Georgetown University Self-Guided Trip Itinerary

Nothing is more important than a campus visit so your teen can find the place where they will thrive both  inside the classroom and out. Our itineraries provide you with everything you need for an unforgettable trip so your student leaves with an authentic feel for college life. Admissions tour & info sessions full or unavailable? No problem ~ our student and parent ambassadors share the inside scoop on the best places to Stay, Eat & Explore ~ with direct links to make your reservations and plan an awesome trip in minutes. We’ve done the research so all you need to do is click, click, and GO!

Getting There:

Closest major airport: 

Reagan National Airport	Arlington, VA	10-20 minutes, depending on the traffic
Dulles International Airport	Dulles, VA	30 minutes, depending on the traffic

Nearby colleges:

George Washington University	Washington, DC	8 minutes
American University	Washington, DC	8 minutes
Howard University	Washington, DC	20 minutes
Catholic University	Washington, DC	30 minutes
University of Maryland – College Park	College Park, MD	35 – 40 minutes

Admissions Info Session/Campus Tour Options:

Guided	2-hour tours are held Monday through Friday, occasionally on Saturday. Tour times are 10:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. for weekdays. Saturday tours are at 10 and 11:15 a.m.	Reserve here.
Self Guided	Pick up a map at the Office of Undergraduate Admissions Monday – Friday, between 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. No pre-registration is required.	Print or download this campus map. Or, the virtual walking tour and don’t miss the top campus spots to see below!

Trip Planning Tips:

1. If you are visiting on a weekend or an official tour/info session is unavailable ~ you can still get a great feel for campus life! Register for a self-guided tour and check out our top campus spots below. 
2. Are there students on campus from your local high school or town? Maybe parents can help arrange to meet up for coffee. At first, it may feel awkward to reach out to someone you barely know – but most college students love the opportunity to help someone from their hometown. It’s also great to have the opportunity to ask questions of a student that isn’t an Admissions tour guide.

Directions to campus & parking info:

Georgetown University Office of Undergraduate Admissions

37th Street NW, Washington, DC 20057

Phone: (202) 687-3600

Google Maps: Enter Georgetown University Office of Undergraduate Admissions, 37th Street NW, Washington, DC 20057

Visitor parking: Southwest Garage – 3611 Canal Road NW

See map below:

Once You’re There

Georgetown University Visit Tips:

Where To Stay, Eat and Explore

Hotels:

Georgetown:

• The Georgetown Inn – A historic boutique hotel on Wisconsin Avenue, just a 10-minute walk from campus. 
• The Graham Georgetown – A very nice European boutique-style hotel, near M Street – excellent location, equidistant (about 1 mile) to both Georgetown and GW campuses. 
• The Ritz Carlton Georgetown – If you want to splurge, a wonderful hotel in a great location, close to the spectacular canals and also equidistant to both Georgetown and GW. About a 15-minute walk/1 mile from both campuses.

Restaurant suggestions:

• Farmers Fishers Bakers – open all day serving wonderful farm-inspired fare, from flatbreads to sushi, with outdoor dining along the river. 
• Another lovely cafe in the heart of Georgetown is Leopold’s Kafe, serving terrific European fare like schnitzel and strudel.
• Peacock Cafe – great brunch 
• Call Your Mother Deli – bagels/deli 
• Il Canale – Italian or Martin’s Tavern – American 
• El Centro – student favorite for casual Mexican
• Foxtrot Market – gourmet style convenience store for a quick bite on the go
• For a sweet treat, Georgetown Cupcakes is famous, but all the locals go to Baked & Wired for amazing cupcakes AND coffee!

Things to Do in DC:

• M Street – Enjoy a happening scene and go shopping and experience some great restaurants on M Street in Georgetown.
• National Mall – The National Mall is a 10-minute car ride from campus. Be sure to visit the Lincoln Memorial and the Washington Monument. You can even ride a Capital Bikeshare bike on the National Mall to the Capitol Building. 
• Capitol Building – Tour the Capitol Building and get to see the Rotunda and Statuary Hall. Advance reservations are required. 
• National Zoo – The National Zoo is a 10-minute car ride from campus. Be sure to visit the Giant Panda! Admission is free, but reserved entry passes are required. 
• National Portrait Gallery – Visit the National Portrait Gallery to see famous paintings of presidents and other historical figures. 
• TRIP TIP: All the Smithsonian Museums offer free admission!

CAMPUS VISIT TIPS:

• What to wear? Be comfortable, but not sloppy. Plain/basic well-fitted clothing. Examples include: khaki shorts/pants, skirts, dresses, nice pants, pullovers, crewnecks, and sweaters – the only exception is for an on-campus interview.  In this case, dress up a little more – similar to what you’d wear for a job interview, i.e. business casual or more formal is always appropriate too.
• Initially, many students don’t really know what to ask on a campus tour or at an activities fair, so help them brainstorm a couple questions beforehand. Then parents need to resist the temptation to ask lots of questions – your teen should do it or split up and go on separate tours so parents can ask their questions and compare notes later on.
• A top tip from a college Dad – “Check out the Office of Career Development.” Ask questions and compare services and programs from campus to campus. This office is critical for securing internships & figuring out life after college!
• Implore your teen to text or write a couple notes immediately after each visit. Much of the info sessions and college data will start to sound the same, so a record of their initial thoughts and impressions is important.
  • Campus Feel: Did I like/dislike campus setting and college town?
  • Social: Do I think I could fit in here? Feel comfortable?
  • What makes this school different?
  • Thoughts on dorms? food? classes?
• As the process continues, be prepared for your teen to change his or her mind — that’s part of how they figure out what’s really right for them.

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