This post reviews and compares the various sightseeing tour options in Greenwich Village available to you, including our name your own price tours, and our GPS-enabled audio tour. GREENWICH VILLAGE WALKING TOURS If you want to learn all about this fantastic neighborhood, a walking tour may be your best bet. Typically clocking in at 2 hours in […]
This post will explain the second lines in New Orleans, where and when to find them, and how to join in. We also explain their history and evolution. WHAT IS A SECOND LINE? The second line is a foot parade led by a brass band. The most famous ones are jazz funerals, where during a […]
This post lists the many great things to do in NYC in September 2024, including free, family-friendly, and nighttime activities and events. Let's dive in! TOP 10 THINGS TO DO IN SEPTEMBER This is our list of the ten best events and things to do in NYC in September. For even more suggestions, see our comprehensive […]
This post covers the August weather in New Orleans, including average temperatures, how much rain to expect, hurricane probabilities, and much more. Let's get started! AVERAGE TEMPERATURES IN AUGUST New Orleans in August tends to be hot and humid with daily daytime high temperatures consistently in the lower 90s F (32-33 C). Late night and […]
This post is about visiting the Audubon Zoo and goes over what to expect from your visit, directions there, hours, and ticket information including how to find deals to save you money. As local walking tour guides, we’ve all been to the Zoo and enjoyed it a lot. To make your visit the best it […]
How to get from LaGuardia Airport to Manhattan and other parts of NYC depends on where exactly you are going, your budget, and other factors. The information in this post, when applied in reverse, also explains how to get from Manhattan to LaGuardia airport. As local tour guides, we are asked this question all of […]
This post is about how to take a tour of the Houses of Parliament, as well as attend public debates. It covers security, dress codes, and other important tips. And be sure to take one of our walking tours that cover the palace. HOW TO GET TO THE PALACE OF WESTMINSTER Be sure to check […]
In this post, we will provide an overview of how to get cheap London Eye tickets and how much these tickets should cost. We include a variety of deals, combination tickets, details about opening hours, and where to find the attraction. Disclosure: While our recommendations are always unbiased, we may receive a small share of sales […]
As a resident of Chicago, I can tell you there's plenty to do at night if you know where to look. Whether it's music, fine dining, theatre, comedy, tours, or more, you'll have your choice of activities. One of my favorites is to head to Second City to see comedy improv. There's excitement about the […]
This post describes how you could hear gospel music in New York, whether in Harlem, in Brooklyn, or anywhere else. And if you are looking for an authentic experience, then you are going to need to prepare yourself. In the video below, Derrick, a tour guide with us, Free Tours by Foot NYC, warns you […]
This post is about visiting the Albert Memorial in Kensington Gardens, including directions, hours, and detail about what you will see there.
When you only have 3 days in Lisbon, you’ll want to see as much as you can without burning yourself out. Below is a three-day itinerary that should give you as much of a cross-section of the city as possible, while allowing you to enjoy the experience. About Lisbon Lisbon is the capital of Portugal […]
This map shows the stops on our audio tour which you can purchase here. If you'd like to add this map to your Google Maps app so you can follow along using GPS, just click the square bracket in the upper right hand corner. Helpful hint: If you want to use Google Maps without using […]
This post covers things to do in New Orleans in September, updated for 2024. We include a top 10 list as well as things you can enjoy at night, for free, or with the family. And don't miss our free walking tours throughout New Orleans. TOP 10 THINGS TO DO IN SEPTEMBER This section will […]
This post is a self-guided tour that takes you to see charming and historic locations and cutting-edge art and architecture in DUMBO, Brooklyn. When writing this post, we tapped into our local tour guides' knowledge and experiences in DUMBO, both leading walking tours there as well as spending their free time there. For more opinions […]
Este mapa muestra las paradas de nuestro audio que puedes comprar aquí. Si deseas puedes añadir este mapa a tu aplicación de Mapas de Google para poder seguirlo con el GPS, solo tienes que hacer clic en el corchete de esquina superior derecha. Sugerencia: Si quieres utilizar el Mapa de Google sin usar datos, puedes […]
