Sips from the Past - Original Speakeasy Experience
Overview
A bold blend of history and indulgence—our cocktails and bites channel the glamour, rebellion, and rich flavors of the Prohibition era with a modern twist on timeless classics. Learn the history of the original speakeasy, while sipping on a handcrafted cocktail, and seeing the country's oldest electric elevator in action.
What's Included
- Dinner One curated small plate to pair with your cocktail (additional menu offerings available for an upgrade)
- Alcoholic beverages One historic handcrafted cocktail (with zero-proof options available), inspired by original 1920s recipes
Meeting Location
918 F Street Northwest
Washington, DC 20004, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Step beyond the city street and descend into a secret world hidden beneath the cobblestones. This immersive speakeasy experience transports guests back to the roaring 1920s—a time of jazz, bootleggers, and whispered passwords. Located in a once-forgotten underground space, this reawakened speakeasy was originally a covert gathering spot during Prohibition, and has now been meticulously restored with vintage décor, candlelit corners, and the echoes of a time gone by.
Whether you're a history lover or cocktail connoisseur, this hidden gem invites you to sip, sway, and step into D.C.’s underground past.
What to Expect
A guided introduction to the speakeasy’s history—true tales of raids, resistance, and revelry
One handcrafted cocktail (with zero-proof available) and paired small plate, inspired by original 1920s recipes
Roaring '20s ambiance with jazz-era soundscapes and furnishings
Optional upgrades for additional cocktails and curated small bites
Highlights
-Reawakened speakeasy in a real Prohibition-era hideout
-Interactive storytelling and immersive ambiance—no costumes required, but encouraged!
-Intimate setting—limited guests per night for an exclusive experience
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Are zero proof options available? Yes.
- Are full dinner menu options available onsite? Yes.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
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Activity code: C-5595491P1
Reviews
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