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Dupont Circle and Embassy Row Architectural Walking Tour

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Overview

Gilded Age mansions, high-stakes diplomacy, and sordid scandals converge in Dupont Circle, once on the rural edge of the capital and later a playground for Washington’s wealthy. Today, its tree-lined streets showcase some of the city’s most striking architecture, from stately Neoclassical residences to eclectic Arts & Crafts homes.

On this two-hour walking tour, we’ll trace the evolution of Embassy Row and the surrounding Dupont neighborhood, uncovering the stories behind the grand façades. Meet the city’s social climbers, power brokers, and eccentric residents—from influential socialite Alice Roosevelt Longworth to Evalyn Walsh McLean and her infamous Hope Diamond. Here, architecture and ambition intertwine with the story of Washington’s dramatic turn-of-the-century transformation.

What's Included

  • Local guide
  • Gratuities
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Meeting Location

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Dupont Circle
Washington, DC 20036, USA

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21st Street Northwest
Washington, DC 20009, USA

What To Expect

Dupont Circle

Dupont Circle is the heart of this historic neighborhood, with a photogenic fountain at it's center by the designers of the Lincoln Memorial.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Embassy Row

Walk along Embassy Row and see some of the city's most impressive properties, spanning the architectural gamut from Neo-classical to Beaux-Arts to Queen Anne and more. Meet the city’s social climbers, power brokers, and eccentric residents—from influential socialite Alice Roosevelt Longworth to Evalyn Walsh McLean and her infamous Hope Diamond.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Embassy of Indonesia

Hear the story behind the the opulent Indonesian Embassy, once home to the Hope Diamond.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Anderson House

This imposing mansion was the former home of the wealthiest power couple in Washington DC, now headquarters to the the Nation's oldest patriotic organization.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Residence of the Turkish Ambassador

A gorgeous beaux-arts mansion off Sheridan Circle, where music legend Ahmet Ertegun got his start.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Sheridan Circle Northwest

A Civil War monument with a bizarre backstory, designed by the sculptor of Mount Rushmore.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Kalorama

A quiet residential neighborhood off Embassy Row who's name means "Beautiful View" in Greek. Now home to some of Washington's most influential characters.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The President Woodrow Wilson House

Former post-presidency home of Woodrow Wilson
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Spanish Steps

Washington's own modest version of the famed European landmark makes for a quiet hidden oasis in the middle of the city.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Phillips Collection

The first modern art museum in the United States
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Dupont Circle and Embassy Row Architectural Walking Tour?

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 (EST).This tour 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. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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  • Local guide
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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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  • 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 20 travelers

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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 (EST).
  • This tour 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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