Residences of the Presidentses Walking Tour: Lafayette Square & Foggy Bottom

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2 hours 15 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

[Tours are generally offered March through October. Please note that this tour is recommended for people ages 13 and up.]

DC is the city of presidents, and this is the tour that gives you the most POTUS for your buck.

People want to be close to power. And from the time D.C. was founded, that meant being close to the White House.

You'll check out Lafayette Square and the neighborhood of Foggy Bottom. You'll explore the homes and buildings where presidents lived, worked, partied, plotted and worshipped -- before, during and after their time in office. You'll see some of DC's oldest buildings and enjoy one of the most famous public spaces in the world.

And don't forget the stories. Our guide will tell you about the building of the city -- and the British attempt in 1814 to unbuild it. There's a Real Housewives scandals, a Pennsylvania Avenue shootout, slaves fighting for freedom and lots more.

What's Included

Walking tour with a presidential history expert (and former comedian)

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The tour starts in front of the DC Improv comedy club on Connecticut Avenue.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 2 hours 15 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    Lafayette Square

    The "President's Park" was the hub of political and social life in the early years of DC. Get great views of the White House and check out the presidential history for the neighborhood.

    40 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    We'll see the exterior of one of DC's oldest buildings -- which was also a makeshift White House!

    15 minutes Admission ticket not included

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Wheelchair accessible
Supplied by Walking Backward Tours

Tags

Historical Tours
Walking Tours
City Tours
Small Group
DSA non-compliant
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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