Washington: Potomac River Cruise & Guided Georgetown Walking Tour

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2 hours 45 minutes (approx.)

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Overview

Spend an afternoon gaining a unique insight into U.S. history by land and water! First, take a guided cruise along the Potomac River where you’ll pass by some of DC’s best-loved sites and memorials, such as Reagan International Airport, the Washington Monument, the Kennedy Center, and the Watergate. Then, visit the historic neighborhood of Georgetown with a local guide. See the area's most storied spots to get a true overview of its integral connection to the story of the United States and stop at an award-winning local bakery for a delicious treat to sweeten your experience even more.

What's Included

Cupcake from local bakery
45-minute River Cruise
Expertly guided walking tour
Local English-speaking guide

Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off
Gratuities

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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Wharf Street Southwest
Washington, DC 20024, USA

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

Washington
DC 20007, USA

This tour ends at the Exorcist Steps in Georgetown, convenient to shopping, dining and transportation along M Street NW.

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What To Expect

Potomac River

Meet your guide and begin your tour by stepping aboard the ferry for a 45-minute cruise down the Potomac River to the historic Georgetown neighborhood. See iconic national monuments from the water for a unique perspective of the nation's capital.

1 hour 15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

C & O Canal

After your 45 minute river cruise comes to an end, the second part of your tour begins! Your guide will take you through Georgetown, the oldest neighborhood in DC and one of the most storied in the US. Hear about how the redevelopment of C&O Canal was overseen by George Washington himself, transforming it from an unsightly canal into a national monument.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Baked & Wired

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

Old 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

Georgetown

Continue your walking tour of Georgetown learning about its storied residents who once called the neighborhood home, including Julia Childs and Jackie Onassis Kennedy.

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Martin's Tavern

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

Holy Trinity Catholic Church

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

Georgetown 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

"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

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Additional Info

Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
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.
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.
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.
This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: Will I get seasick on Washington: Potomac River Cruise & Guided Georgetown Walking Tour?

A: If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy. Read more Feb 2023