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The Historic Highlight Tour of Charleston will show guests the most beautiful, historic and cultural places in Charleston. This includes the French Quarter neighborhood and Charleston's famous South of Broad neighborhood. Allow our knowledgable and easy going guides to take you back and time to see churches, cobblestone road, alleyways and mansions. The tour includes iconic locations such as Rainbow Row, the Battery, Pineapple Fountain, the Four Corners of Law the City Market and more! Join Chicora Tours for a fun and informative tour experience Questions on tours are always welcomed and encouraged!

As you stroll with us, you'll learn about the fascinating beginnings of our city that shaped this world-famous neighborhood. Discover the must-see spots in the French Quarter and learn about the history of the "Vieux Carré.".Our local guides will enlighten you about the best bars, restaurants, and hidden gems to see on your visit here. We will guide you on tour from the mighty Mississippi River, to buildings older than our country, to present-day curious and unique locales. Understand why people become captivated with our city and keep coming back for more.

From its origins as a French fur-trading post to the 4th largest city in the country, the early history can be told through the architectural legacy of the heart of the city. Learn the origins of the ‘Mound City’, from the bustling riverfront of the French-American entrepreneurs through the historic financial and retail districts of the City, you’ll find famous architectural and engineering marvels. Highlights: Old Courthouse, Old Cathedral, Gateway Arch, Eads Bridge, Old Post Office, Wainwright Building, Philip Johnson-designed office building.

On our 3 hour walking food tour of New Orleans French Quarter, you will savor delicious foods from 5 restaurants, mom-and-pop shops and bakeries. In addition to all the delectable food, your guide will discuss the history, culture and food scene of the neighborhood. Our tours are storytelling through food. We call our French Quarter Food Tour "The Classic Five" because you will be tasting the quintessential New Orleans food staples. Join us on a 3 hour food extravaganza, as we eat our way though The Quarter...

Our special Halloween tour in Greenwich Village stands out for its unique atmosphere, between thrills and traditions, in one of New York’s most iconic neighborhoods. Accompanied by a certified Francophone guide, you will dive into ghost stories, haunted places and the fascinating origins of Halloween, all in a beautifully decorated setting for the occasion. An immersive, fun and cultural experience, ideal for young and old, enriched with typical American Halloween goodies. An original and unforgettable way to discover New York, in a very small group of maximum 10 participants in total, at nightfall!

Experience New Orleans through two things that define the city: its food and its history. On this private 3-hour walking tour, explore the French Quarter while tasting classic dishes born from the city's remarkable mix of cultures and traditions. Visit a carefully selected mix of celebrated restaurants and neighborhood favorites for generous tastes of New Orleans specialties. Between stops, discover the people, events, architecture, and traditions behind what you're eating—and how New Orleans became unlike any other American city. This is more than a food crawl: it is a relaxed, personal introduction to the French Quarter through the stories and flavors that shaped it. Please share dietary restrictions when booking. With advance notice, vegetarian substitutions may be possible, but options can be limited. This tour regularly features New Orleans dishes containing pork, seafood, or both, and substitutions cannot be guaranteed without advance notice.

The Wagsters are proud to present their newest production, “MAGIC HAPPENS”. Sit back and relax for 90 action packed minutes of spectacular grand illusions, breathtaking sleight of hand, incredible mind reading, heartfelt stories, and daring escapes all combined with state-of-the-art lighting, sound, and video form a unique one of a kind experience that will leave you spellbound from the second the curtain opens to the final jaw dropping moment. This show was created to help you realize that magic is around us every day, but only happens when you have the courage to pursue your dreams!

Discover the rich history, culture, and beauty of San Antonio on this unforgettable 3-hour guided sightseeing tour. Travel in the comfort of a climate-controlled vehicle with a knowledgeable local guide as you explore the city's most iconic landmarks and the world-famous Spanish Colonial Missions. Your tour includes visits to The Alamo, Houston Street and the Historic Theater District, San Fernando Cathedral, the beautiful King William Historic District, Mission San José, and Mission Concepción. Along the way, your guide will share fascinating stories about San Antonio's Spanish colonial heritage, the Texas Revolution, and the city's vibrant culture. Enjoy plenty of opportunities for photos and short walks at each stop while traveling in a small group for a more personal experience. Whether you're visiting San Antonio for the first time or returning to discover more, this tour is the perfect introduction to the city's most famous landmarks and UNESCO World Heritage missions.

New Orleans is famous for its connection to ghosts, spirits, and the supernatural. With centuries of fascinating and sometimes dark history, the city has earned a reputation as one of America's most haunted destinations. Join us for a family-friendly New Orleans ghost tour through the historic French Quarter, where your local guide will share chilling tales of haunted locations, tragic events, mysterious deaths, and the legends that continue to surround the city. Explore the darker side of New Orleans history, from yellow fever epidemics and Civil War tragedies to paranormal encounters and stories that inspired popular culture. This French Quarter ghost tour combines history, storytelling, and local legends for a memorable evening experience. All locations are viewed from the outside, allowing you to experience the atmosphere and history of these fascinating places after dark. Discover the legends and dark history that make New Orleans unforgettable.

Built in 1861, by local architect James Gallier, Jr. as his private family residence, this Victorian French Quarter townhouse exemplifies architectural features that are not only unique to New Orleans, but also innovative and advanced for the period. Marked by an iconic Paris Green gate, the Royal street home includes an ornate interior décor, running hot and cold water, experimental skylight, intact attached slave quarters, and classic courtyard.

This 3-hour walking tour explores the nine acres of Princeville Botanical Gardens and includes a 50 minute gourmet chocolate tasting. You'll sample chocolate from around the world, north and south of the equator. You'll see our sacred cacao grove and learn about the history of cacao and how chocolate is processed as you sample our own delicious chocolate. Your expert guides will share stories of the gardens' development as well as a wealth of fascinating information about the plants, chocolate and the Hawaiian islands. You'll taste seasonal fruit samples, our garden tropical honey, and a variety of chocolate to keep your energy up as you explore our valleys. This is a chocolate and garden experience unlike any other on Kauai. PLEASE NOTE: If you or any one in your party has been sick or tested positive for COVID in the past few days, please DO NOT visit the gardens until everyone is past stages of spreading infection. Mahalo nui loa for your understanding.

Through this French tour of Harlem, you will dive into the heart of a district steeped in history that has crystallized the hopes of social and cultural emancipation of the African-American community. Our French guides, expatriates in New York for years, are keen to make you spend a friendly moment full of original discoveries!

Learn how to spray paint like a graffiti artist in the epicenter of street art. Your experience begins at the Wynwood Walls Welcome Center, where our friendly staff will greet and check you in. This ticket includes one GA entry and a 30-minute hands-on spray painting demo to ignite your creative side! Afterward, explore the museum at your leisure. Scan QR codes on our plaques to access digital audio tours in English, Spanish, Portuguese, and French, or interact with augmented reality murals that add an immersive layer to your visit. Please arrive 10 minutes before your start time to check in and sign the waiver at the information desk inside the Welcome Center (2516 NW 2nd Ave). All tickets include free Wi-Fi. Parking Recommendation: Wynwood Garage, 311 NW 26th St, Miami, FL 33127. Weather Policy: Experience takes place rain or shine! Required waiver must be signed for all spray painting participants. Age minimum requirements and supervision rules for minors apply (ages 6+).

Enjoy a leisurely sail on Frenchman Bay that includes narration about historical and geographical points of interest. View wildlife including eagles, seals and porpoises.

This tour down dark bricks roads just might be the tour you are looking for. You may; See, Hear, Smell and Feel strange occurrences as witnessed by the Night Watchman whose kind have kept watch over the Nation's Oldest City since 1565. Walk down ancient streets, past historic buildings, while submersing yourself in the paranormal world. We tell the stories of St. Augustines ghostly past; such as Ida Alice, the strange occurrence with a murder (Black crows) and the spirit of the little girl living in the Pablo Sabate Home on 76 Spanish Street. Join us But remember its more than 500 years of history and ghosts...

Explore with us why New Orleans' Cajun and Creole cuisine is one of the most desired in the country. Sample the French Quarter's famously delicious dishes as you learn about the architecture of the buildings and its' 300 year old history. Meet the people behind the scenes that sprinkle local culture with flavors. Learn the historical facts about the city's oldest restaurants and discover the secrets behind New Orleans creole cooking. Include Samples PLEASE NOTE we will NOT be able to accommodate food allergies/special diets. It is the guest’s responsibility to let us know if they have any food allergies or restrictions when they book a tour.

Go inside real haunted locations. Explore the darker side of New Orleans with this 2-hour ghost tour led by a licensed tour guide. Learn about real ghost stories at spine chilling locations throughout the French Quarter which have been verified by historical research - this is not about theatrics. We focus on historically accurate stories only, providing you with the most authentic experience in town.

It is impossible to take a stroll through the French Quarter without thinking about what stories those streets could tell. This tour sets out to introduce guests to the disturbing and terrifying history hiding behind this city's colorful, charming face. Our guides are experts on all things New Orleans and trained to provide each of our guests with an unforgettable evening.

Join us for the only Riverboat in New Orleans with an excursion! Take a 2 hour, 30 minute cruise down the great Mississippi River aboard the Paddlewheeler Creole Queen. Enjoy a narrated tour with a licensed historian describing 300-years of New Orleans history; from the founding of the city by the LeMoyne Brothers to the tragedy of Hurricane Katrina. During your cruise the vessel will dock at Chalmette Battlefield for a 45 min to 1-hour excursion. Enjoy a guided tour and talk by a National Park Ranger about the battle of New Orleans, while taking in the sweet breeze and delicate waves along the river. Delight in a cash bar and/or a satisfying Creole lunch option available on the boat while viewing the famous French Quarter and Port of New Orleans from the river .

Come join us SCUBA diving some of the most beautiful reefs within the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary and Pennekamp State Park. We have many different reefs to explore: Molasses, Elbow, French Reef and the famous Christ of the Abyss on Dry Rocks. These protected areas offer an opportunity to see turtles, spotted eagle rays, moray eels and a variety of different fish. These special reefs are part of the 3rd largest living reef system in the world and the ONLY living coral reef in the US. We stop at two different sites on the reef. The sites are chosen by the captain based on the day's sea conditions. We cannot guarantee any specific sites. IMPORTANT: You MUST be SCUBA certified with recent dive experience for this activity. If you have not been diving in more than one year, you may be required to hire a guide at an additional charge. If you have not been diving in over two years, you will be required to take a refresher course. Single divers may be required to hire a guide.

This walking tour combines Hollywood horror with New Orleans' haunted history. It includes ghost stories, true crime, vampire legends, and horror filming locations. Film sites include The Originals, AHS Coven, Interview with the Vampire, and Haunted Mansion. No other tour company offers this unique hybrid experience in the French Quarter.