This post offers several one-day itineraries for spending 24 hours in San Francisco, including budget-friendly and kid-friendly itineraries as well as a 3-day option. As local walking tour guides, we not only live here, but we also show San Francisco off to visitors every day. And, many of our tour guests only have a day […]
This post compares and reviews the many options for Chicago architecture tours. I will include a review analysis to help you choose which one is best for you. DISCLOSURE: Although I have done my best to remain neutral about these services, I must disclose that Tours By Foot sometimes receives compensation for their affiliate links. […]
This post is a comparison of three top Central Park horse and carriage rides. We list what sights are included in a ride, and compare the top two providers, including prices and bonus services. Every day, we take visitors to NYC on walking tours in Central Park, where we are always asked for carriage ride […]
Carriage Tours are a popular option in Charleston; especially for tired feet. There are a few different companies who offer carriage tours but they all offer similar options and understanding exactly what to know before taking a Charleston Carriage tour is important. Two of Tours by Foot tour guides led Carriage tours for decades before […]
Having traveled between JFK Airport and Manhattan dozens of times over the years, I've tried all the modes of transport between the two. In this post, I share information about each to help you decide which is the best for you, including subway, bus, train, shuttle, private cars, taxis, and rideshares. When writing this post, […]
This post is a visitors guide to Coit Tower in city of San Francisco with tips on when to come, how to get here, how much you will pay, and what you will see. Coit Tower is one of San Francisco’s most recognizable landmarks and a place everyone should add to their list, if only […]
This post is a guide and a virtual tour of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) headquarters in Lower Manhattan, with tips on planning your visit. Click here for a self-guided tour of Wall Street. HOW TO GET TO THE NYSE Located at the intersection of Wall Street and Broad Street, the New York Stock […]
Many of my fellow local tour guides and I have been going to the American Museum of Natural History since childhood. It's fabulous no matter what age you are. Naturally, I preferred not having to pay when I was a child since my parents covered the cost! This post covers ticket prices, discount offers, free […]
This post explains how you can take a tour of Green-wood Cemetery in Brooklyn, both guided as well as self-guided tours. Admission is free every day. Introduction Opened in 1838, over half a million people are buried in Green-wood Cemetery. Among them are many notable Americans (see below) and over 5,000 fallen civil war soldiers. […]
This is a self-guided tour of the French Market, including tips to plan your visit as well as recommendations on what to do and where to eat. The French Market is six blocks of restaurants, shops, a farmer's market, and a flea market. It is nearly half the length of the French Quarter of New Orleans. […]
This post covers options for luggage storage in Los Angeles. We include a new trend in Airbnb inspired luggage storage, as well as train and bus stations and even some museums! LUGGAGE STORAGE IN LOS ANGELES A few companies have created websites and apps that let you, the traveler, find a local place that will […]
Chinatown is like no other neighborhood in NYC. Its historic streets are narrow, shops sell exotic food, you'll hear Chinese spoken here and yes, you can find knock-off handbags! This post shares tips on the best things to see in Chinatown, including where to eat and shop, where to stay, and other tips. We are […]
This post covers how to get around NYC by subway, bus, bike, taxi, boat, on foot, and even a sky tram! Be sure to check our separate guide to traveling to and from NYC's 3 airports. GET AROUND BY NYC SUBWAY The subway system is a very efficient way to get around the city. It may […]
This post is a summary of the February weather in New Orleans with tips on what to pack and things to do. As your tour guide and a retired meteorologist, I combine my extensive knowledge of weather patterns with my guiding experience to provide you with accurate and detailed forecasts for this month, ensuring you […]
Families who join us for our San Francisco tours will sometimes ask about whether or not it's worth visiting this museum, and we're always ready to gush about it! This post covers tickets, deals, and free days for the California Academy of Sciences. We also explain the exhibits and items that you can expect to […]
This post is about the historic Rainbow Row in Charleston, South Carolina. We'll give you the background story, show you how to get here, and explain why they might be painted in such interesting colors. Let's get started. An iconic site in Charleston and visited on our Historic Charleston tour, is Rainbow Row. […]
