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United States Navy Memorial and Naval Heritage Center - Guided Stop (outside only)
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White House - Guided Stop:
White House (outside only)
Black Lives Matter Plaza -
Lincoln Memorial - Guided Stop
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Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial - Guided Stop
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Lincoln Park - Guided Stop:
Emancipation Memorial
Mary McLeod Bethune Statue -
African American Civil War Memorial Museum - Guided Tour (outside only)
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Washington Monument - Drive-by
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Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History - Drive-by
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Bureau Of Engraving And Printing - Drive-by
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Jefferson Memorial - Drive-by
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FBI Headquarters - Drive-by
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Howard University - Drive-by
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U.S. Capitol - Drive-by
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Freedom Plaza - Drive-by
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National Museum of African American History and Culture - 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.
- Reserved Entry into the National Museum of African American History and Culture
- Live commentary on board
- Tour escort/host
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Bottled water
- Lunch
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Embark on a dramatic journey through the pivotal points of the civil rights movement with this intriguing African American history tour of Washington DC.
As a significant hub for civil and black rights activism in the United States, the nation’s capital is home to an astounding array of historically momentous locations. Discover both celebrated and less recognized landmarks, all narrated through the lens of the African American narratives by your knowledgeable guide. Your journey commences at the U.S. Navy Memorial, making pit stops at significant monuments like the Emancipation Statue, Howard Theatre, and dynamic African American neighborhoods.
Experience the profound sensation of standing in the same spot where Martin Luther King inspired countless people with his iconic ‘I have a dream,’ speech. Touted as one of the most detailed African American history tours in DC, your tour includes an admission into the National Museum of African American History and Culture, serving as the tour’s conclusion point.
- 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.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.