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Historic Georgetown: History, Gossip, & Architecture Walking Tour

By DC by Foot
9.8 out of 10
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Free cancellation available
Price is AU$75 per adult
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Overview

Take a guided walking tour of a historic area older than DC itself. One of our guides (Canden Schwantes) wrote the book(s) on Georgetown. See the colonial charm of canals, cobblestoned streets, historic homes, & intriguing history.

You will see and hear stories of:

  • Chesapeake & Ohio Canal - a waterway through the industrial part of the area.

  • Old Stone House - oldest residential building in the district, now a National Park site.

  • Homes of Jackie & John F. Kennedy - hear about their time in Georgetown before and after his assassination

  • 18th and 19th Century Homes - learn about the diverse, historic architecture of the houses and the stories of those who have lived here. Look for original firemarks, coal chutes, ironworks, and gas lanterns.

  • Hear stories of the Black Georgetown community, immigrants who shaped the area, and women who bucked social norms.

  • Georgetown University - see the famous campus and learn how the area influenced it.

Activity location

  • Georgetown
    • 20007, Washington DC, District of Columbia, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • C&O Canal Lock 3
    • 20007, Washington, District of Columbia, United States

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Georgetown Walking Tour
  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h
    2h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 10:30 am
Price details
AU$75.29 x 1 AdultAU$75.29
Total
Price is AU$75.29
Until Fri, 7 Nov

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Professional, Licensed Guide
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Service charge

Know before you book

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Georgetown
  • 10m
The port Georgetown goes back centuries and is today know for its cobblestone streets, historic homes and gardens, and is seen as a shopping and dining district. Exploring the area on foot is the best way to go back in time and enjoy the park like atmosphere with all of its old brick and greenery.
C & O Canal
  • 10m
The historic canal through the industrial section of Georgetown, guests will learn about the canal boats and see a working "lock" (gate) the helped the boats travel to and from along the canal.
Old Stone House
  • 10m
Certainly one of the oldest buildings in the entire city, this quaint spot is run by the National Parks Service and has a lovely garden to sit and take a rest in. Built in 1766, it was a car dealership by 1953 when it was taken over for historic preservation. Now it is ours to enjoy and remember a simpler time when tobacco and tall tales traded at the nearby port.
Hedin House Apartments
  • 5m
See one of many homes associated with the Kennedy family, who lived in nearly a dozen different homes in the area.
Georgetown University
  • 5m
Founded in 1789, this prestigious Jesuit University is know far and wide for its medical, legal, and undergraduate programmes. See the towering spires of the Patrick Healy building and the statue of founder John Carrol. On a warm day students will lounge in the grass out front throwing frisbees, reading, and socialising.
"The Exorcist" Steps (Pass by)
We end the tour near the Exorcist Steps, a historic stairway that became famous thanks to the 1970s film of the same name.
Martin's Tavern
  • 5m
A Georgetown institution, this restaurant has been locally owned since 1933. The dark wood panels, black and white photos on the wall, and the regulars at the bar give this place a certain sense of nostalgia and ambiance. The classic American fare keeps people coming back year after year with both indoor and outdoor seating

Location

Activity location

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    Georgetown
    • 20007, Washington DC, District of Columbia, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    C&O Canal Lock 3
    • 20007, Washington, District of Columbia, United States

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