African American History Tour with Museum of African American History Ticket
Overview
Available languages
3 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
KB Tours is a one of a kind African American Heritage tour operator in Washington DC that takes visitors to explore the historic African American neighborhoods in all four quadrants of the city, often going off the beaten path. With knowledgeable guides who are passionate about sharing interesting facts and captivating stories of Washington DC's black history, KB Tours prides itself on providing an engaging and entertaining tour experience.
Visitors will have the opportunity to stop and visit iconic landmarks and monuments in the city, including the Lincoln Memorial, the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial, the Capitol, the White House exterior, and tour the Frederick Douglass when opened. KB Tours' guides are committed to keeping visitors of all ages engaged throughout the tour, encouraging young children to participate in the tour activities.
The tour includes a ticket the Museum of African American History and Culture. You must take the tour to join us for entrance to museum.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
The Headquarters of the National Council of Negro Women (NCNW) is a historic building located in Washington D.C., United States. The NCNW was founded in 1935 by Mary McLeod Bethune, an educator and civil rights leader, to promote the rights and welfare of African American women and their families. The organization has been headquartered in the same building since 1953 and it has been designated as a National Historic Landmark. The building is located at 633 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, in the heart of the nation’s capital, just a few blocks from the White House. The building was originally constructed in the late 19th century as a commercial office building. In 1942, the building was purchased by the National Council of Negro Women with the help of a loan from the Federal Housing Administration.
U.S. Capitol
You will be able to stand where the inauguration of President Obama took place. You will hear stories of how slaves help build the Capitol and the White House. You will hear how the Supreme Court which was in the Capitol made several decisions that affected people of color for decades .
What‘s Included
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
Tickets to Museum of African American History and Culture
Gratuities
Options
African American Heritage tour
Reviews
398 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
It was an amazing...
Sherrie J,Mar 26, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was an amazing experience! It covered more than I expected. I recommend two days for the African American Museum. I found myself emotional, I loved the overall experience.
Great historically accurate, knowledgeable tour guide and tour experience!
Shari C,Mar 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00I showed up late and Kenny still made it one of the best tours I've ever taken. We covered an incredible amount of ground — the White House, St. Elizabeth's mental institution near the new Mystics arena, Frederick Douglass' 9-acre hilltop estate, Mary McLeod Bethune's home, the first African American theater in the US (Howard Theater) where legends like Billie Holiday, Duke Ellington, and Ella Fitzgerald performed. We wrapped up at the Lincoln and MLK Memorials — all before the African American Museum opened at noon. This tour is deeply immersive and covers history you won't find in the standard education system. If you're visiting DC, carve out a full day for this experience. It's not just Black history — it's American history, told fully and honestly. Highly recommend Kenny and this tour.
Not good - rent a car and get a map
468donnar,Mar 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00Not for young child or teen friendly, the driver drove very fast, bumpy ride, did not allow time to take pictures. The driver kept coughing and did not speak clearly. Also does not transport to back to the meeting spot, was told to get a Lyft or Uber.
Not a good tour, you can rent a car and use a map
Donna,Mar 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
2.00Not a good tour for childten or teens. The driver drove through areas very fast, did not allow time to take pictures. Kept coughing when attempting to share history and did not speak clearly.
I had such an amazing...
Mercedes J,Mar 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00I had such an amazing time on today’s African American History Tour! Our tour guide was incredibly knowledgeable and shared so many powerful historical facts about African American history and Washington, DC landmarks. You could really tell he loves what he does. What made the tour even better was his personality—he was funny, engaging, and kept us interested the entire time. He also drove safely and made sure everyone felt comfortable while guiding us through such important history. Overall, he was a great guy and an excellent tour guide. I learned a lot and truly enjoyed the experience. 10/10 – Highly recommended!
It's not a one...
Reada K,Feb 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It's not a one experience, need multiple days to absorb everything. It's starts from Slavery to the present. They even have a HBCU addition
Great Tour
DonnaMae G,Feb 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It is best to experience this tour in warmer weather! The visit to the African American Museum was especially moving and definitely worth another visit. Aside from the cold temps, the tour was perfect.
Very enjoyable tour.
Oliver M,Feb 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Very knowledgeable tour guide. Great and very informative. Would highly recommend this tour to anybody interest in Black history.
Great Educational DC city tour!
Sylvia N,Dec 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Mr Kenny, our tour guide was a great historian on the city of DC! We were educated, informed and entertained! I loved every minute of it!
Amazing history and tour led by Tobias.
pamelaf981,Nov 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tobias gave us a tour of the African meeting House and was a wealth of knowledge! He’s excellent at what he does. The history of this space is profound and every American should take the opportunity to visit this historically rich site.
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