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African American Heritage Night tour of Washington DC

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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. We will conclude to the tour at Oohhs and Aaahhs soul food restaurant for a great dinner

What's Included

  • Dinner Dinner at OooHs and AaaHs soul food restaurant . We have a set menu for you to choose from.They is a $25 limit for your dinner
  • Ticket to the Museum of African American History and Culture for the next day.

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    Pennsylvania Avenue Northwest
    Washington, DC 20004, USA

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    What To Expect

    Lincoln Memorial

    You will be able to see the exact place where Dr. King gave his I Have a Dream speech.You will see the Lincoln Memorial lit up against the night sky.and will be told about the history of the memorial and Lincoln the man by your tour guide.
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    20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial

    One of the highlights of the tour is the stop at the King Memorial. You will be able to read the 14 quotes on the Inscription Wall. As you look at the 30 foot likeness of Dr. King your tour guide will be giving you interesting facts about the memorial
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    20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Capitol Hill

    The Capitol Building is very well lit up at night . You will see the dome of the Capitol piercing through the night sky. Listen to the tour guide as he tells you have African American Slaves help build the Capitol Building of the United States
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    20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    African American Civil War Memorial Museum

    See a Memorial dedicated to the 270000 African American Colored troops and sailors during the Civil War. The Memorial was dedicated by Gen. Colin Powell.
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    20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Howard Theatre (Pass By)

    We will drive past one of the first African American Theaters in the United States
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    Howard University (Pass By)

    We will drive past one of the most outstanding universities in the United States
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    U Street (Pass By)

    U. Street in Washington DC has been called the Black Broadway. Duke Ellington, Shara Vaughan , Nat King Cole, Pearl Bailey and all the great African American performers of the 20s -70s proformed
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    National Museum of African American History and Culture (Pass By)

    We will drive past the Museum of African American History . At the end of the tour you will be given tickets for the next day. The tickets will before entrance to the museum at 10:15 or 11:15 am
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    Carter G. Woodson Home National Historic Site (Pass By)

    Drive pass the home Father of Black History Carter G.Woodson
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    White House

    Stop and take pictures of the home of the President of the United States
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    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Oohh's and Aahh's

    The tour will include dinner at the great soul food restaurant Oohhs and Ahhs on Georgia Avenue. Taste some of the best soul food in the city of Washington DC
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    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

    National Museum of African American History and Culture

    At the end of the night tour you will be given tickets to the National Museum of African American History and Culture for the follow day
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    30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the African American Heritage Night tour of Washington DC?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).This tour 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. Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-193957P3

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    What's Included

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    • DinnerDinner at OooHs and AaaHs soul food restaurant . We have a set menu for you to choose from.They is a $25 limit for your dinner
    • Ticket to the Museum of African American History and Culture for the next day.

    Additional Info

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    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 14 travelers

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    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

    • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
    • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
    • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
    • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EST).
    • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
    • This tour 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.

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