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Visit iconic Washington D.C. on a VIP tour from New York with pickup at your hotel door, ideal for those who want to know the most important monuments of the U.S. capital. With a Spanish-speaking guide, you’ll learn about the country’s history and culture while touring iconic locations. The day begins with breakfast in Delaware, followed by stops at Arlington National Cemetery, the National Mall and the White House. You’ll have free time to have lunch and capture memorable photos at sites like the Lincoln Memorial and Capitol. A perfect tour for families, curious travelers and history lovers looking for a complete and well-guided Washington D.C. experience.

Accompanied by our French guides who have lived in New York for years, come and discover the Bronx from a unique angle. From its colourful streets to the murals that tell the story of its inhabitants, immerse yourself in a neighbourhood where culture, diversity and resilience blend. Explore Mott Haven and Port Morris, where urban art and local initiatives bring old warehouses back to life. Admire the historic landmarks of Grand Concourse, one of New York’s most iconic boulevards, and experience the excitement of Yankee Stadium, the temple of American baseball. An immersive tour, off the beaten track, to understand the true heart of the Bronx and meet those who are shaping its renewal.

This French Quarter walking tour is conducted by city licensed guides and emphasize the history, architecture, and folklore of this fascinating city. Tour and store proceeds benefit Friends of the Cabildo, a non-profit volunteer group to provide support for the Louisiana State Museum. Purchasing a walking tour ticket also gets you admission to the 1850 House Museum, above the store, that shows what life was like in a typical Pontalba Apartment in the 1850s. Restroom is provided for walking tour guests as well. Tours go out rain or shine.

Discover the essence of New Orleans with a walking tour of the French Quarter, guided by a certified, multilingual local expert. Immerse yourself in a fusion of European, African and Caribbean influences as you listen to captivating Creole stories, visit hidden courtyards and meet characters and legends that have scarred the soul of the city.

Located just 25 minutes from New Orleans and 10 minutes away from the New Orleans International Airport, Destrehan Plantation is the oldest documented plantation home in the Lower Mississippi Valley. It is also the only plantation accessible by rideshare or taxi. Our tours are rich in political, social and economic history. After the tour, guests can view a folk-life demonstration, visit our 1811 Slave Revolt Exhibit, explore the grounds, picnic under a live oak tree draped in Spanish Moss and shop in our Plantation Store for unique hand-made items by local craft artisans. We are handicap accessible and kid friendly!

Embark on an amazing self-guided audio ghost tour available in twelve languages: English, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, French, Russian, Korean, Chinese, Japanese, Hindi, Arabic, and German. This scary and informative historical ghost tour offers a unique experience in the haunted heart of Charleston, SC. Use your smartphone to navigate this GPS-based tour without the hassle of downloading an app. We do not harvest or re-sell your data (like some competitors). Explore some of the most frightening locations in historic Charleston, where the city's dark past comes to life. Unlike traditional walking tours, this self-guided option allows you to visit areas that are off-limits to group tours, giving you exclusive access to hidden corners and spooky sites. Learn about the chilling tales and haunted history of Charleston at your own pace, with the convenience and flexibility that only a self-guided tour can offer.

Embark on a mouthwatering adventure through West Hollywood, where every stop is a hidden gem filled with rich history, culture, and incredible flavors. Taste flaky, buttery pastries at a charming French-inspired bakery nestled in a historic marketplace. Bite into warm, golden empanadas with globally inspired fillings, each one a delicious surprise waiting to be discovered. Indulge in classic deli treats at a legendary eatery that has served Hollywood icons for generations. Experience the bold and vibrant flavors of Thailand, where fragrant curries, wok-fried specialties, and zesty salads bring Bangkok’s street food culture to life. Step into a European-style gourmet market, where curated delicacies transport you to the cafés of Paris and the markets of Italy. As you taste your way through this dynamic neighborhood, you’ll also explore historic landmarks, stunning architecture, and fascinating stories that make West Hollywood a must-visit culinary destination!

Listen to the beautiful, uplifting sounds of a Harlem gospel choir, learn the history of American gospel music, and view the historic sites in the place that has been called the spiritual Capital of Black America: Harlem, USA. Visit iconic Harlem locations including the Apollo Theater and places associated with the Harlem Renaissance, Martin Luther King, Jr. and Malcolm X.

Participants will delve into the neighborhood's unique story, learning about the wealthy Americans who developed the area, the stunning Greek Revival and Italianate architecture, and the cultural forces that shaped this iconic part of the city. This tour provides much more than a scenic stroll past grand mansions; it offers a deeper understanding of New Orleans's complex past. Led by knowledgeable, city-licensed volunteer guides, the tour illuminates the influence of key historical figures, political events, and local geography on the district’s development. It's an essential activity for history enthusiasts and anyone looking to move beyond the French Quarter to appreciate the enduring statements of mid-nineteenth-century American life in the Crescent City.

Immerse yourself in Los Angeles’ holiday cheer on this fascinating 2-hour private tour. Meet your guide at Laduree, world-famous French pastry shop at the time of your choosing, enjoy complimentary coffee accompanied with extremely delicious macaron and set out to see Beverly Hills in its Christmas best. Wander along the Beverly Canon Gardens, Wilshire Blvd, Rodeo Drive, Beverly Garden Park and Canon Drive, glowing with breathtaking lights and impressive light installations. Hear narrative commentary from your knowledgeable guide, enjoy numerous photo ops and please your palate with world-class gourmet chocolate.  

Discover the authentic essence of Harlem and immerse yourself in an unforgettable experience with the exclusive Harlem Tour and Gospel Mass in New York. You will enjoy an enriching and unique experience, where expert guides will take you to explore the rich history, vibrant culture and deep-rooted traditions of this legendary African American neighborhood. By choosing this tour, you ensure you enjoy small groups, allowing for a more personalized and close experience. In addition, you will have official guides who will provide you with detailed information in Spanish, so you do not miss any details during the tour.

Master Storytellers guide groups through darkened streets for a historically accurate fun-filled tour full of New Orleans ghost stories and tales of Vampires. Join the only tour in New Orleans to focus specifically on these two top topics of weirdness in our city. You will see the famous LaLaurie Mansion from the American Horror Story Coven TV show and hear the spookiest ghost stories New Orleans has to offer. You will also learn about our real life Vampire culture in New Orleans, see the shop where they buy their fangs, and learn some of their favorite haunts. This is no gimmick. These are real life people who live their lives as self proclaimed Vampires. Who are they? Why do they do what they do? What REALLY is a REAL Vampire? These are the questions we will tackle together as we stroll through one of the oldest and possibly THE most romantic neighborhoods in the United States.

Scott, your tour guide, has a passion for good story telling! Hear the historic stories, fascinating tales & my interesting tidbits of Tucson History on this Strolls and Stories Tours guided walking tour! We begin with the St. Augustine Cathedral and a discussion of Tucson's Spanish Colonial founding & 4,000 years of Native American history! We stroll historic Scott Ave seeing several buildings by the famous architect Henry Trost, and learn the tale of the Temple of Music & Art. Next we visit the Barrio Viejo, the largest concentration of mud adobe structures in a single neighborhood anywhere in the United States! We discuss how our Sonoran Row Houses were built for our desert climate, learn of corner mercantiles & Chinese Grocers! We learn of the melting pot of cultures who lived in the Barrio! We visit the El Tiradito Wishing Shrine dating to the 1870s, & learn the tale of Juan Oliveras, and how some good comes of his sexual sinful ways, & stroll past the Teatro Carmen!

Escape into the darkness with your licensed guide on an air-conditioned bus to some of the most haunted locations in New Orleans outside of the French Quarter. Cross one of the most notorious streets in America as we make our way down scenic Esplanade Avenue telling tales of tragedy, trauma, and mystery which has made us the most haunted city in America. All locations are alive with paranormal activity. Visit real cemeteries at night! Bring your camera, you won't want to miss this! We have offered this tour for over 4 years now and are amazed by what our guests experience. People capture full-bodies apparitions not only on photographs but see them with the naked eye. People have heard whispers in their ears, felt the touch of someone brushing their cheek or stroking their hair, and sometimes even have a ghost photo bomb their pictures! Keep an open mind - you never know what might happen on this very haunted tour. (we do not disclose which cemetery you will visit-it's a surprise)

Our tour takes a unique approach to tours in St. Augustine. We limit our groups smaller to create a more personal experience. Our certified guides offer the most experienced and entertaining historical narrative of the city of St. Augustine, locations of historic events and the citizens who helped create and maintain the oldest city in the nation. We will cover the founding of the city, the first Spanish period (1565-1763), the British Period (1763-1784), the second Spanish period (1784-1821), the American territorial period (1821-1845), and the Flagler Era (Gilded Age, 1884-1913). This is a walking tour which covers a 1.7 mile route over the 90 minutes of the experience. It takes place during the day in Florida, so plan accordingly. Wear comfortable walking shoes, bring water, sunscreen and maybe an umbrella as well. There will be restrooms available at the beginning, end, and at the midway point as well. This is the perfect tour for the history enthusiast!

This tour provides an insider’s perspective, with opportunities to walk around on your own and take in the rich history of New Orleans. Relax in our bus with small group sizes and visit historic neighborhoods, including the French Quarter, Treme, Faubourgs St. John and Marigny, Garden and Warehouse Districts as well as a stop in one of our St. Louis Cemeteries. Enjoy a relaxing ride and experience the unique highlights of the Crescent City. The tour is 2.5 hours and offers hotel pick-up.

Our two hour Highlights of Charleston walking tour guides guests through the historic French Quarter and South of Broad neighborhoods of downtown Charleston. Along the way, your guide will describe the long history, unique culture, architecture, and geography of Charleston and the greater lowcountry area, painting a detailed picture of how Charleston's tumultuous past formed the city now beloved by travelers the world over. You'll view some of the city's oldest houses of worship, burial sites, theaters, the forts of Charleston harbor, and the antebellum mansions that look out across the waters of the Cooper and Ashley rivers, among many other historic and picturesque sites. Our guides also offer their expert advice on other activities, restaurants, and bars for guests to explore once they've finished their tour.

Get into the celebratory Halloween spirit with this 2-hour French Quarter tour. Get into costume and follow your guide through one of the most haunted neighborhoods in the country. Visit more than 15 stops along the tour.  A real paranormal / ghost detector will be used during the tour.

If your intention is to get a complete idea of New York, you should not miss the opportunity to know the districts of Brooklyn, Bronx and Queens with a Spanish-speaking guide who will accompany you throughout the tour, making stops to take pictures, talking about History and sharing experiences. The whole cultural and tourist offer does not end in Manhattan, with the excursion contrasts of New York: The authentic excursion with which you will be able to appreciate the daily life of the New Yorquinos.

This guided walking tour will take you to the real places that Hemingway lived, worked and played, including where he watched and refereed boxing matches, where he kept his boat the Pilar, the bookstore where his books were sold, his first apartment in Key West where he finished writing “A Farewell to Arms”. Along the way you will have three food samplings, before visiting where he took the train, fished and charted boats in the Key West Harbor, and finally where he spent a lot of time drinking- Sloppy Joe's. Numerous other historical sites that Hemingway frequented while he lived in Key West will also be visited on this incredibly authentic tour.

Experience a unique tour of New York combining the Tour of Contrasts with Christmas magic. We will visit the Bronx, Queens and Brooklyn in Spanish, exploring daily New York life as the city shines with festive lights. We started on the West Side Highway, seeing the Intrepid, the Trump Buildings and the Hudson River. In the Bronx we visit the steps of the Joker, Yankee Stadium outside, Civil and Criminal Court, the Big Pun mural and the I Love The Bronx graffiti. Then we crossed the Bronx Whitestone Bridge to Queens to see Malba, the New York Times printing press and Flushing Meadows Corona Park with CitiField, the US Open and the Unisphere. In Brooklyn we explored Williamsburg and DUMBO, getting the iconic Manhattan Bridge photo. Continue to Dyker Heights to enjoy its famous Christmas lights. We finish at Hudson Yards with a stop at The Vessel. An ideal tour to experience the Christmas essence of New York