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Oxford Treasure Hunts

The Folly, 1 Folly Bridge, Oxford, OX1 4JU, GB

Rating: 4.5 ★ (2 ratings)

Details

The adventure begins at The Folly, a unique riverside setting on Folly Bridge, historically linked to Lewis Carroll and the creation of Alice in Wonderland. From this iconic departure point, you'll embark on a captivating journey through Oxford's historic streets, unravelling clues and discovering hidden gems. Various treasure hunts offer different themes, from pirate adventures to solving murder mysteries, each designed to make you see the city in a new light. As you follow cryptic maps and solve riddles sent to your phone, you'll uncover fascinating facts and stories about Oxford's renowned landmarks and lesser-known corners. This is an engaging way to explore, whether you're a first-time visitor or a seasoned local, promising a fun challenge for all ages.

These self-guided tours allow you to set your own pace, taking breaks whenever you wish to soak in the atmosphere of ancient colleges, historic pubs, or the tranquil riverside. Many hunts are designed to be interactive and can be enjoyed by families, groups of friends, or even as a team-building exercise. You'll navigate past famous sights like the Ashmolean Museum, Oxford Castle, the Radcliffe Camera, and Christ Church, but the real thrill comes from spotting the quirky details and hidden statues you might otherwise miss. The well-designed clues encourage you to look up, peer through gateways, and truly observe your surroundings, offering a rewarding experience that combines sightseeing with a satisfying puzzle. Some treasure hunts even culminate in finding a hidden "treasure" or revealing the solution to a captivating mystery.

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Opening Hours

Monday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Thursday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Friday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Saturday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM; Sunday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Contact

+44 1865 803004

Comments

sarah L

3 Mar 2026

4.0 ★

It was a good concept to keep the kids engaged but there were a couple of things that could be improved on. My kids are 7 and 16 so it's difficult to find things they both like. The first debacle was when I went to pick up the map/info they made me pay for 4 maps and 4 hop on hop off tickets. The women clearly didnt sell these often so this was how another person told them to do it. Wasnt a huge deal except planning the cost. The beginning clues were great and inside the museum made everyone look at different areas but then it's like the ran out of places to make clues. I expected it to spread out over oxford but it probably should have just been a museum scavenger hunt. Something different we checked off our list.

P Balmond

28 Feb 2026

5.0 ★

Great fun and an excellent way to learn about Oxford via team games, keeps you moving, a high variety of activities in the treasure hunt.