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Be prepared to walk and...
Be prepared to walk and learn a lot! It was incredibly educational and a fun outing! Would recommend going in spring or fall.
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DC Monuments Self-Guided Walking Tour and Scavenger Hunt
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At a glance
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Price from
- $10 / person
- Location
- Washington DC, United States
- Rating
- 3.5 / 5 · 6 reviews
- Languages
- EN, EN, FR, FR
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Tourist Scavenger Hunt
- Meeting point
- Once you're standing outside the Ellipse Visitor Pavilion, and have completed the transaction with our website, log in with your account (My Account / Scavenger Hunts) and click on the blue button to begin your scavenger hunt.
Description
This Tourist Scavenger Hunt takes you across the Western part of the National Mall with a few side trips to see various interesting things you're expecting to see, and other things you didn't know were there. It takes 2-3 hours to complete; do it whenever you wish - you select your own date and start time, no scheduling or reservation needed. 20+ challenges, games and enigmas to solve as you walk through this historic neighbourhood. Buy either a single or a group ticket.
Tour Options
Itinerary
The Ellipse
While you are here at the starting point, learn all about the White House and how it has evolved over the years. Solve a few challenges while you are here.
View and learn all about the White House, its central block, east and west wings, and some fun facts. Spend 10 minutes her as you learn and solve challenges
Walk 5min to this destination and learn about it and its surrounding buildings. Spend 5min here and solve a challenge.
Art Museum of The Americas
Walk 5min to get here. Learn about this museum and the nearby statue. Spend 5 minutes here and solve a challenge.
Constitution Gardens
Enter the National Mall through this section. Solve a challenge and continue to your next stop.
Vietnam Women's Memorial
Learn about Women's role in the Vietnam War. Solve a challenge while you are here.
Vietnam Veterans Memorial
Take a moment to reflect at this low, long memorial. Learn a little about the conflict and solve a challenge while you are here.
Lincoln Memorial
Walk 5min to reach the Lincoln Memorial. Learn about Abraham Lincoln and solve some challenges while you are here. Then, from the top of the steps, admire the length of the National Mall as you can see the Capitol Building, the Washington Monument and the reflecting pools.
Korean War Veterans Memorial
Walk 5min to reach this next memorial. Learn about this conflict and solve a challenge.
Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial
Take a little more than 5 minutes to reach this next memorial, solving a few challenges along the way. Once here, learn about MLK and solve another challenge.
Jefferson Memorial
From the MLK Memorial you can see the Jefferson Memorial. Learn about him before moving on, solving a few challenges as you walk to your next destinations.
National World War II Memorial
Walk 5min to reach this grand WWII memorial. Learn about its configuration and why/how the names are positioned. Solve a few challenges as you hunt for the "Kilroy was here" graffiti
Washington Monument
Walk 5min to get here. Learn about this monument and solve a challenge. This is your final stop as you are now 1 block south, within eyesight of your start location.
What's included
Included
Scavenger hunt on your mobile phone
Historical and architectural self-guided walking tour
20+ challenges to solve
See 4 film locations from some of your favorite movies.
Not included
WiFi - Internet access is required to complete this activity.
Traveller Ratings
3.5
6 reviews
Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does DC Monuments Self-Guided Walking Tour and Scavenger Hunt take?
DC Monuments Self-Guided Walking Tour and Scavenger Hunt lasts about 3 hours. The itinerary has 13 stops.
How much does DC Monuments Self-Guided Walking Tour and Scavenger Hunt cost?
Prices start at $10 per person for this Washington DC experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel DC Monuments Self-Guided Walking Tour and Scavenger Hunt for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Once you're standing outside the Ellipse Visitor Pavilion, and have completed the transaction with our website, log in with your account (My Account / Scavenger Hunts) and click on the blue button to begin your scavenger hunt. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is DC Monuments Self-Guided Walking Tour and Scavenger Hunt offered in?
The experience is available in EN, EN, FR, FR.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 6 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Reviews(6)
A
Nothing like a scavenger hunt.
Nothing like a scavenger hunt. We quit after the first few “clues”. Requesting my money back. The facts are interesting but we were just reading them on our phones the whole time, not actually interacting.
B
Dc hunt
It was good, we went to many places but the questions were very challenging. But overall we really enjoyed this hunt!
Operator response
Thanks for the feedback!
E
Great way to experience DC sites!
The MLK Memorial was the highlight, but overall it was a good sampling of DC sites. Good amount of walking-enough, but not too much. A few glitches with the system counting our correct answers as wrong, but not a big deal.
Operator response
Thanks for your feedback, we'll look into correcting that
A
Fantastic time
We did the scavenger hunt as part of a bachorette party activity and it was definitely fun and learnt new things along the way. Visited multiple war memorials, the lincoln memorial. Will be a good activity for children as well.
Operator response
Thank you for your review
M
Washington DC Landmarks Tour
We have to do it on foot and calmly. It can last more than three hours if you take it seriously. The tour is wonderful and full of history. If you have time visit one or more of the museums you can find in your path. The cold and wind of the time are not inconvenient. Monuments relating to the Korean and Vietnam Wars are impressive. Cheer up it's worth it
2 people found this helpful
Operator response
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