U Street: Food, History, and Street Art Tour

Meet your guide in the heart of historic U Street. After greetings and introductions, whet your appetite with a chili tasting at Ben's Next Door, directly across from the U Street Metro.

Continue on a walking tour of U Street and Shaw, two historic neighborhoods that were once the heart of black culture in America. Pass by famous landmarks and murals, many of which are unmarked or hard to find without the knowledge of a guide.

As you learn about the impact of U Street’s music, art, and architecture, stop at a variety of local-approved eateries to taste chili dogs, Ethiopian entrees, Jamaican tea, and more.

Your tour ends in Shaw, home of the famous Howard Theater. Leave with the knowledge that a portion of your ticket price goes to help the area's residents in need.

• Sample a variety of dishes from establishments loved by locals
• Local guide points out landmarks and murals you may not spot on your own
• Portion of the ticket price goes to residents in need

Take a walk through history on this food tour of DC’s U Street, formerly known as Black Broadway. Avoid the hassle of navigating on your own and instead follow a guide through historic neighborhoods once frequented by Ella Fitzgerald and Louis Armstrong. Going with a guide ensures you visit hard-to-spot landmarks and murals, as well as cafes and restaurants loved by locals.

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Transportation is wheelchair accessible
Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers