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The Capitol at Night: Scandals, Murder, Politics Adults Only Tour

By DC by Foot
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 154 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 1h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

Step into the dramatic side of Capitol Hill on a walking tour filled with political intrigue, scandal, and shocking moments from American history. From secret affairs and courtroom dramas to duels of honor and deadly rivalries, discover the stories Congress would rather forget. Along the way you’ll hear about spies in the Civil War, lawmakers attacked on the Senate floor, a journalist’s murder on the Capitol steps, and even a scandalous love story that shook Washington society. This tour reveals that behind the marble monuments and grand institutions of Capitol Hill lies a history packed with ambition, betrayal, and controversy. Join us to explore the scandals, secrets, and sensational stories that unfolded just steps from the U.S. Capitol.

Activity location

  • St. John's, Lafayette Square
    • 1525 H Street Northwest
    • 20005, Washington, District of Columbia, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Capitol South Station
    • 70 C Street Southeast
    • 20003, Washington, District of Columbia, United States

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White House at Night: Scandals, Murder, Politics Adults Only Tour

  • Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes1h 30m
    1h 30m
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 20:00
Price details
RM 154.24 x 1 AdultRM 154.24
Total
Price is RM 154.24
Until Mon, 18 May

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Adult Only Tour
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Professional Local Tour Guide & Gossip Peddler
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Nightime views of US Capitol, Supreme Court, Library of Congress, National Mall and more...
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Gratuities

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

St. John's, Lafayette Square

  • 10m
See the Church of the Presidents, where robed figures come each time the death of a prominent figure is announced only to quickly disappear.

White House (Pass by)

Our historian guides tell you stories and walk you through of flirtatious first ladies, presidential affairs and more.

Decatur House

  • 10m
Hear the story of the original owner who died in a duel.

Eisenhower Executive Office Building

  • 10m
Hear about naked Presidents (sorry for the visual image!) and talk about intrepid female reporters, hot tub parties, and a disrobed Prime Minster who was the guest from hell.

Lafayette Square

  • 10m
Hear stories of torrid love affairs that ended in murder...

Blair House

  • 5m
Which President and First Lady broke the bed on the first night back together after a summer apart?

InterContinental the Willard Washington D.C. by IHG

  • 10m
Was the term lobbyist coined after by a President here?

Location

Activity location

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    St. John's, Lafayette Square
    • 1525 H Street Northwest
    • 20005, Washington, District of Columbia, United States

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Capitol South Station
    • 70 C Street Southeast
    • 20003, Washington, District of Columbia, United States

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