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See the real Washington, D.C. Experience the authentic arts and culture. View documents and photographs depicting the history of many neighborhoods. Enjoy the creativity of the community art programs. Take advantage of free walking tours in many areas of the city. There’s more waiting for you around every corner.
Cultural tourism, also known as cultural heritage tourism, "is travel directed toward experiencing the arts, heritage, and special character of unique places." This definition emerged from the 1995 White House Conference on Travel and Tourism, which declared United States’ involvement in this worldwide phenomenon a national priority.
Cultural Tourism DC's programs reflect the broad spectrum of its mission.
Enjoy the many exciting facets of the real Washington, D.C.
Neighborhood Heritage Trails use photography and history on poster-sized street signs to tell neighborhood stories.
Art on Call is a citywide initiative to restore abandoned fire and police call boxes as community art.
African-American Heritage Trail, Washington, DC, produces a free guide and online database of significant African-American sites in the nation’s capital. Browse the guide and choose any number of places to visit.
WalkingTown, DC Spring and Fall Editions are public events featuring free walking tours in neighborhoods across the city.
Warm Up to a Museum, held annually in February, is a perfect opportunity for exploration of favorite museums. Look for free gallery talks, performances, family programs and more.
All this and more is available to you when you choose to go behind the scenes in our nation’s capital. Arrange your schedule today to include these fascinating perspectives on your next visit to our home.
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