Washington U Street Black Broadway Walking Tour 2 hr 30 min

Walk through the streets of Washington’s U Street corridor, once celebrated as Black Broadway, and uncover the stories behind one of the city’s most influential cultural neighborhoods. This 150-minute tour begins at the Columbia Heights station exit and travels through Columbia Heights and Shaw with an expert guide.

Along the way, hear about the jazz musicians, artists, civil rights leaders, and other figures who shaped the area. The route connects significant neighborhood locations with the history of African American culture, creativity, and activism. Rather than simply passing landmarks, you’ll get context for the people and movements that made U Street a center of Black life and expression.

With a live English-speaking guide and a walk suitable for all physical fitness levels, this experience offers an engaging way to explore the neighborhood on foot. Join the U Street Black Broadway walking tour to see its streets through the stories that brought them to life.