USA · HISTORICAL TOURS
Colonial streets, plantation country, the Civil War fields and the Cold War sites. The 15 below are priced and timed, with a note on which ones need a car to reach the meeting point.
Review the American Museum of Natural History in New York, with dinosaur halls, the Gilder Center, space shows, family tips, and ticket advice.
“I had the best time, the museum is really intriguing and I didn’t realise how big it is. Really makes you feel like you’re in the movie.”
Explore Salem’s witch trial past, haunted lore, colonial streets, and modern witches on a lively two-hour guided walking tour.
“Super enjoyable and we learnt so much! Hilary was very knowledgeable and extremely entertaining. We enjoyed the full two hours, in spite of the freezing conditions (thanks for the hand warmers provided!) I wish we had some cash to tip our guide, so that would be something I would suggest to people going on the tour.”
Ride through 30 blocks of Charleston with a certified guide, Belgian or Percheron horses, historic homes, gardens, churches, and Civil War stories.
“Fun activity to do while in Charleston. We were staying with a friend. So we booked it for three of us. Great little travel around town. Great knowledge of the driver. Great pictures and learned some fun history. Recommend!”
Explore Seattle’s buried streets, Pioneer Square, Klondike Gold Rush stories, and Coast Salish history on this lively one-hour tour.
“It’s really awesome! So much history, the tour guide was so knowledgeable and funny! Would love to come back and do the other tours they offer”
Review of Wasabi Tours’ 11-hour Big Island loop, with volcanoes, waterfalls, black-sand beaches, coffee, history, lunch, and practical tips.
“It is a FULL day! It is absolutely THE way to see everything amazing on Hawai’i in one shot. Everything we wanted to see was on this tour! Kona Chris was amazing! A font of knowledge about the whole island and answered every question we threw at him! I am leaving the island actually knowing what this beautiful place is about. Do it! You won’t be disappointed.”
Walk Boston’s full Freedom Trail with a historian, from Boston Common to Paul Revere’s North End, with stories, sights, and practical tips.
“Nick was well-spoken and obviously loves the history of his community. Appreciated the tour as my 20 year old son and I enjoyed the city!”
Explore Charleston’s French Quarter, Rainbow Row, and Battery on a two-hour guided walk packed with history, stories, and practical tips.
“Duggar gave an excellent tour, and even provides a list of recommended restaurants. He is a highly knowledgeable and personable guy, and we would definitely recommend booking him for a tour.”
Cruise past the Statue of Liberty, Brooklyn Bridge, and Manhattan landmarks with lively guides, city views, and a free digital photo.
“The sightseeing cruise was so enjoyable. The staff was very friendly and helpful”
Ride Charleston’s historic streets by horse-drawn carriage, hear colorful stories, and see grand homes, churches, and gardens with a certified guide.
“Great tour! Guide was perfect, knowledgeable, ans very personable. We love rhe way they care for the horses! Thank you”
Explore Savannah’s darker past on a 90-minute candlelit walk through historic squares, with true stories of war, crime, ghosts, and mystery.
“Something interesting to do while in Savannah. Tour guide Kendra knowledgeable and professional. Loved Savannah”
Tour Fenway Park with a guide, sit atop the Green Monster, see rare Red Sox memorabilia, and hear 100 years of Boston baseball stories.
“Our tour guide Matt was very informative and funny. It was really cool to be able to watch the sun set from the press box and see all the exclusive Red Sox memorabilia. Great date night.”
Review of Oahu’s Mauka Warriors Luau, with Polynesian food, fire dancing, hands-on activities, history, transport tips, and honest value advice.
“Amazing experience! They really go out of their way to make it special. The food was delicious and clean. They were so organized and the performers and host were incredible. It’s well worth the price in my opinion since other luaus are similar in price but definitely inferior than this one. This was better even than the one at the Polynesian cultural center. We don’t usually repeat these types of activities but we had such a great time that we would go there again if we visit the island in the future.”
Walk through Philadelphia with a history-trained guide, seeing the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall, Franklin sites, and key places of 1776.
“This is very informative and interesting tour and a great introduction to American revolutionary history.”
Walk Savannah’s historic squares with a local guide, hearing stories of its homes, cemeteries, Civil War era, and quirky past.
“Our tour guide Champ was amazing. He made the tour interesting and fun. I highly recommend him for your tour guide. The tour itself was very interesting and I learned so much about the history of Savannah.”
Walk shady avenues, study Garden District mansions, and learn New Orleans burial customs on a friendly two-hour history tour.
“Second time doing this tour and it was so amazing! Caroline (Phant) was super knowledgeable and made our tour even better!”
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