Hidden Halls of Power: Secret History of the White House & DC
Washington DC, District of Columbia
From US$26 per person
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- Group size
- Up to 15
- Language
- English
- Rating on Viator
- 5.0 / 5 · 2 reviews
About this tour
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.
Accessibility, as stated by the supplier
- Wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair-accessible surfaces
- Wheelchair-accessible transport
- Stroller accessible
Meeting point: Meet your tour guide in Lafayette Square who will be wearing a white Junket t-shirt and holding a yellow flag. Please arrive 15 minutes before the start of the tour.
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Itinerary
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- 1
Explore this historic park that has hosted numerous protests throughout its history and served as a racetrack, cemetery, slave market, and military encampment.(pass by)
- 2
Learn about the Executive Mansion's past and mysteries, including its most recent renovation.(pass by)
- 3
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.(pass by)
- 4
Discover President's Park's fascinating and somewhat perplexing past.(pass by)
- 5
Visit this location to learn the construction's secrets.(pass by)
- 6
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.(pass by)
- 7
Learn about this unusual home that is notable both aesthetically and supernaturally.(pass by)
- 8
Uncover the stories of the home that houses foreign dignitaries and heads of state that visit the US.(pass by)
- 9
Learn how former president John F. Kennedy and his wife Jacqueline helped to keep this historic house standing.(pass by)
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Included
- Professional and knowledgeable local guide
- Thoroughly researched and accurate history
Not included
- Food and drink
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 your tour guide in Lafayette Square who will be wearing a white Junket t-shirt and holding a yellow flag. Please arrive 15 minutes before the start of the tour
- 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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