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Guided African American History Tour with Museum Entry

From$91
3 hours
Washington DC, USA

About this activity

Explore African American history in Washington, D.C. with a guided tour and reserved museum entry.

Highlights

  • Reserved entry to the National Museum of African American History and Culture
  • Guided tour of significant African American landmarks in Washington, D.C.
  • Transportation between tour sites

Full description

Delve into the rich tapestry of African American history with this immersive guided tour in Washington, D.C. Your journey begins with reserved entry to the National Museum of African American History and Culture, where you'll explore exhibits that chronicle the experiences, achievements, and contributions of African Americans throughout history. Afterward, embark on a guided tour of significant landmarks, including the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial and the Lincoln Memorial, each offering profound insights into the struggles and triumphs that have shaped the nation's history. Comfortable transportation ensures a seamless experience as you connect with the past and gain a deeper understanding of the African American journey.

Included / Excluded

  • Reserved entry to the National Museum of African American History and Culture
  • Guided tour of significant African American landmarks in Washington, D.C.
  • Transportation between tour sites
  • Meals and beverages

Itinerary

1

Guided Stop (outside only)

Duration: 20 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
2

Pass by: Drive-by

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
3

Pass by: Drive-by

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
4

Guided Stop: Emancipation Memorial Mary McLeod Bethune Statue

Duration: 20 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
5

Guided Stop: White House (outside only) Black Lives Matter Plaza

Duration: 20 minAdmission: NO
6

Guided Tour (outside only)

Duration: 20 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
7

Pass by: Drive-by

Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
8

Guided Stop

Duration: 20 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
9

Guided Stop

Duration: 20 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
10

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.

Duration: 1 hourAdmission: YES

Meeting point

Start Location

US Navy Memorial Plaza, Pennsylvania Avenue Northwest, Washington, DC, USA

Important information

Know before you book

  • The tour operates rain or shine; please dress accordingly.
  • Photography is permitted in most areas; however, some exhibits may have restrictions.
  • Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled departure time.

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes as the tour involves walking between sites.
  • Bring a bottle of water to stay hydrated during the tour.
  • Check the weather forecast and dress appropriately for the day's conditions.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

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

Accessibility

  • Stroller Accessible
  • Service Animals Allowed
  • Easy Public Transport
  • Infants Required On Laps

Good to know

  • 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.

Traveler reviews

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Excellent tour

What an excellent tour. The guide was phenomenal and extremely knowledgeable about the history of DC. Would definitely recommend.

Janelle_JApr 11, 2026VIATOR

Amazing!!!!! Our guide...

Amazing!!!!! Our guide was so knowledgeable! Would do this again and again and again! Recommending this to all my friends

Asia_JApr 10, 2026VIATOR

Second time was just as good as the first...

This was our second tour with this company. The first tour was a couple of years ago and it was sooo good we booked it for this visit. The stops were a little different and it felt customized for our group. The next time I'm visiting DC I will do the tour a third time : ) Our tour guide, Dre was EXCELLENT! He was very informative and responsive to our needs. He has an eye for photo opps and took AMAZING photos of our group.

Nichelle_JMar 27, 2026VIATOR

African American Tour

Highly recommended African American tour. Tour guide was very knowledgeable. Very nice trip. Tour is much better than driving or walking.

Sharon_MMar 25, 2026VIATOR

Amazing experience & highly recommend this guide of Washington DC reflecting American History and Our collective history

ELVIS was an amazing guide! He was so knowledgeable and thoughtful to cater the guide to the interest and age groups from kids to seniors. He engaged my family in a dynamic experience through Washington DC and the insights about the city and our american history through the lens of black america was something I’ll never forgot. Praise to Gary our driver who also enriched our experience! This was top notch all the way!

KamilahKeith_TDec 27, 2025VIATOR

Additional information

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.
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