Washington DC Distilleries Walking Tour (Self-guided GPS Audio Tour) - Pub crawls & Cocktail Bars
Places: 17 POIs
Distance: 1.3 mi
Duration: 1h:00m
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About this English self-guided 1h:00m walking tour in Washington, DC
The best way to take this tour is with a group of friends on either Friday night, or Saturday and Sunday after 12:00 noon because that’s when you get the most free booze and drinking is best done with friends.
That’s right. Most of the distilleries in this tour offer free tastings of their spirits on the weekend.
I have personally taken this tour, with friends, and we had a TON of free tastings so I know what I’m talking about.
- 1For the best experience, begin at the tour's recommended starting point and follow the stops in order.
- 2Want to start somewhere else? Simply use Start At on the tour screen, before tapping Start Tour, to begin from any stop.
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Place #1
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Recommended Starting Point
Distance: 0.03mi
, Attraction : Axe throwing studio
1840 Fenwick St NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
Kick Axe Throwing
So, Kick Axe Throwing of Washington DC is a great place to begin a distillery tour, but not a great place to end one. Drunken axe throwing is not advised on this tour. The throwing studio is located at 1401 Okie Street, suite 102.
If you ever wanted to learn how to throw an axe, the Kick Axe Throwing Axe Pros can teach you the basics in about 10 minutes and then let you safely compete in some fun games against your friends.
It’s a great place to hang out and even offers food while you throw your axe and drinks for after. Give it a try! Then come back out here and head west toward Fenwick Street. Have fun!
If you ever wanted to learn how to throw an axe, the Kick Axe Throwing Axe Pros can teach you the basics in about 10 minutes and then let you safely compete in some fun games against your friends.
It’s a great place to hang out and even offers food while you throw your axe and drinks for after. Give it a try! Then come back out here and head west toward Fenwick Street. Have fun!
Place #2
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Distance: 0.10mi
, Attraction : Distillery and cocktail bar
1369 New York Ave NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
Republic Restoratives Distillery and Craft Cocktail Bar
Yay! Our first distillery stop! Republic Restoratives Distillery and Craft Cocktail Bar is the largest crowd-funded, female-owned distillery in U.S. history? So there ya go. Childhood friends, Pia Carusone and Rachel Gardner left their political careers and started an Indiegogo campaign in order to raise money for their fledgling distillery. This fundraising effort allowed them to open their doors in May of 2016, on Kentucky Derby Day, which seems fitting. Call me crazy, but I bet mint juleps were on the menu that day.
And it’s possible they used their signature rye whiskey in those juleps: the controversial Rodham Rye, which they say is a tribute to all the women whose shoulders they stood on to get where they are.
Besides their rye, Republic Restoratives offers a small-batch bourbon, apple brandy and vodka variety. They also provide recipes along with step-by-step instructions on their website: republicrestoratives.com. So, if you’re a fan of muddling, then stock up on some bitters, grab a bottle or two of their signature spirits, and start tending bar! Well, your own bar. I’m thinking they won’t just let you start tending theirs. But they will allow you to sit and have a cocktail in their Ivy Room: airy and trendy with large garage doors that open all the way up on nice days.
Tours are offered on Saturdays and Sundays on a first-come, first-served basis, and are limited to 25 guests. Check the calendar on the Republic Restoratives website under “visit us” before arriving, since tours can be canceled for private events. It pays to do a bit of research first before you and your closest 25 friends just decide to show up. You can arrange a private tour outside of their standard times, however. So if you’re interested in scheduling say, your next family reunion, which may be a good idea to drink heavily when interacting with family members (just saying). Just be sure and register beforehand on their website.
Our next stop is a really fun one. But I need to warn you about something. You have to walk past a seafood warehouse to get to it and the smell is… how do I put it… a little bit fishy. Ok a lot fishy. But it is worth it! New Columbia Distillers/Green Hat Gin has free tastings and their gin is amazing. So when you are ready, plug your nose and head south on Fenwick St away from New York Ave and toward the fishy smell. Our destination is just past Gallaudet St on your right.
And it’s possible they used their signature rye whiskey in those juleps: the controversial Rodham Rye, which they say is a tribute to all the women whose shoulders they stood on to get where they are.
Besides their rye, Republic Restoratives offers a small-batch bourbon, apple brandy and vodka variety. They also provide recipes along with step-by-step instructions on their website: republicrestoratives.com. So, if you’re a fan of muddling, then stock up on some bitters, grab a bottle or two of their signature spirits, and start tending bar! Well, your own bar. I’m thinking they won’t just let you start tending theirs. But they will allow you to sit and have a cocktail in their Ivy Room: airy and trendy with large garage doors that open all the way up on nice days.
Tours are offered on Saturdays and Sundays on a first-come, first-served basis, and are limited to 25 guests. Check the calendar on the Republic Restoratives website under “visit us” before arriving, since tours can be canceled for private events. It pays to do a bit of research first before you and your closest 25 friends just decide to show up. You can arrange a private tour outside of their standard times, however. So if you’re interested in scheduling say, your next family reunion, which may be a good idea to drink heavily when interacting with family members (just saying). Just be sure and register beforehand on their website.
Our next stop is a really fun one. But I need to warn you about something. You have to walk past a seafood warehouse to get to it and the smell is… how do I put it… a little bit fishy. Ok a lot fishy. But it is worth it! New Columbia Distillers/Green Hat Gin has free tastings and their gin is amazing. So when you are ready, plug your nose and head south on Fenwick St away from New York Ave and toward the fishy smell. Our destination is just past Gallaudet St on your right.
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Tour itinerary stops | Additional places you'll see on this self-guided tour
Place 1
Kick Axe Throwing
Place 2
Republic Restoratives Distillery and Craft Cocktail Bar
Place 3
New Columbia Distillers/Green Hat Gin
Place 4
Don Ciccio & Figli
Place 5
One Eight Distilling
Place 6
Directions
Place 7
Humane Rescue Alliance
Place 8
Directions
Place 9
Directions
Place 10
Directions
Place 11
Gallaudet University
Place 12
Gallaudet University Football
Place 13
Angelika Pop Up theater at Union Market
Place 14
Directions
Place 15
Union Market
Place 16
Directions
Place 17
Cotton & Reed
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Have any questions about this tour? Or a general travel / self-guided tours question? That's completely natural
+ How long does this tour take?
Most travelers complete this tour in approximately 1 to 1 hours, depending on pace, time spent at each stop, and optional detours. Having said that, please remember that self-guided tours are extremly flexible (you can start, pause, continue anytime) and everyone has their own pace.
+ What does this tour include?
This self-guided walking tour includes 17 stops, covering top attractions such as Kick Axe Throwing, Republic Restoratives Distillery and Craft Cocktail Bar, New Columbia Distillers/Green Hat Gin, Don Ciccio & Figli, One Eight Distilling.
+ Where does the tour start?
The tour starts at Kick Axe Throwing (Address: 1840 Fenwick St NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA). You can begin the tour there or join from any stop along the route.
+ What type of tour is this?
This is a self-guided walking tour designed to be completed on foot through walkable areas and city highlights.
+ Can I do this tour at my own pace?
Yes, this is a self-guided walking tour, so you can start anytime and explore at your own pace. You can pause, skip stops, or spend more time at places that interest you. You can even split it into multiple days. Explore however feels right for you.
+ Is this a walkable tour?
Yes, this tour is fully walkable and designed to follow a comfortable route through pedestrian-friendly areas.
+ Do I need anything in order to take the tour?
There is one thing that you need - A mobile phone (with the UCPlaces app installed and active location services, and a cellular data plan with a decent signal for downloading the tour) and comfortable walking shoes! But here are some recommendations for a great experience: 1. Make sure your phone is fully charged and bring a mobile charger/battery. 2. Bring earphones for the best experience. 3. Bring a bottle of water and dress appropriately according to the weather forecast.
+ How will I navigate from point to point during the tour?
The tour uses GPS-based navigation through the UCPlaces app, with automatic audio playback and step-by-step directions between stops. Just follow the route (cross streets carefully using crosswalks) and listen to the audio guide. Use the resume feature to continue the from where you recently stopped (or closed the app). Easily skip or go back to stops.
+ Is this tour suitable for families or groups?
Yes, self-guided tours are ideal for families and small groups, allowing everyone to explore comfortably without being tied to a fixed schedule.
+ What makes a self-guided tour better than a guided tour?
Self-guided tours are more flexible, affordable, and personalized. You can avoid crowds, choose your pace, and focus on the stops that interest you most.
+ I installed the app and it's now asking for GPS and media access permissions, why?
The app is your tour-guide, it needs to know where you are located on the map to be able to trigger the points of interest. It also needs access to audio and media files to provide you with this experience.
+ What happens if there are unexpected roadblocks or navigation issues?
We have been working hard to deliver a great experience. Though you may run into unexpected obstacles (the world is constantly changing), our app has multiple features and mechanisms in place to help you overcome them, including: AI assistance, force play an audio if you can't reach the stop, skip or return to stops, automatic rerouting and more.
+ Can I take the tour in my language?
Though all of our tours are primarily in English, many tours are muyltilingual (including: Spanish, German, Portuguese, French, Japanese, Hebrew, French, Arabic and more...). The tour language options depend on the specific tour - You can easily check which languages are available in the tour screen!