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Presidential Neighborhood and Pennsylvania Avenue Architecture Tour

Presidential Neighborhood and Pennsylvania Avenue Architecture Tour

Overview

Pennsylvania Avenue has been host to inaugurations, protests and celebrations throughout our Nation's history. But the development of this grand boulevard, connecting the Capitol to the White House, is fraught with conflict and intrigue. Visit the White House grounds, walk Pennsylvania Ave, and learn how downtown Washington went from Murder Bay to America’s Main Street.

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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

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Local guide

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What To Expect

White House

Meet your guide in Lafayette Square at the statue of General Rochambeau, across from the White House.

Eisenhower Executive Office Building

Once the headquarters of the military, still one of the largest granite buildings in the world.

Blair House

The President's Guest House has been host to diplomats, dignitaries, and more.

Old Post Office Pavilion

Once the headquarters of the Post Office, a building steeped in history and disaster.

FBI Headquarters

Washington's most brutal building.

The National Archives Museum

Our National vault for important documents, including the Declaration of Independence and Constitution.

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Cancellation Policy

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

Reviews (5)

Bill A

Nov 2022

This was our third guided tour from DC Design Tours and we can't wait for more! So much insight about the White House area, Pennsylvania Avenue, and the Capitol. We love these tours as opposed to just wandering around trying to decipher what's what in an unfamiliar area. Very reasonably priced for the insight and knowledge you get. Well worth it!

Response from Host

Nov 2022

Thank you Bill! It was a pleasure seeing you both again!

Julie_G

Jul 2022

I did think the tour guide was very knowledgeable and he shared interested/funny facts about the time period when deceased presidents lived. However, the title of this tour is very misleading. It’s best not to name this Tour with the White House in it because guests don’t get to “enter” the White House. Travelers coming from afar May not know that. I knew that but the other guests asked the tour guide if we were going to get a chance to go inside.

Response from Host

Jul 2022

Thank you for your review, Julie! While we haven't had this misunderstanding before, we'll be updating the name of this tour based on your feedback. We're glad to hear you enjoyed the tour guide and appreciate you taking the time to share about the experience!

Sarah K

Jun 2022

I had a wonderful tour of Pennsylvania Avenue with Carolyn! It was fascinating to stop and explore architectural delights hidden in plain sight along a major artery of DC. My favorite part of the tour was learning about the history and design of the Federal Triangle. I left the tour with a new appreciation of how Penn Ave and the Federal Triangle tie together DC’s downtown. Thank you, Carolyn!

Response from Host

Jun 2022

We really appreciate your review and patronage, Sarah! Thank you!