The 12 Best Treasure Hunts in Spain

1.Málaga: Private Sightseeing Treasure Hunt

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 297 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $34Our pick

Meet your Treasure Hunt Master at Plaza de la Constitución, then use a compass, treasure book, and clever gadgets to explore Málaga’s old town. Tim, Kimberly, Matthias, and other guides lead the briefing before you continue at your own pace, solving clues from Picasso’s birthplace to the Alcazaba.

“I did the treasure hunt with my mum and dad. It was a fantastic afternoon, taking us to places we love and new places we didn't know about. The guide, Tim and Tina?? were fun, knowledgeable and enthusiastic. I would definitely recommend this if you are visiting Malaga.”

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2.Málaga: Private Sightseeing Treasure Hunt

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 144 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $33Top rated

You and your private group explore Málaga with a GPS, puzzle book, score sheet, and guide support from hosts such as Matthias, Tim, or Kasia. Solve clues at markets, plazas, monuments, and local food stops while learning about the city at your own pace.

“not worth the effort or the cost it's not a private tour it's a self guided tour DO YOUR BEST don't bother”

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3.Cala Millor: real treasure hunt in natural reserve, fun walk

★★★★★★★★★★3.8 · 39 reviews · 3 hours

Follow an old pirate captain’s trail through the Punta de n'Amer nature reserve near Cala Millor and Sa Coma. Your team of up to five uses an app to solve seven puzzles, hear three pirate stories, collect points, and locate a hidden treasure on a 3-hour walk.

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4.Malaga: Bachelorette Party Treasure Hunt

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 35 reviews · 3 hours · from $41

You’ll follow a compass and treasure book through Málaga’s old center, solving playful clues at the cathedral, Alcazaba, market, Picasso sites, and more. A Treasure Hunt Master leads your private group, with snacks, drinks, a Picasso photo activity, and a personalized souvenir at the finish.

“I thought the treasure hunt was fun and everyone enjoyed participating in it. A good activity especially if the group don’t know each other that well to break the ice. Was able to take our time walking and talking whilst taking in the sites. The host was communicative, friendly and polite. I would personally say for what it is it’s a little pricey, however it was enjoyable and memorable, thank you.”

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5.“The Secret of Cerdà” Treasure Hunt Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 19 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $26

Pick up a backpack of maps, puzzles, and magical tools near Plaça Urquinaona, then follow a self-guided route through Barcelona. You will visit five central sights, solve history-based challenges, open the treasure box, and return for your prize. Private groups play at their own pace.

“fun, really fun. activity was an "outdoor" escape room, which we love. puzzles were challenging enough, distance was challenging enough. QR code available (and used) to support the tricky parts. thank you”

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6.Valencia City Tour: A Treasure Hunt Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $30

Explore Valencia’s old town through clues, riddles, and local stories on this private 2.5-hour treasure hunt. Start at the Central Market and finish near Plaça de la Reina. Adult and children’s versions are available, with guides including Sonia, Wojciech, Jesús, Sergi, and Alessandro.

“Was an amazing experience, learned a lot about the city and had a great time! WOJ was the best planner for this experience.”

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7.The Search for the Snake Stone City Treasure Hunt

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 12 reviews · 2h 30m · from $25

Meet your host near Plaza Urquinaona, collect a backpack of puzzles and the professor’s journal, then follow clues through Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter. You’ll visit the cathedral, Plaça del Rei, Plaça Reial, and other landmarks while solving a private, family-friendly mystery in Catalan, English, French, or Spanish.

“La découverte de certains lieux de Barcelone est agréable mais c’est speed par rapport au temps accordé”

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8.Private Treasure Hunt The Explorer | Guided, fun & 100% Offline | Xventura

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $47

Join Xventura guide Gonzalo, Dorien, or another private guide for a two-hour, fully offline treasure hunt through Barcelona’s Born and Gothic Quarter. Use a compass, solve handmade puzzles, and follow clues from Plaça Comercial to Las Ramblas and the Columbus Monument.

“We did The Explorer Hunt in Barcelona as a group of 8 from the UK on a Hen party, and organised this as a surprise for the bride. I have to say, the hunt exceeded our expectations! Gonzalo was our guide and was great - very informative, relaxed and helped us when we needed prompting! The puzzles were unique and beautifully made, and brought out lots of different skills in each of us. This activity combined the fun intrigue of escape room type puzzles, with history, team-building, and a tour of beautiful Barcelona - the bride absolutely loved it! Xventura communicated with us very well prior to our trip and…”

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9.Private Family Treasure Hunt | Guided, fun & 100% Offline | Xventura Barcelona

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $41

Join a private English-speaking guide for a 90-minute detective game through Barcelona’s Born district. Using a map, compass, clues, and cipher locks, your family investigates a jewelry theft while seeing Santa Maria del Mar, Picasso Museum, Arc de Triomf, and more.

“What an amazing experience, this is by far the best outdoors treasure hunt I’ve played. We did The Spy one and it is like an immersive experience, not only following clues. You can definitively tell there’s a lot of details that has been considered to create this experience. Absolutely recommend it 💜💯”

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10.Treasure Hunt Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $50

Explore Madrid in a private 2.5-hour treasure hunt with a guide such as Silvia, Amanda, or Alex. Solve WhatsApp clues and local challenges around Puerta del Sol, the Royal Palace, Plaza Mayor, and the old quarter, with drinks and a Spanish sweet reward included.

“The treasure hunt was great fun as we were a large group pitted against each other. Silvia was very helpful and a lovely tour guide. A great way to pass a few hours and see Madrid. two bars and drinks also included as part of the hunt”

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11.Torremolinos with Picasso Clues Self Guided Treasure Hunt

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $10Best value

You’ll follow a self-guided Questo quest through Torremolinos, solving 10 location-based puzzles at landmarks including Torre de Pimentel, Plaza Picasso, and La Nogalera. The GPS map, English content, and pause-and-resume format make this a flexible 90-minute activity for private groups, families, or friends.

“We tried this game as a rainy afternoon activity with friends and kids, and it turned out to be a fantastic choice. We even paused for a quick coffee break and picked it up again without any trouble. It’s a really fun and original way to discover (or in our case re-discover) the city, and the challenges are simple enough to keep everyone engaged. A great experience!”

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12.Kayak Treasure Hunt in Balearic Islands

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · from $46

Spend about three hours kayaking from Ses Salines through the Bay of Fornells. Your guide teaches basic paddling, leads you to a snorkeling stop and Cala Blanca and Cala Roja, then runs a playful lost-treasure hunt. Guide Javy is associated with the experience.

“Great experience, long and super interesting thanks to the super guide Javy!”

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