Echoes of Early Washington DC, Penn Quarter and Chinatown Tour
Washington DC, District of Columbia
From US$35 per person
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- Group size
- Up to 15
- Language
- English
- Rating on Viator
- 5.0 / 5 · 1 reviews
About this tour
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.
Accessibility, as stated by the supplier
- Wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair-accessible surfaces
- Wheelchair-accessible transport
- Stroller accessible
Meeting point: Meet near the entry of the Chinatown Metro Station by the Friendship Arch. There is a sign with "630" on it and your guide will be wearing a Meandering Map Tours shirt!.
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Itinerary
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Learn about the city's first Asian community and their resilience.(30 min)
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Step back in time and explore the origins of Washington, D.C.'s first downtown Learn about the city's first Asian community and its rich history Discover the story of a woman who received the death penalty for her role in the Lincoln Assassination Understand the efforts of Clara Barton to locate missing soldiers of the Civil War Explore the first commercial center for Washington, D.C. in Penn Quarter(1 hr 30 min)
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Included
- A licensed, knowledgeable and fun personal tour guide!
Not included
- Food not included.
- Private transportation
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
- Meet near the entry of the Chinatown Metro Station by the Friendship Arch. There is a sign with "630" on it and your guide will be wearing a Meandering Map Tours shirt!
- 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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