Private Tour
Washington DC: House of Cards Self-Guided Puzzle Walk
Overview
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You are Duncan Shepherd, son of Frank Underwood. Released from jail by an unknown ally, follow cryptic text messages through 11 iconic DC landmarks to uncover who freed you and why. This puzzle walk turns the National Mall into a political thriller.
Begin at the US Capitol and trace a path past the National Gallery, the National Archives, and the Department of Justice. Decode clues at Ford's Theatre where Lincoln was shot, visit DC's oldest church, and end face-to-face with the White House.
Real political history collides with House of Cards at every stop. Hoover's secret files on presidents, a stolen Clinton document, the Civil War hospital inside the Capitol, all woven into the mystery of who killed Frank Underwood.
Whether you love House of Cards or DC history, this walk connects fictional drama to the real scandals that shaped American politics.
Play anytime at your own pace using the Questo app. Allow around 66 minutes for the full quest.
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
Real DC political scandals and secrets woven into every stop
Play anytime, pause and resume, go at your own pace
House of Cards storyline: play as Duncan Shepherd, Underwood's secret son
Clues and an interactive map in the Questo app
US Capitol, National Archives, Ford's Theatre, the White House
Self-guided political thriller puzzle walk through 11 DC landmarks
Live tour guide (this is a self-guided activity)
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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