Travel curated for Black travelers
Go where you’re celebrated, not just tolerated.
Black-owned stays, heritage destinations, festivals and group trips, gathered in one place so you can book with confidence.
Where to next
Places that feel like home, and some that will feel like a revelation.
Atlanta, GA
Sweet Auburn, the King Center, HBCU campuses and a food scene that never quits.
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New Orleans, LA
Second lines, Creole kitchens, Congo Square and Essence Festival season.
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Accra & Cape Coast, Ghana
Heritage sites, golden beaches and Detty December energy.
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Jamaica
Private villas, reggae roots and turquoise water.
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Charleston & Sea Islands
Gullah Geechee history told by the people who live it.
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Harlem, NYC
Brownstones, the Apollo and soul food on every corner.
See trips →Also on our list: Washington DC, Memphis, Miami, Salvador (Brazil) and Barbados.
Black-owned first
We lead with Black-owned hotels, B&Bs, restaurants and guides, so your trip dollars stay in the community.
Culture you can feel
Museums, music, food and living history, chosen by people who care about the story.
Made for your people
Girls trips, family reunions, homecomings, couples getaways and group blocks.
Straight answers
Rates are confirmed with each partner before you book. No surprises.
Where to stay and who to book
Real hosts. Real places. Verified in published guides.
Confirm ownership, rates and availability directly before booking. Tap a card for the source.
Hamilton Howell House
1890s home of Black architect Alexander Hamilton Jr., near the MLK National Historical Park. Rooms named for Black icons; hosts reunions and meetings.
Details → DC, Brooklyn, Philadelphia and moreAkwaaba Inns
Historic B&B collection owned by Monique Greenwood and Glenn Pogue. Akwaaba DC is a Dupont Circle townhouse.
Details → Washington, DCSalamander Washington DC
Five-star waterfront hotel owned by Sheila Johnson, near the National Mall and the Wharf.
Details → New Orleans, LAHubbard Mansion B&B
Black co-owned Greek Revival B&B on the St. Charles streetcar line, five rooms.
Details → New Orleans, LADew Drop Inn Hotel & Lounge
Hotel rooted in Black musical history with a pool, music venue and weekend brunch.
Details → Harlem, NYCHarlem Grand
Elegant Harlem brownstone B&B close to jazz clubs and landmarks.
Details → Miami, FLDunns Josephine Hotel
Harlem Renaissance inspired hotel in historic Overtown.
Details → Martha’s Vineyard, MAOak Bluffs Inn
Victorian B&B run by Erik and Rhonda Albert for 20+ years, steps from the beach.
Details → Charleston, SCGullah Tours
Alphonso Brown, licensed guide and author. Walking and driving tours of Black Charleston.
Details → Charleston, SCGullah Geechee Tours
Chief Godfrey Khill’s bus and walking Black history tours.
Details → U.S. and AfricaBlack Cultural Heritage Tours Collective
Network of vetted Black tour operators for private and group tours.
Details →Trip ideas
Start with a trip, then make it yours.
Every trip is built around your dates and budget. Tell us what you want and we send real options with confirmed rates.
Heritage Weekend
3 nights in a Black-owned stay, a guided Sweet Auburn tour and a soul food dinner.
Smithsonian & U Street
3 nights, timed entry to the National Museum of African American History and Culture, a U Street food crawl.
Essence Fest Girls’ Trip
4 nights near the French Quarter, a group dinner and festival shuttle.
Ghana Heritage Journey
8 days with guides, castle tours and local stays.
Jamaica Couples Escape
5 nights in a villa, a private chef night and a island tour.
HBCU Homecoming Weekend
2 nights, group rates near campus and tailgate access.
Family Reunion Block
10+ rooms, a shared meal, a group activity and flexible dates.
Gullah Geechee Culture Tour
2 nights, a Sea Islands guide and a cooking class.
Culture calendar
Plan around the moments that matter.
Essence Festival of Culture
New Orleans
Juneteenth celebrations
Galveston, Atlanta and nationwide
Detty December
Accra
HBCU Homecomings
Campuses nationwide
Carnival season
Caribbean, Brazil, Notting Hill
Dates change each year. Check each event’s official site before booking.
Your trip starts with one email.
Tell us where you want to go, who is coming, your dates and a rough budget. We will reply with options.
Email partners@roots-routes-travel.com
Black-owned venue or guide? Write the same address to be listed.
