Madrid – El Retiro

Adventure Hunt is a self-guided outdoor escape room through the historic paths and gardens of El Retiro Park in Madrid. It is a cross between a walking tour, an escape room, and a scavenger hunt. Each puzzle is based on features you will find in plain sight. They might be fountains, statues, monuments, palaces, gardens, information boards, or architectural details. The questions are designed to make you think and pay attention, making for a fun group activity. Unlike a traditional walking tour, the puzzles encourage you to notice details that most visitors would simply walk past. Book online then start whenever you like. There are no guides or fixed departure times. Available in English, Spanish, German, French, Italian, Portuguese and Dutch, with each booking covering a group of up to six people.

The Adventure Hunt app guides you between puzzles without simply asking you to follow a dot on a map, making the journey itself part of the adventure. The app runs on your own Android or iPhone, so there is no need to collect equipment or meet a guide before you start.

Explore entirely at your own pace. Stop whenever you like for a drink, a meal or to admire the sights, then continue whenever you're ready—even the next day if you wish. Hints are available for every puzzle, so you can always continue your adventure.

This Adventure Hunt takes place in the heart of El Retiro, Madrid's most iconic park and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The route starts near the Puerta de Alcalá and passes by many of the park's most popular and interesting locations, including the Estanque Grande (Great Lake), Monumento a Alfonso XII, Palacio de Cristal, Palacio de Velázquez, Fuente de los Galápagos, and the monument of the Sphinxes. The route is circular so you end where you started, it crosses through tree-lined paths, gardens, and open areas and covers roughly 2 km and consists of 20 clues. The paths wind through nature-filled promenades, landscaped gardens, and lakes, offering a scenic and varied route that keeps the adventure engaging from start to finish.

Adventure Hunt is ideal for friends, couples, families or colleagues. It is a great way to spend 1.5 to 2 hours – or longer if you stop along the way. Bring water, maybe a snack, and enjoy the journey at your own pace. If you prefer to enjoy some local foods or refreshments along the way, there are kiosks and restaurants along the route. To make sure everyone is engaged, we suggest groups of 2 to 4 participants. If your group is larger, split into smaller teams for a fun, friendly competition. Gather your friends or family, challenge your minds, and discover El Retiro in a brand new way. Adventure is waiting! Are you ready?

We also have Adventure Hunts in other cities across Spain and Portugal. Be sure to follow Adventure Hunt on Facebook or Instagram to stay informed.