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Dupont Circle and Embassy Row Architecture Tour

Summary Description

Make your way to Dupont Circle, where you’ll meet a guide and small group for this 2-hour walking tour. Stroll alongside your guide, who will share interesting facts and historic tidbits throughout the tour, filling you on the unique culture of America’s capital city.

Start by passing by the James Blaine Mansion, the Embassy of Indonesia, the Cosmos Club, and the the Society of Cincinnati.

Then continue on to see the Embassies of Latvia and Turkey, and learn about the Washington élite that built the impressive structures as private homes. Pass Sheridan Circle and the Embassy of Cameroon before you see the former home of President Woodrow Wilson. 

Your tour takes you past DC’s own Spanish Steps, Mitchell Park, and the spot ‘The Hobbitt House,’ where Edward Lind Morse painted his famous inventor father. 

Lastly, take in the red brick exterior of The Philip’s Collection modern art museum, before re-entering Dupont Circle, where this tour concludes.

Description

Gilded Age opulent mansions and grand embassies line the streets of one of Washington DC's most fashionable neighborhoods-- Dupont Circle. On a two hour walking tour, we'll stroll along Embassy Row and see some of the city's most impressive properties. We'll discuss the stories and scandals that helped shape the Nation behind the doors of the District's most extravagant homes.

Included / Excluded
  • Local guide
  • Gratuities
  • Entry/Admission - The President Woodrow Wilson House
Important Information
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  • Duration: 2h
  • Mobile tickets accepted
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Cancellation

Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours

Cancellation Notes: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Additional Information

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
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
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

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What is the Dupont Circle and Embassy Row Architecture Tour cancellation policy?

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Dupont Circle and Embassy Row Architecture Tour cancellation policy: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

How much is Dupont Circle and Embassy Row Architecture Tour?

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Dupont Circle and Embassy Row Architecture Tour price starts from $48.00.

What time does Dupont Circle and Embassy Row Architecture Tour start?

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Dupont Circle and Embassy Row Architecture Tour will start at 11:00 AM.

Which attractions will I visit with Dupont Circle and Embassy Row Architecture Tour?

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During this experience, places you will visit include:

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The President Woodrow Wilson House

About operator:

The Woodrow Wilson House is open! We welcome visitors back for a variety of Covid friendly activities and for private events including weddings and corporate receptions, seven days a week. Don’t miss your chance to visit the Suffrage Outside exhibition, the only fully outdoor history exhibit in DC, on display in the Wilson House garden through November 30th. Reserve your visiting time on our website www.woodrowwilsonhouse.org. Also available are two walking tours: "If these walls could talk! A Waddy Wood Walking Tour" and the "Kalorama Audio Tour". Once you’ve downloaded the map, take the tour at your leisure. The giftshop and bathroom are open during business hours.

Basic Information
  • Duration: 2 hours