Historic Georgetown Architectural Walking Tour
Reviews Summary
Most reviewers loved the Georgetown tour, praising it as interesting, informative, and a highlight of their DC visit. Guides brought the neighborhood to life, making it worthwhile. One reviewer reported a negative experience due to overbooking and poor audio.
Features
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2 hours
- Local guide
- Gratuities
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- 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
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...
- Duration 2 Hours
- Group Tour
- Max 20 people in the group
- 1
Potomac River
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.
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only
- 2
Old Stone House
Then we'll peek inside the oldest building in Washington DC, before leaving the main drag to explore the neighborhood.
- Duration 5 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required
- 3
Francis Scott Key Memorial Park
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.
- Duration 10 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required
- 4
Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park
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...
- Duration 15 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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