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Pennsylvania Avenue from the White House to the U.S. Capitol

Washington DC from Idlewild Pro Tours
  • Duration2 hours
  • Max Travelers15 people
  • Free CancellationUp to 24 hrs
  • CategoryCultural Tours, Historical Tours

Overview

Private walk from the White House to the Capitol, uncovering hidden stories along Pennsylvania Avenue. These are stories that are often regarded as overlooked footnotes to American history.

What's included

  • No Additional Charges

Itinerary

  • Here is a Viator-ready itinerary under 1,000 characters:nnMeet your guide near the White House and begin with views of the Executive Mansion, Lafayette Square, and the U.S. Treasury Building. Continue along Pennsylvania Avenue past the historic Willard Hotel, Freedom Plaza, and the National Theatre while hearing stories of presidents, protests, political dealmaking, and public celebrations.nnWalk past the Old Post Office clock tower, the U.S. Navy Memorial, and the National Archives, home of the Declaration of Independence, Constitution, and Bill of Rights. Along the route, discover lesser-known stories involving African American life, local businesses, newspapers, theaters, and government institutions that once shaped the avenue.nnAs the U.S. Capitol comes into view, pass the National Gallery of Art, the Canadian Embassy, and surrounding federal buildings. Tour concludes near the Capitol grounds with a final discussion of the symbolic connection between the White House and Congress.

  • A grand plaza with 13 patriot statues, fountains, and a map of Washington, D.C.

  • The Old Post Office and Observation Tower now converted to the Waldorf Astoria Hotel.

  • Fordu2019s Theatre, where Lincoln was shot, and Petersen House, where he died.

  • A granite plaza, fountains, ship masts, and the Lone Sailor statue honoring naval service.

  • Pass by the J. Edgar Hoover Building and see all the iterations of the U.S. flag beginning with original 13 colonies.

  • A grand Art Deco building, completed in 1935, housing the U.S. Department of Justice.

  • See Americau2019s founding documents inside John Russell Popeu2019s grand Neoclassical u201ctemple to history.u201d

  • See Popeu2019s grand Neoclassical West Building and Peiu2019s bold, triangular Modernist East Building. The collection comprises Masterpieces of European and American art, sculpture gardens, and striking classical architecture.

  • See the Canadian Embassy and the U. S. Department of Labor's Frances Perkins Building.

  • See Henry Shradyu2019s dramatic Grant Memorial, with cavalry and artillery groups, amid Olmstedu2019s landscaped Capitol Grounds.

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 spinal injuries

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers

  • 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.

100% Refund 24 hours or more before the start time
0% Refund Less than 24 hours before the start time

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