Explore Historic Anacostia Walking Tour in DC
Walk Anacostia’s streets to see local landmarks and Frederick Douglass history
Duration
2 hours
Includes
Guided walk, Local stories
Highlights
Explore Anacostia on a guided walking tour that traces the neighborhood’s changing history, architecture, and cultural landmarks. Start at the Anacostia Arts Center and finish near Cedar Hill, the home of Frederick Douglass.
- Start at the Anacostia Arts Center, a 1937 Woolworth’s turned cultural hub
- Stroll past an iconic neon sign and stop by the Go-Go Museum
- Explore rowhouse-lined streets, including Rose's Row and rural-root traces
- See the 19-foot-tall Big Chair and hear the story behind the landmark
- Stop outside the former 11th Precinct station repurposed as a health center in 1993
- Climb to the foot of Cedar Hill and learn about Frederick Douglass and Helen Pitts
Things to know
The walk is about 2 hours and 1 mile. Children under 5 can join for free. Tours run rain or shine except in extreme weather.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours before for a full refund. Tours run rain or shine; in rare cases of extreme weather or unsafe conditions, the operator will cancel and provide a full refund.
Product ID: 7GCCR8
FAQs
Wear sturdy walking shoes and comfortable clothes, and bring bottled water.
Yes. Tours run rain or shine, except in extreme weather conditions. If the tour is canceled due to weather or other unsafe conditions, you will be notified as soon as possible.