Private Tour
House of Cards: Political Puzzle Quest in Washington DC
Overview
Available languages
Mobile ticket
Discover Washington DC by solving challenges and unlocking stories on your phone. Play the engaging exploration game, taking the role of a famous historian from Yale, tracing the 200-year-old paths of the enslaved Philip Reid.
As you solve challenges, the story unfolds and exact directions on your phone will guide you to the next location. Ready for an adventure?
Highlights include:
• Explore Columbus Circle, National Japanese American Memorial, Russell Senate Office Building and lesser-known places.
• Enjoy a uniquely crafted story brought to you by our top-notch writers.
• Learn about the fascinating history of the U.S. Capitol and Supreme Court
• Try a new type of experience, the perfect mix between a tour, outdoor escape game, and treasure hunt.
After your booking, you will receive an email with instructions on how to download and play the game on your phone. We recommend that each user purchases a ticket for an optimal experience, although several people can share a phone.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
You will start your exploration here and you will be given your first clue to solve the challenge that awaits you, which will unlock the next part of the story and give you the directions to the next stop.
You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at National Gallery of Art. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
What‘s Included
24/7 customer support.
A city exploration game available on your phone (Questo app).
A tour guide.
Entry tickets to attractions (not needed to complete the tour)
Options
House of Cards: Political Puzzle Quest in Washington DC
Reviews
10 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Skip it. Pick your own...
L G,May 19, 2024
- Review from Viator
1.00Skip it. Pick your own locations and take your own walk. Don’t bother with this. Mandatory app download. Customer service is questionable. Even a low cost doesn’t make up for this experience. Trivia isn’t worthwhile. Don’t make my mistake.
Buggy app and misleading description
Carolyn B,Feb 23, 2024
- Review from Viator
1.00The description of the destinations listed on the Viator webpage were different than on the actual scavenger hunt (for example, the starting location on the Questo was the Ulysses S Grant memorial). Also, the Questo app was buggy and every time I had to switch the app, the game closed out and we had to go through multiple clicks to resume it again. After solving the first clue, we were directed to go to the second destination and walked there (about 10 minutes). The app closed out. When trying to resume it again, the game seemed to reset and it wouldn't provide us with the second clue because it said we had to be at the starting location to unlock the game - despite having already starting it. At that point, we could not continue (we weren't going to walk all the way back) and were very disappointed. Would not recommend.
Tried with family
SarahIsOnVacation,Mar 30, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was in a great spot for exploring so many great sites and monuments in the capitol. We had a beautiful, sunny day and it was fun to try!
Escape room meets Pokémon go
X2064YWlaurab,Feb 23, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Loved being outdoors and seeing the sites of the city while learning local history and playing a game!
Fun way to explore DC!
kaylasK1466GO,Feb 23, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Such a fun way to experience dc!! I got to explore the city but also had a fun storyline to guide me.
Definitely worth it!
S5771POjosephs,Feb 23, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wife and I were in town visiting and we loved the show and the game. Such an great way to tour the city. We’d highly recommend!
So Much Fun!
855farrahr,Feb 23, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wow!!! This was so much fun! What a great way to see the city! I loved the show and loved the game. I night recommend it!!!!’
Going on a questo
sofier667,Feb 23, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Questo allowed me to site see on a mission. It was a great and safe way for me to tour the city. I saw places I would’ve never gone out of my way to see on my own. Best part? You don’t have to plan on by yourself!
So much fun!
Looneysr,Feb 23, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had so much fun with this activity!! Highly recommend for a fun day out! It’s a little something different to do to get you out of the house.
Excellent discovery
armellep706,Aug 5, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was an original and very pleasant way to discover the points of interest of Washington. To do absolutely!
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