Fun Food & Finds in DC
Washington, D.C., USA
Culture shock rating
Worried we’re going to shock your senses? Relax! We believe part of the fun of travel is immersing yourself in the destination and its culture, meeting the people, and learning what makes the place tick. We’ve got a wide range of tours with something for everybody. The cultural shock rating ranks how different the experience is from most Western cultures. But no matter the level, don’t worry, you’ll have a local, in-the-know guide with you every step of the way.
Low
Consider these tours your 101 intro to a place. Transportation might be private or a very comfortable public option, and the activities are usually visits to iconic sites and locations that are familiar to most Western cultures – but that will still give you fantastic insight into a destination.
Medium
Expect to rough it for parts of this tour, whether that’s on a packed public bus or in a local market off the tourist trail. There might be a few language barriers or unfamiliar cultural customs, and you’ll get an experience different from what you're used to at home.
High
You're out there in the global community! We’re going to take you down streets you’d rarely explore on your own, introduce you to local customs and languages, and take you for a ride in whatever transport is available. Get ready to take it as it comes, whatever comes. There might be a shock, but oh man, it’s worth it.
Physical rating
Worried our tours are too tough? Relax! From leisurely strolls to muscle-burning treks, we’ve got a wide range of tours with something for everybody. The physical grading gives you an idea of how much huffing and puffing you can expect on the tour.
Low
Slow and steady is all you need here. These tours have very limited physical activity, such as walking relatively flat streets, sites, or markets, and climbing in and out of the transport provided.
Medium
Not too hard, not too soft, these tours are just right! You can expect a bit of physical activity, but nothing overly challenging – perhaps walking up and down hills, riding a bike for up to 30 kilometers along mostly flat terrain, or jumping in a kayak for a gentle paddle on flat water.
High
Get ready for a workout! These tours are our most challenging and involve intense walking, hiking, kayaking, swimming, or bike riding. You could be making steep climbs by foot or pedal, or working your core in the water. We recommend you have a good level of fitness to join this tour.
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Tour snapshot
Hot tip: there’s more to DC than the monuments! See the spots where locals hang…places with names like Navy Yard, Barracks Row, and Eastern Market. Hop into our eCruiser and cover lots of territory on this Washington tour – there’s no cooler way to see DC.
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Highlights
- Get off the beaten path and explore less-touristy parts of Washington, DC
- Sample yummy local bites at several unique spots along the way
- Check out important sites like the Waterfront, Navy Yard, and Congressional Cemetery
- Explore Capitol Hill and other parts of the American capital in an all-electric, eCruiser vehicle
- Learn local history through a narrative of stories
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Schedule details
- Duration: 2+ hours
- Meeting point:
Eastern Market Metro, 8th Street & Pennsylvania Ave SE (accessible via Orange and Blue subway lines).
- Starting time: 1.00 PM
- Ending point:
Navy Yard Metro, 1st & M Streets SE (Green line).
Language: English
Inclusions: Local English speaking guide, transportation on an all-electric eCruiser (weather permitting), food tastings along the way.
Exclusions: Additional food and drinks above what is included, tips / gratuities for your guide.
When you take a tour in Washington, DC, your first priority is usually to see the icons – the White House, monuments, the Capitol, and the Smithsonians. But once you’ve done that (perhaps with us on our Washington DC Unveiled tour), what do you say to getting out of the DC core and into the local neighborhoods?
We love immersing our guests in local life, and that’s just what awaits you on this Washington, DC tour. Hop aboard our all-electric, six passenger vehicle and venture with us to out-of-the-way places like Eastern Market, the Waterfront areas, the Navy Yard and other spots where locals spend their time and tourists rarely visit.
Along the way, you’ll catch some sites that helped develop Washington, DC into a global political centre, such as the Navy Yard, which built America’s first war ships and helped build Washington, DC into a thriving and economically vital area. Before Arlington National Cemetery, the Congressional Cemetery was America’s first National Cemetery, and we’ll see this icon as well along the way.
Bites of local food and fun, unique finds are just a short ride away. Fun fact: buses and trolleys can't maneuver the streets that we can! This means we're going to take you down some fantastic routes that most travellers to DC don't get the chance to experience. Score!
The beauty of this tour is that the eCruiser allows us to cover more ground than a traditional walking tour, so you can reach all of these fascinating places in a short period of time. Also, it’s environmentally green! If you’re looking to get off the beaten path in Washington, DC, then this is the tour for you. Come join us on this unique DC tour and explore parts of the city rarely seen by first-time visitors. The sights and experiences will last a lifetime - or at least until your next visit to Washington, DC!
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Additional information
Inclusions: Local English speaking guide, transportation on an all-electric eCruiser (weather permitting), food tastings along the way.
Exclusions: Additional food and drinks above what is included, tips / gratuities for your guide.
Dress standard: Dress appropriately for season and weather conditions and wear comfortable walking shoes.
Your Trip: For your Urban Adventure you will be in a small group of a maximum of 6 people per vehicle. Multiple vehicles are available with advanced notice.
Confirmation of booking: If you have your voucher, your booking is confirmed. We'll see you at the start point. Get in touch if you have any concerns or require more information via the email address or phone number (business hours only) on your voucher.
Additional Information: This tour runs weather permitting.
Closure of sites: Peaceful demonstrations, a mainstay of life in Washington DC, may slightly alter routes, but most of the time these just make the experience more fascinating!
Child Policy: This is a child-friendly tour. Children between the ages of 6 and 11 inclusively are permitted on this tour. Children younger than 6 are permitted at no extra cost, but please make sure you inform our guides of this before you take the tour.
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Local contact
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