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.
- This half-day tour is the ultimate, seamless way to visit the Hamptons
- Dine al fresco with a gourmet picnic lunch served directly on the beach
- A private tour ensures a luxurious, fully personalized experience
- Admire impeccable views during your round-trip helicopter flights
What To Expect
Lafayette Square
Explore this historic park that has hosted numerous protests throughout its history and served as a racetrack, cemetery, slave market, and military encampment.
• Admission Ticket Free
White House
Learn about the Executive Mansion’s past and mysteries, including its most recent renovation.
• Admission Ticket Free
United States Department of the Treasury
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.
• Admission Ticket Free
The President’s Park
Discover President’s Park’s fascinating and somewhat perplexing past.
• Admission Ticket Free
The Ellipse
Visit this location to learn the construction’s secrets.
• Admission Ticket Free
Haupt Fountains
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.
• Admission Ticket Free
Octagon Museum
Learn about this unusual home that is notable both aesthetically and supernaturally.
• Admission Ticket Free
Blair House
Uncover the stories of the home that houses foreign dignitaries and heads of state that visit the US.
• Admission Ticket Free
Decatur House
Learn how former president John F. Kennedy and his wife Jacqueline helped to keep this historic house standing.
• Admission Ticket Free
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Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Transportation is wheelchair accessible
Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
Max group – 15
