--- title: DC Insiders Pub Crawl & History Tour slug: insiders-pub-crawl-washington-dc type: attraction sub_type: beer tours source_url: https://www.tripster.com/detail/insiders-pub-crawl-washington-dc city: Washington state: DC country: US address: 1601 H St NW geo: lat: 38.90021 lng: -77.03664 duration: up to 2.2 hrs cancellation_policy: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience. extracted_at: 2026-06-16T19:53:28.293Z price_from: amount: 48 currency: USD unit: per_adult availability: InStock ticket_options: - group: Other Options options: - name: Insiders Pub Crawl & History Tour price: 48 regular_price: 50 savings: 2 ticket_types: - name: Dry Run - Buy Drinks as You Go (21+ yrs) min_age: 21 --- ## Overview Get a taste of DC's history while enjoying a drink in the Washington DC pub crawl—a walking tour with an expert guide sharing unknown tales of the capital's past over local beers. Learn how beer changed the fate of DC, from George Washington's adventures in the distillery to the era of Prohibition and even parties at the White House. ## What's Included - Guided walking tour of iconic pubs and bars in Washington, DC - Locally brewed beer tastings at several stops ## What's Not Included - Food (ordering food during the crawl is not possible; food can be ordered at the last bar) - Drinks for Dry Run tickets (only tour included for this option) ## Ticket Options - **Insiders Pub Crawl & History Tour** — $48.00 (regularly $50.00, save $2.00) Enjoy a 2-hour and 15-minute history tour pub crawl with a local guide in Washington, DC. Explore the iconic DC bars and stories you missed in your social studies class with draft beer, cider, wine, or liquor in hand. Don't miss out on all the fun in DC Insider's Pub Crawl! - Dry Run - Buy Drinks as You Go (21+ yrs) ## Good to Know * Meets at Lafayette Square at the Andrew Jackson Statue—Pennsylvania Ave. NW and 16th St. NW, Washington, DC * The tour lasts approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes * Participants must be 21 years old or older to join * Bring a photo ID for age verification; international guests should bring a passport * Arrive at least 30 minutes before the tour starts or contact the guide if late * Gluten-free drink options available * Wheelchair-accessible pub crawl available—note special requests when booking ## FAQs ### Where does the pub crawl start? The pub crawl starts at the meeting spot in Lafayette Square at the Andrew Jackson Statue on Pennsylvania Avenue Northwest and 16th Street Northwest, Washington, DC 20001. You’ll see your guide with a D.C. Crawling sign in front of the statue of Andrew Jackson riding a horse atop a pedestal. ### Where does the pub crawl end? The exact ending location of the pub crawl may vary, but it all ends within three (3) blocks of Lafayette Square (the meeting spot). ### How long are the pub crawls? This DC bar crawl is approximately two (2) hours and 15 minutes. ### Can someone under 21 years old join the pub crawl? No, all guests must be 21 or older and have a valid ID as proof. ### Do I need to bring an ID? Yes, please bring a valid photo ID showing that you are 21 or older and your passport if you are an international guest, as it is required by some bars. ### Are drinks included on the pub crawl, and are there gluten-free options? The Happy Hour tickets include your choice of draft beer or cider at each bar—three (3) out of four (4) bars serve cider or seltzer. The Dry Run tickets, on the other hand, include only the tour and doesn’t include prepaid drinks. This option is better for those who prefer wine or liquor directly from the bars and more gluten-free options. ### Is food included on the pub crawl? No, due to time constraints, ordering food while on the pub crawl is impossible. You can instead order food at the last bar of the pub crawl. It has a full menu and plenty of room for anyone to dine. ### Is the pub crawl wheelchair-accessible? Yes, the pub crawl is wheelchair-accessible. Please make a note of any special requests in the comment section at time of booking.