Socialites and Spies of Georgetown Walking Tour

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Washington DC, USA
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Overview

Fall 2026 Schedule: This tour is held the 1st and 3rd Sundays of the month at 2pm.

Learn about some powerhouse women while walking through DC's beautiful Georgetown Neighborhood!

During the early days of the Cold War and the Kennedy era, the Georgetown neighborhood was the center of Western power. Men made most of the policy, but women also made history. On this tour, you will learn about the fascinating lives of several women who learned how to make their mark in a man's world in politics, journalism, and spycraft, all while walking through one of DC's most picturesque neighborhoods! Tour is approximately two hours.

What's Included

  • 2 hours of fabulous information about some fabulous women, in DC's most charming neighborhood.
  • Snacks This tour stops at a local cafe for a bathroom break, where guests have the option of buying water or other refreshments.
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Meeting Location

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1344 Wisconsin Avenue Northwest
Washington, DC 20007, USA

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1222 28th Street Northwest
Washington, DC 20007, USA

The tour ends in front of the Ann Caracristi House, near the intersection of Olive and 28th Street NW.

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3327 P St NW

This is the former house of Polly and Frank Wisner, who started the Sunday Night Supper Clubs that would serve as the stage for critical policy making in 1950s - 1970s.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

1523 34th St NW

The house of the ill-fated Mary Pinchot Meyer. Artist, bohemian, and mistress of JFK, she was brutally murdered on the C&O Canal and her killer remains a mystery to this day.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

1405 34th St NW

The former residence of Evangeline and Ambassador David Bruce. "Vangie" Bruce was the ultimate Ambassador's wife, acting as the face of our Embassy's in the most critical posts during the Cold War.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Martin's Tavern

THE watering hole of the era, Martin's is where JFK proposed to Jackie, where Bob Woodward would go to find the latest story, and where Madeleine Albright still shows up to occasionally.
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5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

3307 N St NW (pass by)

The house where John and Jackie Kennedy lived while JFK was a senator.
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3014 N St NW

The former residence of Pamela and Averelll Harriman. Pamela was knows as the "Greatest Courtesan of the Century" and can also be credited with fundraising Bill Clinton all the way to the Presidency.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

1222 28th St NW

The former home of one of DC's most famous Cold War-era codebreakers, Ann Caracristi.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Socialites and Spies of Georgetown 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 (EDT).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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What's Included

Activity name

  • 2 hours of fabulous information about some fabulous women, in DC's most charming neighborhood.
  • SnacksThis tour stops at a local cafe for a bathroom break, where guests have the option of buying water or other refreshments.

Additional Info

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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
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • 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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