Historic Georgetown: History, Gossip, & Architecture Walking Tour
Recommended by 98% of travelers
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Washington DC, USA
- 2 hours (approx.)
- Group discounts
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
Overview
Washington DC’s Georgetown neighborhood is considered the historic core of the city, and it offers a wealth of sights for visitors to explore. See the best of the area's past and present—and discover sights and stories you'd miss if exploring alone—on this small-group walking tour. Follow your guide to key sights from JFK's former home to Georgetown University, learning behind-the-scenes stories along the way.
- Discover Georgetown sights and stories that most visitors overlook
- Explore one of Washington DC's most popular and historic areas
- This small-group tour is capped at 15 to keep things personal
- Benefit from in-depth commentary from your guide throughout
What's Included
- Professional, Licensed Guide
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- C&O Canal Lock 3Lock 3, Washington, DC 20007, USA
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.
End point
- 3625 O St NW, Washington, DC 20007, USA
Tour ends near Georgetown University at the intersection of 37th and O St NW.
Itinerary
Meet your guide at the Chesapeake And Ohio Canal Historical Park for your small-group walking tour of the Georgetown neighborhood.
Stroll through the historic streets of this vibrant Washington DC neighborhood en route to famous homes owned by prominent families such as the Lincolns and Kennedys. See taverns where American history was decided, and spot other landmarks, including Georgetown University and the Old Stone House.
Throughout the tour, listen to your guide's in-depth commentary about the area.
After a couple hours, this tour concludes near Georgetown University, after which you can continue your sightseeing independently.
Stroll through the historic streets of this vibrant Washington DC neighborhood en route to famous homes owned by prominent families such as the Lincolns and Kennedys. See taverns where American history was decided, and spot other landmarks, including Georgetown University and the Old Stone House.
Throughout the tour, listen to your guide's in-depth commentary about the area.
After a couple hours, this tour concludes near Georgetown University, after which you can continue your sightseeing independently.
1
Georgetown
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
2
C & O Canal
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
3
Old Stone House
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
4
Hedin House Apartments
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
5
Georgetown University
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
"The Exorcist" Steps (Pass By)
6
Martin's Tavern
5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.9
based on 360 reviews
Cindy_M, May 2026
Ingeborg was knowledgeable and interesting. Excellent tour. Highly recommended. The history of the area and architecture is so interesting. Had no idea so many Presidents were connected to the area. Really enjoyed the Kennedy homes
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you! We're so glad you enjoyed the tour with Ingeborg and found the history and architecture fascinating. We truly appreciate your recommendation!
Lindsay_H, May 2026
Wesley was so knowledgeable about Georgetown and was able to answer questions. He was able to capture the attention of everyone in our group (including a 9 and 12 year old!). So glad we booked the tour to see and learn about Georgetown.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you! We're so glad you enjoyed the tour with Wesley and that he kept everyone engaged, including the kids! We truly appreciate your kind words!
Elvia_M, May 2026
Very easy walk, nice pace! Lots of historical information and architectural descriptions. Really enjoyed Katherine’s pace, humor and knowledge. Well done!
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you! We're so glad you enjoyed the tour with Katherine and appreciated her humor, knowledge, and pacing!
Sue_E, May 2026
Dress in layers, bring water, comfortable shoes
Get ready for some gossip! Katherine has some funny tid bits and has her own twist on a few DC players.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you! We're so glad you enjoyed the tour with Katherine and her fun storytelling. Great tips for future guests too!
Adam_L, Apr 2026
We fun and informative tour. Our guide Vicky keep us engaged the whole tour. It was an easy walk at a comfortable pace thru a very pretty part of the city.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you! We're so glad you had a fun and informative tour with Vicky and enjoyed the relaxed pace. We truly appreciate your kind words!
William_N, Apr 2026
This was a very interesting enjoyable walking tour. Our guide,Vicky, was knowledgeable and well organised.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you! We're so glad you enjoyed the walking tour with Vicky and appreciated her knowledge and organization!
Carol_A, Apr 2026
Very knowledgeable guide! She was also entertaining. We learned a lot about Georgetown architecture and the famous people who have lived there and live there now
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you! We're so glad you enjoyed the tour and learned so much about Georgetown’s architecture and notable residents.
Susan_P, Apr 2026
It was great experience. We learned a great deal about the histor and architecture of Georgetown and enjoyed the tour.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you! We're so glad you enjoyed the tour and learned about Georgetown’s history and architecture.
Karen_S, Apr 2026
Great walking tour of Georgetown with Eli!
The tour was interesting and Eli was very knowledgeable. We enjoyed it very much
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you! We're so glad you enjoyed the Georgetown tour with Eli and appreciated his knowledge. Happy to hear you had a great time!
Mark_S, Apr 2026
Thank you Vicky for such an enjoyable and informative tour. We really appreciated your knowledge of the area and the time you took to ensure we had a good time. We would highly recommend this tour.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you! We're so glad you enjoyed the tour with Vicky and had a great time. We truly appreciate your recommendation!
Robb_C, Apr 2026
Very easy walk and talk tour through some of the oldest architecture and neighborhoods in the US. Our guide Ingaborg was extraordinarily knowledgeable of the rich history of the people who lived here, their influence, and who owns them now. Dignitaries such as former presidents and their cabinet members to influential citizens that left their mark here. I highly recommend this tour! I honestly did not know what to expect and was delightfully surprised.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you! We're so glad you were pleasantly surprised and enjoyed the tour with Ingeborg. We truly appreciate your recommendation!
PAUL_F, Apr 2026
Wayne was entertaining and well versed in local history. He had a tablet with many photos that enhanced his storytelling. A very pleasant experience!
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you! We're so glad you enjoyed the tour with Wayne and his enhanced storytelling. Happy to hear it was a pleasant experience!
Carlos_V, Apr 2026
Very interesting with many historical facts. Vicky our tour guide was very personable and informative, she made the tour unforgettable. I would absolutely recommend this tour.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you! We're so glad you enjoyed the tour with Vicky and found it unforgettable. We truly appreciate your recommendation!
Ivy_T, Apr 2026
Absolutely fabulous tour. Georgia is extremely knowledgeable, engaging, and kind. She knew an incredible amount of details and facts about area history, was highly engaging/entertaining, and went out of her way to make sure everyone was comfortable (ie found us shade). My guests who were visiting DC said this was the best thing we did. As a local, I also thoroughly enjoyed this tour.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you! We're thrilled you and your guests had such a fantastic experience with Georgia. We truly appreciate your kind words and recommendation!
Laura_S, Apr 2026
We all met our guide Vicky at the canal where she began describing the area at the beginning of the Georgetown founding. As we continued to walk about, she stopped to point out small details about the area and how it was used. The stone house, the style of house and local homes of notables like Julia Child, the Kennedy family and others. The walk did entail stairs and up inclines but not strenuous. Care does need to be taken as some walkways are uneven. Overall the walk was enjoyable and informative.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you! We're so glad you enjoyed the tour with Vicky and appreciated all the historical details along the way. We also appreciate the helpful note about the terrain!
Michael_A, Apr 2026
Good, clear explanations. Very knowledgeable. I am a local and learned lots of new info. Moved along at a reasonable pace
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you! We're so glad you enjoyed the tour and learned something new. Happy to hear the pace and explanations worked well for you!
Guadalupe_C, Apr 2026
Catherine was wonderful and knowledgeable. She made the walking tour enjoyable. Time went by fast, it didn’t feel like you were walking for 2 hours.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you! We're so glad you enjoyed the tour with Catherine and that it felt so effortless and engaging!
Lawrence_D, Apr 2026
Kathryn was fun and informative. Interesting insight into historic trends in architecture, while highlighting specific addresses and the stories they hold. Great intro to Georgetown!
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you! We're so glad you enjoyed the tour with Kathryn and appreciated the mix of architecture and history. Great to hear it was a perfect introduction to Georgetown!
Kathryn_H, Apr 2026
Wayne was great. The pictures he shared on his IPad enhanced what we could see and the stories he told
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you! We're so glad you enjoyed the tour with Wayne and that his visuals and storytelling enhanced your experience!
Razieh_P, Mar 2026
our guide was amazing, so thorough, so friendly, and he explained everything so well, I would book more tours with them next time I visit DC.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you! We're so glad you enjoyed the tour and appreciated your guide’s friendliness and thorough explanations. We’d love to have you join us again!
Lisa_S, Mar 2026
Good tour. Colin was a great guide. Very interesting information. Would rec do this and then explore waterfront and shops on M Street
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you! We're glad you enjoyed the tour with Colin and appreciated the recommendation
Rachel_H, Mar 2026
Fun and interesting tour of old Georgetown made all the more fascinating by our fabulous tour guide Vicky! Very knowledgeable and personable.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you! We're so glad you enjoyed exploring Georgetown with Vicky. We appreciate your kind words!
Robyne_L, Mar 2026
This tour was awesome! Vicky knew so much history, and interesting tidbits about the homes, and the area of Georgetown. Also left us with great recommendations on restaurants!
We all had fun and learned new things!
Thanks, Vicky!!!!
Robyne
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you, Robyne! We’re so glad you had a fun and informative tour with Vicky. She’ll love hearing your kind words!
Matt_K, Mar 2026
Vicky was very knowledgeable. Made just enough stops to not over do it. We took about 3200 steps total. She also knew a “secret” clean toilet stop and answered every question honestly.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you! We're so glad you enjoyed the tour with Vicky and appreciated her pacing, insights, and helpful tips along the way!
Kristie_B, Feb 2026
Fantastic tour we had with Becca, the details they give before the tour from text and email so well organised!
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you! We're so glad you enjoyed the tour with Becca and appreciated the clear communication beforehand. We truly value your kind words!
Lynn_Y, Feb 2026
This was the second tour we did with Joseph, as with the missions tour, he brought tremendous insight and shared many interesting facts about the key figures, landmarks and events throughout the city’s history. Joseph’s passion is clear, and this tour is a must for anyone who is interested in learning about San Antonio’s rich history.
Response from Host, Feb 2026
Thank you! We’re so glad you enjoyed another tour with Joseph and appreciated his passion and insight. We truly value your recommendation!
Veronica_C, Jan 2026
Vicky, the tour guide, did an EXCEPTIONAL job!! She was knowledgeable and engaging
If she did a whole day tour of ANY area in D.C., I'd sign up to fo that tour. As a teacher, I think she'd do very well with providing tours for kids/teenagers as well. She is an asset to the world of yours.
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Thank you so much! We’re thrilled to hear how much you enjoyed the tour with Vicky—she truly is a fantastic guide. We really appreciate your kind words and recommendation!
Marie_C, Jan 2026
Loved this tour! Our tour guide Becca, was very knowledgeable and engaging. The history and the architecture of the historic homes we visited was perfect for what we wanted. Great stories about Georgetown and DC. Only problem I could see for some people might be the terrain; hills, brick sidewalks, and cobblestones etc
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Thank you! We’re so glad you loved the tour with Becca and enjoyed the history and architecture. We appreciate the helpful note about the terrain too!
WendyhBrenner_b, Dec 2025
Vicky was a wonderful tour guide
Knowledgeable, personal, full of stories and history. Led a good pace and we felt we had a wonderful sense of Georgetown after our tour!
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Thank you! We're so glad you enjoyed the tour with Vicky and came away with a great sense of Georgetown.
Pamela_R, Nov 2025
My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our tour with Becca on a rainy/damp/cold morning. We live in the area and thought it would be fun to be a tourist for the day and learn more about Georgetown. Becca didn't disappoint! Thanks, Becca, for keeping us so engaged as we braved the weather! Highly recommend.
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Thank you! We're so glad you enjoyed exploring Georgetown with Becca, even in the rain. We really appreciate your recommendation!
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