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Nashville VIP Style Private Tour with Local Singer-Songwriter

★ 5.0 (570)

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Nashville VIP Style Private Tour with Local Singer-Songwriter

A two-hour private tour of Nashville led by Steven Whitson, a working singer-songwriter who doubles as your guide. You'll see behind-the-scenes corners of Music City while he performs an original song for your group. Private transport is included, along with local snacks. Start and end times flex to suit your schedule and his availability.

Charleston Chicora 2 Hours Walking Tour

A 2-hour walking tour through Charleston's 350-year history, led by an experienced guide who weaves together the city's complex social, political and cultural narrative. You'll cover ground at a steady pace through central Charleston, hearing stories spanning from colonial settlement through to the modern era—some triumphant, some difficult, all grounded in what actually happened. Suits anyone with moderate fitness who wants substance over surface-level sightseeing.

Semi-private SMALL group Historic Walking Tours w/certified guide

A two-hour walking tour of Charleston's historic core led by a certified guide. You'll cover pivotal Revolutionary War and Civil War sites alongside centuries-old architecture, navigating narrow streets and alleyways on foot. The tour suits history buffs and casual explorers alike — no special fitness required, though the walking pace and uneven ground mean it's not ideal for those with spinal concerns.

Voodoo Doll Class in New Orleans

A two-hour hands-on class in New Orleans' French Quarter where you'll learn about voodoo history and craft your own doll to take home. Daytime sessions run Wednesday–Friday for all ages; evening classes (Wednesday–Sunday) are adults-only. You'll work in a creative group setting in the heart of the Quarter, with the option to bring your own drinks while you make.

Hamilton and Washington Revolutionary Walking Tour

A 3-hour walking tour through Lower Manhattan tracing the lives and partnership of Alexander Hamilton and George Washington during the American Revolution and founding era. Led by a historian with 25+ years' experience, you'll visit key sites including Washington's inauguration location, the Hamilton-Burr duel site, and the Declaration of Independence reading spot. Groups stay small at 16 people maximum, allowing closer interaction with your guide.

Arlington Cemetery & Changing of the Guard Exclusive Guided Tour

A 2.5-hour walking tour of Arlington National Cemetery led by a dedicated guide who'll take you through the grounds to learn about notable figures buried here. You'll cover the cemetery's most significant sites on foot, moving at a steady pace across the grounds. The tour runs regardless of weather, and you're free to choose between a private guide (just your group) or a semi-private option to save money. Not suitable for those with mobility restrictions or wheelchair users.

Ghosts, Gods, & Gangsters of New Orleans

An adults-only walking tour through New Orleans' darker history, led by parapsychologist Dr. Edward Simon. Running 1 hour 45 minutes, you'll explore sites linked to occultism, vice, and local legend—from Gallatin Street's red-light past to the Old Ursuline Convent's vampire lore. The specific route shifts each night based on the guide's choice, so no two tours are identical. Suits anyone after atmospheric storytelling and genuine historical strangeness rather than mainstream sightseeing.

Award-winning Art Deco & Neon Lights Walking Tour in Miami Beach

A 2.5-hour walking tour through Miami Beach's Art Deco district led by a local historian, uncovering the neighbourhood's unusual urban history alongside its architectural heritage. You'll visit crime scenes that made international headlines, peek into hotel lobbies and hidden rooftop terraces, and trace locations from Miami Vice, Scarface and The Birdcage. The guide provides a curated map and weaves together architectural detail with quirky historical anecdotes—suited to anyone curious about how Miami Beach was engineered from swampland into a cultural landmark.

Badass Women's History Walking Tour of Philadelphia

A 1 hour 45 minute walking tour of Philadelphia centred on women's contributions to the city's founding and development. You'll hear stories of Hannah Callowhill Penn, Ona Judge's escape from George Washington's household, Barbara Gittings' LGBTQ activism, and women who shaped medicine, art and the Gayborhood. The tour deliberately sidesteps the standard founding-fathers narrative in favour of overlooked female entrepreneurs, doctors, politicians, artists and activists.

Walkin' Nashville - Music City Legends Tour

A 1.5–2 hour walking tour through Nashville's music history led by Grammy-nominated journalist and songwriter Bill DeMain. You'll explore decades of country and rock history through the stories of artists DeMain has interviewed—from Dolly Parton to David Bowie—and learn how Nashville earned its Music City reputation. Suited to music fans wanting substance over surface-level sightseeing.

1h 30m – 1h 50mfrom AUD $57

★ 5.0 (99)

🛕 Culture & History

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1 If By Land Walking Tours

A 2.5-hour walking tour of Boston that overlays historical photographs of specific locations onto the present-day cityscape you're standing in. You'll cover significant ground across the city with a guide who provides context and comparison between past and present. Suits anyone with moderate fitness who wants to see how Boston has changed rather than just visit landmarks.

History of Savannah Walking Tour

A 90-minute walking tour of Savannah's Historic District designed around small groups and storytelling rather than speed. You'll explore the city's distinctive grid of squares and landmark buildings from 1733 onwards, with frequent shaded stops and time for questions. This suits anyone wanting to understand the layout and history that shaped Savannah, without the rush of larger commercial tours.

NYC Secrets of Grand Central Private Walking Tour

A 90-minute private walking tour of Grand Central Terminal led by a licensed NYC guide who reveals architectural quirks, hidden spaces and forgotten history. You'll learn why the zodiac ceiling is inverted, locate a concealed tennis court, discover a cocktail bar built inside a former office and speakeasy, and uncover the symbolism embedded by the Vanderbilt family who built the 1913 landmark. Ear pieces ensure you hear every detail in the busy terminal.

Veteran-Led Arlington National Cemetery Walking Tour

A 3-hour walking tour of Arlington National Cemetery led by a retired Air Force lieutenant colonel with 25 years' direct knowledge of the grounds. Unlike standard cemetery tours, this one prioritises the individual stories and historical context of those interred rather than rote facts. Groups capped at 12 people to allow Eric Hommel to tailor the experience to visitors' interests—whether history, military decisions, or veteran policy—while respecting the cemetery's solemn atmosphere. You'll cover roughly 3 miles on foot.

Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil Walking Tour

A 90-minute walking tour through Savannah's Historic District that traces locations from John Berendt's 'Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil'. You'll visit actual addresses linked to the book's characters — including Berendt's former home, Joe Odom's house, and Helen Drexel's residence — while your guide shares the real stories and photographs behind the figures who made Savannah famous. Suits literary fans and curious visitors wanting the actual Savannah beyond the bestseller's narrative.

San Diego Coronado History and Highlights Small Group Tour

A 2h 45m small-group walking tour of Coronado Island, exploring the neighbourhood's Victorian mansions, waterfront views, and cultural heritage as a former hub for artists and aviators. You'll cover roughly 2 miles on foot, taking in architectural details and local history before a snack break. Wheelchair accessible and suitable for mixed fitness levels, though comfortable walking shoes are essential.

Storied Charleston Walking Tour by Author Liz Butler

A 90-minute walking tour of central Charleston led by a tenth-generation local and published author. You'll cover cobblestone streets, historic alleyways, and harbour vistas while hearing narratives tied to the city's founding families and pivotal moments—from colonial settlement through Civil War to present day. Small-group format means the pace and stories adapt to who shows up that day.

Secret Places of Central Park

A 2.5-hour walking tour of Central Park's quieter northern reaches (above 100th Street) led by a licensed NYC guide with 20+ years' experience and historian credentials. You'll explore Revolutionary War fortifications, formal gardens, and the park's man-made landscape features while learning about its design and pre-park history. Limited to 16 people and requires moderate to good fitness — the route covers roughly 3.25 miles of uneven terrain, dirt trails, and short steep sections.

The "Madams of DC" Guided Walking Tour

A 2.5-hour guided walking tour exploring Washington DC's Civil War–era red light district along Pennsylvania Avenue. You'll hear stories of the women who worked in brothels and their unexpected influence on government affairs—a chapter of local history rarely covered elsewhere. No museum entries required; it's entirely outdoors on accessible, level surfaces.

8pm Holy City Hauntings Tour

A 90-minute evening walking tour of Charleston's most haunted locations, led by guides from a paranormal research team. You'll visit sites investigated by the team and hear their findings—audio and visual evidence they've documented—alongside historical research sourced from death records, coroner inquests, and the South Carolina Historical Society. The tour aims to separate verified local history from invented folklore, focusing on documented deaths and the real stories behind Charleston's reputation.

Historic Garden District Walking Tour

A 2-hour walking tour of Lafayette's Garden District, a National Historic Landmark exploring the neighbourhood's transformation from plantation land into a diverse settlement of American, Irish, African American, Creole and Jewish communities from the 1830s onward. Led by a licensed local guide who doubles as a cultural ambassador, you'll learn how ethnic neighbourhoods developed and coexisted in this historically layered part of the city, with a lagniappe (a French custom of giving something extra) included.

Ghost and Pirate Tour of Old Town Alexandria

A 1 hour 15 minute guided evening walk through Old Town Alexandria's cobblestone streets, combining pirate and ghost stories tied to the port city's actual history. You'll be led by guides from Alexandria's longest-running ghost tour company, carrying a lantern as you move through dimly lit streets and finish at a haunted train tunnel. Suits anyone wanting local history layered with folklore—no fitness demands, accessible for wheelchairs and strollers.

Private customized walking tour of Charleston

A two-hour private walking tour of historic Charleston led by a certified guide. You'll move through the city's colonial architecture, churches, and public buildings while covering 356 years of history—from settlement through wars and natural disasters to present day. Tours are tailored to your group's interests, with options to explore Gullah culture and the history of enslaved people that shaped the city.

Gold Elvis Wedding or Vow Renewal at Las Vegas Sign

A 45-minute Elvis wedding or vow renewal at the iconic Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas sign, conducted by a professional Elvis officiant. You'll exchange vows, hear live singing, and share a first dance at one of Vegas's most photographed landmarks. Unlimited phone photography is included; professional photography packages are optional add-ons. This works for legal ceremonies (bring your Clark County Marriage License), renewals, or commitment celebrations.

Black History & Tremè Neighborhood Walking Tour

A 1 hour 45 minute walking tour of the Tremè neighbourhood led by guides who actively perform and work within New Orleans' Black cultural institutions. You'll explore the historical and contemporary spaces that shaped African American culture in the city, with storytelling grounded in lived experience and deep community knowledge rather than surface-level history. Suited to anyone wanting context beyond guidebooks.

ACL Live Guided Backstage Tour at The Moody Theater

A 90-minute guided backstage tour of The Moody Theater, home to the legendary Austin City Limits TV series. You'll watch a short film of iconic performances, walk the original stage where nearly 1,000 artists have played since Willie Nelson in 1974, explore green rooms and backstage spaces, and view photography archives spanning 50 seasons. Designed for music fans keen to see the working venue behind one of television's longest-running shows.

Boston: Votes for Women History Tour of Back Bay

A 2.5-hour walking tour through Boston's Back Bay neighbourhood that traces the women's suffrage movement from 1870 to 1920. You'll visit landmarks including Boston Common, the Public Garden, Newbury Street, and Copley Square whilst hearing stories of the activists and financiers who shaped the fight for voting rights. Groups stay small—capped at 15 people—and guides are local historians rather than actors, keeping the focus on the history itself rather than theatrical presentation.

New Orleans Creole History and Culture Ride

A 3-hour bike tour through New Orleans' Marigny, Bywater and St Roch neighbourhoods that connects you to the city's 300-year creative legacy via the streets, architecture, music and food culture that shaped it. You'll cycle slow on flat, quiet streets with frequent stops to hear local stories and street history, catered to your group's interests. Suits all ages and fitness levels.

Minneapolis Skyway Walking Tour

A 2 hour 15 minute walking tour through Minneapolis's skyway system — the world's largest contiguous network of enclosed second-storey bridges connecting 80 city blocks across 9 miles. You'll navigate the downtown corridors year-round, discovering architectural landmarks and retail spaces that define the city's identity. Ideal in winter when the climate-controlled walkways shield you from Minnesota's severe weather, though equally valuable in summer heat or rain. Suitable for all fitness levels with scheduled breaks.

Walking Tour of Houston: History, Architecture, Street Art

A 2-hour guided walk through Houston's downtown covering 2 miles, moving between the Historic District's Art Deco buildings and the modern Skyline. You'll see the city's oldest structure and tallest tower, explore street art, and ride the free modern tram once. Led by a local guide, it's a straightforward overview of Houston's architectural span and cultural layers, best for walkers comfortable with distance and outdoor conditions.

Central Park Guided Walking Tour in French

A 3.5-hour guided walk through Central Park led by French-speaking expatriates, covering the park's design history, cultural significance, film locations, and seasonal character. You'll learn why Central Park matters to New Yorkers and how it functions within the densely built city around it. Best suited to French speakers or anyone wanting insider perspective from guides who've lived in New York for years.

Charleston Walking Tours with Ann

A 2–3 hour private walking tour of Charleston led by a local guide who grew up in the city and weaves personal stories into historical narrative. You'll move at your own pace through neighbourhoods and landmarks, with the itinerary shaped to your interests and mobility needs. Suited to anyone wanting a tailored introduction to Charleston's history without the group-tour feel.

2 hours – 3 hoursfrom AUD $113

Miami Art Deco Gems & Jewels Small Group & Exclusive Access Tour

★ 5.0 (57)

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United States

Miami Art Deco Gems & Jewels Small Group & Exclusive Access Tour

A 2.5-hour small-group walking tour through Miami Beach's Art Deco Historic District with exclusive interior access to landmark hotels and buildings closed to large groups. You'll explore architectural gems from the 1920s–40s boom era, learn the tangled history from swampland to resort destination, and discover filming locations from Miami Vice and Scarface. Guides hold degrees in hospitality and tourism management, and the intimate group size means personalised recommendations and fewer crowds.

Cigar Factory Tour in Little Havana, Miami

A one-hour guided tour through Casa Habano in Little Havana that walks you through tobacco cultivation, curing, fermentation and ageing, then traces Miami's rise as the Cigar Capital of the World. You'll learn the craft and history whether you smoke or not, and the tour includes Cuban coffee and pastries. It's equal parts education and hands-on experience, set in a working factory within the historic district.

Seamus Walks Old City

A 90-minute walking tour of Philadelphia's Old City led by a local comedian-guide who weaves humour through stops at Independence Hall, the Betsy Ross House, and Elfreth's Alley. Small groups (max 20) mean you'll get genuine insider perspective on the neighbourhood's role in American independence, delivered with personality rather than dry recitation. Runs Saturdays and Sundays, with expanded Friday–Sunday scheduling from June.

Blue Painted Lady House Tour - Interior Guided Tour by Owner

A 90-minute guided tour of one of San Francisco's famous Painted Ladies, led by the owner through three floors of a blue Victorian home. You'll see period furnishings and artworks spanning nearly 174 years of one family's life in the city — this is a lived-in private residence, not a museum recreation, and access is genuinely rare. Suited to adults and teenagers with curiosity about local history and domestic life.

Wynwood French Guided Tour - Street Art

A 2-hour guided walk through Wynwood's street art district led by French-based guides who explain the neighbourhood's mural styles, artistic techniques, and cultural significance. You'll learn how artists use public walls to express political and social messages, plus get local tips on the best cafes, restaurants and shops in this vibrant Miami quarter. Suits all ages and fitness levels.

3 Hour NYC Photography Workshop

A 3-hour photography workshop led by a working professional who guides you through Manhattan's best shooting locations while teaching composition and technique. You'll learn how to frame shots better and get answers to your photography questions as you explore iconic city sights. Suits anyone from beginners with a smartphone to those with a camera keen to sharpen their eye.

Mile High Hauntings: Guided Ghost Tour in Downtown Denver

A 2.5-hour walking ghost tour through Denver's LoDo district led by a guide who shares documented haunted history and local folklore tied to specific downtown locations. You'll visit several of the city's most famous supernatural sites and learn the stories attached to them—suited to anyone interested in Denver's darker history, whether you're a seasoned paranormal enthusiast or just curious about the city's past.

Walking Savannah's Hidden History Tour

A 2-hour walking tour of Savannah for adults and teens (16+) that skips the standard heritage narrative and focuses on scandalous, tragic and quirky real history. You'll visit colonial and civil war sites, antebellum mansions, secret tunnels and vaults, moss-draped squares and lesser-known corners of the city with a local guide who draws from primary sources to animate historical figures and events.

2 hoursfrom AUD $49

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