Echoes of Early Washington DC, Penn Quarter and Chinatown Tour
- Duration2 hours
- Max Travelers15 people
- Free CancellationUp to 24 hrs
- CategoryCrime Tours, Cultural Tours
Overview
Step into the past and see Washington, D.C. in a whole new way. Meet your guide near the iconic Friendship Arch and begin a journey through the vibrant and layered history of the city’s first Asian community.
This story-filled walking tour uncovers big dreams, bold activism, and dramatic moments that helped shape the Nation’s Capital:
Discover the failed lottery that hoped to launch Washington, D.C. as a seat of power
Learn how Hecht’s Department Store became a center for civic advocacy and change
Explore Clara Barton’s tireless efforts to locate missing Civil War soldiers and bring answers to grieving families
Meet the woman sentenced to death for her role in the Lincoln Assassination
Step into the tense evening when Abraham Lincoln was shot, just blocks away
This tour blends hidden history with dramatic storytelling, revealing how culture, commerce, and courage shaped the streets you walk today.
What's included
A licensed, knowledgeable and fun personal tour guide!
What's Not included
Food not included.
Private transportation
Itinerary
Learn about the city's first Asian community and their resilience.
Step back in time and explore the origins of Washington, D.C.'s first downtownnLearn about the city's first Asian community and its rich historynDiscover the story of a woman who received the death penalty for her role in the Lincoln AssassinationnUnderstand the efforts of Clara Barton to locate missing soldiers of the Civil WarnExplore the first commercial center for Washington, D.C. in Penn Quarter
Good to know
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.