U Street Neighborhood Food Tour
ID: GYG54851-76511
Category:
Country: United States
Duration:
03:00 hours
Description
Discover the history and rapidly changing culture of the U Street and Shaw Neighborhoods, through the iconic streets formerly known as ‘Black Broadway.’ The tour stops at local restaurants, to explore tasty flavors and drinks.
The U Street neighborhood tour begins at Ben's Chili Bowl, directly across from the U Street metro. From there visit the other stops during a 3-hour long leisurely walking tour, that covers approximately 2 miles.
During your tour, you will learn about several significant buildings and check out street art and murals that contribute to the story of U St. In addition to the stops at multiple restaurants, where you will enjoy a variety of carefully selected tastings, you will explore the history of the neighborhood.
Stay for approximately 20 minutes at each stop and enjoy brief walks in-between. The tour will end close to the Shaw Metro stop at approximately 2:30 PM. A portion of each ticket is donated to Bread for the City, a charity that provides services to DC locals including providing food, clothing, and legal and medical services.
Unfortunately, we are not able to accommodate vegan diets on this tour.
Highlights
- Enjoy tastings from a variety of local restaurants on a 3-hour walking tour
- Discover DC like an insider
- Get to know the area formerly known as 'Black Broadway'
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Please advise of any dietary requirements when booking, vegetarian options are available and accommodations can be made for food allergies or other requirements
• It is recommended to dress appropriately for the weather because the tour takes place rain or shine
• It is recommended to wear comfortable walking shoes because the tour will cover 3 miles in 2 hours
• A portion of each ticket sale is donated to Bread for the City, a local charity
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You are required to bring and wear a mask
Ben's Chili Bowl, 1213 U Street NW, Washington DC, 20009.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
