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City exploration game

Washington DC: Underwood’s Heir - Reckoning

4Player rating· 95 plays
Play at your pace · usually 66 min 3.9 km Washington D.C. App-guided
Play in
English

The experience

About this quest

Relive and remember why you loved watching House of Cards as you visit locations in Washington DC that served as the backdrop to all the plot twists and betrayals of the Underwoods! 

Follow step-by-step instructions, solve clues, and unlock local stories. See places and sites that have forged the United States of America. 

Enjoy exploring the old part of DC, the Federal Triangle, walk by the Federal Bureau of Investigations headquarters, Smithsonian museums, US Navy Memorial, shops, restaurants, and much more.  

Try out this city exploration game in Washington DC now! 

What makes this quest special

Highlights

  • Visit the two places where two former US Presidents were assassinated.

  • Stand across the street from the White House, the residence of US Presidents.

  • Take in the sight of the National Mall from the view of the US Capitol.

From people who played this quest

Good times. In their words.

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32 player ratings

Selected player reviews. Original words and ratings.

From your phone to the streets

A walk that turns into an adventure.

  1. 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. 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. 3

    Crack a clue. Share a little victory.

    Look around for answers, solve puzzles and enjoy the “we got it!” moments.

CHOOSE YOUR PASS

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Players exploring the city together

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.

Team vs team

Use your own phones and join a team. Any teammate’s answer advances everyone. Beat the other teams on the leaderboard.

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.

Your walk, at a glance

Washington D.C.

A · Start

Cross Streets: First Street (NW/SW), between Pennsylvania Avenue NW and Maryland Avenue SW. City/Zip: Washington, D.C. 20004 GPS Coordinates: 38°53′23″ N, 77°00′46″ W

B · Finish

E St NW & 15th St NW, Washington, DC 20004, USA

Get directions to the start

Start and finish only. Discover the stops as you play.

The people behind the adventure

Created by Laura Ballou.

A route that brings places and playful storytelling together.

Made by Laura Ballou

WHAT MAKES A QUEST DIFFERENT

Your adventure, with a playful twist.

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Experience

This quest
Discover places through stories and clues in the app
Guided walking tour
Hear stories and ask a guide questions
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Pace

This quest
Pause for a photo, a café or a longer look
Guided walking tour
Usually follows the guide’s schedule
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Company

This quest
Explore with your own people or on your own
Guided walking tour
Private and shared group tours are available
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Guidance

This quest
Directions and challenges in the Questo app
Guided walking tour
Live interpretation from a guide

Features and terms vary by experience. Check the details before booking.

A little clarity before you go

Frequently asked questions

Is Washington DC: Underwood’s Heir - Reckoning self-guided?
Yes. The Questo app guides you between locations without a tour guide or fixed departure. Start when it suits you and pause if needed.
Where does Washington DC: Underwood’s Heir - Reckoning start and finish?
It starts at Ulysses S. Grant Memorial, Cross Streets: First Street (NW/SW), between Pennsylvania Avenue NW and Maryland Avenue SW. City/Zip: Washington, D.C. 20004 GPS Coordinates: 38°53′23″ N, 77°00′46″ W and finishes at The White House, E St NW & 15th St NW, Washington, DC 20004, USA. The route is approximately 3.9 km and includes 11 location-based puzzles.
How many accesses does our group need?
This classic quest sells access per device and player. Each person who wants to solve clues on their own phone needs their own access.
What language is Washington DC: Underwood’s Heir - Reckoning available in?
It is currently available to play in English.

HISTORY AND CULTURE IN WASHINGTON D.C.

A history-led way to explore Washington D.C.

Washington DC: Underwood’s Heir - Reckoning is for visitors who want more context than a casual walk, but more freedom than a scheduled guided tour. The quest uses a route through Washington D.C. to connect clues, places and stories.

The route starts at Ulysses S. Grant Memorial and finishes at The White House over 3.9 km, with 11 challenge locations. Typical duration: 66 min; 3.9 km walking route; 11 challenge locations

Choose this for active, private discovery at your pace. Choose a guided historical tour or museum when expert live interpretation or curated exhibits matter more. Playable languages: English.

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