About this tour
Navigate York's backstreets using riddle-based clues on your phone to discover tucked-away landmarks and quirky corners of the city. Over four hours, you'll decode cryptic challenges and walk roughly five kilometres, unlocking each location as you solve puzzles sent via SMS or Telegram. No guide accompanies you—you're in control of pace and discovery, with support available if you get stuck or need a hint to pinpoint your next waypoint.
Highlights
- Solve riddles to reveal York's lesser-known historical sites
- Self-guided trail sent to your mobile phone
- Walk approximately 5km through the city at your own speed
- Two optional pub stops for refreshment breaks
- Accessible for all fitness levels with pram-friendly routes
- Message support if you lose your way mid-trail
- Works via SMS or Telegram app (both free)
What to expect
You'll receive a sequence of riddles on your phone that point you towards specific locations around York. Read each clue, work out where it's leading, then walk there and search the immediate area for the answer. Once found, message back or input your solution to unlock the next puzzle. The trail keeps you moving and looking properly at your surroundings—noticing architectural details, street names, and hidden plaques you'd otherwise walk past. Two pubs along the route offer optional sit-downs; skip them if you'd rather maintain momentum. The experience is entirely self-paced; there's no guide in tow, just you, your phone, and the city.
Good to know
Bring a fully charged phone with data or text capability. Wear comfortable walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing. The route covers roughly five kilometres on foot. If you get genuinely lost, message 'Lost' for detailed directions; 'Hint' will help you locate the answer at your current spot. Contact support via Facebook Messenger for any issues.
Frequently asked
- How long does Interactive Treasure Hunt Experience of York's Secret take?
- Interactive Treasure Hunt Experience of York's Secret runs for approximately 4 hours.
- How much does Interactive Treasure Hunt Experience of York's Secret cost?
- Prices start from GBP $15 per person. Final pricing varies by date, group size and any add-ons — confirmed at checkout via Viator.
- Where does Interactive Treasure Hunt Experience of York's Secret run?
- This tour operates around United Kingdom. Specific meeting points and pickup options are listed by the operator at checkout.
- Who runs Interactive Treasure Hunt Experience of York's Secret?
- The tour is sold and operated by its supplier through Viator. New Forest National Park earns a small commission on bookings made via the link, which keeps this site free for travellers.
- Is the tour confirmed at the listed price?
- The price shown is the operator's "from" price as of our last sync. Final price, currency conversion, group discounts and cancellation policy are confirmed at checkout — always review before paying.
Tour sold and operated by its supplier via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original New Forest National Park summaries, not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.