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Pennsylvania Avenue has been host to inaugurations, protests and celebrations throughout our Nation's history. But the development of this grand boulevard, connecting the Capitol to the White House, is fraught with conflict and intrigue. Visit the White House grounds, walk Pennsylvania Ave, and learn how downtown Washington went from Murder Bay to America’s Main Street.
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Meet your guide in the center of Lafayette Square at the statue of Andrew Jackson. He's the one on a horse!
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1White House
Meet your guide in the center of Lafayette Square at the Andrew Jackson Statue, directly across from the White House. He's the one on a horse! Starting in the front yard of the White House in Lafayette Square, we’ll discuss the history of 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue. From construction to destruction, fire, flood, collapse and renovation, you’ll learn how this famous address has changed over the last 220 years.
10 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
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Once the headquarters of the military, still one of the largest granite buildings in the world.
5 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
(Pass by)
The President's Guest House has been host to diplomats, dignitaries, and more.
Admission ticket free -
Old Post Office Pavilion (Pass by)
Once the headquarters of the Post Office, a building steeped in history and disaster.
Admission ticket free -
FBI Headquarters (Pass by)
Washington's most brutal building.
Admission ticket free -
3The National Archives Museum
Our National vault for important documents, including the Declaration of Independence and Constitution.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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