Team Building in Santa Monica

The Santa Monica Pier Pressure Scavenger Hunt

  • public
  • private
  • adults
  • outdoor

The Santa Monica Pier Pressure Scavenger Hunt

Pier to Promenade, here’s Santa Monica’s best adventure!

The legendary Santa Monica Pier and the lively Third Street Promenade are the twin anchors of a walking-tour-meets-scavenger-hunt that reveals historic sites, movie locations, hidden gems, and, of course, great views of the beachfront and beyond. You and your team will follow a trail of clues and answer fun, funny questions that uncover the secrets and quirks of the area.

Highlights of this Santa Monica scavenger hunt include…

  • A surprising message in Palisades Park
  • A massive storm that nearly eliminated the pier
  • The 1916 carousel featured in The Sting
  • A shoot-out in a not-OK corral and hungry Big Bertha, both in the arcade
  • A still-standing 19th-century tavern
  • The secrets of the Camera Obscura

This outdoor activity is perfect for corporate team building, sightseeing with a private group, and more. No knowledge of Santa Monica and its quirks is necessary for you to play—and even to win. You just need sharp eyes, comfortable shoes, and great teamwork skills.

Contact us to learn more about our Santa Monica scavenger hunts—and find more fun in Los Angeles, California!

What are people saying about the Santa Monica Scavenger Hunt?

★★★★★ on Google: “I’ve now used Watson in two cities, Chicago and Santa Monica, and have to say that both experiences have been top notch! My team loved it, the staff were friendly, and it was a very well run experience. I highly recommend them.”

★★★★★ on Tripadvisor:  “Wonderful Experience. We did our scavenger hunt at the Santa Monica Pier, and our host, Josh, truly made the experience special. If you’re considering this for a team-building activity, don’t hesitate; it’s a fantastic way to bring people together while exploring the city. I can’t emphasize enough how wonderful Josh was. He made the entire experience genuinely memorable.”

“I wanted to thank you for all of your help. You are awesome and provide excellent customer service! Our hunt host, Joshua Bott, was awesome too! We had a large, rowdy group of 25 and Joshua was able to answer everyone’s questions and take control of the situation so people would pay attention to him. What can I say? Everyone was excited! I would definitely recommend you and Watson Adventures to all of my family and friends. Thanks again for a great experience and a wonderful time.”

You might also like…
• Our scavenger hunts at the Getty Center are almost entirely indoors.
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• Family-friendly fun for adults and kids on the Santa Monica Scramble Scavenger Hunt.


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