Washington D.C. Hidden Gems Cultural Tour

Our tour focuses on the other side of Washington D.C. to see and learn about our hidden gems and culture in our nation's capital. Begin the tour driving through neighborhoods as we make our way to the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception- the largest Roman Catholic church in North America. You will be guided through over 70 chapels where each representing the Virgin Mary based on each country's faith and culture. You will be fascinated by the architecture, beauty, and brilliance of the Basilica! Next continue your tour by Embassy Row to visit the Washington National Cathedral, the second largest church building in the U.S., modeled on English gothic style, you will be amazed by its elegance! Continue your tour by driving down Embassy Row and see embassies from Italy, Australia, Ireland, Japan, UK, just to name a few. You will even see the exterior of the Vice President's residence. Learn about the rich history of the Georgetown area and Georgetown University.

What to expect:

Duration: 3 hours

Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception

400 Michigan Ave NE, , Washington DC, 20017-1566, District of Columbia

The Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception is a large minor Catholic basilica and national shrine in the United States in Washington, D.C., you will enjoy a walking guided tour throughout the Shrine, view the Trinity Dome Mosaic, the recently completed crown jewel of the Shrine and much more!

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Naval Observatory

3450 Massachusetts Ave NW, (Enter at 37 Observation Cir), Washington DC, 20392-0001, District of Columbia

The Vice President's residence. The United States Naval Observatory is a scientific and military facility that produces geopositioning, navigation and timekeeping data for the United States Navy and the United States Department of Defense.

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Embassy Row

, , Washington DC, District of Columbia

Embassy Row is the informal name for a section of Northwest Washington, D.C., with a high concentration of embassies, diplomatic missions, and diplomatic residences.

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Washington National Cathedral

3101 Wisconsin Ave NW, Washington DC, 20016-5000, District of Columbia

The Cathedral Church of Saint Peter and Saint Paul in the City and Diocese of Washington is commonly known as Washington National Cathedral or National Cathedral.

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Adams Morgan

, , Washington DC, District of Columbia

Adams Morgan is a multicultural neighborhood centered on the happening nightlife scene around 18th Street. The stretch buzzes with eclectic bars, music venues and international restaurants from Vietnamese to Ethiopian, plus late-night pizza and falafel spots.

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Georgetown

, , Washington DC, 20007, District of Columbia

Georgetown is a charming area with Federal-style architecture, cobblestone streets and fashion and design shops. The dining scene is defined by upmarket restaurants and waterfront seafood spots, while nightlife spans boisterous college bars, traditional taverns and intimate live music lounges.

30 minutes

"The Exorcist" Steps

Georgetown University, Washington DC, 20007-2633, District of Columbia

The Exorcist steps are concrete stairs, continuing 36th Street,[1] descending from the corner of Prospect St and 36th St NW, down to a small parking lot, set back from the intersection of M Street NW, Canal Rd NW, and Whitehurst Freeway NW in the Georgetown neighborhood of Washington, D.C., famous for being featured in the 1973 film The Exorcist.

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Georgetown University

3700 O St NW, Washington, DC 20057, USA

Georgetown University is a private Jesuit research university in the Georgetown neighborhood of Washington, D.C., United States.

25 minutes • Admission Ticket Included