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    San Salvador Spanish Galleon Adventure Day Sail with General Admission

    4.8 (4)

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    San Diego, CA

    Your 4-hour San Salvador Adventure Day Sail is your opportunity to step back into time as you step on board this 16th century Spanish galleon. The San Salvador is a replica of Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo’s ship that arrived at the port we now call San Diego on September 28, 1542. These 4-hour Sailing Adventures are for people who love history, and sailing. Very few people have sailed aboard galleons of the 16th century and now you can!

    In-person

    1+ years

    $119

    Best Vortex and Chakra Tour of Sedona

    4.9 (177)

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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

    Legion of Honor Museum General Admission Ticket

    4.3 (85)

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    San Francisco, CA

    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!

    In-person

    All ages

    $20

    Jazz Dinner Cruise aboard the Riverboat City of New Orleans

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    New Orleans, LA

    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!

    In-person

    2+ years

    $58

    Private Guided Treehouse Experience in Myrtle Beach

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    Longs, SC

    Pack a lunch and paddle down or ride the pontoon boat down river with your family or friends to your Treehouse to enjoy a private 3 hour experience overlooking the beautiful Waccamaw River. This unique adventure is something you can't experience anywhere else. Your 2 bedroom Treehouse sits on a private 48 acre island in the middle of the Waccamaw River just 7 miles outside of North Myrtle Beach, SC. You will enjoy the short half mile trip down the river lined with beautiful bald cypress trees and southern live oaks covered in Spanish moss. Once at the Treehouse you can relax in one of the rocking chairs on the top deck, enjoy your packed lunch and drinks or explore the area on foot or kayak. Feel free to stay at the Treehouse or explore the river for the full 3 hours or come back earlier if you desire.

    In-person

    All ages

    $69

    Jet Boat Adventure in Smoky Mountains Seven Islands Tour

    5.0 (3)

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    Sevierville, TN

    We have a strong passion for the environment! That's why this tour is jam packed with adventure and nature. We take you on the French Broad River to Seven Islands State Park! Home to almost 200 species of birds in this wildlife sanctuary and refuge. Songbirds, hawks, owls and waterfowl abound. River otters, deer, and coyotes are a few of the animals you may see while on the boat. Expect views of the beautiful Great Smoky Mountains as your backdrop for a beautiful ride down the river.

    In-person

    All ages

    $129

    early bird discount

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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

    $292$65

    early bird discount

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    Junior Scientists Camp

    100%

    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

    $292$65

    Exclusive Tour of the Alameda Theater

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    San Antonio, TX

    What sets this tour apart is the beautiful glimpse it offers of not only an iconic landmark of West Downtown, but also the vibrant history of San Antonio's Spanish-language community and all that was achieved. Along the way is fun, music, and even popcorn! * Explore Streamline Moderne lobby and original design elements; * See mural art illuminated with blacklight; * Hear stories of notable performers and community leaders; and * Support theater restoration — a portion of profits go to the Alameda Theater Conservancy.

    In-person

    5+ years

    $40

    Poor Richard-The Life and Times of Benjamin Franklin Public Tour

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    Philadelphia, PA

    This is an in-depth tour through the extraordinary life and times of Benjamin Franklin. We learn about his life, his loves, and his alter-ego, Richard Saunders, Poor Richard. We discover how during these turbulent times than Benjamin Franklin was front and center and how he shaped America from 13 disparate colonies into the cohesive United States, participating in conferences on the French and Indian War, the 2nd Continental Congress, and the Constitutional Convention. No other man in history signed the four major documents of this period and we will learn about Franklin's role in each of them.

    In-person

    10+ years

    $45

    Miami Culture & City Tour – Little Havana with Free Mojito

    4.5 (4)

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    Miami, FL

    Let’s be real — there are plenty of tours in Miami, but none come close to the Miami Culture City Tour. This is the only semi-private 5-in-1 City Bus Tour that covers 25 square miles of Miami’s top landmarks in true VIP style. While other tours rush you through or show you half the story, we give you the complete Miami experience — history, culture, celebrity homes, street art, Little Havana, and even the skyline finale that takes your breath away. In Little Havana, every guest 21+ gets a free 12oz Mojito, prepared by a professional Spanish bartender, with your choice of flavor. Kids aren’t left out — they’ll enjoy sodas or virgin drinks. Add in Cuban coffee, cigar rolling, salsa music, and our guides snapping photos of you at every stop, and suddenly it’s clear — this isn’t just a tour, it’s Miami’s official must-do experience. The Miami Culture Tour is fun, unique, personal, and unforgettable. If you skip this, you’re skipping the one tour that truly shows you Miami Natural Roots.

    In-person

    All ages

    $39

    Guided Capitol Hill with US Capitol and Library of Congress Entry

    4.2 (64)

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    Washington,

    Enjoy a 2-Hour Guided Capitol Hill Walking Tour in Washington DC. This immersive tour includes official entry inside the U.S. Capitol & Library of Congress buildings (Capitol Museum when the Library of Congress is closed on Mondays). Your guide will provides insight on political history, architecture of Capitol Hill, and how Congress functions. Enjoy photo opportunities outside the Supreme Court, Senate Offices, House of Representatives Offices, and Ulysses S. Grant Memorial. Inside the U.S. Capitol, join the official guided interior tour. Highlights include the Capitol Rotunda; the Crypt, originally designed as George Washington’s final resting place; and the National Statuary Hall. When available, you may also visit the Old Supreme Court Chamber or Old Senate Chamber. Continue to the Library of Congress Thomas Jefferson Building. With timed-entry passes included, explore the ornate Great Hall, view the Gutenberg Bible, and enjoy breathtaking overlooks of the Main Reading Room.

    In-person

    2+ years

    $64

    Historic Charleston Guided Sightseeing Walking Tour

    4.9 (6291)

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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

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

    4.8 (145)

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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

    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

    Miami City Half-Day Bus Tour with Optional Cruise

    3.0 (53)

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    Miami Beach, FL

    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.

    In-person

    All ages

    $35

    Charleston French Quarter or Brunch Food Tour with 7+ Tastings

    4.9 (1909)

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    Charleston, SC

    On our Secret Food Tour: Charleston, let our experienced guides take you on a foodie adventure through the picturesque and historic streets of the French Quarter. Learn how pirates, pandemics, natural disasters, and war have all shaped our local food scene. At the end of the tour, you'll have sampled classic Carolina-style BBQ, fresh seafood, and even a local delicacy crafted for a U.S. President. Plus, our decadent Secret Dish might just make you leave singing a happy song!

    In-person

    All ages

    $108

    French Quarter Historical Sights and Stories Walking Tour

    4.9 (2752)

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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

    Downtown Tucson and El Presidio Guided Walking Tour

    5.0 (11)

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    Tucson, AZ

    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!

    In-person

    All ages

    $35

    Journey to Jubilee Guided Tour at Belle Meade with Wine Tasting

    4.7 (397)

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    Nashville, TN

    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.

    In-person

    All ages

    $33

    New Orleans French Quarter and More Carriage Ride

    4.9 (1159)

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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!

    In-person

    All ages

    $65

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