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 23 Feb

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Starting at $48.00

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Sun 23 Feb

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
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (43)

D5665AHanthonys

Oct 2022

The guide was great! I don't know a lot about architecture nor Georgetown and it was nice learning a lot about both! Great opportunity to appreciate some history.

Response from Host

Oct 2022

Wonderful, glad to hear it! Thank you for taking the time to post a review!

catleecall12

Oct 2022

Sam was incredibly knowledgeable. He was personable and fun without being corny. Well worth the money. Highly recommend.

Response from Host

Oct 2022

Thank you! Sam definitely skirts the edge of corny on occasion! :)

Bnizzle76

Oct 2022

We loved our walk with Sam B.- he’s a terrific guide with knowledge about the history and architecture of Georgetown! He even emailed me the night before to confirm. And best of all- he’s energetic and really funny! We met at Baked and Wired- a delicious bakery and easy to find. Our group of 10 had an enjoyable 2.5 hrs walking in a light rain with Sam telling us so many interesting stories. It’s a great way to see beautiful neighborhoods, the canal system, Georgetown University (although we didn’t get to tour the campus), and downtown with plenty of shops and restaurants to explore. I would highly recommend this company and look forward to booking future tours.

Response from Host

Oct 2022

Thank you so much! We really appreciate your review!