Downtown DC Walking Tour to Clara Barton and White House
Overview
Join a DC expert on a one-a-kind experience to learn the hidden history of Washington.
We begin with exclusive early access to Clara Barton’s Missing Soldiers Office where the famous nurse reunited or gave closure to families during the Civil War. From there we walk up Pennsylvania Ave learning about DC’s lesser known stories of violence, death, crime, espionage, and scandal. Finally we end in Lafayette Square to see the White House and the secret stories of the surrounding buildings.
Highlights include:
Access to Clara Barton’s Missing Soldiers Office
Secret history of Pennsylvania Ave
The FBI Headquarters
The Inauguration Parade Route
The Oldest Hotel in DC
The Oldest restaurant in DC
The most famous residence in the United States
What's Included
- Bottled water
- Expert Guide
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
7th Street Northwest
Washington, DC 20004, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Pennsylvania Avenue Northwest
Washington, DC 20005, USA
Tour ends near the White House
What To Expect
Clara Barton's Missing Soldiers Office Museum
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Judiciary Square
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
FBI Headquarters
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Old Post Office Pavilion
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Freedom Plaza
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
White House
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
(7)Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Downtown DC Walking Tour to Clara Barton and White House?
A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT). Read more Apr 2025
Additional Info
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