We at Free Tours by Foot love to walk - we think it's a great way to see the city but it's also a good excuse to eat your way through a city. In Philadelphia, there is more than just cheesesteaks (though we like those, too and here you can find the best in the […]
Bonjour. I am Lindy I have lived in the beautiful city of Paris since 2009, and I would like to share my personal top 10 things to do if you are visiting Paris on a budget, or just if you want to get away from the madding crowd at the Eiffel tower! PLACE DES VOSGES/VICTOR […]
During winter in Chicago, some of the best things to do are found ... inside! A second city can be found hidden under the roads in the pedway or behind the tracks of the El. If you enjoy the stories on our Lincoln Park Blues Tour, you'll love a visit to Tommy Gun's Garage. A […]
When the clocks have gone back and the evenings draw in, the temperature slowly drops and London’s festive season comes to life! There’s no shortage of things to do, places to go, and fun to have here in November. Regent Street Motor Show – On the day of the Motor Show, Regent Street will be […]
If you have ever gazed upon a modern cityscape and wondered why certain buildings, facades and gardens look the way that they do, you will want to head to the Bauhaus Archive for some answers. This museum and library, often referred to as “a temple of design,” is dedicated to the Bauhaus School, one the […]
A yearly tradition for millions of Americans, Thanksgiving conjures up images of family, food, feasting and festivities. For Americans who find themselves in London this coming November – it is still possible to celebrate! For the large numbers of people who have left the United States and now call the United Kingdom home, or for […]
A hidden gem tucked away inside one of the Inns of Court, Temple Church is a beautiful 12th-century church. Members of the public can not only visit the church but can often attend concerts that take place inside. Easily accessible from Fleet Street on Mondays-Fridays, it’s a bit harder to find it on the weekends […]
Bonjour. I am Lindy I have lived in the beautiful city of Paris since 2009, and I would like to share with you my personal top 10 things to do if you are visiting Paris on a budget, or just if you want to get away from the madding crowd at the Eiffel tower! 1 […]
Consistently topping Berlin’s list of “must-see” attractions is the Zoologischer Garten, more commonly known to English speakers as the Berlin Zoo. This world-class institution is much more than an unparalleled menagerie of exotic animals – it is a historical landmark, a hive of scientific study and a chance for visitors and students to learn about […]
This post provides details about Hampton Court Palace. We include how to get tickets, what to see, guided tours, and other details you might want to know in order to plan out your trip. Overview Lying on the western banks of the River Thames sits one of the largest and most beautiful palatial residences in […]
After being abandoned for more than twenty years, the Eastern State Penitentiary is a building in ruins. When it was built, however, in 1829 this was one of the most expensive prisons in the world. Renowned for both it's architecture and it's strict style, it was designed by John Haviland - who was the architect […]
“Divorced, Beheaded, Died - Divorced, Beheaded, Survived” King Henry VIII (28 June 1491 - 28 January 1547) is one of our most well-known monarchs. As a young prince he was considered chivalrous, handsome, benevolent and intelligent - the perfect King. But as Henry’s life and reign went on, public perception of him changed. Nowadays he […]
Kreuzberg is named after the hill with the cross ("cross mountain") where this tour ends It is a Berlin district that has enjoyed more and more popularity. Kreuzberg can be divided into east Kreuzberg, more unkempt and rich in immigration (the former SO36 postal code also gives a nickname to the area), as well as […]
Whether Berlin is just one stop on your travel itinerary or the sole destination for a weekend city break, escaping the metropolitan hustle and bustle and spending time in nature is good for your mind, body and soul. Thankfully, Berlin is home to one of Germany’s largest urban parks, the Großer Tiergarten, a 210-hectare green […]
You probably would not recognize them on the street but when they are ready for the show - you can't mistake them. The Blue Man Group has been around since the late 1980s as theatrical performers. The trio of actor/musicians dressed in black and painted in blue amazes and entertains the audience with music, lights […]
Set in the castle-esque structure of the Eastern State Penitentiary (ESP), an abandoned prison that believed in consistent isolation of its prisoners, Terror Behind the Walls is one of the scariest haunted houses in the country. It is scary in its very nature but every Halloween season, ESP steps it up and makes it its […]
