Skip to main content
Meetings
search search search search search search
search
Home

Black Broadway in Washington D.C.

Welcome to Black Broadway! Celebrate Black History and explore the musical and cultural heritage of Washington's Greater U Street with author and historian Briana Thomas.

At Black Broadway Travel, we invite you to discover the heart and soul of the nation's capital. Our guided tours go beyond sightseeing—they are immersive journeys into the vibrant tapestry of Washington’s diverse communities, iconic landmarks, hidden gems, and untold stories. From celebrating art and culture to honoring legacies of Black history, Women’s history, music, and more, our engaging experiences resonate with every step.

What you'll experience:

A 2 hour guided walking tour with one of our licensed tour guides viewing murals, U Street's thriving Black-owned businesses, and iconic attractions.

Discover historic entertainment venues like the Howard Theater and Lincoln Theatre, which hosted legendary artists such as Billie Holiday and Louis Armstrong. Explore landmarks featuring notable historical figures like Duke Ellington, Harriet Tubman, Barack Obama, and more.

Our experiences are fun options for visiting organizations, tourists, students, and nonprofit teams.

Are you looking for a longer exploration of DC? Contact us to inquiry about our DC Black history bus tours, and step-on-guide rates.

About Our Founder:

Briana Thomas is an accomplished storyteller and historian, using her journalism background and debut book Black Broadway in Washington D.C. to establish Black Broadway Travel in 2022. She's passionate about sharing DC's under-told histories with national and international visitors.

  • Guided tours available
  • Motor Coach/Bus Parking
  • Private Tour
  • Educational Programming
  • Open to public
  • ADA compliant
  • Woman Owned
  • BIPOC Owned
  • Wheelchair Ramp
Distance to Metro

0.50 Blocks

Distance to Conv Center

1.10 Miles

Pool

None

Nearby Landmarks

Walter E. Washington Convention Center

Group Maximum

150

Length of Tour

1-2 Hours, 3-4 Hours

Min to Airport

13

Discount

N/A

Metro Station

U Street/African-Amer Civil War Memorial/Cardozo

Parking

Self

Valet

N/A

Metro Line

Green, Yellow

Payment Options

American Express, Cash, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

CONTACT

U St. NW
Washington, DC 20009
United States

(202) 696-7543

Nearby Favorites

washington dc

ARTECHOUSE

At the crossroads of art, science and technology, ARTECHOUSE brings a ...

VIEW DETAILS

SPONSORED

washington dc

National Museum of the American Indian

Visit the Smithsonian National Museum of the American Indian

VIEW DETAILS

SPONSORED

washington dc

Beat The Bomb

Step into real-life video games at Beat The Bomb, the world's cra...

VIEW DETAILS

SPONSORED

Partner Content