USA · HISTORICAL TOURS
31 tours
Good historical tours sell out first once the season starts. Below are the 15 best, with current prices and what separates them, so you can book before the calendar closes up.
American Museum of Natural History entry for a full day across 40+ halls, plus Rose Center and the new Gilder Center.
“There's so much to see and experience here it's a whole day trip too this is an amazing day out for the kids is definitely do it again”
History and Hauntings Salem walking tour with a local historian, witch trial sites, architecture, and lantern-night options for $36.
“Don’t book a walking tour in Salem in January! lol Feels like temp was 2 degrees and the wind was blowing like 20 mph. Too much standing in place made it impossible to take. Walked out of the tour 15 minutes in.”
Ride through historic Charleston on a horse-drawn carriage with draft horses and certified guide stories, covering 30 blocks in about an hour.
“We thought we would go right by rainbow Row and the battery according to the description on the website, but we didn’t. The tour was interesting. Cold today, blankets would’ve been great.”
See Seattle’s Pioneer Square from street level to the Underground on a guided 1-hour walk, with 1890s history and Klondike stories.
“We had a great time on our tour! David was an excellent guide; he made everything fun and engaging. He had just as much information about above the streets as he did below, and how it all tied together to build the story of Seattle’s beginnings.”
Big Island in a Day from Kona: Volcanoes National Park, waterfalls, black-sand beach, coffee farm and lava tube. Lunch included.
“Great Job Jason! Well done navigating the day and the fun characters! The Tephra from the volcano eruption was INSANE!! Enjoyed every location!”
Boston’s Freedom Trail in 2.5 hours, 16 landmarks, historian-led small group, focused on 1760-1775, ends at Copp’s Hill, $35.10.
“Really great experience! Loved our guide, very knowledgeable and loved learning about all the history.”
Walk Charleston in 2 hours with a licensed local guide, from City Hall and Dock Street Theatre to Rainbow Row and Fort Sumter views.
“Comprehensive walking city tour with background history provided for each landmark covered. Highly recommend.”
90-minute Starship cruise from Pier 78 past Liberty and Ellis Island. Climate-controlled comfort, guide stories, free digital photo help.
“The sightseeing cruise was so enjoyable. The staff was very friendly and helpful”
Ride a horse-drawn carriage through historic Charleston with certified guides, small groups, and classic stops like St. Philip’s Church.
“They were friendly and accommodating for everyone. Our guide was full of knowledge of all the local history. Very up beat and you could tell he loved his job.”
A lantern-led night walk through Savannah’s darkest chapters, with history, haunt stories, and a candlelit finish at Colonial Park Cemetery.
“Really enjoyed this tour because it included lots of great history not just ghost stories. Guide was very knowledgeable and entertaining!”
Oahu’s Mauka Warriors Luau: 4-hour outdoor warrior show with all-you-can-eat Polynesian feast, hands-on activities, and optional pickup.
“The dancers were excellent & we truly enjoyed a glimpse into the Polynesian culture. It was a wonderful evening with good food, educational information and entertainment.”
A guided 1-hour Fenway Park tour with Living Museum access, Green Monster views, and Red Sox legends and World Series stories.
“Totally worth time and cost. We learned about the sox, Boston, Baseball and Fenway. We sat on the green monster and wanted to sit there the next day to watch a game but my husband is a “don’t change the schedule guy”. If I had to criticize I would want more Boston accents! I live in the south and that accent just makes me happy hearing that familiarity is soothing.”
2-hour walking tour of Philadelphia focused on 1776 and the founders, led by history-degree guides at iconic sites.
“This is very informative and interesting tour and a great introduction to American revolutionary history.”
A 2-hour guided stroll through Savannah’s Historic District with a resident guide, audio support, and photo stops for $30.
“My tour guide, Kelce, was knowledgeable, personable, and proficient in his skills as an amazing tour guide. He smoothly and expertly managed a walking tour with 18 of us tour participants, and had wonderful and interesting stories to tell while walking to each point of interest, as well as at each point of interest. The time just flew by! I highly recommend this tour. Thank you for such an enjoyable and memorable experience, Kelce!”
A small-group Garden District walk plus a cemetery peek from the iron gates, with stories of architecture, life, and death in New Orleans.
“Excellent tour with a guide who obviously loved sharing about her city. The tidbits and factoids were interesting and these were things we would never have discovered on our own. If you are a history nerd or love quirky facts, this is a superb tour!”
