Discover Washington’s Hidden Crimes, Scandals & Secrets Tour
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Step into the hidden side of Washington D.C. on this adults-only walking tour. Discover how a neighborhood once known as Murder Bay transformed into the heart of American power. From 19th-century brothels to Cold War espionage, political cover-ups, and presidential scandals, these stories rarely make it into textbooks but reveal the city’s darker history.
As you stroll through the streets, you'll see where corruption, vice, ambition, and influence collided. Learn how these secret stories helped shape the nation’s capital into what it is today. This tour offers a rare glimpse behind the scenes of D.C.'s most intriguing and scandalous moments.
Perfect for history buffs and curious travelers alike, this experience combines engaging storytelling with a curated route past major downtown landmarks. It’s a chance to uncover the city’s most provocative tales in just 1.5 hours.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the tour?
The tour lasts approximately 1.5 hours.
What languages are available?
The tour is conducted in English.
What is the group size?
Groups are limited to up to 15 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
This tour is for adults aged 18 and over. Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, and it’s suitable for all physical fitness levels.
What’s included in the tour?
You’ll get a 90-minute guided walking tour, a curated route featuring major downtown landmarks, a small-group experience, and a professional English-speaking guide.
Are there any exclusions?
Transportation to and from the tour sites, gratuities for guides, and hotel pickup and drop-off are not included.
Free cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Duration 1.5 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Key facts
What's included
Included
- 90-minute guided walking tour
- Curated route featuring major downtown landmarks
- Small-group experience
- Professional English-speaking tour guide
Not included
- Transportation to and from tour sites
- Gratuities for guides
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Itinerary
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Stop 1
Lafayette Park, the White House, and surrounding buildings are filled with scandals. Discover the secrets the White House has hidden over 250 years, including murder, drug dealing, sexual escapades, and other scandals that happened right on the lawn in broad daylight.
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Stop 2
In what’s now called Petrol Triangle—one of D.C.'s safest neighborhoods—was once Murder Bay. This area had the highest crime rates in Washington, just a few blocks from the White House.
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Stop 3
The FBI building is a hot spot for scandals. This agency operates in secrecy, and many dark secrets are uncovered during the tour.
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Stop 4
Visit the site of Abraham Lincoln’s assassination. While well-known, there’s much deeper history often overlooked about this pivotal event.
Meeting point & pickup
Meet at the starting point
The meeting spot is outside the US Chamber Litigation Center, on the corner of H St NW and Connecticut Ave NW. Look for a guide holding a green sign that says "Guides Get Lost: Meet Here!" The closest metro stops are Farragut West (orange, silver, blue lines) and Farragut North (Red line).
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Free cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- 100% refund if cancelled at least 1 day before
- 0% refund if cancelled within 24 hours
- May be canceled due to bad weather
- May be canceled if there are not enough travelers
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Your booking is confirmed immediately after checkout.
From $39.00 per person
- Free cancellation
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