Historic Georgetown Guided Architecture Walking Tour

Washington, US
97% of travellers recommend this
Excellent (72 reviews)

Highlights

  • Explore the historic C&O Canal
  • Discover the oldest building in Washington DC
  • Stroll along charming cobblestone streets
  • See the impressive mansions and churches of movers and shakers
  • Wrap up the tour at the beautiful Georgetown Waterfront

Meeting Point

Meet your guide outside local favorite coffee shop, Baked & Wired.

Meeting point

1052 Thomas Jefferson St NW, Washington, DC 20007 , United States

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What to expect

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. Then we'll peek inside the oldest building in Washington DC, before leaving the main drag to explore the neighborhood. 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. 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
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Potomac River

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Old Stone House

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Francis Scott Key Memorial Park

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Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park

The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.

Additional Information

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

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    Grab a coffee at Baked & Wired first
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    Wear comfortable shoes for cobblestone streets
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    Don't miss the views at Georgetown Waterfront
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    Visit nearby Georgetown University Library
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    Check the weather, it can change quickly

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