Washington, D.C., is home to 174 embassies. The largest concentration of embassies can be found along Massachusetts Avenue, nicknamed "Embassy Row." Walking along Embassy Row, it's hard not to be enamored by the ornate architecture and visibly rich culture. Lavishly decorated, the interior can be described as even more impressing than the street view. If you are interested in admiring the history and beauty of the Washington, D.C., embassies, you can request a tour.
Call the embassy directory at 202-555-1212 to set up a guided tour. This number will provide you with a full listing of embassies and the appropriate contact information to set up the tour of your choosing. If a tour cannot be scheduled for a specific embassy, this number will also provide you with that information. A complete online directory can also be found at Embassy.org. (See Resources)
Go "embassy hopping" during one of Cultural Tourism DC's most highly acclaimed events. Each year, usually in May, Cultural Tourism DC organizes a program called Passport DC, which allows visitors to tour 30+ embassies that are open to the public free of charge. For more information visit its website. (See Resources)
Admire the outer beauty with a guided walking tour. Don't care about going inside? No problem. Washington, D.C., has a number of free or inexpensive walking tours that can be great for the budget traveler. Look for specific tours of Embassy Row if that is where you'd like to maintain your focus. (See Resources)
