Historic Georgetown: History, Gossip, & Architecture Walking Tour
Overview
Take a guided walking tour of a historic neighborhood older than DC itself. One of our guides (Canden Schwantes) wrote the book(s) on Georgetown. See the colonial charm of canals, cobblestoned streets, historic homes, & intriguing history.
You will see and hear stories of:
- Chesapeake & Ohio Canal - a waterway through the industrial part of the neighborhood.
- Old Stone House - oldest residential building in the district, now a National Park site.
- Homes of Jackie & John F. Kennedy - hear about their time in Georgetown before and after his assassination
- 18th and 19th Century Homes - learn about the diverse, historic architecture of the houses and the stories of those who have lived here. Look for original firemarks, coal chutes, ironworks, and gas lanterns.
- Hear stories of the Black Georgetown community, immigrants who shaped the neighborhood, and women who bucked social norms.
- Georgetown University - see the famous campus and learn how the neighborhood influenced it.
What's Included
- Access to the side yard of the neighborhoods oldest building
- Entrance to Georgetown University Campus (we can't get you admission!)
- Professional, Licensed Guide
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
Lock 3
Washington, DC 20007, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
3625 O Street Northwest
Washington, DC 20007, USA
Tour ends near Georgetown University at the intersection of 37th and O St NW.
What To Expect
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Georgetown
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
C & O Canal
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Old Stone House
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Hedin House
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Georgetown University
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
"The Exorcist" Steps (pass by)
Martin's Tavern
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).
- Access to the side yard of the neighborhoods oldest building.
- Entrance to Georgetown University Campus (we can't get you admission!).
- Professional, Licensed Guide.
- Gratuities.
The minimum age to participate is 5. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Historic Georgetown: History, Gossip, & Architecture Walking Tour is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Historic Georgetown: History, Gossip, & Architecture Walking Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
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Oct 2026What's Included
- Access to the side yard of the neighborhoods oldest building
- Entrance to Georgetown University Campus (we can't get you admission!)
- Professional, Licensed Guide
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
