The port Georgetown goes back centuries and is today know for its cobblestone streets, historic homes and gardens, and is seen as a shopping and dining district. Exploring the area on foot is the best way to go back in time and enjoy the park like atmosphere with all of its old brick and greenery.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The historic canal through the industrial section of Georgetown, guests will learn about the canal boats and see a working “lock” (gate) the helped the boats travel to and from along the canal.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Certainly one of the oldest buildings in the entire city, this quaint spot is run by the National Parks Service and has a lovely garden to sit and take a rest in. Built in 1766, it was a car dealership by 1953 when it was taken over for historic preservation. Now it is ours to enjoy and remember a simpler time when tobacco and tall tales traded at the nearby port.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

See one of many homes associated with the Kennedy family, who lived in nearly a dozen different homes in the neighborhood.

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Founded in 1789, this prestigious Jesuit University is know far and wide for its medical, legal, and undergraduate programs. See the towering spires of the Patrick Healy building and the statue of founder John Carrol. On a warm day students will lounge in the grass out front throwing frisbees, reading, and socializing.

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

We end the tour near the Exorcist Steps, a historic stairway that became famous thanks to the 1970s film of the same name.

• Admission Ticket Free

A Georgetown institution, this restaurant has been locally owned since 1933. The dark wood panels, black and white photos on the wall, and the regulars at the bar give this place a certain sense of nostalgia and ambiance. The classic American fare keeps people coming back year after year with both indoor and outdoor seating

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free