Secrets & Scandals: Washington DC Private Half-Day Walking Tour
- 3 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Enjoy a private walking tour of the nation's capital and uncover the infamous political scandals and secrets embedded in Washington, D.C.'s history. Learn how this historic city has been shaped by great presidents and leaders who have lived through the power struggles that defined an era. Explore the heart of American Democracy, Pennsylvania Avenue in Washington D.C. whilst hearing all about the infamous stories of political deceit, lies and indiscretions of the past 200 years. On this private tour, you'll discover the shady past of some senior Congressmen, White House officials, FBI agents and Military staff, journalists, spies, politicians and presidents. No official has been left untainted, including cable news stars, lawyers, senators and even members of the FBI. The stories spread far and wide, from Capitol Hill through the Judicial Branch to 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue: the White House itself.
Inclusions
What's included
- Plenty of time to take photos of your favourite places
- A friendly, professional tour guide for your own private group
What's not
- Food and drink, although your guide will be happy to recommend local favourites along the way
- Gratuities (optional)
- Transportation on the day (if required)
- Hotel pickup/drop-off
- Entrance fees
Itinerary
Explore the political heart of Washington D.C with an expert private guide to regale you with the stories of corruption and scandal at the very heart of political power in the USA. Learn about the 4 presidential assassinations from Abe Lincoln to JFK, and the many attempted assassinations – and how they were thwarted, and get to know the main sites around the White House neighbourhood, where so many national & international scandals have started or taken place, including Old Ebbitt Grill and the Willard.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Your guide will meet you at the entrance to the Ford's Theatre at 511 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20004, United States.
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Travel Curious
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
How it compares in Washington DC
- Its from-price is 87% above the median of the 158 city tours we list in Washington DC.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 92 of 158.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Washington DC
Washington, DC is the US capital, a planned city on the Potomac, with a National Mall of monuments and museums and cherry trees in spring.
Washington was planned as a capital in the 1790s, with broad avenues radiating from the Capitol. The National Mall stretches from the Capitol to the Lincoln Memorial, past the Washington Monument and the Reflecting Pool. Memorials to Jefferson, Franklin Roosevelt and Martin Luther King Jr stand around the Tidal Basin, where cherry trees bloom in late March or early April. The White House stands just north of the Mall.
Top-ranked sights in Washington DC: The White House, Vietnam Veterans Memorial, Lincoln Memorial.
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