Hidden Halls of Power: Secret History of the White House & DC
- Duration2 hours
- Max Travelers15 people
- Free CancellationUp to 24 hrs
- CategoryArchitecture Tours, Cultural Tours
Overview
Washington, DC, has not always served as the federal government’s headquarters. Following the Revolutionary War, the Residency Act of 1790 allowed for the establishment of the federal government in New York City, Philadelphia, and finally Washington, D.C. Establishing the federal government’s seat was difficult due to the undeveloped state of the area that is today known as downtown Washington, DC. Land needed to be surveyed, maps needed to be created, and plans needed to be created for the new US capitol. Given that the newly established federal government had incurred enormous debts during the Revolutionary War that needed to be paid off, these duties proved to be easier said than done. As we travel through historical sites that date from the period immediately following the Revolutionary War to the present, we will be reminded of the American tale.
What's included
Professional and knowledgeable local guide
Thoroughly researched and accurate history
What's Not included
Food and drink
Itinerary
Explore this historic park that has hosted numerous protests throughout its history and served as a racetrack, cemetery, slave market, and military encampment.
Learn about the Executive Mansion's past and mysteries, including its most recent renovation.
Uncover the truth of the Treasury, which was the first department to settle in with its 65 employees when the Federal government moved to Washington, DC.
Discover President's Park's fascinating and somewhat perplexing past.
Visit this location to learn the construction's secrets.
Learn about Enid A. Haupt, who supported numerous charitable endeavors such as cancer research, historic preservation, horticulture, and the arts and architecture, and is remembered with these fountains.
Learn about this unusual home that is notable both aesthetically and supernaturally.
Uncover the stories of the home that houses foreign dignitaries and heads of state that visit the US.
Learn how former president John F. Kennedy and his wife Jacqueline helped to keep this historic house standing.
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
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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.