Scholars & Spires, Oxford
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Highlights
- Secrets from across the centuries
- Historic buildings with tales to tell
- Clues sent to your phones with help available, the perfect difficulty for all
- Bonn Square to Carfax Tower
Description
Uncover the buried secrets of Oxford's long and complicated past with this riddle-filled exploration of its highlights and hidden corners. From tunnels underground to gruesome executions to an inspiration for Tolkien's dark lord himself, this game uses the city streets to take you on a tour through time.
Along the way expect to see: the Town Hall, Carfax Tower, Merton College, a district defined by an 11th century immigration wave, St Edmund Hall, Bodleian Library, Radcliffe Camera and a house of astronomical importance. All this plus riddles, challenges, great pubs and cafes and plenty of surprises. A cryptic deep dive into the strange unknown, this trail is ideal for those fascinated by ancient mysteries and untold pasts. Delve deeper into the true Oxford.
How It Works
Your team will receive clues on your phones that, once deciphered, will guide you to interesting and scenic parts of the city. At each of these you will solve riddles, discover facts and unlock your next clue.The route is walking distance and features optional breaks at great pubs, bars and cafes along the way. The clues require no prior knowledge and come with hints to make the experience something everyone can enjoy.
Plan your day
Timings
Start at anytime, we recommend some daylight!
2.5-3.5 hours on average across 3.2 km / 2.0 miles
Start Location
Bonn Square
End Location
Carfax Tower
Communication Methods
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Reviews
The great things you say about CityDays
KLP
So much fun. A heads up way to view some of the more interesting parts of London. Have already recommended it to others.
Roberts
Brilliant day out! So many hidden places to find.
Quilimo
Amazing trip! Some funny wordings for some questions, but it was an amazing idea nonetheless! Had a great time :)
WILL&BEX
Great day out with lovely pub and market stops along the way!
D&H
Had a wonderful time and really enjoyed it, like how it showed some hidden gems of the city, really got to know London …
The Flooks
We had a great time on the Sheffield murder mystery trail today. Highly recommend!
mr frog fanclub
lovely trail to hidden mews. really nice
Rayanne and Hiba
This experience was truly a joy. It’s a day I’ll never forget. So much fun with your friends or family. Definitely woul…
Nikkis Birthday Treasure Hunt
2nd time we've done this. Thoroughly enjoyed it even though it took nearly 5 hours and it was rainy haha. We will defin…
The Hoisonators
This was an excellent activity and it left us ready to do another one - we look forward to the others becoming availabl…
The Foresters
Fantastic trail.Great way to see parts of the city and was extremely enjoyable.
Em and Stu
We were a little hesitant going into this, what to expect, but we didn't need to be. It's a great way to explore, see t…
LIL BIG FIREHEAD
Very fun idea to do for a fun day out, definitely recommend
Narliws
We loved it! Had the best time seeing the historical parts of London!
Melktert
Absolutely fun! We struggled with clue 11 as there was scafollding build around
Team Toad
Even though we've been to Birmingham hundreds of times before, doing this scavenger hunt helped us discover more about …
Bruxelles
Fantastic fun. A perfect blend of puzzles and sightseeing.
All the D’s
A great day in the city with the family. Solving clues whilst exploring new parts of London and being reunited with old.
watto
A great day out showing us places we’d never have found on our own.
Big 6 0
We had great fun exploring the streets of East London eclectic street art statues and eateries. Celebrating my mileston…
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