10K Robert F Kennedy 100th Birthday Walking Tour (Washington DC)
Join FreeWalkers in celebrating the birthday of a man who walked 50 miles for his country. Visit his grave, workplace and lots of DC.
Date and time
Location
Farragut Square
17th and K Streets Washington, DC 20006Good to know
Highlights
- 2 hours, 30 minutes
- In person
Refund Policy
About this event
Join FreeWalkers in celebrating the birthday of a man who walked 50 miles for his country. Visit his grave, workplace and all of the highlights of central DC.
Start: Farragut Square
Finish: Arlington Cemetery
Distance: 6.2mi
Where to find us: Near 17th and K Sts
Optional endpoints: You may continue to walk with the group beyond the 10K
Mini: 10K tour
Terrain: paved
Transit: Metro to Farragut Square from Union Station
Return: Metro from Arlington to Farragut or elsewhere
Parking: Many options including Colonial Parking on K Street between 17th and 18th
Difficulty: Beginner
Category: history, urban
Coordinator: Charles Updike
Remember and celebrate the legacy of Bobby Kennedy with an event that is perfect for walking enthusiasts ready to dip their toes into the FreeWalkers experience! Start at bustling Farragut Square—conveniently located near multiple Metro stops with Farragut North on the Red Line and Farragut West on the Blue, Orange, and Silver Lines—and embark on a guided historical tour through the heart of Washington. This approximately 6-mile journey concludes at Arlington National Cemetery, where you can pay respects to Robert Kennedy himself and countless other American heroes. When you're ready to return, simply hop on the Metro for an easy ride back to Farragut Square or your destination of choice.
Highlights:
Department of Justice
White House
Capitol
Washington Monument
Lincoln Memorial
MLK Memorial
Tidal Basin
Arlington Cemetery
Partners:
The East Coast Greenway Alliance is a non-profit organization developing a public multi-use 3,000 mile trail from Canada to Key West through New Jersey and New York. Donations and memberships help make this dream trail a reality.
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Frequently asked questions
Fluids(32 to 64 ounces), snacks or a small meal are recommended for most events. Some walks have planned stops for provisions. Depending on weather and route, you may consider a hat, sunscreen, extra socks, rain poncho, umbrella, insect repellent, first aid or foot care.
FreeWalkers mostly works with the weather the day provides, but occasionally an event will be rescheduled or cancelled if there is the expectation of substantial rainfall or dangerous conditions. Registrants will always be emailed of such changes. If no notice is provided, the walk is a go!
FreeWalkers are free to walk as much of the route as they choose. There are often optional endpoints where transit is available. Uber and other options can be considered. If you do leave the walk, it is best to let the walk coordinator know, so the group does not wait or look for you.
Most FreeWalks start and/or end at mass transit points for ease of access and return. If driving to the event, you often may park at the start and return, or park at the end and ride to the start. Check the event description for details.
Generally, yes, but pets and children may be less able to tolerate a longer distance. Walks that include indoor segments will require walkers with pets to wait outside, of course.
No need. You will be checked in at the event by providing your name.