Washington, D.C. Scavenger Hunt: Washington D.C.'s Cultural Gems | Let's Roam (2024)

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Washington, D.C. , Washington, D.C., United States

About this tour

America's capital city has some of the country's best cultural attractions. On this fun-filled Washington D.C. scavenger hunt, explore some of the city's storied buildings and great museums.

What's the country's freest plaza? What's the Old Post Office used for today? Find out on this scavenger hunt of Washington D.C.!

Some of what you'll see:United States Navy Memorial and Naval Heritage Center, Freedom Plaza, Old Post Office Museum

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Suitable for all ages

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Duration: 1.5 hours

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Length:1.78 miles

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App guided walking tour

Get your tickets today!Purchase single-player tickets or take your exploration to the next level with a Let’s Roam+ membership.Booking for team building?Work with expert event coordinators and hosts to start planning your team building event.Buying for someone else?Purchase a gift voucher today that’s redeemable on any Let’s Roam scavenger hunt worldwide.

Popular landmarks

Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History

Home to some of the most exquisite pieces, artifacts, and exhibits in human history, the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History is a masterpiece in and of itself!

The National Archives Museum

Locate this building adorned with Corinthian columns and a monument that would make any hoarder proud, The National Archives Building!

Pavilion Cafe at the Sculpture Garden

Our next destination is actually two in one! Look for The National Gallery of Art Sculpture Garden and, inside it, the Pavillion Cafe. One of the most famous breakfast and coffee spots in the DC area!

What is a Washington, D.C. scavenger hunt?

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A guided tour on your own time

There's never been an easier and more fun way to get to know Washington, D.C.. Install our app, get your tickets, head to the starting point and get ready to have a blast!

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The world is your playground

With scavenger hunts in over 3,000 cities worldwide, the Let’s Roam app is your passport to discovery, delivering excitement and connection in Washington, D.C. and around the globe.

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Built for tourists and locals alike

Each hunt is meticulously crafted to surprise and delight, whether you're looking to uncover the secrets of Washington, D.C. for the first time or rediscover the charms of your own backyard.

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Capture memories that last

Access photos and videos from your Washington, D.C. adventures at any time. Relive the thrills and share your stories, keeping the spirit of the hunt alive long after the day is done.

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Easy turn-by-turn directions

Our all-in-one experience includes built-in navigation with precise turn-by-turn directions so you always know how to reach your next destination.

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Themes for every occasion

Whether you’re looking for romantic bliss or family fun, our specialized themes transform ordinary outings into extraordinary stories at the push of a button.

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A guided tour on your own time

There's never been an easier and more fun way to get to know Washington, D.C.. Install our app, get your tickets, head to the starting point and get ready to have a blast!

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The world is your playground

With scavenger hunts in over 3,000 cities worldwide, the Let’s Roam app is your passport to discovery, delivering excitement and connection in Washington, D.C. and around the globe.

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Built for tourists and locals alike

Each hunt is meticulously crafted to surprise and delight, whether you're looking to uncover the secrets of Washington, D.C. for the first time or rediscover the charms of your own backyard.

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Capture memories that last

Access photos and videos from your Washington, D.C. adventures at any time. Relive the thrills and share your stories, keeping the spirit of the hunt alive long after the day is done.

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Easy turn-by-turn directions

Our all-in-one experience includes built-in navigation with precise turn-by-turn directions so you always know how to reach your next destination.

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Themes for every occasion

Whether you’re looking for romantic bliss or family fun, our specialized themes transform ordinary outings into extraordinary stories at the push of a button.

How does it work?

Gather your friends

Each app-led outdoor scavenger hunt can be completed solo, but they’re better with a group. Grab your closest friends, download our free iOS/Android app, and head to the starting location.

Complete trivia and challenges

Search plaques, statues, and art to solve riddles that can only be answered on location in Washington, D.C.. Our hilarious photo challenges will help you capture the memories as you explore.

Share your adventure

Post your favorite photos and stories on social media, relive the funniest and most memorable moments, and inspire others with your unique journey.

How it works Team building options

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Washington, D.C. Scavenger Hunt: Washington Whirlwind HuntWashington DC Scavenger Hunt: A Fun Way to Explore the Nation's CapitalWashington, D.C. Scavenger Hunt: The Treasures of Capitol HillWashington, D.C. Scavenger Hunt: Monuments and More at the National Mall

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Trivia, photo challenges, and more

It doesn’t matter if you’ve lived in Washington, D.C. for decades or if you’re experiencing the area for the first time, each Let’s Roam scavenger hunt tasks you to get up close and personal with locations around the globe. You’ll uncover hidden facts in plaques, complete hilarious photo challenges, and more!

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See what other Washington, D.C. explorers have to say

Don't just take our word for it! See what our satisfied adventurers have to say about this experience.

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This was so much fun!!! My husband and I had a great time exploring. A great way to spend a day. Highly recommended!!

Carol Hild

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Had so much fun today with my team spice girls for Laura Bachelorette party

Pam Fox

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Easy and fun adventure. Good way to tour the city

Scot Branham

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Super fun! Great team building for a great company function

Maggie Silliman

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Lots of fun, and a great activity with a group! We took the light rail down for some extra adventure. We learned a few fun facts.

Terri Hensen

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So much fun and not pricey at all. Did it with a group including kids. They had fun too. We will for sure do more hunts in the future.

Tania Paddock

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It was good family fun. Great that you can pause to have lunch etc. was fairly easy but didn’t initially realise clues had time limits - hence missed out! Would definitely do another elsewhere.

Joanne Clements

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Had lots of fun. Would definitely recommend this as a fun day.

Megan Prenc

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Great time with family and friends would definitely do another tour!

Mike Vigil

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Had an enjoyable time and visited a place I've not been before.

Stephanie Yencer

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Awesome fun! You should try this. Great competition.

Ben Rathbone

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Super fun experience reconnecting with my city and work team!

Sabrina Foster

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Awesome way to learn more about our beautiful city! Great date night!

Laura Taylor

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SO Fun!! It’s a great team bonding experience & fun to learn about the town you’re in. And an added bonus of exercise!

Monica Thomas

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That’s a fun way to see the city and it’s history!

Howard Usher

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Awesome game -it rocked!!

James Macie

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Loved it! Great experience and challenging as well. Highly recommend!

Aaron Doman

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This was so much fun!!! My husband and I had a great time exploring. A great way to spend a day. Highly recommended!!

Carol Hild

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Had so much fun today with my team spice girls for Laura Bachelorette party

Pam Fox

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Easy and fun adventure. Good way to tour the city

Scot Branham

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Super fun! Great team building for a great company function

Maggie Silliman

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Lots of fun, and a great activity with a group! We took the light rail down for some extra adventure. We learned a few fun facts.

Terri Hensen

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So much fun and not pricey at all. Did it with a group including kids. They had fun too. We will for sure do more hunts in the future.

Tania Paddock

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It was good family fun. Great that you can pause to have lunch etc. was fairly easy but didn’t initially realise clues had time limits - hence missed out! Would definitely do another elsewhere.

Joanne Clements

Washington, D.C. Scavenger Hunt: Washington D.C.'s Cultural Gems | Let's Roam (54)

Had lots of fun. Would definitely recommend this as a fun day.

Megan Prenc

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Great time with family and friends would definitely do another tour!

Mike Vigil

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Had an enjoyable time and visited a place I've not been before.

Stephanie Yencer

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Awesome fun! You should try this. Great competition.

Ben Rathbone

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Super fun experience reconnecting with my city and work team!

Sabrina Foster

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Awesome way to learn more about our beautiful city! Great date night!

Laura Taylor

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SO Fun!! It’s a great team bonding experience & fun to learn about the town you’re in. And an added bonus of exercise!

Monica Thomas

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That’s a fun way to see the city and it’s history!

Howard Usher

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Awesome game -it rocked!!

James Macie

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Loved it! Great experience and challenging as well. Highly recommend!

Aaron Doman

FAQs.

What is on the Washington D.C.'s Cultural Gems scavenger hunt

There's so much to see in Washington D.C.'s Cultural Gems we've scavenged up some of our favorite places Additional info about the scavenger hunt can be found here.

Can the Washington D.C.'s Cultural Gems scavenger hunt be used for team building?

Absolutely! Doing the Washington D.C.'s Cultural Gems team building scavenger hunt with your team is a great way to get outdoors, learn about each other, and explore. Team Builders can be customized with a new starting or ending locations, custom questions about your team, and can even include your logo. Click here for more info on how to start your Washington, D.C. team building adventure.

How do I start/buy the Washington, D.C. scavenger hunt?

You can buy tickets from our store! Tickets can be used for the Washington, D.C. scavenger hunt or any of our 600+ city scavenger hunts around the world. Once you have your tickets all you have to do is select the city you want to explore, pick your activity, download the Let's Roam app, and you're ready to go! You can also use Foxcoins to purchase your tickets. Exclusively available in the Let's Roam app, Foxcoins are the Let's Roam currency.

Would this be fun for a date?

Yes! Work with your date to solve clues and learn about each other along the way. Our activities lead you through some of the most scenic parts of a city, past enticing pubs, restaurants, and coffee shops. You can add a bit more of romantic spice to your hunt with our date night theme. Going on a double date? Triple date? No problem! At check out, select the date night theme.

How many tickets do I need?

Each person with a ticket will receive photo challenges, trivia, and other activities for everyone to do together. We recommend purchasing for everyone on your team, including children over 5, so everyone can have an interactive role. If someone does not have their own device, you can have up to 4 characters on a single device. Our app will let you know when to pass the device to a particular character when it's their turn!

Can I bring the kids?

Yes! Each activity is different, but we highly recommend our scavenger hunts for children. Within the hunt there is a "Youngster" character designed specifically for kids to have a great time. If a child does not have his or her own device, each device on the hunt can have up to 4 roles on it. When it is their turn you can pass it to them, so they can do their activity. We recommend getting tickets for anyone over the age of 6.

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FAQs

How do you win a treasure hunt competition? ›

You must have visited the clue sites during the hunt in order to correctly answer the question. It is generally not possible to get the correct answer without having physically visited the clue locations. Answers on the score sheet should be legible and exact.

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How to do an office treasure hunt? ›

Here are some steps you can follow for a successful treasure hunt activity:
  1. Hide objects or tell the team what they need to find.
  2. Give the team clues of what they will find.
  3. Define the search location.
  4. Determine the time the team has to find the objects.
  5. The first team to complete the task wins.
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How to do a city wide scavenger hunt? ›

Six Easy Steps to Turn a Back Yard Scavenger Hunt Into a Citywide Adventure
  1. Decide who's in the group. Aim for four to six kids and look at inviting several close friends or those who live in your neighborhood. ...
  2. Pick a prize. ...
  3. Identify your locations. ...
  4. Divide and conquer. ...
  5. Develop clues. ...
  6. Choose your dates.

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How do you make a treasure hunt around town? ›

How to organise a scavenger hunt in 10 steps
  1. Consider a ticketing platform. ...
  2. Scout out locations. ...
  3. Plan the route. ...
  4. Write the clues. ...
  5. Recruit confederates. ...
  6. Distribute the clues. ...
  7. Create a backup plan. ...
  8. Include small rewards.
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What are good clues for a scavenger hunt? ›

40 best clues for your ultimate scavenger hunt
  • You cut me on a table, but I'm never eaten. ...
  • A band that doesn't play instruments but has plenty of styles. ( ...
  • Everything ends with me. ...
  • How many glasses of water can one drink on an empty stomach? ( ...
  • I am not a lamp, but I can light up. ...
  • I am not an organ, but I have 13 hearts.
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How many clues for treasure hunt? ›

If you're running the hunt for kids and want it to be relatively short, you should not have more than 10 items, as it will become overwhelming for them. However, if you're aiming for a longer game with adults who can quickly decipher clues, your items could range anywhere from 20 to 50.

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Is there a free scavenger hunt app? ›

Actionbound is one of the more basic free scavenger hunt apps. The platform originally started as an educational tool, and has since morphed into a digital scavenger hunt provider for companies, educational institutions, and individuals.

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How do you make a fun scavenger hunt for adults? ›

How To Plan Your Own Scavenger Hunt
  1. Choose your location(s) and time. ...
  2. Pick a theme. ...
  3. Create your lists and riddles. ...
  4. Hide the clues and/or objects. ...
  5. Write your riddles/clues. ...
  6. First one to solve all the clues and grab the final object/figures out the end result wins!

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How to make a simple treasure hunt? ›

How to Plan a Treasure Hunt for Kids
  1. Choose a location for your treasure hunt for kids. ...
  2. Choose a theme and format for your kid's treasure hunt. ...
  3. Decide where you will hide your treasure, and work backwards. ...
  4. Create your kids' treasure hunt clues. ...
  5. Do a final treasure hunt run-through.

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How long should a scavenger hunt be? ›

A scavenger hunt should be a maximum of 2-3 hours long for a team building activity. Most important of all, every team building scavenger hunt should be FUN!

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Are city scavenger hunts fun? ›

City scavenger hunts are designed to engage individuals in a fun, interactive environment. City scavenger hunts are crazy fun ways of sightseeing, build relationships and partake in some outrageous fun!

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How do you host a mall scavenger hunt? ›

Create a “mall scavenger hunt list” of things each team has to take pictures of. Think of ideas like a security guard, someone eating ice cream, a visitor throwing a penny into a fountain. If you want, you can make things more competitive by getting specific.

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Why is treasure hunting illegal? ›

The practice of treasure-hunting can be controversial, as locations such as sunken wrecks or cultural sites may be protected by national or international law concerned with property ownership, marine salvage, sovereign or state vessels, commercial diving regulations, protection of cultural heritage and trade controls.

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Are treasure hunts legal? ›

Originally Answered: What's the law to hunt for treasure in my own land? In the U.S. if you happen to stumble upon something of great worth or simply a cool artifact it's yours. Anything on your property or under it is all yours in the United States.

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How to do a gift treasure hunt? ›

Grab a few Post-it® Super Sticky Notes to write the clues on. Clues should be linked to memorable places or objects throughout the house, eventually leading to the gift's hiding spot. If you have more than one gift, try hiding different presents along the way with clues that eventually lead to the most important one.

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What happens in treasure hunt competition? ›

Treasure Hunt can be played as individuals or teams competing for time. It is fun to play either inside or out. The goal of the game is to lead the seekers through a set of clues that takes them from place to place to find a treasure. The “seekers” need to read each clue they find and figure out the next location.

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How many numbers do you need to win a treasure hunt? ›

To play, pick five numbers from 1 to 30. You win by matching at least two of the five winning numbers drawn. If you match 5 of 5, you win the jackpot.

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How does a treasure hunt work? ›

You set up a treasure hunt by hiding clues and the treasure. The clues can be simple drawings that your child has to find. Each clue tells your child where to find the next clue. The final clue leads to the treasure.

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Do treasure hunters get paid? ›

How much do treasure hunting jobs pay per year? $43,000 is the 25th percentile. Salaries below this are outliers. $81,500 is the 75th percentile.

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