Dark History: Dupont Mansions of the Gilded Age Evening Tour
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Step into the shadows of Dupont Circle, one of Washington, D.C.'s most vibrant neighborhoods, and uncover its sinister past. This walking tour invites you to explore the forgotten stories, eerie locations, and hidden secrets that lurk beneath the surface of this seemingly picturesque area. As you stroll through tree-lined streets and past grand townhouses, your guide will lead you through a labyrinth of historical events, from the days of Civil War espionage and political intrigue to the rise of vice and corruption in the early 20th century. You’ll visit places that once echoed with the cries of the city’s most notorious figures, from unsolved murders to clandestine meetings of political power players.
Departure Point
- Your guide will meet you at the 1921 Biergarten at the Heurich House just south of Dupont Circle
Address is 1307 New Hampshire Ave NW, Washington DC 20036
Feel free to arrive early and relax with a drink prior to the tour
Tour time is departure time. Please arrive 15 minutes early for check in.
Duration
1 hour and 30 minutes
Languages Available
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: Heurich House Museum
1307 New Hampshire Ave NW, , Washington DC, District of Columbia
Visit a beer garden at the former mansion of a historic brewer.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: O Museum in The Mansion
2020 O Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20036
See some of the fun and interesting statues and memorabilia at the Mansion on O Street and learn how to visit this quirky house with over 100 secret passages.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Anderson House
2118 Massachusetts Ave NW, , Washington DC, District of Columbia
A Gilded Age mansion which houses the Society of the Cincinnati, a fraternal order that pre-dates the Constitution
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Embassy of Indonesia
2020 Massachusetts Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC 20036
Hear stories of noted socialite Evalyn Walsh McLean, known for her elaborate parties and immense wealth, and how her former home became an embassy.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Dupont Circle
Washington DC, District of Columbia
Explore the circle park that lends its name to the surrounding neighborhood and learn the history of the neighborhood, from early establishment to today.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Sulgrave Club
1801 Massachusetts Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC 20036
Hear tragic tales about the Wadsworth family that this house was constructed for.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Embassy of Argentina
1600 New Hampshire Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC 20009
Discover a mansion that was designed by an earlyAfrican-American architect.
Duration: Not Available
Additional Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Expert Guide
Redemption Instructions
The guide will check you in using your name on the booking
Voucher Info
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
The tour identified in this promotion is made available through Viator. Groupon is not affiliated with or sponsored by the Unscripted Tours in connection with this deal. Please contact Groupon customer service for all inquiries related to this offer. Inquiries placed to Viator will be directed back to Groupon.
This offer is not eligible for promo codes.
Step into the shadows of Dupont Circle, one of Washington, D.C.'s most vibrant neighborhoods, and uncover its sinister past. This walking tour invites you to explore the forgotten stories, eerie locations, and hidden secrets that lurk beneath the surface of this seemingly picturesque area. As you stroll through tree-lined streets and past grand townhouses, your guide will lead you through a labyrinth of historical events, from the days of Civil War espionage and political intrigue to the rise of vice and corruption in the early 20th century. You’ll visit places that once echoed with the cries of the city’s most notorious figures, from unsolved murders to clandestine meetings of political power players.
Departure Point
- Your guide will meet you at the 1921 Biergarten at the Heurich House just south of Dupont Circle
Address is 1307 New Hampshire Ave NW, Washington DC 20036
Feel free to arrive early and relax with a drink prior to the tour
Tour time is departure time. Please arrive 15 minutes early for check in.
Duration
1 hour and 30 minutes
Languages Available
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: Heurich House Museum
1307 New Hampshire Ave NW, , Washington DC, District of Columbia
Visit a beer garden at the former mansion of a historic brewer.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: O Museum in The Mansion
2020 O Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20036
See some of the fun and interesting statues and memorabilia at the Mansion on O Street and learn how to visit this quirky house with over 100 secret passages.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Anderson House
2118 Massachusetts Ave NW, , Washington DC, District of Columbia
A Gilded Age mansion which houses the Society of the Cincinnati, a fraternal order that pre-dates the Constitution
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Embassy of Indonesia
2020 Massachusetts Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC 20036
Hear stories of noted socialite Evalyn Walsh McLean, known for her elaborate parties and immense wealth, and how her former home became an embassy.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Dupont Circle
Washington DC, District of Columbia
Explore the circle park that lends its name to the surrounding neighborhood and learn the history of the neighborhood, from early establishment to today.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Sulgrave Club
1801 Massachusetts Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC 20036
Hear tragic tales about the Wadsworth family that this house was constructed for.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Embassy of Argentina
1600 New Hampshire Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC 20009
Discover a mansion that was designed by an earlyAfrican-American architect.
Duration: Not Available
Additional Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Expert Guide
Redemption Instructions
The guide will check you in using your name on the booking
Voucher Info
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
The tour identified in this promotion is made available through Viator. Groupon is not affiliated with or sponsored by the Unscripted Tours in connection with this deal. Please contact Groupon customer service for all inquiries related to this offer. Inquiries placed to Viator will be directed back to Groupon.
This offer is not eligible for promo codes.
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