Allentown pairs old and new: Zion Church, where the Liberty Bell was hidden in 1777, and Hamilton Street’s early storefronts on one side, glass offices and a downtown arena on the other. The scavenger hunts below tie both parts together with clues rather than a guide.
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Lets Roams Allentown Scavenger Hunt the Art of Allentown
A team scavenger hunt with clues and photo challenges that link downtown sights, old and new. It suits groups of friends and families; check the start point, the time limit and whether a phone app runs the game.
As with most in-demand destinations, the best tours in Allentown Pennsylvania tend to sell out first, so booking a few days ahead is generally a good idea.
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What Makes These Tours Worth Booking
Allentown, in Pennsylvania’s Lehigh Valley, is a former industrial city that has rebuilt its downtown around a sports arena, restaurants and offices. Reviews are early, with 3 across four listings, and three of the four are scavenger hunts.
Old Allentown
Zion Reformed Church holds the Liberty Bell Shrine, marking where the bell was hidden under the floor during the Revolutionary War. The Allentown Art Museum and Cedar Beach Park add culture and green space, while the Great Allentown Fair each September draws large crowds. Bethlehem’s SteelStacks are a short drive east.
New Allentown
A downtown redevelopment zone has brought a hockey arena, a restaurant row and new offices to Hamilton Street, so the skyline looks different from a decade ago. A game that threads between the two is a useful way to see how far the city has come.
Tour Prices in Allentown
The hunts cost $12 to $22 at the lower end, and the highest price, $240, belongs to a private ride service rather than a tour. Judge each hunt by group size, since fees are often per person or per team, and add parking and food.
Best Area to Base Yourself in Allentown
Downtown hotels sit near the arena and restaurants, while Bethlehem, a few miles east, has historic inns. Lehigh Valley International Airport is a short drive from downtown, and New York and Philadelphia are each roughly 90 minutes by car.
Best Time to Book Allentown Tours
Spring and fall are the most comfortable. Summers are warm, and Dorney Park, the amusement park on the city’s edge, adds a family option. Winter is cold, with snow in some years, and winter evenings make long outdoor games less appealing.
Before You Book in Allentown
Keep your phone charged, wear comfortable shoes and agree on a team name before you start. Check whether a hunt route crosses between neighborhoods, since parking may be at a different point from the meeting place.
If you are bringing children, ask whether the puzzles suit their age, and consider an early start so that lunch downtown fits comfortably before the afternoon crowd.
Transport and rainy days
The listing titled Fast, Reliable Rides is a private ride service at $240, so treat it as transport rather than sightseeing, and check the pickup details and vehicle type. If rain disrupts an outdoor game, the Allentown Art Museum and the Liberty Bell Shrine offer indoor stops, though opening days vary, so check them before you go.
Allentown Tours: Quick Answers
How many scavenger hunts can you book in Allentown?
There are 4 priced listings here, and three are scavenger hunts costing from $12 upward. One highest-priced listing is a ride service, not a tour.
How much does an Allentown scavenger hunt cost?
Hunts start at $12, and the others cost a little more, while the median across all listings is $22. Check whether each price covers one person or a team.
Are Allentown tours well reviewed?
Only 3 reviews exist, so ratings are early signals. Compare descriptions, route length and start points rather than relying on scores.
What is the Liberty Bell’s connection to Allentown?
During the Revolutionary War in 1777, the bell was hidden beneath Zion Church floorboards to keep it from British forces. The church now has a Liberty Bell Shrine.
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