Top Grand Rapids Self-guided Tours

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!

Set off on an unforgettable adventure in Grand Rapids! Explore the city’s deep roots, from the heritage of the Ottawa tribes to the bustling fur trade of the 19th century. Snap selfies, solve clever riddles, and uncover stories about influential figures like Jay Van Andel. Admire inspiring works of art—from bronze sculptures by Vincent Da Silva to the striking “Ecliptic” fountain. Follow in the footsteps of civil rights activists, dive into the city’s rich baseball tradition, and discover the surprising invention of the carpet sweeper. Ready to join the fun?

Learn all about Grand Rapids the fun way with this private scavenger hunt around the city. You’ll have a series of quests to overcome with a time limit, so there is a challenge involved. If you need help, you’ll always have a remote host, so no need to feel stressed at any time. Just have fun exploring Grand Rapids with your private group.

Holly Jolly Hunt is a scavenger hunt that is played using an app on your smartphone, that brings your entire family and friends together for holiday cheer. During the adventure you’ll be seeking out all the traditional, and even the non-traditional holiday items we all see this time of year around the city. You’ll get points for each item you find. The goal is to capture as many items as you can in order to score as many points as possible and get 1st place on the leaderboard. Along the way you’ll be asked to perform silly holiday themed tasks meant to bring laughter and smiles to everyone involved. Come play with us. Young or old, this is a scavenger hunt for everyone that enjoys this time of year. We promise you will create holiday memories that you will not forget! Holly Jolly Hunt can be played in any city!

What makes our hunts stand out from other app-based scavenger hunts? We've designed a royal-themed adventure that puts you in the driver's seat. Our gameplay turn a simple walk into an unforgettable quest. A Royal Quest Theme: The rotating royalty role turns every hunt into a team effort. Everyone in your group gets an opportunity wearing the crown and leading the missions to save the city. A Live Remote Host: Our live, virtual host is always just a chat away. They're ready to provide hints or answer questions, so you never feel stuck and can focus on having a great time. Flexible and Self-Paced: The entire hunt is managed through our simple app, and we don't believe in timers. This means you can take as long as you need, stopping for breaks or to take photos along the way. A Focus on Fun: We prioritize fun and laughter over historical facts. Our quirky challenges and playful missions are designed to bring out your competitive spirit and create lasting memories in Grand Rapids.

Learn all about Grand Rapids the fun way with this private scavenger hunt around the city. You’ll have a series of tasks to solve for points, so there is a challenge involved. If you need help, you’ll always have a remote guide, so no need to feel stressed at any time. Just have fun exploring Grand Rapids with your private group.