Queen City Quest Scavenger Hunt in Charlotte
Charlotte, United States

Queen City Quest Scavenger Hunt

Outty Ranking 58 4.0 · 5 traveler reviews2 hoursFrom $29

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Outty Ranking

58/100

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Traveler rating

4.0/5

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Quick answer

Is Queen City Quest Scavenger Hunt worth booking?

Queen City Quest Scavenger Hunt is a 2-hour experience in Charlotte, United States, from $29 per person. It scores 58 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look, based on a 4/5 rating across 5 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
58 / 100
Rating
4/5 (5)
Duration
2 hours
From
$29 per person

Our very unique, immersive adventures are the only ones of their kind. We, unlike other companies, provide your very own remote, interactive, live host to assist and encourage you along through your phone. We are an Aust

What you get

    About this experience

    Our very unique, immersive adventures are the only ones of their kind. We, unlike other companies, provide your very own remote, interactive, live host to assist and encourage you along through your phone. We are an Austin, TX-based global custom event design company offering scavenger hunts and other events in 300+ cities in North America and beyond. Our specially hand-crafted adventures are equal parts tour, creative challenge, detective hunt, and social experiment! Guests get to discover in an alternate reality our favorite hidden gems off the beaten trail and creatively interpret fun art, history, and culture clues - for points! They get to enjoy fame and glory while appearing on our website’s international leaderboard, no matter what their score. They get to essentially race other teams in other cities, even if they don’t have competitors who have signed up in their city that day. Get ready to discover unusual oddities, laugh out loud, and make the experience your own!

    What's included

    Included

    • Remote interactive live guide (Must provide domestic phone or WhatsApp number)
    • Digital Scavenger Hunt Document
    • Leaderboard standing
    • Choice to extend the hunt for free
    • Future company alumni discounts

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Charlotte

    Begin outside in front of the starting location.

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    Begin outside in front of the starting location.

    Options you can book

    • Private Hunt (For 10 guests)

    • 11am

    • 2pm

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 10 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Alley Kat Adventures

    Know before you go

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Note: You MUST provide a correct, working, domestic phone number in your reservation in order for your hunt to be possible, since it is remotely hosted. Each team must bring at least one fully charged smart phone that has GPS and that can can send and receive data, photos, videos, and text messages. If you have an international phone number or encounter other technical difficulties, you must complete the game using WhatsApp or email. You can easily provide us with this contact information through a viator message in advance of your hunt.
    • Note: Our scavenger hunts are designed to be enjoyable and accessible for participants of all ages, from kids to adults. The locations of our hunts are carefully selected to be in close proximity to each other, which makes it easy for our participants to navigate through the hunt. Whether you're a local or a tourist, our hunts offer a fun and engaging way to explore the surrounding areas and discover hidden gems.

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 5 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    Good for families

    2 mentions

    Reviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.

    Traveler reviews

    5 verified traveler reviews for Queen City Quest Scavenger Hunt. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    Ariel_C · September 2025

    This was so awful and...

    This was so awful and overpriced. The “scavenger hunt” is basically a PowerPoint of objectives on Canva given to you at the beginning of the game. What’s worse is that the objectives are not up to date…. We quickly realized most of the stores were closed and that a mural we were looking for hadn’t even existed for months. We decided to stop and requested a 50% refund but was offered a credit to do another scavenger hunt. Would not recommend.

    via Viator

    Jacque_C · May 2025

    Family fun

    It was a fun way to explore "off the beaten path" area of NC. Some of the locations were to far to walk to so we ended up driving to them. Still a fun time

    via Viator

    Kim_H · March 2023

    Great for Team Building

    My work team enjoyed the scavenger hunt! This was a team building event and it was awesome! We had a group of 4 and learned all kinds of new things about Charlotte.

    via Viator

    blaufusshome · June 2022

    Family Fun

    Very fun scavenger hunt in an eclectic area of Charlotte. Kat made it so fun with her encouragement. We did the 2 hour but if it wasn’t so hot outside would have loved to do the 4 hour.

    via Viator

    Flyer590232 · April 2022

    Queen City Fun!!

    This was a great way to see the city, and try things we wouldn’t have chosen on our own. It was great fun!

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    2 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    $29 to $250
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    2
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Why this scores 58

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)65
    Review evidence (18% weight)25
    Booking momentum (14% weight)18
    Value for money (12% weight)100
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)34
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Queen City Quest Scavenger Hunt: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Charlotte.

    How much does Queen City Quest Scavenger Hunt cost?

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    Prices start at $29 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Charlotte usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Queen City Quest Scavenger Hunt take?

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    Plan for about 2 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Charlotte is not rushed.

    Is Queen City Quest Scavenger Hunt worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 58 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (4/5 across 5 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Charlotte, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Queen City Quest Scavenger Hunt?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Queen City Quest Scavenger Hunt suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Queen City Quest Scavenger Hunt?

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    Around 2 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Charlotte can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Charlotte and add a light layer if any part of the 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Queen City Quest Scavenger Hunt start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Charlotte within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Charlotte?

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    Charlotte offers NASCAR Hall of Fame and speedway experiences, uptown food and brewery tours, whitewater rafting at the US National Whitewater Center and Blue Ridge day trips. On Outty we rank every Charlotte experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Charlotte's Ultimate Southern Charm Historical City Cart Tour, Charlotte's Original Historical City Tour on Eco- Friendly Cart, 90 Minute Historic Uptown Neighborhood Segway Tour of Charlotte. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Charlotte?

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    April to June and September to October. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Charlotte?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

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