New York City Garbage and Rats Scavenger Hunt 2 hr

Uncover the grittier side of the city on a family-friendly New York City Garbage and Rats Scavenger Hunt. Meet your host on the southeast corner of Wall Street and Pearl Street, then team up for a photo challenge inspired by the city’s most notorious urban residents and its trash-filled tales.

Each team of up to five people, including at least one adult, borrows an instant camera with film for up to 20 photos. You’ll have an hour to spot scavenger hunt items, snap pictures, and earn points. Some clues are trickier than others, so use your phone for quick research as you explore. Your in-person host and rat assistants offer guidance along the way, and no previous knowledge is needed. At the finish, the highest-scoring team earns the Rat King title, while every participating child receives the same prize. Rat ears and treats add to the fun, and touching garbage or rats is strictly prohibited.

With a 120-minute activity, accessible surfaces, and a playful mix of discovery and friendly competition, this New York City Garbage and Rats Scavenger Hunt gives families a memorable way to see the city from a different angle. Arrive five minutes early, lace up comfortable shoes, and get ready to hunt.