London Dragon Hunt - Self-Guided Treasure Hunt Adventure
Overview
Step into the historic heart of London, where medieval alleyways meet glass skyscrapers - and dragon statues guard the boundaries. Guided by cryptic clues sent to your phone, your team will race through iconic streets, solving riddles and unlocking secrets at every turn. Along the way, take in famous sights including St Paul’s Cathedral, Leadenhall Market, and London Bridge. It’s part treasure hunt, part urban escape room, and 100% uniquely London.
What's Included
- Personalised digital “Certified Dragon Warrior” certificates (physical version available on request)
- A chat-based immersive treasure hunt across Central London
- A mystery “dragon’s treasure” prize, awarded based on your final score
- Cryptic clues, historical stories, and map guidance along the route
- Food and drinks during the optional pub / market breaks
- Bring a phone with sufficient data and battery
Meeting Location
126 Newgate Street
London EC1A 7AA, UK
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
A cryptic treasure hunt adventure through the historic heart of London, played at your own time and pace. This self-guided challenge begins at a designated pub or cafe near Holborn Viaduct. Follow cryptic clues sent to your phone as you uncover hidden dragon statues, unlock riddles, and discover mythical legends and gruesome tales of the City.
You'll pass iconic locations including St Paul's Cathedral, a historic market with ties to Harry Potter, and finish across the Thames near Tower Bridge, just steps from the world-famous Borough Market. Optional pub breaks are included along the way.
- Walking distance: 5.5 km
- Difficulty: 3/5
- Expected duration: 2–3 hours
- Perfect for: families, groups, couples, solo
- Dragon sightings: 7 (plus 1 dragon slayer)
Here's how It Works:
Cryptic directions are delivered via your phone’s browser. Solve clues to reveal the dragons' locations, or choose to have the directions simplified or revealed on Google Maps if needed.
Your journey is timed; earn bonus minutes off your final score by answering the dragons’ questions correctly. At the end, a mystery prize of “dragon’s treasure” awaits based on your final time.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Activity code: C-5507658P5
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT).
- Personalised digital “Certified Dragon Warrior” certificates (physical version available on request).
- A chat-based immersive treasure hunt across Central London.
- A mystery “dragon’s treasure” prize, awarded based on your final score.
- Cryptic clues, historical stories, and map guidance along the route.
- Food and drinks during the optional pub / market breaks.
- Bring a phone with sufficient data and battery.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the London Dragon Hunt - Self-Guided Treasure Hunt Adventure is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for London Dragon Hunt – Self-Guided Treasure Hunt Adventure will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Personalised digital “Certified Dragon Warrior” certificates (physical version available on request)
- A chat-based immersive treasure hunt across Central London
- A mystery “dragon’s treasure” prize, awarded based on your final score
- Cryptic clues, historical stories, and map guidance along the route
- Food and drinks during the optional pub / market breaks
- Bring a phone with sufficient data and battery
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
