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DOWNTOWN BOSTON

The Bonkers in Boston Family Scavenger Hunt
Recommended by GoCityKids.com
Step into the time machine and set the dial for 1776, as you go in search for a Strong man in Faneuil Hall, enormous fruit in Quincy Hall, a giant’s tea kettle, Mother Goose’s flock in a cemetery, a place where Ben Franklin got dunked, a basketball star’s sneakers, enemy animals, and more. For ages 7 and up. Kids must be accompanied by adults, and vice versa—teams with only adults are not permitted on this hunt. Advance purchase required. Meeting place information


The Secrets of Old Boston Scavenger Hunt
If you think you know “Old Boston”—from the Boston Common to the North End—then prepare to be surprised. Discover the secrets of such historic places as Faneuil Hall, Paul Revere's house, the Old North Church (where the lantern code was "One if by land..."), Old City Hall, the Old South Meeting House (where a particularly large tea party had its beginnings), the Old State House, the aromatic food stands in Quincy Market, Italian bakeries, and much more. Starring Ben Franklin, Larry Bird, the Kennedys, Mother Goose, Gulliver's tea kettle, and an Irishman's "bowl of tears." Advance purchase required. Meeting place information


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MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS, BOSTON

The MFA Madness Family Scavenger Hunt
Recommended by GoCityKids.com
See art in a new way on a zany search to find out why a mummy wears lipstick, what makes Cupid the Roman Bart Simpson, why Garfield would like an Egyptian goddess, and which saint clobbers Satan at a wedding. Kids must be accompanied by adults, and vice versa—teams with only adults are not permitted on this hunt. Advance purchase required. Meeting place information


The Murder at the MFA Scavenger Hunt
A curator has been murdered and left a trail of clues connected with secrets in works of art. As your team gathers answers about the art, you begin to piece together a sordid tale about greed, lust, pride, revenge and treachery, all revolving around the museum’s planned multi-million-dollar purchase of a long-lost painting by Leonardo Da Vinci. The murder victim knew too much—and now it’s up to you to learn what he knew and discover what drove one of four suspects to commit murder. To find out, you’ll have to crack a secret code left in the victim’s appointment calendar. Can you figure out who dunnit? Be prepared for our most challenging hunt. Advance purchase required. Meeting place information


The Naked at the MFA Scavenger Hunt
Featured in the Boston Herald
Take an unblushing look at nudity in art at the Museum of Fine Arts. You’ll scrutinize such things and scenes as paintings, sculptures, period rooms, randy Romans, a “stag” party drinking game, Gauguin’s island girls, sufferin’ Sabines (as Sylvester might say), Father Time's hot time, and a god with Venus envy. No knowledge of art, or nudity, is required. Advance purchase required. Meeting place information


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MUSEUM OF SCIENCE

NEW! The Murder at the Science Museum Scavenger Hunt
Someone, or something, has been bumping off Museum of Science staffers involved in the recent discovery of a long-lost invention by Benjamin Franklin. This “infernal machine” has a murky past: Freemasons supposedly used it as part of a secret ritual. Are the deaths caused by the invention, or part of the fabled “Curse of the Freemasons”? Or is a serial killer on the loose? Your team of sleuths will have to crack a secret code and uncover the museum’s secrets to solve the mystery and stop the killings. This hunt is for adults only. Advance purchase required. Meeting place information


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NEW ENGLAND AQUARIUM

The Go Fish Family Scavenger Hunt
You’ll not only find Nemo—or at least his cousin—you’ll also discover a fish that grinds its teeth, urchins that seem to eat steel, a fat-lipped ocean pout, the shocking sound of an electric eel, punk penguins, fish that glow in the dark, and more. The December 14 hunt will be the last time we offer this as a public hunt, so don’t miss out! (It will be available only for private hunts after that.) Kids must be accompanied by adults, and vice versa—teams with only adults are not permitted on this hunt. Advance payment required, click on the button below to see prices. Meeting place information


The Swimming with Sharks Scavenger Hunt
At the New England Aquarium, you’ll spiral around the Giant Ocean Tank and dive into exhibits starring seals, sharks, penguins, and some of the deep’s most colorful and bizarre creatures. Highlights include hopping fish, bifocaled fish, bisexual fish, punk penguins and a tomato clownfish (no doubt laughed at by the other fish in his school). Advance purchase required.


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SALEM

The Haunted Salem Scavenger Hunt
BOO! Sorry to startle you like that, but you might as well prepare now for this “spirited” search for the ghosts and historic highlights of this, um, bewitching town. Armed with only a flashlight, you’ll learn the tales of the restless souls you disturb. Find out how Witch Trials villain Sheriff Corwin has helped one house become the “fourth most haunted” in America, visit locations associated with the crushed-to-death execution of suspected wizard Giles Corey and assorted witches, see where Nathaniel Hawthorne met a ghost, and learn from one murder victim why you should never brag about treasure hidden in your home. Advance purchase required.


The Witches of Salem Family Scavenger Hunt
Recommended by GoCityKids.com
Go in search of witches and other weird wonders in Salem. Kids and adults work together to solve tricky questions while learning the tales behind old buildings, statues, and graveyards. For ages 7 and up. Kids must be accompanied by adults, and vice versa—teams with only adults are not permitted on this hunt. Advance purchase required.


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GO DELUXE: INFORMATION ABOUT PRIVATE HUNTS

Get up, get out, get on the move and discover how Watson Adventures Scavenger Hunts bring people together and forges bonds in surprising ways. And when it’s a private hunt, you have the hunt all to yourself—you get to choose the hunt, the date and the time. Plus you can add custom elements, such as Team Photo Challenges and trivia questions about the participants. But please note that private hunts do cost significantly more: Prices start at $600.

To learn more about private hunts, see Private Hunts or Contact Us.

Contact Us about Public Hunts

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Last updated: 31-Dec-2008 11:47 AM