African American History and Culture Tour
duration: 3.5 Hours
cancellation_summary: Free Cancellation up to 24 Hours in Advance
meeting_point: 701 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20004
max_age: 99
group_size: 30
description: Often at the epicenter of the activism surrounding civil and black rights in America, the country’s capital holds the key to some of history’s most captivating moments.
From the most famous to lesser-known but equally significant sites, your tour guide will paint a picture of the city from the African American perspective.
You’ll be picked up at the U.S. Navy Memorial with stops at momentous monuments such as the Emancipation Statue, Howard Theatre, and vibrant black communities.
Feel the weight of the world on your shoulders as you stand where Martin Luther King did when he roused audiences with his legendary ‘I have a dream,’ address.
One of the most comprehensive African American history tours in Washington DC, you’ll also get tickets included to the National Museum of African American History and Culture. Here, the tour ends so that you can explore the absorbing artifacts and exhibits at your leisure.
what_is_included: + Entry into the National Museum of African American History and Culture
+ Washington DC sightseeing bus tour
+ Climate-controlled luxury tour buses
+ Guided walks with expert tour guides and live narration
+ Bottled water on buses
what_is_not_included: – Lunch
– Gratuities
– Hotel pickup and drop-off
itinerary: + US Navy Memorial (Start)
+ White House (outside only)
+ Black Lives Matter Plaza
+ Lincoln Memorial
+ Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial
+ Lincoln Park
+ Mary McLeod Bethune Legacy Statue
+ African American Civil War Memorial
+ National Museum of African American History and Culture (End)
check_in_details: Please arrive 15 - 20 minutes before your departure time for a timely check in process.
what_to_bring: Comfortable shoes and clothes.
restrictions: While there will be some walking involved in the tour, your comfort is one of our top priorities. If you prefer, you are able to remain on the bus while sightseeing, as we do not require all guests to get off at every stop.
disclaimers: Wheelchair & baby strollers accommodation:
We strive to make our tours accessible and enjoyable for everyone. Our small-capacity tour buses can accommodate foldable wheelchairs and foldable baby strollers. However, if you or a member of your party uses a full-size wheelchair that requires a ramp, we kindly ask you to contact us directly. We're more than happy to make arrangements to accommodate your mobility needs.
Operational Dates: 7 days a week, rain or shine
Blackout Days:
Jan 1 New Year’s Day – All Tours Closed
Jan 20 March for Life – Day Tours Closed
Mar 18 Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon – Day Tours Closed
Apr 2 Cherry Blossom Ten Miler – Day Tours Closed
Apr 15 National Cherry Blossom Parade® – Day Tours Closed
May 7 National Women’s Half Marathon – Day Tours Closed
May 28 AMVETS’ “Rolling to Remember” – Day Tours Closed
May 29 Memorial Day – All Tours Closed
July 4 Independence Day – All Tours Closed
Aug 28 The Commitment March – Day Tours Closed
Oct 8 Army Ten Miler – Day Tours Closed
Oct 29 Marine Corps Marathon – Day Tours Closed
Oct 31 Halloween – Night Tours Closed
Nov 23 Thanksgiving Day – All Tours Closed
Dec 24 Christmas Eve – Night Tours Closed
Dec 25 Christmas Day – All Tours Closed
Dec 31 New Year’s Eve – All Tours Closed
Hotel pick-ups and drop-offs are not provided
Parking:
Although there is no dedicated parking for our tours, many parking garages are nearby, along with street parking.
Colonial Parking - 601 Pennsylvania Avenue NW
S&P Parking - 625 Indiana Avenue NW
LAZ Parking - 601 E St NW
Colonial Parking - 555 11th St NW
Important Note: If you are on a night tour, DO NOT park at the garage directly below the Navy Memorial Plaza. Some garages (including the one at the address we depart from) close before our tour returns at 10:30 pm. Please pay attention to hours before entering.
Overview
duration: 3.5 Hours cancellation_summary: Free Cancellation up to 24 Hours in Advance meeting_point: 701 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20004 max_age: 99 group_size: 30 description: Often at the epicenter of the activism surrounding civil and black rights in America, the country’s capital holds the key to some of history’s most captivating moments. From the most famous to lesser-known but equally significant sites, your tour guide will paint a picture of the city from the African American perspective. You’ll be picked up at the U.S. Navy Memorial with stops at momentous monuments such as the Emancipation Statue, Howard Theatre, and vibrant black communities. Feel the weight of the world on your shoulders as you stand where Martin Luther King did when he roused audiences with his legendary ‘I have a dream,’ address. One of the most comprehensive African American history tours in Washington DC, you’ll also get tickets included to the National Museum of African American History and Culture. Here, the tour ends so that you can explore the absorbing artifacts and exhibits at your leisure. what_is_included: + Entry into the National Museum of African American History and Culture + Washington DC sightseeing bus tour + Climate-controlled luxury tour buses + Guided walks with expert tour guides and live narration + Bottled water on buses what_is_not_included: – Lunch – Gratuities – Hotel pickup and drop-off itinerary: + US Navy Memorial (Start) + White House (outside only) + Black Lives Matter Plaza + Lincoln Memorial + Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial + Lincoln Park + Mary McLeod Bethune Legacy Statue + African American Civil War Memorial + National Museum of African American History and Culture (End) check_in_details: Please arrive 15 - 20 minutes before your departure time for a timely check in process. what_to_bring: Comfortable shoes and clothes. restrictions: While there will be some walking involved in the tour, your comfort is one of our top priorities. If you prefer, you are able to remain on the bus while sightseeing, as we do not require all guests to get off at every stop. disclaimers: Wheelchair & baby strollers accommodation: We strive to make our tours accessible and enjoyable for everyone. Our small-capacity tour buses can accommodate foldable wheelchairs and foldable baby strollers. However, if you or a member of your party uses a full-size wheelchair that requires a ramp, we kindly ask you to contact us directly. We're more than happy to make arrangements to accommodate your mobility needs. Operational Dates: 7 days a week, rain or shine Blackout Days: Jan 1 New Year’s Day – All Tours Closed Jan 20 March for Life – Day Tours Closed Mar 18 Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon – Day Tours Closed Apr 2 Cherry Blossom Ten Miler – Day Tours Closed Apr 15 National Cherry Blossom Parade® – Day Tours Closed May 7 National Women’s Half Marathon – Day Tours Closed May 28 AMVETS’ “Rolling to Remember” – Day Tours Closed May 29 Memorial Day – All Tours Closed July 4 Independence Day – All Tours Closed Aug 28 The Commitment March – Day Tours Closed Oct 8 Army Ten Miler – Day Tours Closed Oct 29 Marine Corps Marathon – Day Tours Closed Oct 31 Halloween – Night Tours Closed Nov 23 Thanksgiving Day – All Tours Closed Dec 24 Christmas Eve – Night Tours Closed Dec 25 Christmas Day – All Tours Closed Dec 31 New Year’s Eve – All Tours Closed Hotel pick-ups and drop-offs are not providedParking: Although there is no dedicated parking for our tours, many parking garages are nearby, along with street parking. Colonial Parking - 601 Pennsylvania Avenue NW S&P Parking - 625 Indiana Avenue NW LAZ Parking - 601 E St NW Colonial Parking - 555 11th St NW Important Note: If you are on a night tour, DO NOT park at the garage directly below the Navy Memorial Plaza. Some garages (including the one at the address we depart from) close before our tour returns at 10:30 pm. Please pay attention to hours before entering.
Location
The tour starts at US Navy Memorial Plaza under the flags to the west of the fountains. Please note: The entire block has the address 701 Pennsylvania Ave NW. Uber drivers and GPS often bring people to the building on the edge of the plaza on D St SW. We check-in guests in the plaza across from the escalator entrance to the Archives Metro Station. If you find yourself at an office building called Market Square, please circle the block to find us in the plaza on the other side of the building.
Address
701 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20004, USA
Cancellation Policy
A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 48 hours before the activity start time.
No refund is possible if you cancel less than 48 hours before the activity start time.
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