The "Madams of DC" Guided Walking Tour
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Duration 2.5 hours
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Experienced English guide
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Wheelchair accessible
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Private tour options available
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No entry fees required
Explore the hidden history of DC's Madams on this unique 2.5-hour guided walking tour, revealing the past of Pennsylvania Avenue.
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2.5 hours of fascinating information by an experienced guide. no entry fees necessary.
Excluded
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Refreshments at hill country bbq half-way stop.
Explore the hidden history of DC's Madams on this unique 2.5-hour guided walking tour, revealing the past of Pennsylvania Avenue.
Highlights
- Unique perspective on DC's history
- Learn about the lives of prostitutes in Civil War DC
- Visit the former site of a notorious brothel
- Experience the scandalous parties hosted by the Odd Fellows
- Discover the remains of DC's most notorious Madams
Meeting Point
The meeting point is in front of the Willard Center, next to the Occidental on Pennsylvania Avenue NW. Look for the guide wearing the costume!
1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20500 , United States
End Point
Tour ends at the National Museum of the American Indian, which used to be the site of a notorious brothel. Smithsonian and Federal Center Metro Stations (Orange/Blue/Silver lines) are both only two blocks away.
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What to expect
Freedom Plaza
Where Freedom Plaza is now once used to be the notorious neighborhood known as Murder Bay. As we walk through this spacious open area currently used for festivals and music events, you'll hear all about the taverns, gambling houses, and brothels popular with Northern Arm soldiers that used to stand there.
Waldorf Astoria Washington DC
On the block where the Trump International Hotel, formerly the Old Postal Office building, currently stands, was the 11th Street strip, a subsection of the Red Light district on Pennsylvania Avenue where the Military Provost Guard harassed and arrested some of the raucous Madams in the neighborhood.
The National Archives Museum
Continuing in our journey through time, you'll learn about the lives of prostitutes in Civil War DC and the part they played in society, as we pass by the former site of the largest central urban Market in DC.
IOOF Temple Building
We'll stop for a drink at Hill Country BBQ (*cost of beverage not included), across the street from the International Order of Odd Fellows Temple. The IOOF supported the arts, and the art of having a good time. It was common to see the higher class working girls walking into a grand party hosted by the Odd Fellows, on the arm of an Army Officer. Scandalous!
National Gallery of Art
The former site of Marble Alley, where two of DC's highest paid Madams had a vicious rivalry.
National Museum of the American Indian
An archeological dig discovered the remains of DC most notorious, and yet charitable, Madams. The tour ends at this, the most glamorous of DC's Civil War-era pleasure houses.
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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Wheelchair accessible
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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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Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Not recommended for participants with spinal injuries
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Guests must be able to be on their feet for at least 2 hours.
What our experts say
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Visit Hill Country BBQ for drinks!
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Check the schedule for tour dates.
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Wear comfortable shoes for walking.
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Nearby Metro stations: Smithsonian.
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Bring a camera for unique sights!
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