In this post, I cover the weather in Charleston, SC in December, including average temperatures and precipitation. December in Charleston provides cool afternoon weather with mostly cold nights. As a retired meteorologist turned tour guide, I didn't expect that I would use my experience as a forecaster in my new career in tourism. But here […]
This post covers the weather in Philadelphia in February, including average temperatures, average rain and snow, as well as tips on what to wear. In addition to being your tour guide, my background as a retired meteorologist allows me to provide you with accurate and thorough weather forecasts for this month, ensuring that you have […]
As local experts, we hear a lot of incorrect information about Washington DC and American history. Some of it is just ... well, wrong. There are also common myths that aren't true but are so widely told that most everyone believes them. We, the historians, travel experts, and all around history nerds at Top Things […]
This post is about the weather in DC in October, including what to expect with temperatures and rain, and tips on what to wear and things to do. While guiding your tour, I also utilize my extensive experience as a retired meteorologist to provide comprehensive and reliable weather updates for this month, adding value to […]
January in Philadelphia tends to be very cold with some risk for snow, and in this post, we detail exactly what you should expect this month. With my dual expertise as a tour guide and a retired meteorologist, I am uniquely equipped to offer you detailed weather forecasts for this month, helping you anticipate and […]
This post covers the top things to do in November in Washington, DC (updated for 2025). We include nighttime activities, free things to do, and family-friendly options. As local tour guides, we compiled this list based on our own experiences, but also answering your questions. We lead thousands of people each month on walks in […]
This post is about the average weather and what to wear in DC in November. November weather in our nation's capital is fall-like but not yet winter-like so it is a good time to visit as the summer crowds have vanished. As a retired meteorologist turned tour guide, I didn't expect that I would use […]
This article will explain what voodoo is, how it came about, and how to make it a part of your visit to New Orleans. Voodoo is a religion with its roots in West Africa. When France and Spain ruled New Orleans, Catholicism was the only legally permitted religion. But enslaved people had their own religions, […]
This post is about how to choose the best area to stay in Boston. With dozens of Boston hotels to choose from, you may be feeling overwhelmed. If this comment posted on our Boston Travel Tips Facebook Group sounds like you, then you’ve come to the right place! Why Trust Our Advice? Why should you […]
This post covers what to expect weatherwise in Philadephia during the month of December, including average temperatures and precipitation. December in Philadelphia is cold with some risk for some snow. As a retired meteorologist turned tour guide, I didn't expect that I would use my experience as a forecaster in my new career in tourism. […]
There are two cemetery bus tours in New Orleans that take place after dark, which we list below. Of the nighttime cemetery tours currently available, there aren’t any that provide access inside of the cemeteries. Instead, your tour guide will take you to the cemetery gates and discuss some of the spookiest true stories and […]
Times Square at any time of the day is one of my favorite spots to hang out. That said, when the sun sets, the signs light up and the energy is electric! I'm a tour guide for New York Tours By Foot, and I've spent a lot of time in and around this unique area […]
This map shows the stops on our audio tour which you can purchase on the booking page. 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 […]
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 covers the top things to do in October in Washington, DC, updated for 2025, 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. Along with being your tour guide, I am also a retired meteorologist. I use my expertise to help you anticipate the weather conditions for this month. AVERAGE TEMPERATURES […]
