U Street Corridor Tours and Tickets

African-American heritage and community are woven into the fabric of Washington DC—and this walking tour provides an in-depth cultural and historical education. Set off on foot from U Street—once known as the “Black Broadway”—and see the venues where musicians like Duke Ellington once played. From there, venture to other local highlights, from Ben’s Chili Bowl and the Howard Theatre to the streets of Little Ethiopia.

Get a taste of Washington DC's historic U Street neighborhood on this guided culinary walking tour. Discover the history and culture of these streets, formerly known as ‘Black Broadway,’ while stopping at multiple local restaurants to sample the foods that make these neighborhoods unique. A portion of every ticket price goes to feed district residents in need.

During a time when inequality was flooding the neighborhoods of DC, there are many locations where Black culture thrived. There are also places where Black Americans broke boundaries, held meetings, resided and led the fight to achieve equal rights. The tour focuses on these locations that were significant during the Civil Rights Movement but are not necessarily mainstream museums or pointed out in guidebooks. This tour provides a focused look at locations and people who were impactful to the fight for civil rights right here in DC. It also allows you to go at your own pace, so tourists and visitors alike can easily learn more about the rich history in the area.

This is the only African American Heritage tour in Washington DC that is an evening tour . Washington DC is one of the most beautiful cities in the world at night. Your tour guide will tell interesting stories and facts about the history of men and women of color of Washington DC.. The summer day are very hot and humid. Taking a night tour is much cooler and relaxing