Private Washington: Craft Cocktail Tour
Washington, D.C., USA
Office phone number: +1 202 810 1700
Private Washington: Craft Cocktail Tour
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
This delicious private tour will take you to the center of Washington DC’s craft cocktail scene as we visit some of the best bars in the city. Along the way, we’ll sample delicious libations, swap tales of speakeasies and rum-runners, learn how to make craft cocktails and discover some of the best hidden places to grab a drink in our nation’s capital.This tour is priced for a minimum group size of two travellers. A solo traveller may still book this private experience but will be charged the base rate for two travellers. -
Highlights
- Taste delicious craft cocktails at some of Washington DC’s best bars
- Learn how prohibition shaped DC, and discover the speakeasies and rum-runners who influenced the city’s cocktail culture
- Find the best hidden spots to grab a drink in the Penn Quarter and Chinatown
- Observe the craft cocktail-making process and pick up some tips on how to make your perfect tipple
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Schedule details
- Duration: 2 hours
- Meeting point:
Indiana Plaza, in front of the Temperance Fountain. 678 Indiana Ave NW, Washington, DC 20004.
You must bring government-issued photo ID as proof of age. Passports and/or driver’s licenses are acceptable.
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- Starting time: Various
- Ending point:
Dirty Habit, 555 8th St NW, Washington, DC 20004.
Language: English
Inclusions: Local English-speaking guide, first cocktail, light snacks.
Exclusions: Additional food and drink, bottles of spirits, souvenirs, tips and gratuities for the guide.
Cocktails have been a major part of DC culture since the very beginning — George Washington even owned the largest distillery in the country! Join us as we explore the history of prohibition and cocktails in DC and learn how alcohol helped shape this country.
Your DC cocktail tour will start in Indiana Plaza, the site of the famous Temperance Fountain gifted to DC to show support for Prohibition. From there, we’ll take you to visit three of DC’s best cocktail bars where we’ll sample drinks, meet the people behind the bars, and observe how their craft cocktails are made.
We’ll regale you with tales of DC speakeasies, take you to bars you wouldn’t find on your own, to the penthouse for a breathtaking view of the of the city and everywhere in between.
Along the way, you’ll uncover how cocktails have played a massive part in DC’s history, learn how Prohibition shaped the city, and discover the local distilling movement that's returning. By the time you’re done, you’ll never look at cocktails in quite the same way.
(If you’d prefer to travel as part of a regular group experience, please book our Washington Craft Cocktails Group Tour)
This tour is priced for a minimum group size of two travellers. A solo traveller may still book this private experience but will be charged the base rate for two travellers.
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Additional information
Inclusions: Local English-speaking guide, first cocktail, light snacks.
Exclusions: Additional food and drink, bottles of spirits, souvenirs, tips and gratuities for the guide.
Dress standard: Dress should be appropriate for a night out. Please avoid wearing shorts, baseball hats, t-shirts, or flip-flop (thong) sandals.
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.
Child Policy: Children and adults under the age of 21 are not permitted on the tour.
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Local contact
Office phone number: +1 202 810 1700
Email address: info@washingtondcurbanadventures.com
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