Historic Georgetown Architecture Tour

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.

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City: Washington DC

Sun 29 Jun

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Starting at $48.00

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Sun 29 Jun

Starting at $48.00

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What's Included

Local guide

Additional Info

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

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (70)

Coastal620565

Oct 2024

This is my second DC Design tour. The guides each time have been informative and interesting, and I learned some little known facts and seen things I had not seen and also looked at familiar things in a new way. They are the best.

Response from Host

Oct 2024

Thank you so much for your review, and being a repeat customer! Hope to tour with you again soon!

Roger_N

Sep 2024

Kim, the tiur guide was very knowledgeable and friendly. Nice way to see Georgetown and learn its history

Response from Host

Nov 2024

Thank you for taking the time to review Kim's Georgetown tour!

maxfS7993HF

Sep 2024

ompany only cares about money; disappointed. My wife and son were on Georgetown tour that was OVERBOOKED with 24 people instead of advertised maximum of 20. The tour guide had no microphone or any equipment; they couldn’t hear half of the commentary. Being such a huge group, the tour moved very slowly. My wife and son were disappointed and left early. Do NOT book with this company as apparently it is a normal practice for them to overbook!

Response from Host

Sep 2024

Hi Max, thanks for letting us know your concerns. I spoke to your wife at length on this matter. The tour had an additional two people (22), and it is not common practice for tours to be overbooked or usual for the groups to be that large. This was a very busy holiday weekend and, while our average size is around 8-12 people, occasionally tours do sell out, as was the case here. Unfortunately, one guest brought two additional people without purchasing tickets in advance or contacting the office and our guide did not feel comfortable turning them away. Your wife did not mention to the guide that she was having trouble hearing, instead texting very angry messages to our office. I offered her an immediate refund if she chose to leave the tour early, which she did not. I also contacted our guide to make sure she was being heard by everyone. Our guide made an extra effort to chat with your family and discuss Georgetown University in detail, since your daughter expressed an interest in the school. Your family did not leave early and stayed for the entire 2.5 hour tour. Your wife booked three tours with our company, and while we’re grateful for your business, she also purchased child priced tickets, despite your kids being well beyond 12 years old. I’m glad your family enjoyed the two other tours with us, and I hope they have a great rest of their time in DC!