Best for a first trip to Czechia
Prague
The route links the Municipal House, the Spanish Synagogue, the Astronomical Clock and Charles Bridge, then climbs through Malá Strana to St Vitus Cathedral.
Scavenger Hunts, Escape Games & Walking Tours in Czechia
Play a scavenger hunt, outdoor escape game or self-guided audio walking tour in Prague and Český Krumlov. Solve riddles from Henry’s Tower via the Astronomical Clock to Prague Castle, or just hear the stories, and plan with our city guides. 4.6 · 451 reviews2 cities✓ Instant access✓ Start any time✓ No guide needed
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Self-guided city games in Prague and Český Krumlov
World City Trail runs self-guided scavenger hunts in two Czech cities: the capital, Prague, and the small castle town of Český Krumlov in South Bohemia. Each city has three games: a scavenger hunt with a riddle at each stop, an outdoor escape game with a puzzle at every landmark, and an audio walking tour with stories and no puzzles.
Both scavenger hunts take about 2 hours. In Prague the route covers 4.6 km, from Henry’s Tower in the New Town across Charles Bridge and up to Prague Castle. In Český Krumlov it is 2 km, from the monastery complex through the old town to the castle and its park.
| City | Scavenger hunt rating | Time | Walking | Stops | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prague | 4.6 (422) | about 2 hours | about 53 min · 4.6 km | 10 | See the games → |
| Český Krumlov | 4.5 (29) | about 2 hours | about 25 min · 2.0 km | 10 | See the games → |
The best city in Czechia for a scavenger hunt, by type of trip
Best for architecture lovers
Prague
Gothic towers, Baroque churches and the Art Nouveau Municipal House stand within a few minutes of each other, and the riddles make you read their façades closely.
Best for castles and bridges
Český Krumlov
Cross the Barber’s Bridge over the Vltava, pass St Vitus Church and the Egon Schiele Art Centrum, then walk over the Cloak Bridge to the castle and its gardens.
Best for families with young children
Český Krumlov
The 2 km route takes about 25 minutes of walking, and the old town is small enough that children never have far to go between riddles.
How it works
- Book online Choose the game and the number of players. Your booking reference arrives by email straight away.
- Get the app Download the World City Trail app from the App Store or Google Play and enter your booking reference.
- Play when you like Start whenever you are ready, walk at your own pace and pause any time. No guide, no fixed schedule.
Why explore Czechia with a self-guided city game
A self-guided scavenger hunt is the easiest way to see the main sights of Prague or Český Krumlov in about two hours, without a guide or a fixed start time. Both historic centres are UNESCO World Heritage Sites, and our routes link their squares, churches, bridges and castles in a single walk.
Compared with a guided tour, you choose the pace, the start time and the order of the stops, and you don’t have to keep up with a group on a crowded Charles Bridge. The riddles make you look closely at house signs, statues and inscriptions, and the stories that follow tell of Charles IV, the Astronomical Clock and the noble families of Český Krumlov.
One app works in both cities, which suits a typical Czech trip: a few days in Prague and a day or overnight stay in Český Krumlov in the south of Bohemia.
- Charles Bridge and the Old Town Square are much quieter early in the morning, so start there if you can.
- The last part of the Prague route climbs to the castle; wear comfortable shoes.
- Start the escape game in daylight, because its puzzles rely on details of buildings and statues.
- Every stop is seen from outside, so you need no entry tickets.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best city in Czechia for a scavenger hunt?
For a first visit, Prague is the best choice: its route runs from Henry’s Tower past the Astronomical Clock and across Charles Bridge to Prague Castle. Český Krumlov suits a relaxed day with children or as a couple, with a short 2 km walk between its bridges, old town and castle.
How long does a scavenger hunt in Czechia take?
Both Czech scavenger hunts take about 2 hours. Prague includes about 53 minutes of walking (4.6 km), Český Krumlov about 25 minutes (2 km). You can pause and continue later.
Do I need to book a time slot?
No. You book online and receive your booking reference by email straight away. Download the World City Trail app, enter the reference and start whenever you like, with no guide and no time slot.
Can I do a scavenger hunt in Prague with kids?
Yes. The riddles are solved by observation and logic, not prior knowledge, so children can play along with an adult, and everyone can follow on their own phone. With young children, plan breaks: the Prague route is 4.6 km and ends uphill at the castle.
Which languages are the Czechia games in?
Both scavenger hunts can be played in English, German, French, Italian, Spanish and Dutch. Prague is also available in Czech.
Is a self-guided tour better than a guided tour in Prague?
For most visitors, yes: a self-guided tour starts whenever you want, follows your pace and lets you stop for lunch. The riddles and stories keep everyone involved. A guided tour suits people who mainly want to ask a guide questions.
Ready to explore Czechia your own way?
Choose Prague or Český Krumlov above, book online and receive your booking reference by email straight away. Start whenever you are there, at your own pace and without a guide.
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