This post tells you where the best London Christmas lights and holiday displays to visit are in 2023. As local walking tour guides, we spend a lot of time showing guests all of the holiday light displays and decorations that London is famous for. You could join us for our London Christmas Lights Tour and […]
This post lists some of the best ice skating rinks in and around Boston, updated for 2023-2024. We provide details such as hours, prices, directions, as well as suggestions for things to do nearby. Most of Boston's ice-skating rinks are open in the winter months (November - March). Here are links to our posts on […]
Sometimes as we're leading a tour around Manhattan, one or more of our guests will have questions about saving money on tickets to the Museum of Modern Art. That's why we created this helpful guide to provide information about planning a trip to the Museum of Modern Art, including tickets, free Fridays and other deals, […]
When people think about Christmas lights and holiday decorations in New York City, they usually think of the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree and the lavish store window displays of Midtown Manhattan. But some of the best lights and decorations to be seen are in Dyker Heights, Brooklyn. And we should know. We lead daily […]
This post lists our picks for the top New Orleans attractions that first-time visitors should plan to see. As local walking tour guides, we developed this post in the hopes that our experiences and expertise can help you plan your itineraries. We lead dozens of walking tours each week showing hundreds of visitors the charms […]
This post covers the top 12 London Christmas Markets, where to find them, and what you will see. Also, check our full guide to Christmas in London. Dates and times have been updated for the holidays in 2024. We will continue to update this post as more information is released in the months leading up […]
This post covers some of the best New Orleans souvenirs, where you can buy them, and tips to help you save both time and money. Shopping can be a fun part of any trip to a new city. With its one-of-a-kind culture, New Orleans is the perfect place to find unique gifts. Traditional New Orleans […]
This post is a guide to things to do in London for Christmas 2024, written by a team of local tour guides from Free Tours by Foot. We've included events, Christmas markets, ice skating rinks, beautiful lights, winter festivals, as well as virtual tour videos. As locals, we take part in these events and markets […]
This post focuses on the night tour tickets for Alcatraz Prison, including last-minute and canceled tickets and tour reviews. Let's get started! NIGHT TOUR TICKET INFORMATION There are two types of tour tickets that permit you to be on Alcatraz Island after the sun sets, which are the Night Tour and the Behind the Scenes […]
This post will explain how you can find the Greenwich Village apartment building used in the hit TV show Friends. It's also a regular stop on the pay-what-you-like Free Tours by Foot's Greenwich Village Tour. TIP: If you are eager to locate TV and movie locations throughout the Big Apple, which includes many Friends locations, then consider […]
One of the most iconic images during Christmas in New York City, the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree, is a must-see for tourists and locals alike. 2024 dates are yet to be announced. Last year, the tree lit on November 29. Don't worry if you aren't here on the 29th! You will be able to see […]
As guides who offer free tours, we're always being asked about the best low-cost activities in the city, and the Bronx Zoo is definitely one of the best attractions you can visit without paying a dime. In addition to covering how to get tickets, what to see there, and where the zoo is located, this […]
If you're looking for something to do after one of our free walking tours, this post will include a variety of the best free things to do in Amsterdam. As tour guides in the area, we know a lot of great places to visit that won't cost a thing! In this post, we have also […]
Planning to watch the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade? Here is everything you need to know to have a blast! Below are a route map, tips on where to stand for a good view, the best time to arrive, as well as a list of balloons and performances. Here are the most important things to know: […]
This post covers how to get discounted tickets to Kensington Palace. We include tourist passes, 2-for-1 tickets, how to get there, and what exhibits you can see. Set in the beautiful parkland of Kensington Gardens, Kensington Palace is most well known for being, at one point, home to members of the royal family like Princess […]
Today, although the Sovereign does not reside here, St. James’s Palace is the home of the Court of King Charles III. Unfortunately, with only a few exceptions, the palace is not open to the general public, unlike its neighbour, Buckingham Palace. However, an important part of the start of the famous Changing of the Guard […]
