Penn Quarter & Chinatown Guided Walking Tour in DC
Walk Penn Quarter and Chinatown and trace DC’s early downtown stories
Duration
2 Hours
Includes
Licensed guide, Walking tour
Highlights
Explore Penn Quarter and Chinatown on a 2-hour guided walking tour that dives into the origins of Washington, D.C.’s early downtown. Hear stories of pivotal people and moments that shaped the city.
- Discover the history of Washington, D.C.’s first Asian community
- Learn about a failed lottery meant to boost the new capital
- Trace events from the day of Abraham Lincoln’s assassination
- Explore the story of the first woman sentenced to death in the United States
- Understand Clara Barton’s efforts to locate missing Civil War soldiers
What's Included
- Licensed Washington, D.C. tour guide
- Guided walking tour around Chinatown and Penn Quarter
- Visitor information about the nation’s capital
Things to know
Plan to walk about 1.5–2 miles on sidewalks and paths. Tours run in a variety of weather conditions, so dress accordingly and bring water.
Cancellation Policy
Full refund with 24 hours notice of cancellation for all walking tours. Full refund in case of operator cancellation due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances. No-shows will be charged the full price.
Product ID: RBR8XK
FAQs
Plan to walk about 1.5–2 miles on sidewalks and paths.
Dress for the weather and plan to be outside for the duration of the walking tour. Bring water.
The tour can run in a variety of weather conditions, but if conditions become hazardous (such as thunder or excessive ice), the operator will cancel the tour no later than 2 hours before departure.
Meeting details
Meet at corner of 7th and H St. NW, Near the Friendship Arch