Dupont: Mansions of the Gilded Age Walking Tour 8ppl Max
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Step into the shadows of Dupont Circle, one of Washington, DC's most vibrant neighborhoods, and uncover its rowdy 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. Through gripping storytelling, you'll learn about the area’s hidden ties to national scandals that haunt Dupont Circle to this day. Are you ready to walk in the footsteps of the past—and confront the unsettling history that lies beneath the surface of one of D.C.’s most iconic neighborhoods?
Departure Point
- Your guide will meet you at the 1921 Biergarten at the Heurich House just south of Dupont CircleAddress is 1307 New Hampshire Ave NW, Washington DC 20036Feel free to arrive early and relax with a drink prior to the tourTour time is departure time. Please arrive 15 minutes early for check in.
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: Heurich House Museum1307 New Hampshire Ave NW, , Washington DC, District of ColumbiaVisit a beer garden at the former mansion of a historic brewer.Duration: 15 minutesStop At: O Museum in The Mansion2020 O Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20036See 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 AvailableStop At: Anderson House2118 Massachusetts Ave NW, , Washington DC, District of ColumbiaA Gilded Age mansion which houses the Society of the Cincinnati, a fraternal order that pre-dates the Constitution Duration: 15 minutesStop At: Embassy of Indonesia2020 Massachusetts Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC 20036Hear 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 minutesStop At: Dupont CircleWashington DC, District of ColumbiaExplore 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 minutesStop At: Sulgrave Club1801 Massachusetts Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC 20036Hear tragic tales about the Wadsworth family that this house was constructed for.Duration: 10 minutesStop At: Embassy of Argentina1600 New Hampshire Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC 20009Discover a mansion that was designed by an earlyAfrican-American architect.Duration: Not AvailableAdditional 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
Step into the shadows of Dupont Circle, one of Washington, DC's most vibrant neighborhoods, and uncover its rowdy 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. Through gripping storytelling, you'll learn about the area’s hidden ties to national scandals that haunt Dupont Circle to this day. Are you ready to walk in the footsteps of the past—and confront the unsettling history that lies beneath the surface of one of D.C.’s most iconic neighborhoods?
Departure Point
- Your guide will meet you at the 1921 Biergarten at the Heurich House just south of Dupont CircleAddress is 1307 New Hampshire Ave NW, Washington DC 20036Feel free to arrive early and relax with a drink prior to the tourTour time is departure time. Please arrive 15 minutes early for check in.
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: Heurich House Museum1307 New Hampshire Ave NW, , Washington DC, District of ColumbiaVisit a beer garden at the former mansion of a historic brewer.Duration: 15 minutesStop At: O Museum in The Mansion2020 O Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20036See 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 AvailableStop At: Anderson House2118 Massachusetts Ave NW, , Washington DC, District of ColumbiaA Gilded Age mansion which houses the Society of the Cincinnati, a fraternal order that pre-dates the Constitution Duration: 15 minutesStop At: Embassy of Indonesia2020 Massachusetts Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC 20036Hear 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 minutesStop At: Dupont CircleWashington DC, District of ColumbiaExplore 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 minutesStop At: Sulgrave Club1801 Massachusetts Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC 20036Hear tragic tales about the Wadsworth family that this house was constructed for.Duration: 10 minutesStop At: Embassy of Argentina1600 New Hampshire Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC 20009Discover a mansion that was designed by an earlyAfrican-American architect.Duration: Not AvailableAdditional 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
Need To Know Info
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