Top Newcastle-upon-Tyne Fun & Games

Save hours of research time and discover the secret parts of Newcastle that only locals know about with this self-guided tour and treasure hunt. Instead of being stuck on a tour bus, get out in the fresh air and explore the city’s highlights independently in your own time. No need to worry about sticking to a strict schedule; start the tour whenever you like.

Newcastle has a castle, a Roman wall, a Victorian covered market, and a bridge that could outshine any city's skyline — let the riddles introduce them all. This app-led scavenger hunt takes you through Newcastle upon Tyne on foot, using phone-based riddles to guide you from one landmark to the next. No guide, no fixed start time. • Solve clues at the Grainger Market, St Nicholas Cathedral, and Newcastle Castle — Victorian commerce, medieval faith, and Norman fortitude on one walk • Go at your own pace through Newcastle with no guide and no fixed start time • Great for families, history lovers, and groups of any size Available in 24 languages including English, French, German, Spanish, Italian — see the full list when booking and choose yours when you start the game in the app. Around 2 hours - any group size. The Tyne doesn't take a day off — neither should you.

Discover how you can survive a zombie apocalypse with the help of an app on this private digital scavenger hunt around Newcastle upon Tyne. Fun for groups of up to ten people, this zombie apocalypse themed game tests your skills as you search for items and complete challenges to collect points before seeing how you fare on a digital leaderboard.

Using an app on your smartphone, you'll be given nearly 120 objects to find during your scavenger hunt. You'll then wander throughout the downtown area searching for the items. Once you've found the object, you'll send a photo in to score points. Along the way, you will perform challenges for even more points. You'll have 13 categories of objects you can find in this city walk, with each object varying in points depending on the difficulty. Don't worry, you won't be alone. You'll have a remote guide that will be texting you during your game if you need help or have a question. They will also encourage you and give you hints along the way! The objective of the game is to have fun, rank #1 on the leaderboard, and try to get as many points as possible by finding all of the objects!

Operation City Quest of Sunderland is a great way to see the city! Use an app to submit photos of items you find around the city and challenges you complete for points. The items and challenges can be completed in any order you prefer! See your score on the app leaderboard to see how you compare. The scavenger hunt includes a remote host to help via chat along the way. Come discover Sunderland.

Set your curiosity in motion with the Full Steam Ahead outdoor escape game in Newcastle. This unique adventure leads you through the city's historic streets, revealing the true story of engineering pioneers George and Robert Stephenson. As you navigate real landmarks, you'll solve interactive puzzles that uncover the thrilling challenges and triumphs of the railway age. Guided by an interactive app, discover virtual clues that bring the past to life, allowing for a flexible exploration at your own pace. Perfect for families, friends, or solo travellers, this immersive experience transforms Newcastle into your very own outdoor escape room style game.

Join the Newcastle adventure! Discover the city’s rich history, from its Roman beginnings to its important role in the Industrial Revolution. Admire the iconic Grey's Monument, explore the historic Newcastle Castle, and wander through the lively Bigg Market. Along the way, solve intriguing mysteries—like the story behind the Black Gate and why Earl Grey tea became so famous. Take fun selfies, answer quirky questions, and enjoy a playful journey through time. But hurry—the clock is ticking!

Turning City Streets Into an Adventure Playground! Get a unique perspective of the city centre on this self-guided, interactive treasure hunt. It's the best way to see Newcastle! On your adventure, unlock a hidden trail by finding clues, solving puzzles and completing challenges, earning points along the way. During your Quest you will not only discover the city's highlights but explore hidden gems, learn some fun facts about the places you visit and see things that most people just pass by. As the activity is all self-guided through the app, you can start your Quest when you want (must be played during daylight hours), there are no set starting/ending times. No groups to follow. You can go at your own pace, stopping for longer in one location, taking a break or having a snack in one of the many cafes and pubs along the trail OR you can make it a race and try to get to the top of the city leaderboard! Instant access with nothing to print from home. Will you conquer the Quest?