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From academics to businessmen to community leaders, learn the stories of the achievements of Greensboro's African American community. On this guided tour of Greensboro's African American history, learn the stories of how the community found creative ways to cope with the systems of discrimination around them, from the creation of Green Book hotels to the foundation of church communities, to the creation of educational and business institutions.

Embark on a 1-hour journey into Belle Meade with its Journey to Jubilee historic tour. Join us as we take an honest look at the lives and stories of the African Americans who were enslaved, and later employed, at Belle Meade with intentional respect and empathy. Our Journey to Jubilee tour is intended to honor the legacy and sacrifices of the individuals held in legal bondage on this property from 1807 until emancipation in 1865, as well as to explore the complexities of their new freedom in the post-Civil War years. Using a unique approach that includes reading aloud from primary sources, and engaging dialogue with the audience, this experience creates a forum for exploring the history of slavery in a new way. Enjoy a complimentary Wine Tasting after your tour and access to the Grounds for a self-guided tour. Please Note: This tour is guided, but it does not include access to the main Mansion portion of the estate. Please book your Guided Mansion Tours separately.

Perched on the headlands above the Golden Gate Bridge is the California Palace of the Legion of Honor. This unique art museum is one of San Francisco’s greatest treasures, and its spectacular setting is made even more dramatic by the impressive French neoclassical building. Explore an extensive collection of European paintings and sculptures, ancient Mediterranean art and the largest collection of works on paper in the American West, and upgrade to enjoy the audio tour or gain entrance to the fascinating Special Exhibits. You can also enter the Young Museum with this ticket at no extra cost!

The tour begins with a ride through the Bywater and Marigny neighborhoods, home to history, art, and delightful shotgun houses. Your licensed tour guide will take you up Esplanade Ave, once known as “Creole Millionaires Row”. We’ll ride the oak lined avenue and marvel at the architecture, passing by Faubourg Treme and into Faubourg St. John. After a leisurely pedal through City Park, we’ll stop for a well-deserved break. Riders will have the opportunity to purchase beignets and café au lait at Cafe Du Monde. We then follow the trail of one of the oldest roads in the US - Bayou Road, the very reason New Orleans exists. Lastly we’ll pedal our way back through the historic French Quarter and the Marigny, admiring the sights along the way. Tour length: Approximately 9 miles Paved Paradise Tours is a small, owner-operated company that provides a truly local perspective. We live, work, and play in these neighborhoods; we'll show you hidden gems you'll want to revisit later.

On this excursion with a bilingual Spanish and English guide, the bus trip is approximately 6 hours and 30 minutes, departing from Manhattan. We will have some stops along the way and arriving to have breakfast in Niagara around 7:00 am, then around 8:30 am we will begin to visit the different viewpoints (Bridal Veil on Goat Island, The Horseshoe at Terrapin Point and the American waterfall. The Maid of the Mist boat ride is NOT included but you can purchase it from the guide for $30 dollars from May 1 to October 25. This beautiful and splendid place is included in the very long list of excursions from New York that you should do. It was discovered by European colonizers, not only its beauty presents a unique appeal. Falls represent a source of energy and the most influential and unique possibility of environmental conservation. We recommend that if you are going to visit New York City, reserve one day just to enjoy this great tourist attraction.

Step aboard the Riverboat CITY of NEW ORLEANS for a fun 2-hour Dinner Jazz Cruise on the Mississippi River! Enjoy live jazz music and signature cocktails as you cruise past iconic French Quarter landmarks, historic riverfront sites, and stunning city views. Savor a Creole-inspired dinner menu while enjoying beverages from one of the full-service bars onboard, including the City Skyline Bar on Deck 4, offering panoramic views of the river and downtown New Orleans. A snack bar is also available with popcorn, sodas, and other casual favorites. Perfect for couples, friends, groups, and special occasions, our Dinner Jazz Cruise delivers an unforgettable evening of New Orleans sights, cuisine, and music all in one experience!

Dig into a mysterious side of New Orleans with this French Quarter spirits walking tour. See if you encounter any the spirits that have decided to call the French Quarter home. Visit some of the many haunted locations throughout the neighborhood. Don't miss out on this exciting look at New Orleans with a licensed tour guide.  Guests will be allowed to stop in bars along the tour route to grab a to go drink and then the tour group heads out to the next location. Please keep in mind that some bars allow children inside however some do not. Welcome to the home of the New Orleans Drunken Tour....  Where learning is intoxicating.

Drink your way through one of the oldest, most cultured and historic neighborhoods in the United States on this innovative, interactive tour complete with stories of New Orleans history, dark history, legends of ghosts, voodoo, vampires, comedy, and, of course, drinks. A real EMF Meter - Ghost/Paranormal Detector will be used during this tour. Follow the guide through the magical streets of the Vieux Carre (French Quarter) and visit historic and cultural landmarks. This informative and entertaining experience is centered around New Orleans' history and the detailed events of it's past. Learn how New Orleans has developed into the magnificent city that it is today from a knowledgeable local guide. Boozers, history buffs, and paranormal enthusiasts alike are sure to have a blast on the drunk history of New Orleans walking tour, surely a memorable experience. Rewrite history by putting your own spin on some of New Orleans most talked about historical events and haunted locations.

I’m Pilar, a NYC photojournalist, licensed tour guide, and true New York lover. On this photo walk, we’ll explore iconic spots and hidden corners while you learn to capture real NYC moments—no tourist clichés. Every season brings a different mood: golden fall light, winter shadows, spring color, or summer street energy. I’ll help you work with light and composition in a fun, relaxed way. English & Spanish. All cameras are Welcome.

Oahu has many amazing spots to learn how to surf. The world-famous North Shore is probably one of the best spots in Hawaii to learn how to catch your first wave. We offer a unique surfing experience suitable for first-time wave sliders. Our professional surf instructors will explain the fundamentals of surfing, reading the surf zone, surfing etiquette, timing, and catching the wave, as well as the transition from paddling to standing. We will fine-tune your lesson to meet your specific needs. To make it even easier for first-timers, a push from your instructor will help you catch your first Hawaiian wave!

On this guided tour in French, discover two beautiful neighborhoods in Brooklyn, anchored on the banks of the East River and cross the Brooklyn Bridge! Our French guides, expatriates in New York for years, are keen to make you spend a friendly moment full of original discoveries!

Scott, your tour guide, has a passion for good story telling! Hear the historic stories, fascinating tales & my interesting tidbits of Tucson History on this guided walking tour! We discuss Tucson's founding in 1775 as a Spanish Colonial Presidio & learn of our 4,000 years of Native American History! We see a historic Sonoran Row House & learn how these mud adobe structures were built for our desert climate. We stroll past charming historic mansions, three by the famous architect Henry Trost, learning the fascinating tales of our Pioneer Founders...one story is a real hoot! We visit the historic Pima County Courthouse to learn of the Dillinger Gangs capture in Tucson in 1934. Learn of a famous gunfighter & the fascinating story of Tucson’s first cathedral! We stroll past a historic theatre, see a stunning former department store, see Tucson's first skyscaper, and learn of a former luxury hotel, as we hear of Tucson's mid century shopping scene that gains national acclaim!

Learn about the unique French and Spanish architecture of New Orleans as well as the history of the French Quarter.

Join us for one of North America's most sought-after Secret Food Tours, and experience the culinary delights of Charleston's French Quarter like never before! Our five-star rated tour takes you on a foodie adventure through the city's picturesque and historic streets with experienced guides passionate about sharing the stories behind the delicious dishes you'll be sampling. Discover how pirates, pandemics, natural disasters, and wars have all shaped Charleston's unique food scene as you indulge in low-country cuisine, including Carolina-style BBQ, Shrimp & Grits, and an exceptional handmade ice cream… and you'll also get to enjoy a surprise Secret Dish, carefully selected by our expert guides to showcase the best of Charleston's culinary scene! For those who want to take their experience to the next level, we offer a thoughtfully curated Upgraded Drinks Package, with quality libations served at select stops throughout the tour.

Explore Miami on a 2-hour open-top double-decker bus tour through South Beach, Lincoln Rd, the Art Deco District, Downtown, Wynwood, and Little Havana. Enjoy live bilingual commentary in English and Spanish covering the city’s history and culture. The tour includes a 10-minute photo stop in Wynwood to see its famous murals, plus a 25-minute stop in Little Havana to experience Cuban sights, sounds, and cuisine. Upgrade to add a 75-minute Biscayne Bay cruise. Hop off at Bayside Marketplace and relax on a shaded pontoon boat as a bilingual host points out landmarks, celebrity waterfront homes, South Beach, Fisher Island, Port of Miami, and the Miami skyline. After the cruise, rejoin the bus for your return to South Beach.

More than a tour - it's an event! We ghost hunt inside 2+ exclusive haunted houses. Feel the thrill as you blend intuition & investigation together & collect evidence. This is real hands on experience, not a curated show! Sometimes the ghosts are more active than others! Your interaction matters too! Let your disbelief dissapear as we work in a team to communicate with the other side. You'll receive free entry to the Haunted Museum on this event & repeat visitss - open 7 days a week + discounted readings. Bloody Mary's tours offers you a true insiders experience - you will enjoy paranormal tips, how-to's & haunted history. You'll also be part of a 9-year long paranormal investigation. Use our professional Para tools! Voodoo Queen Bloody Mary is the celebrity ghost hunter seen on Ghost Adventures, Paranormal Lockdown, Paranormal FIles, Buzzfeed Unsolved, Youtube, and over 2000 documentaries. Join this famous author and psychic w her ghost hunter team now! (Small groups of 8-12)

Discover the spooky side of New Orleans at your own pace with this self-guided audio tour. Using just your phone, delve into the city’s haunted history filled with chilling tales and ghostly sound effects. Available in six languages—English, Spanish, Portuguese, Hindi, Chinese, and Japanese—this tour offers a unique way to experience the eerie vibes of the French Quarter and beyond. No app or login is needed, making it easy to explore whenever you want. - Experience New Orleans’ haunted history through an audio tour - Enjoy chilling stories complemented by eerie music and stories - Available in English, Spanish, Portuguese, Hindi, Chinese, and Japanese - Easy access—just use your phone and headphones, no app or login required

Holiday in July Camp is a creative and interactive program where campers celebrate and learn about a different holiday each day. Through hands-on crafts, games, stories, and themed snacks, children explore traditions from holidays throughout the year. Campers might wrap gifts for Christmas, make Valentine’s cards for friends, eat green pancakes for St. Patrick’s Day, decorate eggs for Easter, or create festive art for many other celebrations. This camp encourages creativity, friendship, cultural learning, and lots of fun, all while bringing the magic of the holidays into summer.

Let yourself be guided through the most famous urban park in the world, discover its origin, its evolution, its filming locations and the countless anecdotes it contains ... You will also understand why and how Central Park has become the most popular green space for New Yorkers, and how it plays an essential role in a context of excessive urbanization. Flowered in spring, adorned with bright greens in summer, ochres and flamboyant reds in autumn, or dressed in a snowpack in winter, Central Park can be enjoyed all year round with constantly renewed pleasure. . Our French guides, expatriates in New York for years, are committed to providing you with a friendly moment filled with original discoveries!

We will leave New York for Boston, a historic city with European architecture and renowned for its scientific development.Your first stop will be in Copley Square, where we will admire the Boston Public Library, the Trinity Church, the Old Church of the South, the Fairmont Copley Plaza, the endpoint of the Boston Marathon and the Prudential and John Hancock Towers. Continue to Christ the Scientist Church and walk along Commonwealth Avenue, where the monument to Dominic Faustino Sarmiento is located. Then we visit Fenway Park, home of the Red Sox. At Cambridge, we're stopping at MIT and Harvard University. Back in Boston we will tour Beacon Hill, Boston Common, Public Garden and the Massachusetts State House. We’ll finish at Quincy Market, with free time to have lunch and photograph iconic landmarks like Old State House, Faneuil Hall and The Freedom Trail, before heading back to New York.

Explore the rich tapestry of cultures that shaped Los Angeles on this walking tour. Starting at the iconic Union Station, delve into the history from its origins as a Spanish pueblo to a vibrant American metropolis. Discover Olvera Street, the oldest neighborhood, and visit the Italian American Museum to learn about the contributions of Italian immigrants. Experience the lively ambiance of Chinatown, home to historic neon gates and the only Bruce Lee statue in North America. This immersive journey unveils the stories of diverse communities that have influenced LA's culinary, artistic, and cultural landscape. Visit historic landmarks including the Avila Adobe and the first three-story hotel Explore Chinatown's vibrant shops and taste local culinary delights Discover the contributions of various immigrant groups to LA's culture Enjoy an engaging tour with insights into the city’s transformation through time