Residences of the Presidentses: Dupont and Kalorama
At a glance
Residences of the Presidentses: Dupont and Kalorama is a 2h 30m small-group experience in Washington DC, USA, operated by Walking Backward Tours. Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 33 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $27.50 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Walking tour with a presidential history expert (and former comedian).
Highlights
- Small group of up to 8 people for a more personal experience
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
Quick facts
- Duration
- 2h 30m
- Group
- Small group, up to 8 travellers
- Languages
- English
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
Please note that this tour is recommended for people ages 13 and up.
DC is the city of presidents, and this is the tour that gives you the most POTUS for your buck. This is a great way to see some of DC's most beautiful neighborhoods, away from the big tourist crowds on the National Mall. If you love history, trivia, politics or walking, it's a great way to enjoy the nation's capital.
Your guide is a former journalist and stand-up comedian obsessed with the presidents -- Chris White has been to almost every presidential birthplace, home and grave in the country.
What's included
What's included
- Walking tour with a presidential history expert (and former comedian)
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 45m
We'll walk to the home of Theodore Roosevelt, Calvin Coolidge's crash pad and the spot where FDR almost lost it all. You'll get the juicy details about their time in DC: power battles, romance, parties and more.
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Stop 2 · 1h 15m
In the Kalorama neighborhood, we'll see the homes of Herbert Hoover, Woodrow Wilson, Warren Harding, William Howard Taft and Dwight Eisenhower. Plus we'll swing by the spot where Ronald Reagan very nearly lost it all. You'll get to hear about the amazing era when tons of power players flocked to the same small area ... and reshaped America.
Meeting point
Tours start just south of Dupont Circle, next to the Krispy Kreme on Connecticut Ave.
Good to know
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Residences of the Presidentses: Dupont and Kalorama take?
The experience lasts about 2h 30m.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $27.50 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Walking tour with a presidential history expert (and former comedian).
Where does it start?
Tours start just south of Dupont Circle, next to the Krispy Kreme on Connecticut Ave.
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 33 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Washington DC.
