The holidays are a magical time of year, but there is something extra special about spending Christmas in the Nation's Capital. The popular holiday shows, as well as the famous holiday tree lightings at the National Christmas Tree, start at the end of November. Keep reading for details about our favorite things to do during […]
We are proud to offer our newest, affordable sightseeing option - AUDIO TOURS. Can't make one of our guided Bruges walking tours? No problem. Each tour offers an off-line option to view the map and hear the audio of each walk so that you don't need to have GPS maps running with the app. Here […]
We are proud to offer our newest, affordable sightseeing option - AUDIO TOURS. Can't make one of our guided Stockholm walking tours? No problem. Each tour offers an off-line option to view the map and hear the audio of each walk so that you don't need to have GPS maps running with the app. Here […]
Our local expert guides have recorded some of our most popular tours as self-guided audio tours. We have partnered with Atlantis Audio Tours to provide you with a convenient way to experience our tours. Each tour offers an off-line option to view the map and hear the audio of each walk so that you don't […]
With Autumn, an already colorful city becomes even more impressive. All across the city, the leaves change color in a vibrant display. To see it, you don’t need a car or a long drive. We’ve put together a list of places to see some of D.C.’s natural beauty. National Mall The National Mall has so […]
As local DC tour guides who offer budget-friendly walking tours, we know a thing or two about visiting DC on a budget. We've put together this list of best budget hotels and hostels in Washington DC based on suggestions from guests in our Washington DC Travel Tips Facebook Group, as well as where we have […]
This post list of the top outdoor activities in Washington, D.C. contains some of our favorite outdoor activities, including family, evening, and budget-friendly things to do. TOP 10 EVENTS AND OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES IN DC This section covers our top ten things to do outdoors in DC. Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast or just want to […]
Berlin has over 100 Christmas Markets, both large and small. But arguably the largest is the Weihnachts-Rummel an der Frankfurter Allee, also known as Winterzauber, or Winter Magic. This is Berlin’s version of Hyde Park’s Winter Wonderland. It’s roughly 20,000 square meters in size and is a mix of a county fair or country show […]
This post covers all of the High Line entrance points which allow you to reach the park. There are currently a total of 12 High Line entrances, and we will include directions on where to find them. Where Are the High Line Entrances? Here are the 12 ways to gain entrance to the High Line […]
This post provides information about the Back Bay neighborhood in Boston. We include tips on where to eat, things to do, where to shop, and even hotel accommodations. Introduction The Back Bay neighborhood is situated along the Charles River just west of Boston Common. Due to its centralized location, this is one of the more […]
April in Charleston features relatively dry weather, cool to comfortable nights, with comfortable to warm afternoons. Temperatures Sky and Rain What to Wear Things to Do Weather in March Temperatures Daytime high temperatures tend to be around 70-72 F (21-22 C) early in the month, warming to 75-77 F (24-25 C) near the end of […]
Welcome to Dupont Circle, where we'll start our tour of Embassy Row. Originally called Millionaires' Row, it was mansions and large homes built by the newly wealthy. Today, the section of Massachusetts Ave NW north of Dupont Circle is the home to many of the embassies in Washington, DC. Who else but an embassy needed […]
This post covers the facts about the WWII Memorial in Washington, DC, with tips on how to get here, guided tours and what you will see. I've been leading tours of the National Mall with DC by Foot since 2011 and have taken thousands of guests through this memorial. Of course, the greatest experiences have […]
March in Charleston tends to start out cool but becomes more comfortable near the end of the month. You can expect 1-2 days being warm and humid, mostly near the end of the month. Temperatures Daytime high temperatures tend to be around 63-65 F (17-18 C) early in the month but warm to nearly 70 […]
The Natural History Museum is one of the most popular museums in Washington DC. If you're picturing a T-Rex in the middle of the entrance, that is the Natural History Museum in NYC - we have an elephant in the rotunda. The dinosaurs are in the West Wing (not that one). As part of the […]
This post details some of the most important aspects of Winter Wonderland, Hyde Park’s annual holiday celebration, updated for 2024. If you’re looking for somewhere fun to take the family for Christmas, this festive attraction is an excellent option. In the video below, Sinead, a tour guide with Free Tours by Foot, takes you on […]
