Your next adventure is local
Go somewhere new.
Come back with more.
Discover local spots, complete fun quests, and earn points and entries into cash prize drawings.
Free to play Explore Connecticut
Connecticut
Explores Better
Together
Explore real places
Small adventures. Right around you.
SponsoredSlice Master Challenge
Local quest
Visit West End Pizza and snap a photo of your favorite slice. Show us what makes their pizza special!
SponsoredIce Cream Dreams at Friendly's
Local quest
Visit Friendly's and snap a photo with your favorite ice cream sundae. Share your sweet moment and earn your reward!
Sweet Victory at Harvest Bakery
Local quest
Visit Harvest Bakery and snap a photo of your favorite freshly baked good. Share your delicious discovery and earn your reward!
How it works
Three simple steps
to local rewards.
1. Pick a quest
Browse local spots, from cafés to landmarks, and choose an adventure.
2. Make your move
Visit the location, complete the simple task (like a photo or check-in), and earn points.
3. Collect your rewards
Rack up points, unlock badges, and earn entries into cash prize drawings.
Level up
Every outing
moves you forward.
Earn points, climb the ranks, and collect badges as you explore.
Novice
Explorer
Adventurer
Hero
Legend
Mythic
Cash prize drawings
A little adventure.
A chance at more.
Eligible quests earn entries into cash prize drawings.
See prizes & rules
Explore by region
Find your corner of Connecticut.
Common questions
Quick answers.
Is it free to play?
Yes — creating an account and playing quests is free. No purchase necessary to win.
How do cash drawings work?
Complete cash-eligible quests to earn drawing entries; winners are picked at random on the drawing date.
Where can I explore?
Live across all eight Connecticut counties, with new towns added weekly.
For local businesses
Make your business
part of the adventure.
Create quests that give locals a reason to stop in.
Explore XP Hop for business