Established 50 years before Washington, D.C., Georgetown got its start as a gritty port city on the banks of the Potomac River. Despite its modest beginnings, Georgetown eventually came to have some of the most expensive and desirable property in the District. Explore the highlights and secrets of one of D.C.’s most exclusive neighborhoods, home to palatial mansions, elegant cemeteries, stately churches, and a world-class university. Join Carolyn Muraskin, founder of DC Design Tours, for a walk through the neighborhood.

Know Before You Go

• Tour participants meet at 1052 Thomas Jefferson St. NW and concludes at Georgetown Waterfront Park near 33rd Street and Water Street.
• Sturdy walking shoes, bottled water, and comfortable clothes are recommended.
• The tour involves 2 miles of walking and is 2.5 hours in length.

Additional Date Options for this Tour

• October 23
• October 24

General Information

• Registration for this tour will end by 2 p.m. ET on Wednesday, October 21, 2026.
• Smithsonian Associates is a mask-friendly environment. Please feel free to bring and wear a mask at any time during a tour, both for your safety or the safety of others.
• As we aim to move away from single use water bottles, guests are strongly encouraged to get in the habit of bringing their own reusable water bottle on tour.
• For additional tour information:
• Study Tour Policies
• Refund/Cancellation Policy