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Historic Georgetown Architectural Walking Tour

By DC Design Tours
10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is $48 per adult
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h
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  • Instant confirmation
Overview

Established fifty years before the Capital, Georgetown began as a gritty port city on the banks of the Potomac River, described by Abigail Adams as a “dirty little hole”. Despite its modest start, Georgetown is now home to palatial mansions, elegant cemeteries, stately churches, and a world-class University. We'll explore the highlights and secrets of DC's most exclusive neighborhood, discussing architecture, history, scandal, and more. By the end of the tour, we'll see Georgetown's full transformation in this rags to riches tale.

Activity location
  • Old Stone House
    • 3051 M St NW,
    • 20007-3702, Washington DC, District of Columbia, United States
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • Baked & Wired
    • 1052 Thomas Jefferson Street Northwest
    • 20007, Washington, District of Columbia, United States

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10am Walking Tour
  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h
    2h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 10:00AM
Price details
$48.00 x 1 Adult$48.00
Total
Price is $48.00
Until Sat, Feb 14

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Local guide
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Gratuities

Know before you book

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Activity itinerary

Potomac River (Pass by)
Our tour begins outside the favorite coffee/dessert shop for Georgetown locals, Baked & Wired. Grab a snack and let's go exploring! We'll start at the C&O Canal, getting an overview of the storied history of Georgetown.
Old Stone House
  • 5m
Then we'll peek inside the oldest building in Washington DC, before leaving the main drag to explore the neighborhood.
Francis Scott Key Memorial Park
  • 10m
We'll stroll along cobble stone streets, discussing the homes of movers and shakers like Jackie Kennedy and Ben Bradley. We'll see imposing mansions, stately churches, and a formerly salacious establishment, before crossing Wisconsin Avenue to the west side of town.
Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park
  • 15m
Making our way over to Georgetown University and down the Exorcist Steps, we'll wrap up on the banks of the Potomac River at the beautiful Georgetown Waterfront. Sights we discuss include: • Chesapeake & Ohio Canal • Old Stone House • Laird-Dunlop House • Newton D. Baker House • Lydia English Seminary School for Girls • Grafton Tyler Double House • Christ Episcopal Church • Hyde-Addison School • Yellow Tavern • Pomander Walk • Volta Labratory • Georgetown Prepatory School • Georgetown University Healy Hall • Georgetown University Library • The Tombs • Georgetown Car Barn • Francis Scott Key Memorial • Cady's Alley • Georgetown Waterfront

Location

Activity location
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    Old Stone House
    • 3051 M St NW,
    • 20007-3702, Washington DC, District of Columbia, United States
Meeting/Redemption Point
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    Baked & Wired
    • 1052 Thomas Jefferson Street Northwest
    • 20007, Washington, District of Columbia, United States

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