About this experience
Discover the grounds of the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C. by solving challenges and unlocking stories on your phone. Play the engaging exploration game, taking the role of a famous historian.
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 the United States Capitol, the Supreme Court of the United States, Library of Congress and lesser-known places.
• Enjoy a uniquely crafted story brought to you by our talented writers.
• Learn about the fascinating legend behind the emblem of the USA.
• Discover the largest library in the world.
• 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.
At a glance
- Duration: 1 hr 25 min–1 hr 55 min
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 1 hr 25 min–1 hr 55 min for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What is included
- 24/7 customer support.
- A city exploration game available on your phone (Questo app).
Not included
- A tour guide.
- Entry tickets to attractions (not needed to complete the tour)
Itinerary and highlights
You will begin at Columbus Circle. Here 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.
Here you will find 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.
Study your next clue on Russell Senate Office Building.
To unlock the next part of the story you will be given your next clue to solve the challenge that awaits you.
Look up your next clue to unlock the next part of the story and give you the correct directions.
You will be given a new clue to solve the challenge that awaits you at Library of Congress. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
Receive your next clue. You can stop for as long as you like and continue exploring at your own pace.
Enjoy the view and continue exploring at your own pace.
Explore at your own pace while admiring the Ulysses S. Grant Memorial around you.
To solve the challenge that awaits you at Peace Monument, you will be given the next clue.
See the Summerhouse and get your next clue to solve the challenge and get new directions.
You will finish at Robert A. Taft Memorial and Carillon. Here is where both the story and the city exploration game end.
Meeting and pickup information
- The game starts at Columbus Circle. After booking, we'll message you a code and activation link. Activate with your own email, then log in to the Questo app with that email. No message? Open the Questo app, tap "Bought a quest somewhere else?" and enter your booking reference number.
Languages and tickets
- English — Written
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Questo
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- 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.
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