This post is a guide to things to do on the National Mall in Washington, DC, written by the tour guides of DC by Foot. With daily National Mall tours for over a decade, we know a lot about America's Front Lawn! We include tips on how to get here, where to park, on choosing […]
This post is a visitor's guide to Sintra, Portugal, coverning things to see and do as well as other planning tips. And keep in mind that you can take a free guided tour of Sintra. How to Get Here Plan Your Visit Fast Track Tickets It may be helpful to buy tickets ahead of time […]
Luxembourg Gardens, known as Le Jardin du Luxembourg to the French, sits on Paris’ left bank, steps from the Latin Quarter in the 6th arrondissement. It was commissioned in 1612, along with the construction of a palace, by Queen Marie de’ Medici, the second wife of King Henry IV. Inspiration was taken from the Boboli […]
This post covers how to take a day trip from London to the Cotswolds, including tips on organized bus tours, shuttles, trains, and more. Overview The Cotswolds is a large area comprising many small towns, so if you’re planning a day trip, you’ll want to decide on a few specific locations you’d like to visit. […]
March in Lisbon features cold nights with cool to comfortably warm afternoons. Temperatures Daytime high temperatures tend to be around 17-18 C (62-64 F) early in the month, warming to about 19-20 C (66-68 F) near the end of the month. A few of the warmer afternoons, especially near the end of this month can […]
There are thousands of London hotels to choose from. It’s normal to feel overwhelmed! We’re here to help. This article will go through the best neighborhoods to stay in London and help you find the right hotel for first-time visitors (and even repeat visitors). Overview We’ve broken down our London hotel recommendations by area. These […]
This post covers the Heathrow Express, whether you should take it to Paddington Station or not, as well as information on tickets, transfers, and other tips. What is the Heathrow Express? Heathrow Express is a specialised train service that runs, continuously, every 15 minutes, between Paddington Station and Heathrow Airport. It's the fastest way to […]
As Audrey Hepburn famously said, “Paris is always a good idea.” Who am I to argue? I’m a London and Canterbury tour guide, specialising in museums, and I also take my clients to visit the great museums of Paris: the Musée d’Orsay, the Louvre, and the Catacombs. I recently led a group of four adults […]
This post covers the top things to do in October in Washington, DC, updated for 2024, including nighttime activities, free things to do, and family-friendly options. Be sure to read our master post on things to do in DC for even more ideas. TOP 10 THINGS TO DO IN OCTOBER This section covers our top […]
This post takes a look at the September weather in Washington, D.C, with tips on what you should wear as well as ideas for things to do. AVERAGE TEMPERATURES During early September you can expect to encounter daytime high temperature mainly in the mid-80s F (about 29 C) while early in the morning the temperatures […]
Don't want to worry about the hassle of waiting in line behind other tourists for the next Hop on Hop off Bus Tour? We've created a guide to creating your own free Washington DC bus tours by using the new Circulator National Mall Route! Now, this option does not come with a tour guide or narration […]
I’m Jessica the Museum Guide, and I love visiting museums around the world. The Metropolitan Museum of Art is one of the biggest and best, with a collection of over 2 million pieces of art and artifacts. It was at the top of my list when I visited New York, and I spent many hours […]
If you're looking for things to do in Baltimore or Baltimore Tours, we're here to help you plan your trip. While Free Tours by Foot doesn't offer tours in Baltimore, it's a quick trip from our DC by Foot tours. THINGS TO DO IN BALTIMORE 1. Walking Tours There aren't a large number of walking […]
This post provides details about some of the best things to see and do in Muir Woods, including details about hiking trails, camping, and other activities. It includes directions on how to get there and information about various different forms of transportation you might want to consider. Muir Woods Visitor Center Most people coming to […]
Below are 15 of the best restaurants in Greenwich Village with a variety of cuisines and price ranges. You'll find American, Italian, French, Indian, Middle Eastern, Mexican, Vietnamese and even Vegan! Plus, we list a few of NYC's best pizza places. To try some of the other delectable foods in the neighborhood, join us for […]
This post answers a question that many visitors to New York City want to know, “Is the Lower East Side safe for tourists?” Our local tour guides are very familiar with the Lower East Side both from giving tours and spending free time there enjoying the neighborhood. Here are their thoughts about what parts of […]
