Alexandria, VA Murder Mystery: Solve the case!

A self-guided outdoor murder mystery in Alexandria, Virginia, played on a smartphone and starting at the Historic House Museums Consortium. Players work through the case on foot, at their own pace.

In this outing, you take on the role of a detective assigned to a death. The case centers on Bella, a travel blogger whose death took place during a ghost tour. Using a smartphone, you follow the clues around the city, question suspects, and decide how the pieces fit together, moving through the streets at your own pace.

Along the route, clues are tied to landmarks, graffiti and statues. You decode hidden messages, assemble evidence and work toward identifying the culprit before the trail goes cold. The activity takes place entirely outdoors, and players are asked not to enter private buildings or premises.

The format suits friends, couples, families and solo players who enjoy puzzles and deduction. Visitors who want a walking game built around a local setting will find the route suited to a single afternoon on foot. The outing begins at the Historic House Museums Consortium, where participants start the game.