Georgetown University Walking Tour - Self-guided GPS Audio Tour around campus
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Places: 27 POIs
Distance: 0.83 mi
Duration: 1h:10m
GPS-guided narration through
Your Smartphone
Tour #407
About this English self-guided 1h:10m walking tour in Washington, DC
Today’s tour will take you on a beautiful and informative walk around Georgetown University.
The tour will begin at the entrance to the University which is at the corner of 37th Street Northwest and O Street Northwest in Washington, DC. Please meet there, at the crosswalk near the Capital Bikeshare.
- 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.
- 3Need to detour or skip a stop along the way? Tap Tour Assistant (
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) to use Force Play, Skip, and Back, for full flexibility.
) to use Force Play, Skip, and Back, for full flexibility.
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Places (POIs) visited during this tour
Place #1
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Recommended Starting Point
Distance: 0.00mi
, Attraction : Starting point
37th & O St NW / Georgetown University, Washington, DC 20007, USA
Let's Begin
Welcome to Georgetown, the nation’s oldest Catholic and Jesuit University. Today Georgetown is a progressive, diverse community committed to social justice with a holistic approach to education.
This tour will help you get to know this beautiful campus nestled right here in the heart of Washington, DC.
Before we begin, let me briefly explain how UC Places works.
It uses your location to play audio automatically, at the right time and place.
Every time you reach a POI, I will automatically narrate that location. If you can see on the map that you're in the right spot but the audio isn't playing, give it a few seconds. Usually the gps will find you. If it doesn’t, you can always play the audio automatically, and if you wish to replay the audio for any POI, simply use the audio control buttons on the screen bottom.
When you are ready, head in through the gates and meet me at the statue that is straight ahead of you.
This tour will help you get to know this beautiful campus nestled right here in the heart of Washington, DC.
Before we begin, let me briefly explain how UC Places works.
It uses your location to play audio automatically, at the right time and place.
Every time you reach a POI, I will automatically narrate that location. If you can see on the map that you're in the right spot but the audio isn't playing, give it a few seconds. Usually the gps will find you. If it doesn’t, you can always play the audio automatically, and if you wish to replay the audio for any POI, simply use the audio control buttons on the screen bottom.
When you are ready, head in through the gates and meet me at the statue that is straight ahead of you.
Place #2
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Distance: 0.02mi
, Attraction : Statue
Copley Hall, Washington, DC 20007, USA
John Carroll Statue
So who is the founder of Georgetown University? It’s this guy! Archbishop John Carroll. George Washington actually gave John Carroll a grant for him to open Georgetown University, which by the way, is the first Catholic University in the United States.
See the huge clock tower to your left? That’s Healy Hall. Go ahead and meet me right in front of that tower.
See the huge clock tower to your left? That’s Healy Hall. Go ahead and meet me right in front of that tower.
Tour itinerary stops | Additional places you'll see on this self-guided tour
Place 1
Let's Begin
Place 2
John Carroll Statue
Place 3
Healy Hall
Place 4
Lauinger Library
Place 5
Village A
Place 6
New South Building
Place 7
Healey Family Center
Place 8
donovan hall
Place 9
Village C West
Place 10
Village C East
Place 11
Directions
Place 12
Dahlgren Chapel
Place 13
Old North
Place 14
Tunnel
Place 15
Harbin Hall
Place 16
Royden B. Davis Performing Arts Center
Place 17
Directions
Place 18
Copley Hall
Place 19
White-Gravenor Hall
Place 20
Intercultural Center
Place 21
Reiss Science Building
Place 22
Pedro Arrupe S.J. Hall
Place 23
Leavy Center
Place 24
Regents Hall
Place 25
Directions
Place 26
Copper Field
Place 27
Rafik B. Hariri Building
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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 1.5 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 27 stops, covering top attractions such as Let's Begin, John Carroll Statue, Healy Hall, Lauinger Library, Village A.
+ Where does the tour start?
The tour starts at Let's Begin (Address: 37th & O St NW / Georgetown University, Washington, DC 20007, 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!