Self-Guided Walking Tours to Explore Washington D.C., USA
Welcome to Washinton D.C. – the center of U.S. Government, built to be symbolic of all the things that define America to the world. If you are visiting for the first time, our Introduction Walk will take you to some of the most essential sights. Check out the helpful tour around the most prominent Monuments and Memorials or stroll the pedestrian-friendly streets of Georgetown – the vibrant university neighborhood that plays host to an array of youth-oriented restaurants, shops, and cultural events.
In all, we have prepared 11 self-guided walks for you to explore the U.S. capital, which cover everything from charming streets and neighborhoods to word-class museums and iconic landmarks. Not only that, but you can also create your own walk with the attractions that interest you most and even set your hotel as the walk's starting point!
In all, we have prepared 11 self-guided walks for you to explore the U.S. capital, which cover everything from charming streets and neighborhoods to word-class museums and iconic landmarks. Not only that, but you can also create your own walk with the attractions that interest you most and even set your hotel as the walk's starting point!
How it works: Download the app "GPSmyCity: Walks in 1K+ Cities" from Apple App Store or Google Play Store to your mobile phone or tablet. Each walk comes with a detailed tour map as well as photos and background information for the featured attractions. The app's navigation functions guide you from one attraction to the next. The app works offline, so no data plan is needed when traveling abroad.
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Custom Walk: Create Your Own Walking Tour
![Washington D.C. Introduction Walking Tour](/img/gd/2506.jpg)
Sightseeing Walk: Washington D.C. Introduction Walking Tour
![Georgetown University Walking Tour](/img/gd/1477.jpg)
Sightseeing Walk: Georgetown University Walking Tour
![DC Monuments and Memorials Walking Tour](/img/gd/2437.jpg)
Sightseeing Walk: DC Monuments and Memorials Walking Tour
![Arlington National Cemetery Tour](/img/gd/2463.jpg)
Sightseeing Walk: Arlington National Cemetery Tour
![Federal Buildings Walking Tour](/img/gd/2953.jpg)
Sightseeing Walk: Federal Buildings Walking Tour
![Georgetown Walking Tour](/img/gd/3013.jpg)
Sightseeing Walk: Georgetown Walking Tour
![Georgetown Shopping](/img/ctw/153.jpg)
Discovery Walk: Georgetown Shopping
![Embassy Row Walking Tour](/img/ctw/159.jpg)
Discovery Walk: Embassy Row Walking Tour
![Adams Morgan Walking Tour](/img/ctw/162.jpg)
Discovery Walk: Adams Morgan Walking Tour
![Chinatown and Penn Quarter Walking Tour](/img/ctw/178.jpg)
Discovery Walk: Chinatown and Penn Quarter Walking Tour
![Logan Circle Walking Tour](/img/ctw/187.jpg)
Discovery Walk: Logan Circle Walking Tour
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