Hidden on Capitol Hill
Trip Highlights
Hear Lesser-Known DC Stories
Visit the City’s Oldest Operating Market
See the oldest post in the US Marine Corp
See some of the most beautiful (and expensive) houses in the city
Description
Few people think beyond the Capitol when they think of the Hill. This tour takes you to the heart of a neighborhood with a fascinating history that still speaks to us today. Learn about these famous locations from a former Capitol Hill resident.
Tour info
Why take this tour?
Few people think beyond the Capitol when they think of the Hill. Behind the Capitol building lies a vibrant neighborhood filled with historic houses, unique eateries, boutiques, the first Marine Corp barracks, the city’s oldest food market, and more. You’ll see the new restaurants and shops on a revitalized 8th Street, SE and you’ll have an opportunity to shop for food, art, and fashion at the Eastern Market (the city’s oldest market).
Tour Highlights
- Visit the controversial Emancipation statue in Lincoln Park.
- Some of the most beautiful (and expensive) row houses in the District
- See the home of the man known as the March King & a Civil War navy hospital
- Sample the best homemade pop-tarts
- See the home of the Commandant of the Marines and the 8th & I Barracks, the oldest in the Corp
- Explore the food and artists stalls at Eastern Market, the city's oldest market
Included
Guiding walking tour with a local guide
Photography
Excluded
Tip
Water
Snack
Sun Protection
Things to know
About your guide
David Shaw, a Hill resident for my first six years in Washington. This is my favorite DC neighborhood and I still come back at least once a week.
I’m a certified master guide of the Guild of Professional Tour Guides of Washington, DC. I am also a certified guide at Washington National C...
David Shaw, a Hill resident for my first six years in Washington. This is my favorite DC neighborhood and I still come back at least once a week.
I’m a certified master guide of the Guild of Professional Tour Guides of Washington, DC. I am also a certified guide at Washington National Cathedral and I hold a District tour guide license.
What to bring
Comfortable shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, camera, water bottle, hat & sunglasses, questions, and a sense of humor!
Comfortable shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, camera, water bottle, hat & sunglasses, questions, and a sense of humor!
Availability
This tour is available every Saturday and Sunday, all year long.
This tour is available every Saturday and Sunday, all year long.