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Master Storytellers guide groups through darkened streets for a historically accurate fun-filled tour full of New Orleans ghost stories and tales of Vampires. Join the only tour in New Orleans to focus specifically on these two top topics of weirdness in our city. You will see the famous LaLaurie Mansion from the American Horror Story Coven TV show and hear the spookiest ghost stories New Orleans has to offer. You will also learn about our real life Vampire culture in New Orleans, see the shop where they buy their fangs, and learn some of their favorite haunts. This is no gimmick. These are real life people who live their lives as self proclaimed Vampires. Who are they? Why do they do what they do? What REALLY is a REAL Vampire? These are the questions we will tackle together as we stroll through one of the oldest and possibly THE most romantic neighborhoods in the United States.

Discover the authentic essence of New York on the Contrasts Tour, touring the Bronx, Queens and Brooklyn with your expert guide in Spanish, ideal for those looking to know the true cultural diversity of the city. We started on the West Side Highway admiring the Intrepid Aircraft Carrier, the Trump Buildings and the Hudson River. In the Bronx, we visited the steps of the Joker, Yankee Stadium, Civil Court, Criminal Court and 42nd Precinct, plus iconic murals like Big Pun, I Love The Bronx and cultural tributes. Then we cross the Bronx Whitestone Bridge to Queens to visit Malba, the New York Times Printing Office and Flushing Meadows Corona Park, where CitiField, the US Open Tennis Center and the famous Unisphere are located. In Brooklyn we explored Williamsburg, home to the Orthodox Hasidic Jewish community, one of the most representative outside Israel. It ends by crossing the Brooklyn Bridge or in Chinatown, near Little Italy, SoHo and Greenwich Village.

Embark on a mouthwatering adventure through West Hollywood, where every stop is a hidden gem filled with rich history, culture, and incredible flavors. Taste flaky, buttery pastries at a charming French-inspired bakery nestled in a historic marketplace. Bite into warm, golden empanadas with globally inspired fillings, each one a delicious surprise waiting to be discovered. Indulge in classic deli treats at a legendary eatery that has served Hollywood icons for generations. Experience the bold and vibrant flavors of Thailand, where fragrant curries, wok-fried specialties, and zesty salads bring Bangkok’s street food culture to life. Step into a European-style gourmet market, where curated delicacies transport you to the cafés of Paris and the markets of Italy. As you taste your way through this dynamic neighborhood, you’ll also explore historic landmarks, stunning architecture, and fascinating stories that make West Hollywood a must-visit culinary destination!

Participants will delve into the neighborhood's unique story, learning about the wealthy Americans who developed the area, the stunning Greek Revival and Italianate architecture, and the cultural forces that shaped this iconic part of the city. This tour provides much more than a scenic stroll past grand mansions; it offers a deeper understanding of New Orleans's complex past. Led by knowledgeable, city-licensed volunteer guides, the tour illuminates the influence of key historical figures, political events, and local geography on the district’s development. It's an essential activity for history enthusiasts and anyone looking to move beyond the French Quarter to appreciate the enduring statements of mid-nineteenth-century American life in the Crescent City.

Explore the wonders of Miami with a thrilling combo tour that combines an airboat adventure in the Everglades with a scenic boat tour of Biscayne Bay. Experience the wild beauty of the Everglades on a 45-60 minute airboat ride, where you'll glide through lush marshes and encounter alligators in their natural habitat. Later, enjoy a 90-minute boat tour across Biscayne Bay, soaking in views of Miami's stunning skyline and luxurious waterfront homes. This tour is perfect for nature lovers and city explorers alike. - 6-hour duration with transportation from Bayside MarketPlace - Guided airboat ride and alligator show included - Biscayne Bay boat tour with English/Spanish narration - Comfortable group experience with expert guides

This French Quarter walking tour is conducted by city licensed guides and emphasize the history, architecture, and folklore of this fascinating city. Tour and store proceeds benefit Friends of the Cabildo, a non-profit volunteer group to provide support for the Louisiana State Museum. Purchasing a walking tour ticket also gets you admission to the 1850 House Museum, above the store, that shows what life was like in a typical Pontalba Apartment in the 1850s. Restroom is provided for walking tour guests as well. Tours go out rain or shine.

Come hang out with a local for 2.5 to 3 hours and find out why they are so passionate about living in New Orleans. There has to be a reason they'd choose to live in New Orleans, a city that is almost completely under sea level, right? Find out what makes locals and tourists alike love New Orleans so deeply. They've taken the 5 most popular tours in New Orleans and combined their best elements and turned it into one of the most exciting tours the city has to offer. Create a truly memorable experience when you take the French Quarter tour, Katrina History, Historic Cemeteries tour, Garden District tour, and New Orleans Architecture tour all together! Basically, if you're a history buff, then this tour is for you. If you're trying to figure out what to do while you're in New Orleans, well, this tour is for you too.

If your intention is to get a complete idea of New York, you should not miss the opportunity to know the districts of Brooklyn, Bronx and Queens with a Spanish-speaking guide who will accompany you throughout the tour, making stops to take pictures, talking about History and sharing experiences. The whole cultural and tourist offer does not end in Manhattan, with the excursion contrasts of New York: The authentic excursion with which you will be able to appreciate the daily life of the New Yorquinos.

Experience a selection of the best attractions in Mobile/ Dauphin Island/ Spanish Fort/ Theodore - all in one money saving ticket! This pass contains 11 ticketed attractions and information on several attractions that are free to the public. Best of all, you are not locked into any specific attraction in advance. An All-in-One ticket allows you an admission to all of the attractions listed on that ticket. What's Included: Bellingrath Gardens Oakleigh House Museum City of Foley Depot Museum and Model Train Exhibit Phoenix Fire Museum USS Alabama Battleship Memorial Park GulfQuest National Maritime Museum of the Gulf of Mexico Bragg-Mitchell Mansion History Museum of Mobile & Colonial Fort Conde Historic Blakeley State Park Holmes Medical Museum Conde Charlotte Museum Alabama Aquarium at the Dauphin Island Sea Lab

Our tour takes a unique approach to tours in St. Augustine. We limit our groups smaller to create a more personal experience. Our certified guides offer the most experienced and entertaining historical narrative of the city of St. Augustine, locations of historic events and the citizens who helped create and maintain the oldest city in the nation. We will cover the founding of the city, the first Spanish period (1565-1763), the British Period (1763-1784), the second Spanish period (1784-1821), the American territorial period (1821-1845), and the Flagler Era (Gilded Age, 1884-1913). This is a walking tour which covers a 1.7 mile route over the 90 minutes of the experience. It takes place during the day in Florida, so plan accordingly. Wear comfortable walking shoes, bring water, sunscreen and maybe an umbrella as well. There will be restrooms available at the beginning, end, and at the midway point as well. This is the perfect tour for the history enthusiast!

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 Strolls and Stories Tours guided walking tour! We begin with the St. Augustine Cathedral and a discussion of Tucson's Spanish Colonial founding & 4,000 years of Native American history! We stroll historic Scott Ave seeing several buildings by the famous architect Henry Trost, and learn the tale of the Temple of Music & Art. Next we visit the Barrio Viejo, the largest concentration of mud adobe structures in a single neighborhood anywhere in the United States! We discuss how our Sonoran Row Houses were built for our desert climate, learn of corner mercantiles & Chinese Grocers! We learn of the melting pot of cultures who lived in the Barrio! We visit the El Tiradito Wishing Shrine dating to the 1870s, & learn the tale of Juan Oliveras, and how some good comes of his sexual sinful ways, & stroll past the Teatro Carmen!

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 2‐hour approx. walking tour 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.

We put our guides together to select the most haunted stories and locations from their years of experience. The result is a "best of" ghost tour featuring our local guides' mysterious and frightening favorites. Want to find out why NOLA is considered America's most haunted city? Our guides will take you on a tour of their favorites in paranormal activity in New Orleans: from LaLaurie Mansion and throughout the French Quarter, be prepared to be terrified and thrilled by eerie presences still lying in wait around every corner. You'll hear stories of mysterious deaths, unspeakable tragedy, and twisted history that have left the spirits of these unfortunate souls to continue to walk amongst the very places you'll visit on this tour.

Open Miami offers you a unique tour of Miami in French! Enjoy the panoramic roof and discover the city like never before whatever the weather conditions are! Take advantage of a spectacular 360° panoramic view thanks to its transparent roof with UV protection. See all the city has to offer without being obstructed by the roof. The day starts with a ride around South Beach, with its colorful Art Deco District, to downtown Miami to feel the pulse of the city. Then we cruise over to Brickell, and then make a stop at Little Havana, the hottest neighborhood in Miami for a deep dive into Cuban culture. Next stop: the vibrant Wynwood neighborhood, where you learn all there is to know about street art. We then head over to the Miami Design District, with its luxury shops and distinctive vibe. After all of our adventures, we head back to South Beach via the Julia Tuttle Causeway, with an exceptional view of the Magic City.

Experience the thrill and intellect of a lifetime with our exclusive Stanford University tour! Immerse yourself in the prestigious halls where future world leaders and innovators are shaped. Explore the campus adorned with stunning Spanish architecture and picturesque landscapes. Walk in the footsteps of legendary entrepreneurs and Nobel laureates as you discover iconic landmarks like the memorial church and the Cantor Arts Center. Engage with cutting-edge research at state-of-the-art facilities and thought-provoking conversations.. Don't miss this extraordinary opportunity to witness the birthplace of groundbreaking ideas and embark on a journey of knowledge at Stanford University! Don't worry about other people, this tour is completely tailored to you with the Pintours App! With our app, you can pause the tour, and check out the locations as long as you want! You can skip a stop you don't like, and you have all the best information about each stop at your fingertips.

It is one of the excursions most requested by our passengers. You will see the most important of Washington departing from New York. A one-day excursion, especially for tourists who go to the Big Apple for a short time. You will visit the white house, capitol, georgetown, Lincoln monument. A recommended excursion for children and adults.

Explore the Financial District, DE New York’s historic heart, on an immersive tour. Discover iconic sites like Wall Street, the New York Stock Exchange and the 9/11 Memorial. See the fascinating architecture of Woolworth Building and Trinity Church, before enjoying the view of the Statue DE Liberty from Battery Park.

Travelers, at the moment of our meeting, our tour begins, providing you with information and interesting stories about the city of Las Vegas in Spanish, making our first stop at the famous and iconic Welcome to Las Vegas sign, then we will enter the Mojave desert making our next stop at the Seven Magic Mountains. ...after spending a great time there, we return to your hotel or any other place you prefer.

Discover America’s Oldest City Through Stories That Still Echo Today Step beyond the surface of colonial façades—this self-guided walking tour of St. Augustine invites you into a historic, deeply alive city. St. Augustine has witnessed empires rise and cultures collide, from its 16th-century Spanish foundations to its pivotal role in the Civil Rights Movement. You’ll trace its past while following the footsteps of those who shaped it along this carefully curated route. Unlike a scripted group tour, this immersive experience lets you explore at your own pace. You’ll be guided through questions that challenge traditional narratives, highlight often-overlooked voices, and connect the city’s past to its present-day. This isn’t just sightseeing. It’s story-seeking. You’ll begin and end at the Castillo de San Marcos, the city’s enduring sentinel. The journey reveals the many St. Augustines within its storied walls, whether you’re a history buff, a cultural traveler, or simply curious.

Embark on a thrilling journey through Jacksonville's haunted past with our captivating walking ghost tour. This experience takes you through a mile of eerie and historic locations, guided by a local expert in haunted history. As you explore, you'll hear chilling tales of ghostly encounters and tragic events that have shaped the city. Wander through dimly lit streets and listen to stories that echo through the night. From whispers at Jax Beach to ghostly figures near the Lifeguard Station, each stop reveals a hidden secret. The Seawalk Pavilion and Jacksonville Pier hold tragic memories that your guide will bring to life. While the tour doesn’t include entry into private buildings, you'll be standing on haunted ground throughout the night. Discover the darker side of Jacksonville, where mysteries come to light under the cover of darkness. This is more than just a tour—it's an unforgettable dive into the city's haunted history.

Little Havana is the Cuban neighborhood of Miami, the Cuban community is intimately and sometimes painfully linked to the history of the Cuban revolution, settled mainly in Little Havana, it brought its culture, its joie de vivre, its music and of course its cuisine, we will discover its riches while strolling along Calle Ocho, full of small stalls where we will make plenty of gourmet stops! An immersion in the Cuban culture of Miami and a culinary journey not to be missed… Combine business with pleasure! Our visit invites you to discover Little Havana and its Calle Ocho but also an unusual culinary journey! On the menu: media noche sandwich, empanadas, plantain and many other surprises!