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Historic Georgetown: History, Gossip, & Architecture Walking Tour
Washington DC, USA
$49
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Overview
Georgetown’s historic charm and the Chesapeake & Ohio Canal provide a fascinating backdrop for this walking tour. Led by Canden Schwantes, an author on Georgetown's history, this experience promises rich stories and insights.
- 🛶 See the Chesapeake & Ohio Canal, a significant waterway through the industrial area of the neighborhood.
- 🏡 Visit the Old Stone House, the oldest residential building in the district, which is now a National Park site.
- 📜 Learn about Jackie and John F. Kennedy's time in Georgetown before and after his assassination.
- 🏛️ Discover 18th and 19th Century Homes and their diverse architecture, including original firemarks, coal chutes, ironworks, and gas lanterns.
- 👥 Hear stories about the Black Georgetown community, immigrants who shaped the neighborhood, and women who challenged social norms.
- 🎓 View Georgetown University’s famous campus and understand how it has been influenced by the neighborhood.
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The experience offers several options. This price includes:
Georgetown Walking Tour
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 2 hours
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- Professional, Licensed Guide
- Gratuities
Meeting point
Tour begins at the Chesapeake And Ohio Canal Historical Park In Georgetown
by Lock 3 between Thomas Jefferson and 30th St NW - there is a large park on the north side of the canal. Look for your guide in orange.
Return details
Tour ends near Georgetown University at the intersection of 37th and O St NW.
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GeorgetownThe 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.
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C & O CanalThe 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.
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Old Stone HouseCertainly 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.
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See one of many homes associated with the Kennedy family, who lived in nearly a dozen different homes in the neighborhood.
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Georgetown UniversityFounded in 1789, this prestigious Jesuit University is know far and wide for its medical, legal, and undergraduate programs. 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 socializing.
- We end the tour near the Exorcist Steps, a historic stairway that became famous thanks to the 1970s film of the same name. (pass by)
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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
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Historic Georgetown: History, Gossip, & Architecture Walking Tour
Washington DC, USA
$49
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!