About this experience
“Mysteries of Antigua” is part scavenger hunt (find the clues), part outdoor escape room (solve the puzzles), part historical walking tour (learn real stories along the way and all adventure. We need you because your colleagues of the legendary archaeologist Professor Bronson, who’s vanished without a trace. Fortunately, he’s left behind his satchel of Mayan ciphers, cryptic clues, and a journal full of secrets. Now it’s up to you to follow his trail through the streets of Antigua solving puzzles, cracking codes and uncovering the hidden stories woven into its ruins & traditions. The treasure awaits if you can find it! In just 2-3 hours, you’ll journey through Antigua’s storied past and Guatemala’s living traditions. Visit hidden Mayan shrines, unravel the mystical history of jade, uncover volcanic forces and cap it all off by learning to play the marimba! Perfect for curious minds, clever groups, and time-traveling detectives who like their history hands-on and dripping with mystery.
At a glance
- Duration: 2 hr–3 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 2 hr–3 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What is included
- Tour includes all entrance fees
- Tour Briefing: Introduction to the tour story, walking route and how to use the satchel supplies
- Tour includes a refreshment including coffee, water or soda
- Mysteries of Antigua satchel including tour directions, clues, supplies, & Antigua historical guide
Itinerary and highlights
Location of the "Maze of La Merced Quest" during Mysteries of Antigua Interactive Scavenger Hunt
Location of the "Santa Catalina Arch Quest" during Mysteries of Antigua Interactive Scavenger Hunt
Location of the "Central Park Quest" during Mysteries of Antigua Interactive Scavenger Hunt
Location of the "Mayan Jade Quest" during Mysteries of Antigua Interactive Scavenger Hunt
Location of the "The Mask of Maximón Quest" during Mysteries of Antigua Interactive Scavenger Hunt
Meeting and pickup information
- Conveniently located in downtown Antigua directly behind the city's main Cathedral
Languages and tickets
- English — Written
- Spanish — Written
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Xplore Antigua
Accessibility and practical details
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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