Dupont Circle and Embassy Row Architectural Walking Tour
Washington DC, District of Columbia
From US$48 per person
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- Group size
- Up to 15
- Language
- English
- Rating on Viator
- 5.0 / 5 · 123 reviews
About this tour
Gilded Age mansions, high-stakes diplomacy, and sordid scandals converge in Dupont Circle, once on the rural edge of the capital and later a playground for Washington’s wealthy. Today, its tree-lined streets showcase some of the city’s most striking architecture, from stately Neoclassical residences to eclectic Arts & Crafts homes.
On this two-hour walking tour, we’ll trace the evolution of Embassy Row and the surrounding Dupont neighborhood, uncovering the stories behind the grand façades. Meet the city’s social climbers, power brokers, and eccentric residents—from influential socialite Alice Roosevelt Longworth to Evalyn Walsh McLean and her infamous Hope Diamond. Here, architecture and ambition intertwine with the story of Washington’s dramatic turn-of-the-century transformation.
Accessibility, as stated by the supplier
- Wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair-accessible surfaces
- Wheelchair-accessible transport
- Stroller accessible
Meeting point: Look for your guide at the Dupont Circle Fountain in the center of Dupont Circle.
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Itinerary
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- 1
Dupont Circle is the heart of this historic neighborhood, with a photogenic fountain at it's center by the designers of the Lincoln Memorial.(10 min)
- 2
Walk along Embassy Row and see some of the city's most impressive properties, spanning the architectural gamut from Neo-classical to Beaux-Arts to Queen Anne and more. Meet the city’s social climbers, power brokers, and eccentric residents—from influential socialite Alice Roosevelt Longworth to Evalyn Walsh McLean and her infamous Hope Diamond.(1 hr)
- 3
Hear the story behind the the opulent Indonesian Embassy, once home to the Hope Diamond.(5 min)
- 4
This imposing mansion was the former home of the wealthiest power couple in Washington DC, now headquarters to the the Nation's oldest patriotic organization.(5 min)
- 5
A gorgeous beaux-arts mansion off Sheridan Circle, where music legend Ahmet Ertegun got his start.(5 min)
- 6
A Civil War monument with a bizarre backstory, designed by the sculptor of Mount Rushmore.(5 min)
- 7
A quiet residential neighborhood off Embassy Row who's name means "Beautiful View" in Greek. Now home to some of Washington's most influential characters.(15 min)
- 8
Former post-presidency home of Woodrow Wilson(5 min)
- 9
Washington's own modest version of the famed European landmark makes for a quiet hidden oasis in the middle of the city.(5 min)
- 10
The first modern art museum in the United States(5 min)
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Included
- Local guide
Not included
- Gratuities
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Location & contact
- Area
- Washington DC, District of Columbia
- Meeting point
- Look for your guide at the Dupont Circle Fountain in the center of Dupont Circle
- Contact
- The tour operator’s own details aren’t published. Questions about access or your booking go through Viator, which handles the booking and passes your request to the operator.
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