blast going in and out of all the surrounding buildings learning about all the history behind them. The competitive nature also added an extra aspect to the hunt that made the whole experience even more fun!
Miles Westrich39 days ago
We had a fantastic experience with the scavenger hunt event. Coordination and communication is super easy and quick from the start until the event. Activity was well organized, engaging, and a great way to break out of the "meeting room" environment for the team. What we appreciated most was the opportunity to discover places and details around Midtown Manhattan that we would likely have missed as typical tourists. It made the experience feel authentic, memorable, and a fun way to explore New York while working together as a team. Special thanks to Walter, who was a wonderful host and kept the energy high throughout the hunt. Highly recommended for corporate team-building events or group outings!!
ES Admin42 days ago
Our team of 8 people had a great time doing the scavenger hunt at Grand Central. Everybody enjoyed it! Communication was super and we met our Guide, Leigh, right on time for the event. Leigh was great, gave clear instructions, and took a few candid pics during the hunt. We split up in two teams of four people which was a perfect number. The hunt was well designed. The clues were good (not too difficult and not too easy) and we saw a lot of aspects of Grand Central that we would have never noticed if we had just walked through.
Maarten68 days ago
I organized a hunt at the AMNH for 20 of my friends, and we all had a blast! Would absolutely plan another event with Secret City.
Mike D'Andrea70 days ago
Our large team of 60+ had the BEST time with Secret City Scavenger Hunts! Super organized, worked with us for months setting everything up. We were even able to pivot (EASILY!) day of when rain was in the forecast. Thanks to Jared and team for an amazing event!
Meg Robinson97 days ago
Office Summer Outing of ~35 people! Our group of about 35 people had a fantastic time on the Wonders of Williamsburg tour, with Walter as our engaging host. As promised, the Hunt was mostly analog, with clues located on the outside and sometimes inside of various businesses on a meandering route through Williamsburg. I loved that they were mostly small businesses and that most clues could be solved within 15 seconds or so, which kept the Hunt moving at fast clip. We were asked for members of each team to join a communal whatsapp group, to upload photos/videos that fulfilled certain challenges. The weather was beautiful but edging into almost too hot & sunny for a 2-hour Hunt where you’re in almost constant motion. Our group ages range from 19 to 79 and everyone enjoyed themselves! Thank you Secret City for great communication leading up to and at our event!
YY Chen104 days ago
We had an absolutely fantastic experience with Secret City Scavenger Hunts! We booked a private hunt for a group of 26 to celebrate a milestone birthday, and everything exceeded our expectations. A special thank you to our guide, Walter, who was witty, engaging, and kept our large group entertained from start to finish. We were especially impressed by the company’s flexibility and outstanding communication. With the weather forecast changing, they worked closely with us to adjust our meeting location and ensure the event could still go ahead smoothly. Their responsiveness and willingness to accommodate us made the planning process completely stress-free. Even though many of us have spent countless hours in this part of New York City, we were amazed by how many interesting facts and hidden stories we learned about places we thought we already knew. It was the perfect mix of fun, teamwork, history, and discovery. If you’re looking for a unique group activity—whether for a birthday, corporate event, or just a fun day with friends—I can’t recommend Secret City Scavenger Hunts highly enough. Thank you for making our celebration so memorable!
R. Hegeloff106 days ago
This is our second year booking with Secret City! We had another amazing Museum Scavenger Hunt at the Museum, so I am happy to repost this review. Thank you for an amazing experience. If you are a teacher and wish to do something fun with your students, I would absolutely recommend booking a museum scavenger hunt at the Museum of Natural History with Secret City Scavenger Hunts. Our 10th graders had so much fun going through the museum on their adventure. Booking with Jared was seamless; his level of professionalism, attention to detail, and kindness made this process a joyful experience. Our guide, Laura K., is truly delightful. Laura is extremely knowledgable, great with communication, and has so much energy! Teachers, camp leaders, youth group leaders: this is the perfect way to book a tour of the museum so you do not have to worry about which exhibits might be closed or trying to figure out how to make the most of your museum time because Secret City guides are at the experts - easiest field trip ever! We cannot wait to book another scavenger hunt. Jared and Laura, you are the best!
Joann Kusk138 days ago
We did Secret City’s scavenger hunt at the Museum of Natural History for a birthday celebration with 10 friends and had an absolute blast. The questions were thoughtfully designed to make you truly engage with the exhibits — and with no phones allowed, it felt like a real adventure. It worked beautifully for all ages, and we’re already planning our next location. Highly recommend! James was top notch and had us engaged the whole time. It was finding him around the museum (it was like playing where is Waldo.)
Michelle Tejeda168 days ago
Our hunt was so much fun! Great clues! Not too hard to be frustrating and not too easy to be boring. It was a perfect afternoon to celebrate a family birthday.
Karen181 days ago
Our team had a great time at this event - it was very well planned and just challenging enough. Our host Linda did a great job organizing everything the day of the event, and Jared was also very responsive and helpful with handling the event coordination. Would definitely recommend as a team building event!!
Alina Zhao181 days ago
The Hermanitas of Kennett High School had an incredible time with Secret City Scavenger Hunts at Grand Central Terminal! From start to finish, the experience was engaging, exciting, and full of energy for both our students and chaperones. A huge thank you to our wonderful hosts, Julie, Lisa, and James, who were not only fun but also incredibly accommodating with our time constraints. Their flexibility and enthusiasm made the entire experience run smoothly. The students had an amazing time working together, solving challenges, and exploring one of NYC’s most iconic landmarks in such a unique way. Special thanks to Jared for guiding me in choosing the perfect hunt for our group. Jared, you truly helped make this experience a success! All in all, it was a fantastic experience, and I highly recommend Secret City Scavenger Hunts to any group looking for a fun, interactive, and memorable adventure!
Loretta Perna227 days ago
Had such a blast. Local New Yorkers said they realized how little they knew about their own city. As someone who loves to walk around staring up at the buildings and reading the plaques, I was living my best life!! The competition fuels you to move at a quick clip, but the SoHo hunt was so fun and beautiful. There's really not enough time to stop and eat on the hunt haha so be prepared to flag things in your map that you want to return to! But it was just so much fun to work as a team running around and figuring things out. I went with friends to celebrate my ten year anniversary in the city, and afterwards we were all buzzing about how perfect and unique it was. Here's hoping I can do it again someday! Thom, our guide, was so warm and genuine and I was grateful for his kind, positive energy. Also had an awesome experience with the customer support in planning from the beginning; they're willing to work with you to make sure you and your group have the best time, and even to adjust if weather changes the week of!! I'd recommend this to anyone!!
Danielle Cummings235 days ago
Jared was very helpful and responsive prior to and after our hunt. Our host, Laura, made it a fun experience.
Daniel Asip290 days ago
Fun fun fun
Kirk328 days ago
We had an absolutely incredible experience with this team. Jared, Joe, and Sofia hosted a scavenger hunt for our group and it truly exceeded every expectation. Our UN team had so much fun and could not stop talking about how enjoyable and well organized the activity was. It was a fantastic bonding experience and we even got a great workout at the same time which was a wonderful bonus. The energy, professionalism, and enthusiasm from the staff made the entire event unforgettable. I highly recommend this company for any team building activity, corporate gathering, or group event. We will absolutely return in the future.
Claudia Gonzalez333 days ago
Turning NYC into Your Game Board Since 2008
You’ve got a group, and you’re searching for something fun and different to do — not just a tour, but a high-energy, hands-on urban adventure.
Secret City creates memorable team competitions at landmark NYC locations like Grand Central Terminal, the American Museum of Natural History, Central Park, and more. Each scavenger hunt is expertly facilitated to be fun, engaging, and to forge real connections.
Whatever your occasion, we help you bond through shared experience. Enjoy smart challenges, hidden secrets, and real-life exploration — in the heart of the world’s greatest city. No apps needed — just pen, paper, and your people!


How the Hunt Works
Think Jeopardy meets Wheel of Fortune meets a New York Times crossword puzzle, in the real world. A Secret City scavenger hunt is:
This is what we deliver. Every time.


My usually mild-mannered colleagues turned into fierce competitors and raced around Grand Central like warriors.
Karin Crighton
Northwestern Mutual
40-person staff event

Why Secret City?
What began in 2008 has become a signature NYC experience — scavenger hunts built for teams, powered by curiosity, and polished by 17+ years of craft.



Every hunt begins with a quick conversation.
Email: adventure@secretcity.com
Call us @ (212) 951-0140
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New York, NY 10017




