Historic Alleyways Guided Walking Tour of Washington DC

Washington DC
Durations- 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours (approx.)
Languages- English
Address- 909 M St NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA

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 To Expect

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Blanche K. Bruce House

Blanche K. Bruce was the first African American to serve a full term as Senator, and rose to his position during the Reconstruction era after the Civil War. The tour starts as the location of his residence while he was serving his Senatorial term.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Blagden Alley Northwest

Blagden Alley is one of DC’s most well-preserved historic alleyways. Once the subject of a study of DC alleyways, it is now the site of art galleries, hidden-away restaurants and coffee shops.

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

La Colombe Coffee Roasters

The tour makes a pit stop at this popular coffee spot.

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

D.C. Alley Museum

Beginning in 2015, a series of works were commissioned by artists with a history in the Shaw neighborhood and in Blagden Alley — They created a stunning display of new works painted directly on the garage doors of several buildings in Bladgen Alley.

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Naylor Court Northwest

Naylor Court is a former site of alleyway stables, and later old fashioned garages. It is a part of the Blagden Alley – Naylor Court Historic District.

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Highlight

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

Max group – 10

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