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OUTDOOR MURDER MYSTERY
National Mall, Washington D.C. Detective Mystery: Infiltrate a Secret Society!
5Player rating
THE CITY IS YOUR CRIME SCENE
Play at your pace · usually 90 min 2.1 km Washington D.C. App-guided
Play in
English
CASE #04 / YOUR MISSION
Your city. Your suspects.
Your case to crack.
- Real streets
- Fictional crime
- App-guided play
CONFIDENTIAL / CASE BRIEFING
The story starts here.
Enter the covert world of "The President's Conspiracy," where you are tasked with exposing The Kingmakers—a secret society that has manipulated world leaders and orchestrated global events from the shadows for centuries. A whistleblower has come forward with alarming information, thrusting you into a high-stakes game of deceit.
Your mission: stay one step ahead, decode the secrets, and unravel the conspiracy before their next grand scheme is unleashed.
Will you be the one to expose the truth and save the world from an invisible tyranny?
Oh... and don't forget to say thank you...
Is this for you?
Who it's for
Starting at LBC in Dupont Circle, this 2.3 km walk of about 90 minutes has you decoding clues about The Kingmakers, a secret society flagged by a whistleblower. Friends, couples and families with teens who like escape rooms and murder mysteries will enjoy it, and locals can start it whenever they like. Anyone after a live guide's history talk rather than a conspiracy to crack should pick something else.
What makes this quest special
Highlights
🕵🏻♂️ Uncover a Global Conspiracy – Step into a world where nothing is as it seems and unravel the plots of The Kingmakers.
🧠 Outwit Advanced AI Schemes – Challenge your intellect by decoding cryptic messages and exposing the AI's hidden agenda.
🌐 Embark on a Covert Mission – Engage in a high-stakes quest to discover a secretive power scheme that's been shaping history from the shadows.
👥 Perfect for Thrill-Seekers and Puzzle Lovers – Whether you’re on a daring solo mission or teaming up with friends, this adventure is designed to test your detective skills to the max.
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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
401 Constitution Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
B · Finish
601 Constitution Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20004, USA
Start and finish only. Discover the stops as you play.
WHAT MAKES A QUEST DIFFERENT
Your adventure, with a playful twist.
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Setting
- This quest
- An outdoor route through the city
- Escape room
- An indoor setting designed for the game
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Playing together
- This quest
- Use your own phones to team up or compete
- Escape room
- Solve challenges together in the room
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Pace
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- Check this quest’s playing modes and access hours
- Escape room
- Usually a booked session with a time limit
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Price
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- Choose device access above to see your total
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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
Looking for something to do in DC today: can we start this game right now?
Yes. There is no time slot to book, so you can start whenever you arrive in Dupont Circle, today or any other day. The game takes around 90 minutes, and you can pause and pick it up again later if plans change.
Where does the detective game start?
It starts in Dupont Circle at the point the app labels "Point 1 - LBC". From there the app leads you from place to place, tells you what happened there and sets a puzzle based on what is in front of you.
How long does it take and how far will we walk?
Plan on around 90 minutes and about 2.3 km of walking, all outdoors. You can pause at any point and continue later, so a coffee stop or a change of weather does not end your game.
Is it suitable for kids?
It is written for adults and works well for families with teens who enjoy codes and conspiracy stories. The plot follows a whistleblower and a secret society manipulating world leaders, and the puzzles need patience and reasoning, so younger children may lose interest.
Can our group play together on one ticket?
Yes, one ticket covers your whole group, up to the number of devices stated when you buy. There is no live guide or other group to wait for, so you set your own pace through the mystery.
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OUTDOOR INVESTIGATION IN WASHINGTON D.C.
A detective-style mission through Washington D.C.
Dupont Circle, Washington D.C. Detective Mystery: Infiltrate a Secret Society! is for players who enjoy spy, detective or investigation stories and want a city route with clues instead of a passive walk. The city becomes the setting for the mission.
The route is self-guided over 2.3 km, with 12 challenge locations. 2.3 km walking route; 12 challenge locations
Choose this for an outdoor investigation you control. Choose an escape room when a contained indoor set and fixed session are more important. Playable languages: English.
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