Unleash Your Inner Detective at Watson Adventures Scavenger Hunts
Discover New York City in a fun and engaging way with Watson Adventures Scavenger Hunts—perfect for groups and explorers of all ages.
Experience the vibrant streets of New York City through a thrilling scavenger hunt with Watson Adventures. Ideal for tourists looking to explore iconic landmarks while solving fun clues and challenges, this interactive activity offers a unique blend of sightseeing and teamwork. Perfect for groups, families, and friends, the hunts are designed to create lasting memories while navigating the hustle and bustle of Manhattan. Discover a side of the city you never knew existed!
A brief summary to Watson Adventures Scavenger Hunts
- 1460 Broadway, New York, Manhattan, New York, 10036, US
- +1877-946-4868
- Visit website
- Monday 12 am-12 am
- Tuesday 12 am-12 am
- Wednesday 12 am-12 am
- Thursday 12 am-12 am
- Friday 12 am-12 am
- Saturday 12 am-12 am
- Sunday 12 am-12 am
Local tips
- Book your scavenger hunt in advance to secure your preferred date and time.
- Wear comfortable shoes as you will be walking and exploring various locations throughout the city.
- Bring a fully charged smartphone for navigation and to capture memorable moments during the hunt.
Getting There
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Train
From Greenwich, head to the Greenwich Train Station located at 2 Railroad Ave, Greenwich, CT 06830. Take the Metro-North Railroad New Haven Line towards Grand Central Terminal. The train ride to Grand Central Station in Manhattan takes approximately 50 minutes. Once you arrive at Grand Central, exit the station and follow the signs to 42nd Street.
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Subway
Once you are at Grand Central Station, transfer to the subway. Follow the signs to the 42nd Street subway station. Take the S (Shuttle) train towards Times Square-42nd Street. After one stop, get off at Times Square-42nd Street. From there, you can walk to 1460 Broadway, which is just a few minutes away.
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Walking
After exiting the subway at Times Square-42nd Street, head west on 42nd Street towards Broadway. Turn left onto Broadway and continue walking for about 0.3 miles. 1460 Broadway will be on your right. Look for the Watson Adventures Scavenger Hunts location, which is situated in the vibrant Times Square area.
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Bus
Alternatively, from Greenwich, you can take a bus from the Greenwich Bus Terminal at 300 Greenwich Ave, Greenwich, CT 06830. Take the CT Transit bus towards New York City. The bus will drop you off at various locations in Manhattan. You can get off at 42nd Street and walk to 1460 Broadway, which is about a 5-minute walk from the bus stop.
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Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
Broadway & W 42nd St
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Times Square
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George M. Cohan Statue
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The Unique Building
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Father Francis P. Duffy Statue
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The Wendel House
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Dodge Monument
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6th Ave & W 47th St
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Macy's
0.5 km
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1251 Avenue of the Americas
0.7 km
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SUMMIT One Vanderbilt
0.7 km
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Top of The Rock
0.7 km
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Empire State Building
0.7 km
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Rockefeller Center
0.7 km
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The Channel Gardens
0.8 km
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Unmissable attractions to see
Door to Nowhere
0.1 km
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Liberty Mosaic
0.1 km
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Stephen Sondheim Theatre
0.1 km
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City Running Tours
0.2 km
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The Town Hall
0.2 km
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New Amsterdam Theatre
0.2 km
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Nederlander Theatre
0.2 km
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Midtown Manhattan
0.2 km
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Midtown Comics Times Square
0.2 km
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Good Morning America Studios
0.2 km
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New Victory Theater
0.2 km
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Lyric Theatre
0.2 km
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Harry Potter and the Cursed Child
0.2 km
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Hudson Theatre
0.2 km
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Essential places to dine
Ellen's Stardust Diner
0.8 km
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Le Bernardin
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The Modern
1.0 km
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Hortus NYC
1.1 km
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Oscar Wilde
1.2 km
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ROBERT
1.4 km
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Upland
1.5 km
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Per Se
1.5 km
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Eleven Madison Park
1.5 km
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Thai Villa
1.8 km
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The Smith
1.9 km
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Gramercy Tavern
1.9 km
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Craft
1.9 km
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RH Rooftop Restaurant New York
2.4 km
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Gotham Restaurant
2.4 km
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Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
Line Friends New York Times Square Store
0.3 km
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The New York Public Library Shop
0.4 km
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Grand Slam New York
0.5 km
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Shopping Girlfriend NYC
0.5 km
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Gifts on the Square
0.6 km
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Rough Trade
0.7 km
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Souvenirs LLC
0.7 km
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The Shop at NBC Studios
0.7 km
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I Love NY Gifts by Phantom of Broadway
0.7 km
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Ny's Best Gift Shop
0.7 km
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Domus - unaffected living
0.8 km
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I Love NY by Phantom of Broadway
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New York Attitude Gift shop
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Dover Street Market New York
1.3 km
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Memories of New York
1.3 km
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Essential bars & hidden hideouts
Bo Peep Cocktail and Highball Store
0.5 km
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Raines Law Room at The William
0.7 km
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PIMCO
0.8 km
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Tanner Smith's
1.1 km
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Patent Pending
1.1 km
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Strangelove Bar Nyc
1.5 km
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The Copper Still Chelsea
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Old Town Bar
2.0 km
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Hidden Lane Bar
2.3 km
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Juke Bar
2.7 km
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Employees Only
2.9 km
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LIC Bar
3.0 km
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Gantry Bar & Kitchen
3.0 km
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Burp Castle
3.0 km
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P J Leahy's
3.0 km
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