Guided Georgetown Walking Tour to the Waterfront
Walk Georgetown’s port-to-elite story, from the C&O Canal to the Waterfront Park
Duration
2.5 hours
Includes
Guided walk, Local guide, History
Highlights
Explore Georgetown’s evolution from gritty port town to one of Washington, DC’s most sought-after neighborhoods on a guided walking tour. You’ll trace centuries of architecture, commerce, and culture as you head toward Georgetown Waterfront Park.
- Start near the Chesapeake & Ohio Canal and learn how Georgetown began as a port city
- Visit the Old Stone House, the oldest surviving building in Washington, DC
- Spot Federal, Victorian, Second Empire, and Queen Anne architecture along quiet streets
- See the Newton D. Baker House and Alexander Graham Bell’s Volta Bureau
- Descend the Exorcist Steps and end along the Georgetown Waterfront
Things to know
Plan for about 2.5 miles of walking over 2.5 hours. Children under 5 can join for free. Tours run rain or shine except in extreme weather.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours before for a full refund. Tours run rain or shine. In rare cases of extreme weather or other unsafe conditions, the operator will cancel and provide a full refund.
FAQs
Wear sturdy walking shoes and comfortable clothes, and bring bottled water.
Plan for about 2.5 miles of walking.
Children under 5 years old can join for free.
Meeting details
Intersection of Thomas Jefferson Street NW and the C&O Canal. GPS Address: 1056 Thomas Jefferson St NW, Washington, DC 20007
