See the National Mall at night with the memorials lit up is one of the most popular ways to visit the memorials. We offer a day time tour as well but this version of our popular National Mall tour runs as the sun is setting on the National Mall as a great option for something […]
Explore the cultural heritage of Los Angeles by visiting its oldest and most unique neighborhoods! Though founded in the 1700s, most people only think of movies when they think of LA. Rarely do tourists visit the lesser-known locations of Little Tokyo and Olvera Street. On this tour, we will walk through its earliest historical past […]
For Civil War aficionados, an easy, albeit hilly, hour and a half drive out of Washington, D.C. will take you to Antietam Battlefield, one of the many Civil War battlefields near DC. Use this guide for more information on playing your day trip from DC to Antietam and Harper's Ferry. Antietam is where the bloodiest […]
Washington DC is a great place to travel for those on a budget thanks to the number of free or cheap things to do, from the Smithsonian Museums to touring the government buildings. How do we know about Free Things to Do in DC? It's what we do! We are Free Tours by Foot after […]
If you can't manage to join us for one of our guided tours of the Golden Gate Bridge, we've created this self-guided tour to give you another option. We also have a GPS-powered Golden Gate Bridge audio tour that you might want to consider instead. Don't forget that we also have a full post explaining […]
Washington, DC has over 70 unique museums to explore. With so many options, we decided to make a post of the top museums to visit in Washington, DC We include Smithsonian museums, art galleries, and zoos, as well as some off the beaten path and unique museums. What Do We Know about Museums in Washington […]
With a little bit of planning, you can take advantage of first-class attractions that offer free days or name your own price admission on certain days of the month. As local DC tour guides, we spend a lot of time in the city's many free museums! If we aren't taking tour guests through the museums, […]
Visiting DC for Memorial Day? This post is about things that are happening for Memorial Day in 2024. Several different events and ceremonies usually commemorate this particular weekend, including a national concert, parade, and motorcycle rally. Memorial Day 2024 is Monday, May 27, 2024. Read our master post on things to do in DC any […]
Take a winter stroll along the main branch of the Chicago River and take in the beautiful architecture, such as the Tribune Building and the Wrigley Building, and learn the stories behind the people who built them.
This post covers how to attend a U.S. Supreme Court tour as well as courtroom lectures and oral arguments with tips on how to plan your visit and what you might see. HOW TO GET TO THE SUPREME COURT The Supreme Court Building is located at 1 First Street St NE across the street from […]
There are a lot of prints of this historical document out there, but there is only one original copy. Where is the Declaration of Independence? We’ll answer that question and many more about viewing it in this post. As a tour guide in Washington, DC for over a decade, I've taken countless guests to the […]
This post is about how to get tickets to tour the United States Capitol Building. We also include tips on how to get gallery passes to watch the Senate and the House of Representatives in action as well as tour highlights. Our sister company, VISITDCTours offers a tour that has reserved tickets to tour the […]
This post is a guide to visiting the Smithsonian’s National Museum of African-American History & Culture (NMAAHC), including information on tickets, tours, how to get there, and what to expect updated and the new ticketing policies. As a tour guide in Washington, DC, for over a decade, I take groups to visit museums every week. […]
In the following post, we will provide information about the best bike tours in Washington DC. We will also include details about pedicab tours and potential discounts on these services. This post was updated in February 2024. Disclosure: We think you should consider our free tours, but we have also provided other options. While our […]
Like many major casinos and hotels in Las Vegas, the MGM Grand is home to dozens of excellent restaurants, including at least one 3-Michelin Star location which is sure to please. Even though their finest restaurants do come with a hefty price tag, this casino also offers several excellent low-cost options for diners on a […]
This post covers everything you need to know about the Cherry Blossom Festival for 2024. You'll also find a self-guided Cherry Blossom tour, including how to get there, the best places to view the blossoms and events. Check out our Cherry Blossom Tours for the best way to see the blooms - private tours, self […]
