Washington DC Architecture Tours: the 4 That Earn Their Price

1.Historic Georgetown: History, Gossip, & Architecture Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 321 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $49Our pick

Spend two hours walking Georgetown with a licensed guide such as Vicky, Becca, Wayne, or Ingeborg. See the C&O Canal, Old Stone House, Kennedy-linked homes, Georgetown University, Martin’s Tavern, and the Exorcist Steps while hearing history, architecture, gossip, and practical dining tips.

“Your guide was well informed and very engaging. She “knew her stuff” and could speak to any of our questions.”

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2.Dupont Circle and Embassy Row Architectural Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 117 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $48

Spend about two hours walking from Dupont Circle through Embassy Row and Kalorama with a local guide such as Sam, Natalie, Mark, or Christine. Expect grand mansions, embassy stories, architectural details, political gossip, the Spanish Steps, and a finish near The Phillips Collection.

“Fun and interesting tour - loved learning about the architecture and history of Du Pont Circle and Embassy Row. Highly recommend!”

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3.Historic Georgetown Architectural Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 77 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $48

Walk about two miles through Georgetown with a local guide, visiting the C&O Canal, Old Stone House, historic homes, Healy Hall, the Exorcist Steps, and the waterfront. Guides such as Brian, Christine, Sam, and Ellery bring the neighborhood’s architecture, scandals, schools, and famous residents to life.

“Excellent tour. Our tour guide was great! She was friendly, knowledgeable, funny, and extremely informative.”

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4.DC: Georgetown History & Architecture Tour with Local Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 69 reviews · 2 hours · from $39Best value

Spend two hours walking historic Georgetown with guides such as Vicky, Wesley, Becca, or Ingeborg. See the C&O Canal, Old Stone House, historic homes, Martin’s Tavern, and Georgetown University while hearing stories about the Kennedys, Black Georgetown, immigrants, and local architecture.

“Absolutely adored Vicky! So knowledgeable and friendly. Had excellent insights and recommendations, and the town was lovely, definitely check this tour out!”

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