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Outdoor escape game
The Oz Escape in Washington D.C.
4.54Player rating
A QUESTO OUTDOOR ADVENTURE
Play at your pace · usually 90 min 2 km Washington D.C. App-guided
Play in
English
The adventure
About this quest
Embark on our magical outdoor escape-room-style experience! 🔮
Join forces with the remarkable team of misfits and:
📖 Jump into our all-new gripping narrative, inspired by L. Frank Baum’s original Oz novel from 1900!
🤔 Try to outsmart the witch by cracking immersive puzzles with friends, or tackle her challenges solo, facing off against the leaderboard.
🎵Enjoy original new songs, in the theme of Oz, specially created for this game, available in the app and on-demand when you get home.
🌈 Follow clues to uncover each new location and discover (or rediscover) places around town in a whole new light.
Make sure you have your phone charged and your walking shoes on!
Tick-tock, time to escape!
Is this for you?
Who it's for
Friends looking for an escape room outing, families with older kids or teens, couples and Oz fans spend around an hour and a half solving puzzles to outwit the witch on a 2 km walk through Georgetown, from the C&O Canal to Pinstripes. Puzzle fans can also play solo and chase the leaderboard. If you would rather solve puzzles indoors with a host on hand, or cannot comfortably walk 2 km, an indoor escape room is the better pick.
What makes this quest special
Highlights
Hunt for clues and solve witty puzzles as you walk around town
Follow an original Oz storyline
Listen to new themed songs
Learn unknown fun facts about the Oz universe
Meet other people role-playing as Oz characters
Compete or work together to solve the mission
From people who played this quest
Good times. In their words.
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From your phone to the streets
A walk that turns into an adventure.
- 1
Open the app. You’re on your way.
Choose your pass, then open your quest in the Questo app. It guides you from the starting point.
- 2
Get outside. Follow your curiosity.
Discover real places and their stories on foot. Stop for a coffee or a photo, then pick up where you left off.
- 3
Crack a clue. Share a little victory.
Look around for answers, solve puzzles and enjoy the “we got it!” moments.
CHOOSE YOUR PASS
How many are playing?
Get this questNo booking slot · play any dayFull refund until you start playing
BRING YOUR WHOLE GROUP
One city. Rival teams. Great stories together.
A school trip, a team day or friends out together. Turn your next outing into a little friendly competition.
Everyone for themselves
One player per phone. Solve clues on your own and race for the top spot on the final leaderboard.
Can a team share one phone?
Yes. Play together on one phone per team, or use your own phones and join the same team in the app. We recommend your own phones so everyone can take part.
The real-world playing space
Washington D.C.
A · Start
1056 30th St NW, Washington, DC 20007, USA
B · Finish
1062 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington, DC 20007, USA
Start and finish only. Discover the stops as you play.
Along the way
Landmarks & Hidden Gems Included
WHAT MAKES A QUEST DIFFERENT
Your adventure, with a playful twist.
1 / 4
Setting
- This quest
- An outdoor route through the city
- Escape room
- An indoor setting designed for the game
2 / 4
Playing together
- This quest
- Use your own phones to team up or compete
- Escape room
- Solve challenges together in the room
3 / 4
Pace
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- Check this quest’s playing modes and access hours
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- Usually a booked session with a time limit
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Price
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- Prices and group sizes vary by venue
Features and terms vary by experience. Check the details before booking.
A little clarity before you go
Frequently asked questions
Is there an Oz-themed game to play in Washington DC?
Yes. This is an outdoor, escape-room-style puzzle walk inspired by L. Frank Baum's 1900 Oz novel, played on your phone. It leads you through Georgetown over about 2 km, with puzzles set in the places you pass, and takes around an hour and a half.
Is it a scheduled event, or do we need to book a time slot?
There is no fixed event time and no slot to book. You start whenever suits you, with no group to join and no guide to meet. You can also pause the game and pick it up again later.
Where does it start and finish?
It starts at the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal Historical Park in Georgetown on 30th St NW. The route passes the Old Stone House, Georgetown Baptist Church, Christ Church and Wisconsin Ave NW, then Fishmarket Square, and finishes at Pinstripes, not back at the start.
Can we play as a group?
Yes. One ticket covers the whole group playing together, so friends, families or work groups can crack the puzzles as a team on one phone. If you prefer, you can also take on the witch's challenges solo and compare your result on the leaderboard.
Is it played outdoors, and what if it rains?
The whole game is played outdoors on the streets of Georgetown, so dress for the weather. Because there is no booked time, you can choose a dry day to go, or pause during a downpour and continue later.
What’s the story in this Oz quest?
You team up with a ragtag crew of misfits to outsmart the witch using an original Oz storyline inspired by Baum’s 1900 novel. There are puzzles, hidden facts, and role-play moments as you travel through D.C. trying to save Oz.
Is this good for couples wanting something romantic + fun?
Yes. Walking through historic Georgetown, solving whimsical puzzles together, maybe catching sunset light near the canal, then finishing with a bite or dessert at Pinstripes—it makes for a date night that isn’t just dinner + movie.
Do families with teens/older kids enjoy this?
Definitely. The puzzles are immersive but not scary. Teens who like stories, mystery, and exploring will find lots to love. There’s enough walking + stops so you can pause anytime.
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