Come visit the exciting world of the White House and the surrounding Lafayette Square neighborhood. We'll see the homes of and other major sites where some of the wealthiest and most influential people lived, worked, and made their mark on United States history!
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Meeting points
Please head to the General Andrew Jackson Statue
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Itinerary
White House (Pass By)
Ladies and gentlemen welcome to the beautiful White House in DC. We’re currently on the north side of the White House…the ceremonial entrance…
Eisenhower Executive Office Building
Ladies and gentlemen welcome to the legendary Eisenhower executive office building. Our next site “rises like a tiered wedding cake to the west of the White House.” Constructed in 1888 by Alfred Mullett, the Eisenhower Executive Office Building (later renamed after the 34th president) was the home to the State, Navy, and War Departments.
20 minutes
Renwick Gallery
James Renwick, the designer of St. Patrick’s Cathedral in New York City and the Smithsonian Castle on the National Mall lends his name to our next stop- the red-brick Renwick Gallery- a site that he completed in 1874.
20 minutes
Blair House
The Blair House also served as a temporary residence from 1948 to 1952 for Harry S. Truman while the White House was under renovation
20 minutes
Decatur House
This modest brick townhouse on the corner- known as the Decatur House- played a major role in the political and social scene of Washington. It was named after Stephen Decatur,
15 minutes
St. John's Episcopal Church
Ever since its inception in 1815, every U.S. chief executive has worshipped at St. John’s,
20 minutes
General Andrew Jackson Statue
Anchoring the center of Lafayette Square is a statue of the 7th U.S. president. Andrew Jackson
15 minutes
United States Department of the Treasury
We’ll finish our tour of Lafayette Square with yet another “Hamilton” allusion. Right here at the department of treasury.
20 minutes
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Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Duration is flexible, travelers can extend if their time per attraction if they want
Free Cancellation
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April 26No refund
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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Interesting tour of the White House Neighborhood
Published on Apr, 2024
Got to learn about the White House and the surrounding neighborhood! Such rich history and storytelling!
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