For some cities, the best way to explore them is actually by walking around on foot. Many of America’s favorite cities provide walking tours. These fabulous tours are designed to give tourists the opportunity to get an up close and hands on interaction with some of the unique aspects that can be found in such cities. Be sure to take a bottle of water and tie up your shoe laces. Be prepared for a wonderful adventure!
Austin, Texas
Texas is surprisingly a very walking-friendly city. Particularly in downtown Austin. It is ideal for those on foot. There are many tourist hangout areas. These include: Sixth Street and Congress Avenue. These tours are led every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. You can even take a self-guided tour of UT, Austin. This is a central area in the busy goings-on in this fantastic city.
Portland, Oregon
Portland, Oregon is not what it might seem. This is known as America’s anti-establishment and hipster-filled kingdom. Portland contains many secrets that not many people know. You can only discover such secrets by going on a walking tour. You will also experience a stand-up comedy act. The Know Your City Tour will take you far beyond the popular tourist sites. They will give you some fascinating information about Portland and why the locals appreciate their city so much.
Savannah, Georgia
This is a delightful city. Nobody needs to hire any vehicle to get around. Everything is close by and can be easily reached on foot. Savannah, Georgia is fully of history. It is the first capital of Georgia and has a wonderful Southern flair about it. You can only experience this by a guided tour from a local who was born and bred here. You are sure to soon notice the delightful accents. You can be sure that any date you go on will be very enjoyable.
San Francisco, California
This city is full of technology. However, when going on a walking tour, you will soon gain new insight. The Detour, Tour is a new tour that provides audio tours of the city from your iPhone. It is very interactive and is lead by local people. These locals provide new and fresh insight to what San Fran has to offer. Especially within their very colorful neighborhoods.
Chicago, Illinois
Chicago, Illinois is full of amazing architectural boats. There are tours that you can go on, on these boats. You will be able to view many of the well known tourist attractions. However, rather than just looking from afar, why not go into these buildings yourself. There are many skyscrapers that can be seen from the inside of such buildings. You will also see a wonderful view out to Lake Michigan.
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
This city is a step back in time. These tours will give you an experience to remember when viewing the city through the eyes of those who developed the city. Whilst the tours may appear expensive, you will get to enjoy dinner and drinks on them.
Boston, Massachusetts
This is similar to Philadelphia. The walking tours in Boston focus on the history of America and its early beginnings. If you are not interested in these things, then consider the Freedom Trail. This can be done in your own time. All you need to do is follow the red line throughout the whole city.
New Orleans, Louisiana
New Orleans is a French city. You will see many French Quarters and will feel like you are in a world of your own. If you would like to enjoy a unique experience, then be sure to go to the well-known haunted houses or voodoo sites in the city.
New York City, New York
Everybody knows New York City. Here there are many easy walkable streets. It’s the only way to get around. Try taking a tour that is completely out of the ordinary such as “Wildman”. It will take you through Central Park and other amazing sites the city has to offer.
Washington D.C
This walking tour will guide you through the best spots the city has. It is also free of charge. If you would prefer not to do it on your own, there are many guided tours. Each tour give you a detailed historical background. You will also be able to view many of the closed areas that the public cannot access.
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