Historic Georgetown Architectural Walking Tour
from $48.00
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
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.
2 hours
Meet at the start point (no pickup)
Meet your guide outside local favorite coffee shop, Baked & Wired.
Itinerary
- 1Potomac 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.
- 2Old Stone House
Then we'll peek inside the oldest building in Washington DC, before leaving the main drag to explore the neighborhood.
- 3Francis 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.
- 4Chesapeake & 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 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
What's included
- Local guide
Not included
- Gratuities
Good to know
- 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
