Let's delve into the Jazz and Cultural Renaissance that forged the path for today's celebrated African American successes, musicians, talents, and heroes. Ken's tour explores history through the lens of DC music.
With fascinating commentary, we'll reminisce about U Street's vibrant nightlife and glitzy attractions and make a stop to admire awe-inspiring entertainment venues.
Whenever we're guiding a tour in New Orleans, there's a pretty good chance that someone will ask where to board the St. Charles Streetcar. That's why we decided to write this helpful guide with all the information you'll need to ride this historic attraction and see some of the most interesting sites along the way. […]
This post provides several options for luggage storage at or around JFK Airport in NYC. Our New York City tour guides fly in and out of JFK all the time and when writing this post we tapped into their knowledge about storing bags at the airport. Below is all the information you'll need to unload […]
This post provides details about the National Museum of the American Indian, including information about where to find it, what to see there, and other tips you might want to consider. The National Museum of the American Indian was a private collection of Native American artifacts. Actually, the collection was the largest in the world […]
This post reviews and compares the various bus tour options available to you in Charleston, including prices, discounts, as well as a free option. OVERVIEW There are (7) companies offering bus tours of Charleston and the surrounding area: Prices range from $20-$30 per person and each lasts approximately 90 minutes. In addition, each company also […]
If you want to learn all about this fantastic neighborhood, a walking tour may be your best bet. Typically clocking in at 2 hours in length, these trips will give you an entirely new appreciation for the Village. This post explains the tour options in Greenwich Village offered by us, New York Tours by Foot. […]
This post will explain the second lines in New Orleans, where and when to find them, and how to join in. We also explain their history and evolution. WHAT IS A SECOND LINE? The second line is a foot parade led by a brass band. The most famous ones are jazz funerals, where during a […]
This post lists the many great things to do in NYC in September 2025, including free, family-friendly, and nighttime activities and events. Let's dive in! TOP 10 THINGS TO DO IN SEPTEMBER This is our list of the ten best events and things to do in NYC in September. For even more suggestions, see our comprehensive […]
This post covers the August weather in New Orleans, including average temperatures, how much rain to expect, hurricane probabilities, and much more. My experience as a retired meteorologist complements my role as your tour guide, helping you stay informed about the weather this month. Let's get started! AVERAGE TEMPERATURES IN AUGUST New Orleans in August […]
The 3-hour walking and subway tour covers the Financial District including Wall Street and the World Trade Center, SoHo, Little Italy and Chinatown. These are neighborhoods that simply can’t be fully appreciated from a bus. There will be one or two opportunities to sample tasty treats. Visit the Financial District - The tour begins in the Financial […]
Wealth, power, intrigue, scandals, curses and political assassination fill the stories on this tour. Take a walk around the world and see the international side of the nation's capital city.
In this post, I am going to tell you about visiting the Audubon Zoo and what to expect from your visit, directions there, hours, and ticket information including how to find deals to save you money. As local walking tour guides, I’ve been to the zoo many times and enjoyed it a lot. To make […]
LaGuardia Airport (LGA) is one of the three New York City airports, together with John F. Kennedy International (JFK) and Newark International. It's located in the borough of Queens and is the closest airport to Midtown Manhattan (about 8 miles or 13 km away). As a New Yorker who has traveled a lot in my […]
In the early 1900s, a group of independent movie producers wishing to escape the eastern movie establishment made their way west to California. These producers called themselves the United Artists, and by 1910 they found themselves in the tiny village of Hollywood. It was then only known for its marvelous fruit trees, but it quickly […]
As a resident of Chicago, I can tell you there's plenty to do at night if you know where to look. Whether it's music, fine dining, theatre, comedy, tours, or more, you'll have your choice of activities. One of my favorites is to head to Second City to see comedy improv. There's excitement about the […]
This post describes how you can hear gospel music in New York. It includes a list of churches with gospel choirs in Harlem and Brooklyn and information about gospel tours. As a New Yorker, I've attended several church services that included gospel performances and the experience has always been incredibly uplifting. I can't recommend it […]
