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Escape the city on a guided cruise along the Potomac River. Discover charming Georgetown, DC's neighborhood of cobblestones and cupcakes, waterfront picnics & political watering holes. Stroll along the canal as your guide brings to life the stories of spies and leading CIA figures who lived and worked in the area. See famous sites from where Jackie Onasis accepted JFKs proposal to the steps from the Exorcist movie. Many movies have chosen this gorgeous enclave for their locations including, Forest Gump, All the President's Men, Wonder Woman and The American President. On your cruise to this stylish waterside haven, you will pass by some of DC’s most famous sites including The Pentagon, the Washington Monument, the Kennedy Center, and the Watergate. And to complete your day we include a sweet treat for you to taste. Opt to stay for dinner and arrange a short uber ride back to the city at your leisure.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a green Walks sign. This tour meets at 950 Wharf St, Washington DC, 20024 at the Water Taxi in front of the Anthem Theater.
This tour ends at the Exorcist Steps in Georgetown, convenient to shopping, dining and transportation along M Street NW.
Itinerary
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1Potomac River
Enjoy a scenic 45-minute cruise down the Potomac River to the picturesque Georgetown neighborhood. See iconic national monuments from the water for a unique perspective of the nation's capital and get a view of The Pentagon.
1 hour 15 minutes • Admission ticket included -
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Stroll with your local guide through Georgetown, the most canals and cobble streets of this stylish neighborhood in DC and one of the most storied in the US.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Sample a delicious cupcake at this award-winning family-run bakery and discover for yourself why it's such a local favorite!
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Old Stone House
The Old Stone House is the oldest unchanged building in Washington, DC. Hear the story behind this often-missed gem from your local guide.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Georgetown
Uncover this magical pocket of DC, and those who once called the neighborhood home, including Julia Childs and Jackie Onassis Kennedy.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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A local institution, Martin’s Tavern is the place where JFK proposed to Jackie—and she said yes! Today, this is commemorated with a plaque designating their table as the "proposal booth." Locally owned for four generations, former Secretary of State Madeleine Albright once said that she considers Martin’s an extension of her own living room.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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This is the city’s first Catholic Church. Hear about how in the early days of service, parishioners had to rent out space on the pews—or were forced to bring their own seating! A plaque here commemorates JFK, who attended his last service here before he was assassinated in 1963.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
8Georgetown University
Next, you’ll stop by America’s oldest Catholic university. Georgetown University’s main campus spans over 102 acres. It consists of 58 buildings, most of which feature Gothic and Georgian architecture. Hear how it has hosted multitudes of world leaders and become an important fixture of Georgetown.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
9"The Exorcist" Steps
Screenwriter and author of "The Exorcist" William Peter Blatty attended Georgetown University, which he subsequently described as the best years of his life. See the "Exorcist Steps" featured in the 1973 film and hear more about the true story that served as Blatty’s inspiration.
5 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Walks / Devour complies with all local government regulations. Please refer to local government guidelines for the most up-to-date information.
- The tour is in English.
- Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
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Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Walks / Devour complies with all local government regulations. Please refer to local government guidelines for the most up-to-date information.
- The tour is in English.
- Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
- Sites on this tour are subject to occasional closures. If modifications are needed and time permits, we will reach out to you prior to your tour.
- For last-minute closures, modifications may be communicated at the tour start time.
- This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
- Our group tour utilizes multiple areas that are not wheelchair accessible/mobility friendly. Those with wheelchairs and mobility issues should contact us so we can arrange your visit.
- Sites on this tour are subject to occasional closures. If modifications are needed and time permits, we will reach out to you prior to your tour.
- For last-minute closures, modifications may be communicated at the tour start time.
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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 good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date 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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