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Private African American History Tour with Reserved Museum Entry

4.7 (1,186 reviews) 4 hours Free cancellation Private tour
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Private African American History Tour with Reserved Museum Entry

About this activity

Go back in time to some of the most iconic moments from the civil rights movement with this fascinating African American history tour of Washington DC

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 DC, you’ll also get tickets included to the National Museum of African American History and Culture, where the the tour ends.

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At a glance

Duration
4 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–15
Guide
English
Operated by
USA Guided Tours

Ages: Children (3–11 years) · Adults (12–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Bottled water
  • Included: Live commentary on board by a local tour guide
  • Included: Complimentary Reservation into the National Museum of African American History and Culture
  • Included: Live tour guide - on and off the bus

Not included

  • Not included: Lunch
  • Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off

Itinerary

  1. United States Navy Memorial and Naval Heritage Center

    20 min

    Guided Stop (outside only)

  2. African American Civil War Memorial Museum

    20 min

    Guided Tour (outside only)

  3. Ben's Chili Bowl Mural

    15 min

    guided stop

  4. U.S. Capitol

    15 min Admission not included

    guided stop at U.S. Capitol Building (outside only)

  5. Lincoln Memorial

    20 min

    Guided Stop

  6. National Museum of African American History and Culture

    one hour Admission included

    We conclude our city tour at the museum with a complimentary reservation for entry. Guests are welcome to explore the museum independently for the rest of the day. Please be aware that museum availability is subject to change, and contact the Smithsonian directly with any questions.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • US Navy Memorial Plaza

End point

Using your ticket

Tour departure: U.S. Navy Memorial: 701 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington, DC 20004. Tour departs promptly at 10:00 am

Tour duration: 4 hours

Please arrive 15 - 20 minutes before the tour's departure time for a timely check-in.

The sitting is assigned on a first-come, first-served basis.

Comfortable shoes are recommended.

The tour ends at the National Museum of African American History and Culture

1400 Constitution Ave NW, Washington, DC 20560

Purchase of this tour includes free timed-entry passes to the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture. However, this is not an official Smithsonian tour. Customers booking this tour are paying for this company’s services and perspective, which is independent of and may not represent the views of the Smithsonian.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%
  • The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
  • The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Service animals allowed

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark

  • The seats are assigned on the first come, first served basis

  • Please arrive at least 20 minutes before your scheduled departure time to ensure a timely check in

  • No food allowed on buses (snacks are fine!)

  • Please Note: Purchase of this tour includes free timed-entry passes to the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture. However, this is not an official Smithsonian tour. Additionally, entry to the property is provided complimentary only after completing the sightseeing history tour. Customers booking this tour are paying for this company’s services and perspective, which is independent of and may not represent the views of the Smithsonian.

  • Additionally, we do our best to provide entry to the Smithsonian but it is not guaranteed. The Smithsonian National Museum of African American History & Culture is a public institution and we do not factor entry passes into our ticket price. We have no special reservation agreement with them and simply access their public portal on Recreation.gov for tickets. Guests may still experience wait times upon arrival to enter the museum and are required to follow the museum's guidelines for entry at their allotted entry time.

Options

  • Private Group Tour with SUV

    Private Experience: Enjoy a reserved vehicle for your group and a dedicated tour guide. Includes pick-up and drop-off at most local hotels!

  • Private Group Tour with Van

Traveller ratings

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