Washington, DC: Catholic Heritage Guided Tour
ID: GYG871768-1373017
Category:
Country: United States
Duration:
06:00 hours
Description
Discover the history of Catholicism in the United States on a guided tour of Washington, DC. Visit the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception among many sites
Take in breathtaking architecture as you explore legendary places of worship and experience Catholic Heritage. Your trip will include the Chapel of Immaculate Conception, the Basilica of the National Shrine of Immaculate Conception, and much more!
Your guide will take you on a guided tour around Washington DC, covering areas including Capitol Hill, Little Rome, Embassy Row, and Georgetown, stopping and stepping out at major Catholic Heritage sites along the way such as the Basilica of the National Shrine, St. John Paul II Shrine, the Cathedral of St Matthew the Apostle, and the Kennedy Center.
Your guide will share with great insight as you pass sites such as St. Augustine Church, the first Black parish, Georgetown University, the oldest Catholic institution of higher learning in America and the Papal Nunciature on Embassy Row.
Highlights
- Discover the history of Catholicism in the United States with a guide
- Visit the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception
- See the Cathedral of St. Matthew the Apostle and the St. John Paul II Shrine
- Explore the Chapel of the Immaculate Conception and St. Augustine Church
- Pass by the Papal Nunciature on Embassy Row and Georgetown University
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Wear comfortable walking shoes as there is a moderate amount of walking involved
Check the weather forecast and dress appropriately
Photography is allowed, but flash photography is not permitted inside the churches
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
