THE BEST 10 Washington DC Self-guided Tours in 2026 (Prices from $5)

The Best Way to Discover D.C.: Scavenger Hunt & Self-Guided Tour. Play, learn, and walk! Explore at your own pace with a 100% self-guided activity. Start anytime (24/7) with no guides or schedules. Pause for a photo or a stroll past the Lincoln Memorial and resume whenever you're ready—even the next day. This unique team-building activity is perfect for couples, families, and groups. The "Complete City" Package - Everything you need in one app: Interactive Game: Solve puzzles and discover 10+ major attractions, plus hidden gems revealed along the way. Audio & Text: Listen to our audio guide or read the history/legends of each site. Insider Tips: Access hand-picked local restaurant and shop recommendations. What you will visit: United States Capitol, Library of Congress, National Air and Space Museum, National Gallery of Art, Museum of Natural History, Museum of American History, Washington Monument, World War II Memorial, Korean War Veterans Memorial, Lincoln Memorial.

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Washington D.C Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self Guided Audio Tour

Free Cancellation
3 hours

from $9

Price varies by group size

Scavenger Hunt in Washington DC by Crazy Dash

Free Cancellation
2 hours

from $10

Special Offer

A mysterious crime has shaken Washington DC. Put on your detective hat and solve the puzzle on this self-guided walking quest. Your smartphone delivers clues, witness statements, and puzzles as you navigate between real-world locations that become your crime scene. Each stop reveals new evidence and suspects. Follow the trail from location to location, piecing together the story while exploring Washington DC's streets. The app guides you step by step with an immersive narrative full of twists. This 1–2 hour private detective adventure runs 24/7 — start whenever you want, pause for coffee or photos, and play at your own pace. Available in 5+ languages.

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Washington DC Murder Mystery: Self-Guided Detective Walk

Free Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutes

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$5

$6

Price varies by group size

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Washington DC Museums self-guided walking tour & scavenger hunt

Free Cancellation
3 hours

from $44

Per group

Dive into adventure with us, your go-to for the ultimate app-led adventure hunts! Step into a world where every landmark and hidden gem is waiting to be discovered. Challenge yourself with trivia, tackle brain-teasing puzzles, and embark on an epic journey of exploration! Whether you’re collaborating with your crew or turning up the competition, This Adventure Hunts guarantee a blast for all. Perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a spontaneous outing, a wild bachelorette bash, a festive birthday celebration, or a team-building extravaganza. Each player gets to dive into an interactive role, ensuring every challenge is as thrilling and unique as the next. So, gather your squad, choose your adventure, and let the good times roll! With us, every outing becomes a treasure trove of memories and excitement. Are you ready to conquer the city and create unforgettable experiences? Let’s play and make every day an adventure!

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A Remarkable Scavenger Hunt in Washington D.C.

Free Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutes

from $15

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Washington DC National Mall Bike Rentals

Free Cancellation
2 to 9 hours

from $21

Dive into adventure with Let’s Roam, your go-to for the ultimate app-led adventure hunts! Step into a world where every landmark and hidden gem is waiting to be discovered. Challenge yourself with trivia, tackle brain-teasing puzzles, and embark on an epic journey of exploration! Whether you’re collaborating with your crew or turning up the competition, Let’s Roam Adventure Hunts guarantee a blast for all. Perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a spontaneous outing, a wild bachelorette bash, a festive birthday celebration, or a team-building extravaganza. Each player gets to dive into an interactive role, ensuring every challenge is as thrilling and unique as the next. So, gather your squad, choose your adventure, and let the good times roll! With Let’s Roam, every outing becomes a treasure trove of memories and excitement. Are you ready to conquer the city and create unforgettable experiences? Let’s Roam and make every day an adventure!

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An Epic Scavenger Hunt: Capitol Hauntings of DC

Free Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutes

from $15

Explore the vibrant streets of Washington D.C. on an interactive scavenger hunt that blends history with adventure. Teams will uncover hidden treasures, snapping selfies at iconic sites like the White House and Lincoln Memorial while tackling trivia challenges. This outdoor experience offers the freedom to roam at your own pace, with no reservations needed. Perfect for families, friends, or couples looking to delve into D.C.'s rich past, the app-led tour allows participants to engage with the city’s stories from the Revolutionary War to Hollywood, all while having fun. Get ready to play detective and create unforgettable memories in the capital.

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Washington D.C. National Monument Scavenger Hunt Walking Activity

4 hours

from $60

Per group

Likely to Sell Out

Experience the history and scale of Washington DC—and quickly travel between destinations—on a fun and time-saving Segway tour. Headsets ensure you can hear your guide’s insightful commentary as you zip past prominent buildings, historic sights, and top DC monuments. This tour is ideal for visitors who want to get a good overview of the city, in order to know where to explore in more depth later.

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Washington DC "See the City" Guided Sightseeing Segway Tour

Free Cancellation
2 hours 30 minutes

from $70

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Smithsonian Museum of American History Exclusive Guided Tour

Free Cancellation
2 hours 30 minutes

from $95

Price varies by group size

Zombie Scavengers tests your ability to survive after a Zombie Apocalypse. The game leads you through the city, where you will have 60 minutes to collect survival items for your colony. The Setting: Small colonies of the living are doing all they can to survive. You and your team have been tasked with scavenging for survival supplies for your colony. You’ll only have 60 minutes to figure out which items you'll need and find as many items on the list as you can. Your Mission: With 1 hour and your team of up to 10 people, you will use your smartphone to search the area for much needed food, supplies, and shelter. Along the way, you will be asked to do some challenges or answer some trivia questions. The goal is to score at least 4000 points in 1 hour in order to survive the zombie apocalypse! PS. Our game is family friendly, no actual zombies are involved in the scavenger hunt.

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Zombie Scavengers Game - Washington, DC

Free Cancellation
1 hour

from $20

Per group

Rent an electric boat at The Wharf and enjoy a self-guided adventure on the Washington Channel. Perfect for families and friends, this rental allows you to explore at your own pace while taking in sights like the Titanic Memorial and Francis Case Bridge. Up to 8 people can enjoy the serene experience with no license required, making it accessible for everyone. Bring your own snacks and drinks for a delightful picnic on the water. - Explore the Washington Channel at your own pace - Ideal for up to 8 people with no boating license needed - Bring your own food and drinks for a cozy outing - Easy online booking available daily from 8 am to sunset

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Cherry Blossoms Boat Rental at The Wharf DC No License Required

Free Cancellation
1 to 3 hours

from $168

Per group

"Dive into adventure with Let’s Roam, your go-to for the ultimate app-led adventure hunts! Step into a world where every landmark and hidden gem is waiting to be discovered. Challenge yourself with trivia, tackle brain-teasing puzzles, and embark on an epic journey of exploration! Whether you’re collaborating with your crew or turning up the competition, Let’s Roam Adventure Hunts guarantee a blast for all. Perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a spontaneous outing, a wild bachelorette bash, a festive birthday celebration, or a team-building extravaganza. Each player gets to dive into an interactive role, ensuring every challenge is as thrilling and unique as the next. So, gather your squad, choose your adventure, and let the good times roll! With Let’s Roam, every outing becomes a treasure trove of memories and excitement. Are you ready to conquer the city and create unforgettable experiences? Let’s Roam and make every day an adventure! "

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An Epic Scavenger Hunt Monuments and More at the National Mall

Free Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutes

from $15

Looking for things to do in Washington DC? Our 3-hour self-guided walking tour and scavenger hunt take you from the White House to Dupont Circle and Logan Circle while also seeing several embassies, churches, and parks. Also, you will have to solve challenges at every step to discover your next destination. At each stop, you will learn some history as well as interesting facts. The Washington DC Dupont Circle and Logan Circle Tourist Scavenger Hunt is a 3.9 km / 2.4 mi self-guided walking tour with challenges along the way. It should take you 3 hours to complete. - A fun learning experience - See the sights! 36 locations - Learn some local history - Challenge your knowledge: 29 varied challenges - Fun for all ages, kids included - Pet-friendly throughout - Start whenever you are ready, from your smartphone – no fixed schedule - Take as little, or as much time as you wish to complete your hunt Buy 1 scavenger hunt for your party of 1 to 6 people.

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Dupont & Logan Circles Self-Guided Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt

Free Cancellation
3 hours

from $44

Per group

Dive into adventure, your go-to for the ultimate app-led adventure hunts! Step into a world where every landmark and hidden gem is waiting to be discovered. Challenge yourself with trivia, tackle brain-teasing puzzles, and embark on an epic journey of exploration! Whether you’re collaborating with your crew or turning up the competition, our hunts guarantee a blast for all. Perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a spontaneous outing, a wild bachelorette bash, a festive birthday celebration, or a team-building extravaganza. Each player gets to dive into an interactive role, ensuring every challenge is as thrilling and unique as the next. So, gather your squad, choose your adventure, and let the good times roll! Every outing becomes a treasure trove of memories and excitement. Are you ready to conquer the city and create unforgettable experiences? Make every day an adve

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A Spectacular Scavenger Hunt at Washington National Zoo

Free Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutes

from $15

Are you looking for a fun adventure that will shake up your usual beach routine? Jet ski rental is perfect for a quick half hour of water fun. Gather some friends and hit the water with a jet ski rental. Jet skis offer an exciting experience on the water that combines the thrills of motorcycling and waterskiing. Before your adventure, our jet ski rental company will provide instructions on jet ski operation to boaters. After this briefing, you will be fully informed about your rental. All nautical excursions are carried out by experienced guides.

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agadir jetski academy rental

Free Cancellation
30 minutes

from $71

Per group

Likely to Sell Out

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Tastes of Georgetown Food & History Small Group Walking Tour

Free Cancellation
3 hours

from $129

Take a spooky stroll through Washington DC on this guided walking ghost tour. Visit one of the most haunted buildings in the world—the United States Capitol Building—as well as the Supreme Court Building and the Library of Congress. Hear the stories of feuding ghosts of past lawmakers, haunted souls surrounding the Trial of the Lincoln Assassination Conspirators, the phantoms of past presidents and the curse that surrounds everything on Capitol Hill. It’s a fascinating, spine-tingling adventure.

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Haunted DC Night-Time Walking Tour on Capitol Hill

Free Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutes

from $25

An immersive clue-solving adventure around Adams Morgan. Search for real-world clues, solve puzzles, and discover the neighborhood with an experience you'll never forget! Reschedule anytime with no fees. It's a scavenger hunt, escape room, and urban crawl all-in-one. Follow the storyline around town as you find clues and use them to crack codes. Then enter solutions on the app to find out where to go next. Clues can be anywhere - murals, statues, landmarks, and more! Plan on about two hours of play time, depending on experience level and how much time you spend exploring along the way. Difficulty level is adjustable - take as many or as few hints as you’d like! Bookings made a week or more in advance receive their kit in the mail. Bookings made less than a week in advance will pick up their kit at the start point on the day of the adventure - pickup address provided after booking.

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Outdoor Escape Room in Washington, D.C. - Adams Morgan

2 hours

from $75

Per group

Our location is unbeatable! We are located right off the highway coming into the city, and we have an inexpensive parking garage in the building where you can leave a car all day while you are out on a bike or scooter. We are also located right near the Foggy Bottom Metro station if you prefer to take the train in. We are 2 blocks from the National Mall, and you can bike or scooter directly onto a protected bike path to get there. We also have connectivity with the Georgetown Capital Crescent trail and the Mount Vernon trail.

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Rent an Electric Bike to See All of Washington

Free Cancellation
8 hours

from $50

This 2-hour bike tour in Washington DC celebrates the world-famous National Cherry Blossom Festival in the US' capital. Admire the blooming cherry trees as you cycle through Tidal Basin and East Potomac Park, while your friendly and knowledgeable guide fills you in on the history of this beloved festival. There's plenty of time to stop and take photos of not only the blooming trees, but such important national landmarks as the Jefferson Memorial, Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial, and Franklin Delano Roosevelt Memorial.

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Washington DC Cherry Blossoms By Bike Tour

Free Cancellation
2 hours

from $65

Wacky Walks of Washington DC let's your team discover your city in a fun way! Our adventure is a royal themed scavenger hunt that is all played using an app. Throughout the game your group members will face off and compete to become the King or Queen. The King/Queen will lead the other members of the group to complete wacky tasks and find items around the city for points. The objective of Wacky Walks is to hang on to your King/Queen title the longest and try to get as many points as possible by doing the tasks and finding the items. You are welcome to explore any area of the city that you'd like and take as much time as you need, Wacky Walks is not timed. During the game, a remote host will be following along virtually and chatting with you if you need any help! Come explore your Kingdom of Washington DC today!

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Explore Washington DC with a Unique Scavenger Hunt by Wacky Walks

Free Cancellation
2 hours

from $10

Jackie Kennedy and her children lived in Georgetown at this N. St. home briefly after John’s assassination.

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The Kennedy Homes: A Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour

Free Cancellation
1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours

from $8

A unique scavenger hunt awaits in the heart of Washington D.C.. Discover iconic landmarks like the Washington Monument and the U.S. Capitol Building while solving puzzles and snapping selfies. As you stroll through the National Mall, keep an eye out for the quirky red, white, and blue eraser sculpture. This interactive experience allows teams to explore at their own pace, making it perfect for families, friends, or a fun date. With no reservations required, dive into a captivating blend of history and adventure with this app-led tour.

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Washington D.C. National Mall Scavenger Hunt Adventure

3 hours

from $50

Per group

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