Washington DC: House of Cards Self-Guided Puzzle Walk

Overview

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.

Important Information

What's included?

Self-guided political thriller puzzle walk through 11 DC landmarks
Clues and an interactive map in the Questo app
House of Cards storyline: play as Duncan Shepherd, Underwood's secret son
US Capitol, National Archives, Ford's Theatre, the White House
Real DC political scandals and secrets woven into every stop
Play anytime, pause and resume, go at your own pace

Exclusions

Live tour guide (this is a self-guided activity)

Please Note

Stroller or pram accessible
Animals or pets allowed
Public transportation nearby

Not wheelchair accessible
Infants must not sit on laps
Infant seats unavailable
• Unlock your city game in the Questo app using this link: https://questoapp.com/unlock • Download the Questo app using this link (it’s free): onelink.to/questo • Head to the starting point and enjoy your city game!