African-American History Tour with Reserved Museum Entry

Highlights

  • Informative commentary about the history of African-American culture

  • Reserved entry to the National Museum of African American History & Culture

  • Stops at major landmarks such as the M.L.K. and Lincoln Memorials

Summary

Explore the rich history of African-American culture in the United States on this half-day excursion. Learn about the first African-Americans who were brought to Jamestown, Virginia and helped contribute to the building of the Nation's Capital. Discover a number of neighborhoods, such as U Street, that were once home to famous African-Americans, such as Frederick Douglass, renowned civil rights activist. Visit key landmarks in downtown D.C. that played important roles in the Civil Rights Movement including the Lincoln Memorial, where MLK gave his famous “I Have a Dream” speech. Conclude your tour at the recently opened National Museum of African American History and Culture with reserved tickets and delve deeper into the story of how African-Americans shaped American history.

Tour info

Duration
3 hours 30 minutes
Group Size
Pricing (From)
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Meeting Point
Dropoff location

Why take this tour?

On this half-day tour of Washington DC, guests learn about African-American culture from the beginning of United States history. Explore important landmarks such as the MLK Memorial, Frederick Douglass National Historic Site, and even the National Museum of African American History and Culture while gaining historical insights from the first landing at Jamestown through the Civil Rights Movement and present day. Due to COVID-19, all Smithsonian institutions are closed.

What’s included?

  • Bottled water

  • Live commentary on board

  • Tour escort/host

  • Air-conditioned vehicle

  • Reserved Entry into the National Museum of African American History and Culture

  • Entry/Admission - National Museum of African American History and Culture

  • Lunch

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

  • Entry/Admission - United States Navy Memorial and Naval Heritage Center

  • Entry/Admission - White House

  • Entry/Admission - African American Civil War Memorial & Museum

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 3h 30m

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Covid Policy

  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

USA Guided Tours

About operator:

USA Guided Tours' sightseeing formula has been designed to provide a comfortable and educational approach to DC discovery. With over ten years in the touring business, our team provides a guided exploration of monuments, memorials and all of the historic landmarks in the National Mall. We are committee to preserving the rich tradition of educating and entertaining our visitors.

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