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Presidents' Residences Walking Tour: Lafayette Sq + Foggy Bottom

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Please note that this tour is recommended for people ages 13 and up.

DC is the city of presidents, and this is the tour that gives you the most POTUS for your buck.

People want to be close to power. And from the time D.C. was founded, that meant being close to the White House.

You'll check out Lafayette Square and the neighborhood of Foggy Bottom. You'll explore the homes and buildings where presidents lived, worked, partied, plotted and worshiped -- before, during and after their time in office. You'll see some of DC's oldest buildings and enjoy one of the most famous public spaces in the world.

And don't forget the stories. Our guide will tell you about the building of the city -- and the British attempt in 1814 to unbuild it. There's a Real Housewives scandals, a Pennsylvania Avenue shootout, slaves fighting for freedom and lots more.

What's Included

  • Walking tour with a presidential history expert (and former comedian)

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    Connecticut Avenue Northwest
    Washington, DC 20036, USA

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    What To Expect

    Lafayette Square

    The "President's Park" was the hub of political and social life in the early years of DC. Get great views of the White House and check out the presidential history for the neighborhood.
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    40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Octagon Museum

    We'll see the exterior of one of DC's oldest buildings -- which was also a makeshift White House!
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    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • 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 8 travelers

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Presidents’ Residences Walking Tour: Lafayette Sq + Foggy Bottom?

    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). 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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    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Service animals allowed
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    • 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 8 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 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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