Food Games Around the World: Our 15 Favourites

1.Food Treasure Hunt and Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 92 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $69Our pick

You and 1 to 5 companions follow a Sir Francis Drake mystery through London, solving WhatsApp riddles on your phone and stopping for a three-course British meal. Begin and end at Founder's Arms near the Thames. Allow about three hours, bring a charged phone with data, and note that vegan and gluten-free diets are not suitable.

“So much fun! Not too hard…we all had fun with the clues. Enjoyed each of our stops and the learned a lot of London history. Do it! You won’t regret it!”

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2.Fort Worth Stockyards History, Food, and Puzzle Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 38 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $97

Use your phone or tablet to guide a private group through the Fort Worth Stockyards. Along the way, solve team-friendly puzzles, learn local history, and enjoy three tasting stops: one drink followed by two food tastings. The self-guided format lets you set the pace, while lunch and gratuities are included in the $97 price.

“Tons of fun the puzzles make you think and are not a breeze. The food is also amazing and if any support is needed there can easily help.”

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3.Chicago Murder Mystery Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 17 reviews · from $82

Join host Andre and a small group for a 2-hour Chicago food tour with a playful murder mystery. Start near the Magnificent Mile with fresh donuts, a Chicago hot dog, deep dish pizza, and a surprise dessert, while clues lead you through River North, the Gold Coast, and Oak Street Beach.

“A super fun blend of murder mystery, Chicago architecture, and history. Would definitely recommend to adults or a family. (We have 3 kids 13, 10, and 8, and it was fun for them too!) Andre is an engaging and fun host whom made it a great day fRead more”

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4.Athens Urban Treasure Hunt w Food Stop

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $75

Meet your orange-shirted Narratologies facilitator at Omonia Square, then use the app to solve clues through Athens’s Central Market, Psyrri, Monastiraki, and the Roman Agora. Along the way, enjoy mezedes, cheese, charcuterie, raki, and bougatsa. Guides such as Sofia, Maria, and Natasha have led past hunts.

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5.Athens Family Mythology Treasure Hunt and Tour w Food Stop

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $75

Follow a mythology-themed Athens treasure hunt from Hadrian’s Arch through Plaka, Anafiotika, and ancient monuments. A facilitator such as Maria, Jo, or Catherine starts the game and adds local stories, while the Narratologies app guides your riddles and photo tasks. Enjoy lukumades with honey, earn kids’ laurel wreaths, and finish beside the Acropolis.

“We did this with 6 adults-we all really enjoyed it! We learned new information about Greece history and culture. Cathereine was a great guide-added humor and interesting stories along the way. We recommend it highly!”

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6.Mystery Puzzle Food Tour in Golden, CO

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 15 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $79

In Golden, Colorado, you and your partner follow The Lost Mine story on your phone, solve clues, and walk between local restaurants to collect drinks, savory dishes, and dessert. The private 2 to 3 hour experience includes a full progressive meal, hints when needed, and a take-home treat. Bring a pencil, paper, and a healthy appetite.

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7.Street Art Treasure Hunt with Food Stop

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 9 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $74

Start near Monastiraki and follow a private, facilitator-led street art hunt through Psyri, Metaxourgeio, Omonoia, and Keramikos. Use your smartphone to solve riddles tied to murals, including work by Ino and Sonke, then stop for a hot dog or bougatsa before finishing in Gazi. Bring a charged phone and share any dietary needs in advance.

“Auswahl der Street Art Bilder- sehr gut interessante Infos, lösbare Rätsel, schöne Strecke”

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8.Derby Themed Murder Mystery Food Tour Experience in Louisville

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · from $179

At 6 p.m., you receive a character and enter Death at the Derby, a Kentucky Derby murder mystery played across three Louisville restaurants. Your host, such as Sam, Hanna, Christina, or Greta, guides the clues, food, cocktails, and laughs. Expect a small group of up to 12, limited walking, and a full meal.

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9.Osaka Food Quest: Self-Guided Culinary & History Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 6 reviews · from $7Best value

Use your phone to solve 10 puzzles while walking from Dotonbori to Namba Yasaka Shrine. This self-guided quest links takoyaki, horumon, Kuromon Market, Hozenji Temple, bunraku, and Osaka folklore. You explore privately, pause anytime, and can stop for food along the way. No guide is provided, so bring a charged phone and a taste for independent exploring.

“This was a great experience! This game takes your through all the main tourist places in Dotonburi and it’s a great was to explore the area. We did it in about two hours because we were pressed for time, but I’d recommend at least 3 hours. You can spend as much time as you want though.”

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10.Heraklion: Family Zorba Treasure Hunt with Food Stop

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 5 reviews · 2 hours · from $109

Meet your English-speaking facilitator at Rocca a Mare Fortress for a two-hour family hunt through Heraklion. Use your smartphone to solve riddles, earn points, taste kaltsounia pastries, and connect Zorba the Greek with the city’s Venetian, Ottoman, ancient, and modern sights. The route ends near Agios Minas Cathedral.

“I did it with my 2 kids of 10&12y, it was very intresting to know better the character of Zorba and about his creator. The Hunt is well organized with gourmet breaks and the guide was charming.”

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11.Heraklion Family Treasure Hunt with Food Stop

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $110

Explore Heraklion from the Venetian harbor to Saint Minas Cathedral through a story-led treasure hunt. Your facilitator starts the game, while the Narratologies app guides you between riddles, local sights, and short history stops. Expect Cretan kaltsoynia pastries, water, mild hills, stairs, and a route suited to all ages.

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12.British Food Treasure Hunt With Gourmaze

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $50

Follow a phone-led treasure hunt through London Bridge and Southwark as Sir Francis Drake guides your quest for a Crown key. Solve escape-room style clues, learn about Shakespeare, British royals, and the Thames, and stop for a British treat, pub lunch, and classic dessert. The private game suits teams of 2 to 6.

“A Brilliant Way to Explore London! Gourmaze was such a fun and unique experience! The London Bridge historical maze took us through hidden streets and fascinating landmarks I would’ve missed on a regular tour. The clues were clever, the stories rich with history, and the food stops absolutely delicious. Whether you’re visiting or a local, it’s a fantastic way to see the city in a whole new light. Highly recommend!”

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13.Family Mythology Treasure Hunt w/ Food Stop

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 3 reviews · 2 hours · from $81

Follow a facilitator from Naples Cathedral to Piazza del Plebiscito while solving smartphone riddles about Parthenope, the city’s legendary siren. You’ll see Banksy’s Madonna, Spaccanapoli sights, Galleria Umberto I, and Sansevero Chapel, with a taralli and water stop. Francesco has led the experience with humor and warmth.

“La précision de certaines questions n’est pas optimale ce qui fait que l’on ne comprend pas vraiment .”

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14.Rethymno Scavenger Hunt: Pirates, Food, Alcohol & Treasures

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $78

Join an English-speaking guide for a two-hour pirate scavenger hunt in Rethymno Old Town. You will split into teams, follow clues through narrow alleys and historic corners, and collect Cretan food and spirit tastings along the way. The route covers about 2 kilometers and suits adults and teens aged 14 and up.

“got to see different things around the old town, hosts were brilliant”

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15.Thessaloniki Private Treasure Hunt & Tour w Food Stops

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $73

Follow a facilitator such as Evi through Thessaloniki’s center, Ladadika, port, Roman sites, and the White Tower. The Narratologies app supplies riddles and stories, while stops at ERGON Agora and Trigona Elenidis add savory and sweet local tastes. The private format suits families, couples, and small groups who want history with a playful twist.

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