Discover DC's diverse culinary roots and history while we stroll and chat about the heyday of “Black Broadway” and the role this area played in during the Jazz Era. You’ll be surprised to learn how many household names had their start in the little clubs along this corridor. Sample quintessential DC flavors while we reveal stories behind tucked away murals, sculptures, and the artists who created them. Learn about the Civil Rights riots that shaped the city and its landscape for years to come. Explore the architecture and evolution as it continues to change today. Taste a variety of cuisines with flavors directly related to the history of this authentically DC neighborhood. U Street is an essential spot in DC and is not to be missed! Please indicate any food allergies when booking. A portion of each ticket sale is donated to Bread For The City, an organization who provides food, clothing, medical care, and legal and social services to reduce the burden of poverty for DC residents.

Meet your local Tour guide for an amazing evening walking tour of 2H and learn about African American history and heritage in D.C. Explore the U Street “Black Broadway” who was once truly the heart of Black culture in America, attracting locals and visitors for an unparalleled music and nightlife scene. It’s also the birthplace of celebrated DC hero, jazz musician Duke Ellington. Until the 1920s, the U Street Corridor was home to the nation's largest urban African-American community, this section of the city is as vibrant as ever, anchored by the lively 14th Street corridor to the west and the refurbished Howard Theatre bordering the Shaw neighborhood to the east, where a towering sculpture in reverence to Ellington stands. Food is eclectic and exciting. One of the best ways to experience food from soul food to Italian to the world-famous Ben’s Chili Bowl and uniquely, on the eastern end, you’ll the area known as “Little Ethiopia” for its concentration of residents from that country

Experience Washington, DC in comfort on a private, fully personalized sightseeing ride with an English-speaking local driver. Enjoy a flexible, door-to-door journey where you choose the pace and stops, discovering the city like a knowledgeable friend would show you around. Explore iconic landmarks including the White House, U.S. Capitol, Washington Monument, Lincoln Memorial, World War II Memorial, and Vietnam Veterans Memorial. Balance history with local charm as you visit Georgetown, The Wharf waterfront, the Tidal Basin & Jefferson Memorial, and vibrant neighborhoods such as U Street. With time for photos, short walks, and breaks, this relaxed private experience blends famous sights with hidden gems, offering a smooth and stress-free way to see Washington, DC—from its historic heart to its modern soul—before returning you comfortably to your hotel or preferred location.