African American History Tour with Museum Admission | La Vacanza Travel

African American History Tour with Museum Admission

Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes
Destination: United States, District of Columbia, Washington DC
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  • 3 hours 30 minutes
  • Washington DC
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

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.

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: United States Navy Memorial and Naval Heritage Center, 701 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington DC, DC 20004-2608

Guided Stop (outside only)


Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: White House, 1600 Pennsylvania Ave, Washington DC, DC 20500

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


Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: 2 Lincoln Memorial Cir NW, Washington DC, DC 20002

Guided Stop

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial, 1850 West Basin Drive SW Near West Basin Drive SW & Independence Ave. SW, Washington DC, DC 20024

Guided Stop

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Lincoln Park, East Capitol and 11th St, Washington DC, DC 20003

Guided Stop:
Emancipation Memorial
Mary McLeod Bethune Statue

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: African American Civil War Memorial Museum, 1925 Vermont Ave NW, Washington DC, DC 20001-4125

Guided Tour (outside only)

Duration: 20 minutes

Pass By: Washington Monument, 2 15th St. NW, Washington DC, DC 20560

Drive-by

Pass By: Bureau Of Engraving And Printing, 300 14th St SW, Washington DC, DC 20250

Drive-by

Pass By: Jefferson Memorial, 701 E Basin Dr SW At the south shore of the Tidal Basin, Washington DC, DC 20242

Drive-by

Pass By: FBI Headquarters, 935 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington DC, DC 20535-0001

Drive-by

Pass By: Howard University, 2400 6th St NW, Washington DC, DC 20059-0002

Drive-by

Pass By: U.S. Capitol, East Capitol St NE & First St SE, Washington DC, DC 20004

Drive-by

Pass By: Freedom Plaza, 1455 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington DC, DC 20004-1008

Drive-by

Stop At: National Museum of African American History and Culture, 1400 Constitution Ave NW, Washington DC, DC 20560-0007

In conclusion, you will visit the National Museum of African American History and Culture with reserved access. Inside, you will find thousands of artifacts that are chronologically organized for a progressive and user-friendly experience.

Duration: 1 hour

Inclusions
  • Bottled water
  • Live commentary on board by a local tour guide
  • Live tour guide - on and off the bus
  • 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

Exclusions
  • Lunch
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • 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
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Most travelers can participate
  • 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.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 55 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Departure Point

701 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20004, USA


Departure Time

10:00 AM


Return Details

National Museum of African American History and Culture, 1400 Constitution Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20560, USA

Voucher info

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Duration

3 hours 30 minutes


User's Reviews

monique_s

26 Apr, 2024

I learned more about African American History in 3 hours than I have in my entire lifetime! The abundance of my ancestors struggles and victories is hard to believe. Born in Iowa makes me aware of how much of history that was never told. I'm going back to tell the True Story 👍

Keyneica_J

26 Apr, 2024

Sooo glad we chose this specific tour. Our guide, Dre, was absolutely AMAZING. He is a walking encyclopedia explaining the history from memory. He needs a raise! I know we would not have gotten this education on any other tour, since African American history is usually so overlooked and under valued. This tour is highly recommended for children to educate them early. I am still trying to process everything from the AA History Museum (which was self guided at the end of our tour). Very emotional experience. We were there 3.5 hours and still didn’t see everything as I needed an emotional break as it was very intense (tears, joy, laughter, pride..). Our driver was safe, great, friendly and entertaining! The driver made sure we were able to cross the street safely at tour stops and told some great funny stories.

Ericka_M

21 Apr, 2024

The Tour was great! Dre’ was awesome very smart and knowledgeable.We Learned a lot Loved it! Wonderful experience

Francy_H

19 Apr, 2024

New historical facts, eg war monument with the most names ever, Black civil war soldiers, amazing Mary Mccloud Bethune and many more. Dre is a wealth of information!and a treasure!! A must do in DC

Rachell_P

15 Apr, 2024

The tour was great at explaining the African American perspective of Washington DC history. Definitely recommended.

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A.M.A.Z.I.N.G!!!

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Absolutely loved this tour. Definitely recommend.💕

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This tour was fabulous! I highly recommend doing it and Dre our tour guide was the most informed ever. Two thumbs up!

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Best Guide Ever!!...Dre

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Awesome educational tour!

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Excellent tour with a small private tour feeling

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African American History/ More Than You Know

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Amazing tour

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Phenomenal tour guide for the DC area!

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Tour the city with Dre

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