Embark on an immersive scavenger hunt experience in Charleston that takes you back to the Golden Age of Piracy. Discover hidden insights and explore the colonial era in a budget-friendly and engaging way. Join the Pirate Escape Adventure now!
Embark on an immersive scavenger hunt experience in Charleston that takes you back to the Golden Age of Piracy. Discover hidden insights and explore the colonial era in a budget-friendly and engaging way. Join the Pirate Escape Adventure now!
- Powder Magazine - Guests will enjoy complimentary access to the oldest public building in South Carolina as the starting point of the Scavenger Hunt! From there, participants will explore various historic sites and artifacts to complete the “escape.” This self-guided adventure spans approximately a mile and a half through Charleston’s most…
- Powder Magazine - Guests will enjoy complimentary access to the oldest public building in South Carolina as the starting point of the Scavenger Hunt! From there, participants will explore various historic sites and artifacts to complete the “escape.” This self-guided adventure spans approximately a mile and a half through Charleston’s most historic district.
This pirate-themed scavenger hunt is inspired by the actual Pirate Siege of Charles Town in 1718. You’ll need to navigate your way out of the city using the instructions provided in the packet. Complete the experience within the recommended time to avoid a pirate’s grim fate. Discover hidden alleys and objects along the journey!
Historical accuracy is a priority, with sites and packet instructions vetted by two local historians and the director of the Powder Magazine. While the experience is suitable for children, it is best enjoyed by those aged 10 and up due to its length and historical content.
- Free admission to the Powder Magazine Museum
- Free admission to the Powder Magazine Museum
The Pirate Escape Treasure Hunt transports participants to the Golden Age of Piracy on the coast of Carolina. This unique and enriching experience has been crafted by two local historians and surmounts any similar activities presently available in Charleston. Guests will commence their journey at the Powder Magazine, with free entry included as part of…
The Pirate Escape Treasure Hunt transports participants to the Golden Age of Piracy on the coast of Carolina. This unique and enriching experience has been crafted by two local historians and surmounts any similar activities presently available in Charleston.
Guests will commence their journey at the Powder Magazine, with free entry included as part of the experience. Equipped with a guide packet, guests will be thrown into a historical re-enactment of pirates’ escape during the Charles Towne Siege in 1718. Participants will explore venues and locales that have historical ties to the actual pirate siege of 1718, and gather items to ‘escape’. The route is sprinkled with detailed information and hidden insights which can potentially elude most of the participants.
Suitable for families, friends, lone travelers and corporate groups alike, our treasure hunt offers an affordable, self-paced exploration of Charleston’s colonial history. Come, be part of our Pirate Escape Adventure!
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
