Houston · Indoor

Downtown Aquarium: Bayou & Ocean Discovery Scavenger Hunt

Explore Downtown Aquarium through habitats that bring bayous, rainforests and ocean environments together in the heart of Houston. Your group searches for visual details, compares discoveries and solves clues among imaginative exhibit settings. From Texas Bayou to the Shipwreck and Sunken Temple, the experience adds a playful team challenge to a visit to the Aquarium Adventure Exhibit.

90–120 minutesUp to 6 people per team1 team minimum
$99USD per team
Choose teams & book

Game access by email within 24 hours. Optional onsite host: $350 per booking.

A group holding glowing lights during an indoor team event

A moment from a Strayboots team event. Photo location may differ from this hunt.

Suggested starting location

The main entrance and ticketing area at Downtown Aquarium, 410 Bagby St, Houston, TX 77002. Meet before entering the Aquarium Adventure Exhibit with separate admission.

Your game email includes the exact starting instructions. Highlights describe the hunt area; venue admission is separate.

Hunt highlights

  • The Texas Bayou habitat
  • The Shipwreck exhibit's sunken-galleon setting
  • Rainforest freshwater habitats
  • The themed Sunken Temple exhibit

Before you go

Separate admission to the Aquarium Adventure Exhibit is required and is not included in the hunt price. Rides, Stingray Reef, food and other ticketed experiences are not included or required. Check current exhibit hours and ticket options before visiting.

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What your booking includes

  • Game setup and access for every team
  • Clues, riddles and photo challenges
  • Starting instructions by email

Questions about this hunt

How much is Downtown Aquarium: Bayou & Ocean Discovery?

The price is $99 USD per team, with up to 6 people per team. The optional onsite host costs $350 once for the whole booking.

When will we receive game access?

For ready-made hunts, game access and starting instructions arrive by email within 24 hours of confirmed payment; book at least 24 hours ahead. Custom-built hunts need at least 5 days of notice. We contact you within 24 hours to collect your theme and details, then email game access before the agreed event date. Your payment receipt is separate from game access.

Can we add an onsite host?

Yes. A host costs $350 once per booking and includes kickoff, onsite support, extra photos, and a wrap-up and awards ceremony. Choose a date and time at least 5 days ahead.

What is not included?

Venue admission, timed-entry tickets, food, drinks and transportation are separate. Check venue opening hours and contact us about accessibility or weather concerns before booking.

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