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Historic Alleyways of Washington, DC

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Historic Alleyways
  • 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Take a walking tour of the alleyways of Washington DC, offered on Sundays, which lasts for about 1.5-2 hours. Your guide will tell you and the group about the history behind the alleyways, which were places where enclaved people and the poor could live inexpensively and build community and security. You’ll visit the Blagden Alley/ Naylor Court historic district here, too,
  • Starting from the Blanche K, Bruce house, you walk to around four more stops
  • Refuel at La Colombe Coffee Roasters midway
  • Explore the art galleries of Blagden Alley, one of DC’s best preserved alleyways
  • You can be walking for about two hours, so wear comfortable shoes

What's Included

  • Up to 2 hours of a unique walking tour experience by a knowledgeable guide.
  • Coffee and/or Tea

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • Blanche K. Bruce House
    909 M St NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA

    The northwest corner of M Street and 9th Street NW

Start time

02:00 PM

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
  • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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