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    Capitol Hill & Library of Congress Highlights Walking Tour (With Tickets)

    4.8 (165)

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    Washington,

    A grand walking tour of Capitol Hill to explore the Supreme Court, Library of Congress, and US Capitol. Learn about the country's legislative & judicial branches and step inside with the included entry tickets. Supreme Court: The tour does not enter, but you will get a full understanding of the judicial branch. Library of Congress: See an original Gutenberg Bible, view Jefferson's original library collection. Take a peek in the main Reading Room and admire items such as a draft of the Gettysburg Address, handwritten lyrics for “The Sound of Music,” Maya Lin’s drawings for the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, original artwork by Stan Lee for the Spider-Man comic. Capitol Building: Learn about the Burning of Washington and find the best angle for a photo. See the original plaster model of Freedom. Your guide will secure hard-to-get tickets for the docent-led tour, which brings you into the Crypt, the Rotunda, and the Old House.

    In-person

    1+ years

    $75

    Best Vortex and Chakra Tour of Sedona

    4.9 (188)

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    Sedona, AZ

    Though other companies may offer Vortex tours, our guides are highly educated and knowledgeable in many facets of the energies of Sedona. They offer a plethora of information rarely spoken about elsewhere. In addition, our guides do individual Chakra readings. Your Chakras are the Vortexes of your body and offer great insight as to what is going on in your life now and in the future. You will find out if you have natural psychic gifts, see how well things are flowing in your body and much more. This is not just a tour. It is truly an experience!

    In-person

    1+ years

    $140

    Ethnic Food Tour in Over the Rhine with Riverside Food Tours

    5.0 (165)

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    Cincinnati, OH

    Travel the world without leaving Cincinnati! If you’re looking for fun things to do in Cincinnati, this guided culinary tour will introduce you to some of the best ethnic food in town.  We may begin with Hawaiian-inspired steamed bun filled with a delicious BBQ, a glass of bubble tea, a Mexican street taco. Other unique tastings may include an Argentinean empanada, or a slice of NY style pizza. We may feature French macarons or a piece of Lebanese baklava. Or visit to a modern day beer garden for a sample of German delights! The Ethnic Eats Tour begins in beautiful Washington Park, where the heart of Over the Rhine congregates. We'll enjoy dishes at 5 unique locally owned restaurants.  (Please note: Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate nut, food allergies, low carb, diabetes, gluten free, vegan or lactose free restrictions). By the end of the tour, you’ll have some amazing photos in front of iconic buildings and landmarks, and insider’s local knowledge of the food and drinks scene.

    In-person

    All ages

    $99

    New York Contrasts Tour + Upper & Lower Manhattan Spanish/English

    5.0 (51)

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    New York, NY

    The most comprehensive tour to discover New York. We depart at 8:00 AM from Midtown to explore Columbus Circle, Lincoln Center, and the Dakota Building, taking a walk through Strawberry Fields and observing the San Remo Towers, the American Museum of Natural History, and Fifth Avenue, with views of the Guggenheim, the MET, and the Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Reservoir. We will cross the Queensboro Bridge to the Queensbridge Park viewpoint and continue through Astoria to The Bronx, visiting the Joker Stairs, Yankee Stadium, and iconic murals. We will then pass through Malba and Flushing Meadows-Corona Park, home to Citi Field, the US Open, and the Unisphere. In Brooklyn, we will explore Williamsburg, home to the Hasidic Jewish community, before finally crossing the Manhattan Bridge and ending near Ground Zero, the perfect spot to continue discovering Downtown on your own.

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    All ages

    $80

    The Ghosts of New Orleans Tour

    4.7 (713)

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    New Orleans, LA

    The Ghosts of New Orleans Tour will take you to New Orleans' most haunted locations. On this 90-minute ghost tour, you'll learn the secrets of the French Quarter's ghosts and haunted past. If you have 10 or more guests in one group, please get in touch with the private & group sales coordinator with Ghost City Tours.

    In-person

    All ages

    $29

    New Orleans French Quarter and More Carriage Ride

    4.8 (1260)

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    New Orleans, LA

    You and your guests are going to love the opportunity to sit back and relax while your carriage driver unfolds 300 years of fun-filled history on your mule-drawn carriage ride. We cover the storied history of New Orleans, discussing everything from our resilient culture to the aging architecture. While our carriage tours cover a ton of history, they aren't boring history lectures. Aside from history, we'll chat about things like food, cocktails, nightclubs, jazz, museums, must-sees, and things to do!

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    All ages

    $65

    New Orleans Music Tour

    4.3 (35)

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    New Orleans, LA

    Explore the world’s richest musical city, starting with the legendary Preservation Hall. Visit the site of the Old French Opera House and stroll through the Tango Belt and May Bailey’s before arriving at the Treme section.  Stroll through the Tango Belt to the New Orleans Musicians Tomb in St. Louis Cemetery #1, the use of which was donated by the musical dynasty Barbarin Family for free burial to musicians.  From the cemetery you will check out the remains of Storyville (including Frank Early’s Saloon where “Pretty Baby” was written),  turn-of-the-century red light district whose parlors presented King Oliver, Buddy Bolden, Jelly Roll Morton, Sidney Bechet and more during the time when jazz was born.  From Storyville,  venture into Louis Armstrong Park, Congo Square, the only place in North American where pure West African religious ritual and musical traditions were performed.

    In-person

    All ages

    $25
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    Holiday in July Camp

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    by Jordan's Corner

    Scottsdale, AZ

    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.

    In-person

    Ages 3-7 years

    $325$65

    Small Group Capitol Hill Tour with Reserved Entry Tickets

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    Washington,

    Discover the heart of American democracy on this immersive 3-hour Capitol Hill experience — including hard-to-get timed entry tickets to both the U.S. Capitol and the Library of Congress, fully handled for you. Beginning at the iconic U.S. Supreme Court, guests explore the Capitol's exterior before stepping inside the Capitol Visitor Center, where famous statues, hidden history, and remarkable stories await. The highlight: a 30 to 45 minute professional Docent-led tour of the stunning Capitol Rotunda. From there, guests travel the historic Capitol tunnels — walked daily by senators and congressmen — emerging at the Library of Congress, the largest library on earth, to explore the Jefferson Library, the Gutenberg Bible, the breathtaking Main Reading Room, and more. Let us handle the stressful part for you, and enjoy a seamless experience of Capitol Hill!

    In-person

    All ages

    $52

    Oak Alley Plantation Tour with Transportation

    4.6 (60)

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    New Orleans, LA

    Take your time enjoying the Oak Alley tour and exploring the Big House, grounds, slave cabins, exhibits, and café. Tour leaves from the Doubletree Hotel in the French Quarter. Please allow 30 minutes for pick-up. Tour is approximately 8 hours long (drive included). Daily pickup starting at 9:30AM. Dress for the weather! We recommend cool, comfortable clothing. Be sure to pack a bottle of water and your sunscreen.

    In-person

    All ages

    $86

    17-Mile Drive Electric Bike Guided Tour

    4.9 (433)

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    Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

    17-Mile Drive offers the ultimate experience to explore the peninsula. You will ride from our bike shop in downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea. Your guide will take you to all of the best spots in Pebble Beach. You'll pass iconic landmarks such as The Lodge at Pebble Beach, The Lone Cypress, Bird Rock, Point Joe, Spanish Bay, and Crocker Grove, which is home to the largest and oldest Cypress trees in existence. The minimum for a non-private tour to operate is 4 riders. We reserve the right to cancel the tour with full refunds, or convert you to a private guided tour (additional rates apply), or combine your booking with another at a different time and/or day, or convert the tour to a standard rental reservation (no tour guide, freedom of route and timing). As necessary, these options will be reviewed with the customer for their approval 24 hours before the reservation. For parties of 1 or greater than 10, with dogs or children, or any other special requests, please call to inquire and book.

    In-person

    All ages

    $75
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    Junior Scientists Camp (Dino Entertainment Show)

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    by Jordan's Corner

    Scottsdale, AZ

    A science-packed week that moves from prehistoric discoveries to simple chemistry and basic biology. Campers will do kid-safe experiments, mix colors, make potions, explore fossils and volcanoes, and learn about living things through hands-on stations and sensory play

    In-person

    Ages 3-7 years

    $325$65

    Charleston French Quarter or Brunch Food Tour with 7+ Tastings

    4.9 (2190)

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    Charleston, SC

    Explore 300 years of history on our Charleston French Quarter Food Tour! We begin with rustic Chicken Bog and delicate Benne Wafers near the Historic City Market. Savor Cheese & Chives Hot Little Biscuits, She-Crab Soup, and famous Shrimp & Grits while walking past St. Philip’s Church, the Dock Street Theatre, and the notorious Pirate House. We'll then reveal our melt-in-your-mouth Secret Dish, finishing with a Handmade Pecan Cluster. Elevate your tour with our Drink Upgrade featuring a local Ale, Spiked Tea, and a Mini Wine Flight!

    In-person

    All ages

    $110

    Snoqualmie Falls and Wineries Tour from Seattle

    4.6 (259)

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    Seattle, WA

    We have more than 15 years experiences in tourism industry. We graduated hospitality & tourism at Edmond Community College. Holding Destination Specialist Certificate for North America, the Caribbean, and Europe. We are flexible, and our guests satisfaction is of utmost importance to us. We are academic persons. We have been working about 4 years in Seattle area.

    In-person

    All ages

    $135

    Alcatraz Night Tour and San Francisco Bay Cruise

    3.8 (13)

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    San Francisco, CA

    This is it! The one and only Alcatraz Night Tour from Alcatraz City Cruises. As compared to the Day Tour, it may feel a little bit creepier (haunted?) while having less crowds, added ranger or docent-led tours, and extra narration on the outbound ferry. Plus, you will take a separate high quality excursion with spectacular views along San Francisco Bay. This can be done before or after Alcatraz, with daily departures; no reservations required. First, select a date from the evening schedule. You get the Alcatraz prison tour, complete with headset audio (available in Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Portuguese, Russian and Spanish). Considering how often the Alcatraz Night Tour sells out at the Pier 33 Box Office, this package is often a great way to get a ticket to Alcatraz and make memories going all along the San Francisco waterfront and out under the Golden Gate Bridge and back.

    In-person

    All ages

    $169

    Historic Charleston Guided Sightseeing Walking Tour

    4.9 (6751)

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    Charleston, SC

    Every corner of Charleston hides a world of history. Join us as your guide shares with you hundreds of years of stories, history, and local knowledge. This is a relaxing 2-hour stroll through the quaint and charming streets of the historic district including the French Quarter and the residential area "South of Broad", all the while learning about the people and events that shaped Charleston.

    In-person

    6+ years

    $30

    Hands-on Cajun Roux Cooking Class in New Orleans

    5.0 (385)

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    New Orleans, LA

    The Mardi Gras School of Cooking does small, intimate hands-on classes in the French Quarter. Classes are more like a dinner party with friends. Feel welcomed into our kitchens by the Chefs themselves. From the moment you arrive until you roll out the door our Chefs are friendly, personable and entertaining. Not to mention their culinary skills are impeccable. Our minimum class size is 2 people. A solo traveler may join an already scheduled class. Call us to hear about the available classes. For parties of 8 or more, you will have to contact us directly to book. We have questions.

    In-person

    10+ years

    $163

    French Quarter Historical Sights and Stories Walking Tour

    4.9 (2912)

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    New Orleans, LA

    This tour of New Orleans' oldest and most vibrant neighborhood has history, culture, architecture, and all the great stories that help you really understand what this city is all about! We keep our group size at 12 or fewer guests to make in a fun, personal experience.

    In-person

    All ages

    $35

    Asia in Queens Exploring NYC’s Largest and Most Diverse Chinatown

    5.0 (22)

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    Flushing, NY

    This diversity is perhaps best represented through Flushing’s stellar food scene. On this walk through the neighborhood, we’ll explore the area’s almost mind-blowing culinary diversity while also learning about Flushing’s fascinating history. We’ll visit vendors, the outdoor stands of local restaurants and some of Flushing’s mall-based food courts – considered by locals to have some of the area’s best eats – tasting delicacies from China, Korea, Vietnam and other countries. From stalls selling Hong Kong-style dim sum and snacks to bakeries turning out the Korean take on French pastries and a visit to a local kimchi maker, we’ll dive deep into the best that the neighborhood has to offer. On our Flushing food tour, we’ll take a look at some of area’s unique cultural markers, from a storefront Daoist temple to the Flushing Quaker Meeting House, built in 1694 – a testament to the important role the area, originally a Dutch settlement, has played in the history of New York.

    In-person

    All ages

    $175
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    SEL Camp in Downtown Baltimore August 3rd-August 7th

    by Prodigy Youth Services Inc

    Baltimore, MD

    Summer Leadership & Enrichment Camp – SEL Focused With Prodigy Youth Services This summer, give your child the chance to grow into their best self with a camp experience designed to strengthen both heart and mind! Our Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) summer camp is built to empower young girls and boys with tools for leadership, emotional intelligence, confidence, and personal growth. Through engaging group discussions, multimedia projects, and hands-on activities, campers will build skills that go beyond the classroom—like teamwork, self-awareness, communication, and problem-solving. Each week includes interactive workshops led by guest speakers, mentors, and motivational leaders who are passionate about youth development. 📅 Dates: June 29, 2026 – August 7, 2026 💰 Cost: $900 for the full summer 🚌 Transportation: May be provided upon request 🍽️ Lunch included 🎉 Fun activities, leadership building, and SEL-focused lessons every week! Give your child a summer full of purpose, fun, and personal growth. Spots are limited—reserve yours today! Contact us for more information, information@prodigyys.com (667)-416-9295

    In-person

    Ages 8-14 years

    $150

    Private Music Row Walking Tour

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    Nashville, TN

    Hey y’all — I’ve lived in Nashville for over 20 years, writing songs, co-writing on Music Row, and performing country music from coast to coast. I love Music City — especially the history of Music Row. Come join me on a walking tour! You'll get a behind-the-scenes look at this iconic area from someone who’s been in the writing rooms, worked with musicians who knew the legends, and lived the musical heartbeat of this town. We’ll walk past the studios and landmarks where country and rock ’n’ roll history were made. Along the way, I’ll share some of my own experiences and maybe even play a tune or two. It’s laid-back, personal, and different every time. My goal is to keep it fun and meaningful with real stories from the road and the Row. We’ll wrap things up with a private acoustic performance — possibly in my favorite Music Row dive bar! **Note:** I only offer a few of these per month and require at least 3 days' notice to book. Feel free to message me with questions before booking!

    In-person

    6+ years

    $25

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