Washington DC History and Beer Tasting Tour
Visit Four Pubs Around the White House During This Entertaining 2 Hour DC Beer Tasting Tour

DC
people
1 participant
15 minutes
- • Visit 4 Iconic Pubs Close to The White House
- • Learn About DC History While Sipping Local Beers
- • Go All Inclusive or Buy Your Own Drinks
Why We Love This Unique Experience
Washington D.C. Experience Gifts: DC is a pretty overwhelming city, what with all the history and politics and stuff, you're forgiven for needing a drink. On this two hour fifteen minute pub crawl, a beer-loving tour guide will take you on a journey round four of the city's best taverns, regaling you with stories of DC history, presidents, and the beer brewing industry. You'll meet great people, taste local craft beers, and get to chat to expert brewers while exploring the nation's capital - the ultimate tour for first-time DC visitors or a great experience gift idea for ale aficionados!
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Experience Overview:
Washington Dc History And Beer Tasting TourLearn the unknown history of the nation’s capital while sipping on local beer!
D.C. Crawling's Insider's Pub Crawl mixes hidden history, craft beer, and good times into a fun and unique way to see our nation's capital. Drink local beers in iconic D.C. bars while your expert local guide shares the unknown stories of D.C.'s past and present. Learn the history they left out in 8th-grade social studies class – including the founding of the city, George Washington’s exploits as master brewer, tales of CIA spies, and so much more on our Insider’s Pub Crawl.
FAQ
Activity FAQs
How do I get to the pub crawl?
The closest metro stops are McPherson Square and Farragut North Station. You can take the Orange Line, Silver Line, and Blue Line to McPherson Square Station and it is a 4 minute walk to the Andrew Jackson Statue. Or you can take the Red Line to Farragut North Station and it is a 7 minute walk to the Andrew Jackson Statue.
What time are the pub crawls?
We offer pub crawls twice daily at 4:00pm and 7:00pm. Each pub crawl lasts approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes.
What happens on your pub crawl?
On our Insider’s Pub Crawl you’ll visit 4 iconic D.C. bars with an expert local guide who will share the unknown stories of the nation’s capital. Enjoy craft beer with fellow crawlers from around the globe and learn the history they left out in 8th grade social studies class.
Which bars do we visit?
The route of the pub crawls depends on a few different factors like day of the week and size of the crawl. Therefore, we won’t know the exact route until the crawl starts. All of the bars we visit are iconic D.C. bars located around The White House.
Can I bring someone who is under 21/a baby?
By law, all guests must be at least 21 years old and have proper ID even if the guest is not going to drink. Therefore, we cannot allow anyone under the age of 21 on the crawl, including children and infants.
What does the tour cover/what history we do learn?
On our Insider’s Pub Crawl, you’ll learn the unknown history of the nation’s capital - you’ll hear about the creation of the city, tales of George Washington, secrets of Prohibition and so much more.
Can I book for just 1 person?
Yes, you absolutely can! Come and meet some new friends.
What time should I arrive for the crawl?
Please arrive 5-10 minutes early in order to check into the crawl as the tour will leave on time. Please be sure that everyone in your group has their ID showing they are 21+ years old. Before arriving, please have everyone in your group complete the e-waiver that was sent to the email address you provided for your booking.
What do I need to bring to the crawl/do I need to print out the tickets?
No need to bring a physical ticket with you. You can check in using your name.
Is beer included in the price of the ticket?
We offer 2 different ticket options. Our Happy Hour package includes 4 beers on draft of your choice - one at each pub. The other option is our Dry Run which does not include any prepaid drinks. With either ticket option you can still purchase drinks directly from the bars themselves. Please note that our Happy Hour ticket only includes beer and not wine or liquor.
If you prefer wine or liquor, we suggest buying the Dry Run ticket and buying your drinks directly from the bars.
How much walking is involved?
All of our bars are within a couple of blocks of each other.
What is the average age of the people on the tour?
We have guests of all age ranges as long as they are 21 plus years old. From young backpackers to retirees, our crawls are designed for everyone to enjoy.
Details & Important Info
Additional Experience Details & Important Information
ID: Guests must be 21+ years old with valid ID.
Gratuity: Tips are appreciated. Thanks!
Liability Waiver: You will receive a separate email with your liability waiver. Please be aware that each person must sign the liability waiver prior to the pub crawl start time.
Please arrive at least 5 minutes prior to the start of the crawl with an ID showing 21+.
Food is NOT included on the pub crawl. We suggest that you plan on eating before the tour.
Cancellations & Refunds
Reservation Changes, Cancellations & Refunds
All ticket sales are final and not refundable. Reservations cannot be changed, rescheduled or refunded once confirmed. Reservations may be re-scheduled by the operator of the activity due to reasons such as weather, minimum participation requirements, mechanical issues or other interruptions beyond their control.
All gift certificate sales are final and not refundable. Gift certificates can only be exchanged prior to redemption.
A full list of terms of sale of tickets and certificates can be viewed here.
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DC
people
1 participant
15 minutes
- • Visit 4 Iconic Pubs Close to The White House
- • Learn About DC History While Sipping Local Beers
- • Go All Inclusive or Buy Your Own Drinks
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