This classic adventure is the gold standard of treasure maps in literature. Young Jim Hawkins finds a mysterious map that points to buried pirate treasure. The story features pirates, danger at every turn, and the infamous Long John Silver.
The map itself becomes central, sparking betrayals and tense alliances as characters chase fortune across the seas.
In this intriguing short novel by Poe, William Legrand discovers a curious beetle and a cryptic parchment that hints at buried treasure. The cryptogram and map lead him and his friends on a suspenseful hunt across Sullivan’s Island.
Poe packs plenty of puzzles and twists into a clever story.
Allan Quatermain embarks on an epic expedition into uncharted lands of Africa. Guided by an old treasure map, he seeks the legendary riches and lost diamond mines of King Solomon.
Haggard’s novel combines ancient maps, perilous adventures, and exotic landscapes in a tale full of suspense.
Although it isn’t a traditional “pirate-style” treasure map, Dan Brown’s story centers on a sequence of clues hidden in art and history. Robert Langdon must decode puzzles and navigate secret symbols found in famous paintings to discover a hidden truth.
Every clue works like a map leading from one discovery to the next.
Part of the beloved Tintin series, this graphic novel introduces an old model ship with documents hidden in its mast. Tintin deciphers cryptic clues and hidden maps that promise lost pirate treasure.
The colorful characters, detailed art, and puzzle-solving elements create a fun and adventurous quest.
The library of a medieval monastery becomes the treasure-filled labyrinth guiding this intricate literary mystery. Brother William of Baskerville investigates a series of strange deaths.
The monastery’s secret manuscript, hidden passages, and symbolic clues serve much like a treasure map leading to a dark secret.
Stanley Yelnats, wrongly accused of theft, finds himself digging holes at Camp Green Lake, a juvenile detention center. But these holes aren’t random—they turn out to be connected to a buried treasure dating back generations.
This novel cleverly intertwines two timelines that hinge on a family’s hidden fortune.
Wade Watts navigates virtual worlds to uncover a fantastic hidden Easter Egg left by a billionaire video game designer. A digital map, secret puzzles, and treasure hunts through gaming history guide him—all set in a grim yet nostalgic near-future.
It’s both a hunt for digital treasure and a tribute to gaming and pop-culture.
Four inquisitive kids get caught up in an adventure after stumbling across a strange old map hidden in an island’s caves. Blyton crafts a fun, light-hearted mystery, involving secret passages, hidden clues, and exciting discoveries.
The kids must outwit villains to uncover the island’s secrets.
In this thoughtful, reflective novel, a young shepherd named Santiago dreams of buried treasure near the Egyptian pyramids. The map Santiago travels by isn’t conventional—it’s built from signs, omens, and personal discoveries.
Coelho gently guides readers through lessons about the real treasures hidden within one’s own journey.
After a wealthy collector mysteriously disappears, his sons receive a video suggesting their inheritance lies hidden in a remote jungle, represented by a treasured codex.
Pursued by greedy rivals, they race against time, decoding ancient clues and navigating perilous terrain in their quest for fortune.
Captain Charles Hunter discovers clues pointing toward Spanish gold aboard a treasure galleon in the Caribbean. Crichton offers up tactical naval battles, island ambushes, and secret maps as Hunter and his crew brave dangers to seize a legendary prize.
Another engaging puzzle-driven novel, this time set in Washington D.C. Robert Langdon deciphers elaborate symbols and hidden architecture. The entire city itself is essentially converted into a map, guiding Langdon through labyrinthine mysteries stretching back centuries.
Five children uncover a mysterious old shipwreck and a long-lost treasure map on Kirrin Island. Their lively adventures, secret codes, and explorations create an exciting hunt. Blyton’s straightforward storytelling features clever puzzles and youthful camaraderie.
Cotton Malone, a former intelligence officer, must decipher hidden historical clues to locate the legendary lost Library of Alexandria. An old manuscript serves as the map, taking readers across Europe and North Africa.
Berry skillfully blends history, mystery, and fast-paced action.