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Explore the haunting history of Salem with a self-guided walking tour that focuses on the notorious witch trials. Visit significant sites like Howard Street Cemetery, the Old Salem Jail, and the Witch Trials Memorial, gaining insight into the events that shaped the community. With GPS-triggered audio, you’ll learn about key figures such as Judge John Hathorne and reflect at Proctor’s Ledge, the site of executions. This tour allows you to immerse yourself in Salem's past at your own pace, making stops at museums and gardens for a deeper understanding of this pivotal moment in history. — Self-guided audio tour exploring Salem's infamous witch trials — Visit key historical sites like the Witch Trials Memorial and Proctor’s Ledge — GPS-triggered audio provides context and stories behind the events — Enjoy the freedom to explore at your own pace

On this self-guided tour, you'll pay tribute to Boston's key figures and unlock its 400-year history. Experience the magic of GPS-playback on this immersive stroll through Boston. Boston’s art is the key to unlocking its rich 400-year history. On this walking tour, you’ll hear the backstories behind the city’s monuments, learn about the artists involved, and discover how Bostonians reacted when the pieces were first unveiled. For history and art enthusiasts, this tour goes beyond the textbooks, exploring the personalities and artwork that bring the city to life. You’ll follow the Freedom Trail through the city’s historical core. Boston’s self-image has lots to teach us. Discover a one-of-a-kind blend of history and art in this four-hundred-year-old “City on the Hill” that will leave you with a unique outlook.

Concord is known for its pivotal role in the American Revolution and as a gathering place for nineteenth-century literary giants like Ralph Waldo Emerson and Henry David Thoreau, Louisa May Alcott and Nathaniel Hawthorne. The tour will take you to sites linked to famous historical characters, tell you their story and share the history and tales of this amazing town. Go at your own pace, anytime. This is a theatrically crafted curated walking tour on your walking tour app.

⭐ Top-Rated Vacation Photoshoots 2025 We’re not just photographers, we’re storytellers capturing your holiday exactly as it feels. With over six years of experience photographing travellers around the world, our small team specialises in authentic, natural photography that truly reflects your trip. In Cape Cod, we combine creativity with local knowledge to show you hidden gems, secret angles, and the best light. You’ll not only get beautiful, professional photos but also insider tips to make the most of your time here. We’re proud to be recognised among the top-rated photography tours of 2025, trusted by travellers worldwide for our relaxed style and stunning results.

Our Mother’s Day Mimosa Tours offer a fun, relaxing cruise through the beautiful Providence waterways, featuring a 50-minute cruise packed with local sights and charm. Our Captains will guide you along the Providence Riverwalk, Rhode Island School of Design, WaterPlace Park, District Park and the Providence Industrial Harbor. Sit back, soak up the scenery, and toast Mom with complimentary mimosas, while the whole family enjoys time together on the water. It’s the perfect blend of sightseeing, sipping, and celebrating Mom! Please Note: These cruises are not narrated. If you would like a narrated tour, please book the Historic Narrated Tour.

This is a one of a kind opportunity to visit Boston's Living Music Museum and Hall of Fame. Explore the featured exhibit that changes quarterly (Fall 2025 - This Wheel's Still on Fire). Watch interviews with music legends. See personal artifacts from private collections.

A kid friendly (and hilarious) educational tour of the sites of the Revolutionary War and Boston history. No need to worry about your family being bored on this tour! You will leave with a greater understanding of the Revolution that started America, presented in a way that even young children will understand and enjoy. This walking tour features highlights of the Freedom Trail, but keeps the distance to under a 1/2 mile so that our youngest guests can comfortably participate. Please note 1. This tour ends a few blocks away from the starting point. 2. Children must be accompanied by an adult. 3. Adults are responsible for their own and their children's safety and behavior. 4. This tour will run in light rain. We will cancel for unsafe or unpleasant weather conditions. 5. This tour requires at least three guests to operate. Refunds will be issued if tour minimum is not met.

Step into the wild beauty of New Hampshire’s White Mountains with your private naturalist guide leading the way. Wander along fern-lined trails, beneath ancient maple and spruce forests, and beside rushing mountain streams that cut through granite cliffs. Your guide will tailor the route to your interests and pace – whether you’re seeking sweeping alpine views, quiet woodland paths, or a peaceful summit picnic. Along the way, learn about local ecology, mountain geology, and the storied conservation history that shaped this beloved wilderness. Our White Mountains tours ensure a seamless and stress-free experience. Relax in our comfortable transportation, allowing you to savor the scenic drive without the worry of navigating unfamiliar roads. We take care of all the details, ensuring you have the right gear and equipment, enabling you to fully immerse yourself in the natural beauty of the White Mountains.

This tour is for groups who don't want to see Cadillac Summit but are more interested in the park loop road the harbors and towns of Mount Desert Island outside of Acadia National Park. We are great with groups of mixed ages so the entire family always has a great time. The time is yours, we are not scripted, you can ask a lot of questions and stop at places that interest you to take photos and just explore. Wonderful for photographers or those who want to spend time exploring with their own group.

The private five-hour MDI Discovery Tour reveals the hidden gems surrounding Acadia National Park. Ideal for those who have already enjoyed the park's popular attractions, this tour takes you off the beaten path to explore stunning landscapes and unique locales that many visitors miss. Perfect for both locals and returning tourists, the tour offers an insider's perspective on the area's natural beauty and cultural richness. - Discover lesser-known sights and stunning landscapes around Acadia - Ideal for locals and repeat visitors seeking new experiences - Five-hour duration focusing on off-the-beaten-path locations - Uncover the hidden beauty of the MDI (Mount Desert Island) area with expert local insights

It is the only regularly operating pedicab in Portland. Portland Pedicab creates the feeling of joy for all by allowing passengers to spend the time viewing Portlands scenery while heading to their destination. This is a great mode of transportation for those that like to be outside! Music which is provided, is always an option while enjoying the views of Portland.

⭐ Top-Rated Vacation Photoshoots 2025 We’re not just photographers, we’re storytellers capturing your holiday exactly as it feels. With over six years of experience photographing travellers around the world, our small team specialises in authentic, natural photography that truly reflects your trip. In Nantucket, we combine creativity with local knowledge to show you hidden gems, secret angles, and the best light. You’ll not only get beautiful, professional photos but also insider tips to make the most of your time here. We’re proud to be recognised among the top-rated photography tours of 2025, trusted by travellers worldwide for our relaxed style and stunning results.

Download GuideAlong’s self-guided audio walking tour of Boston’s Ghosts and explore the city’s haunted past. Take a ghostly stroll through downtown, from historic graveyards like Granary Burying Ground, to the city’s most haunted hotel, and Boston Common, where convicted criminals are said to linger. Enjoy the freedom to explore offline at your own pace, spending more time at places that interest you and bypassing any that don’t. Stories, tips, and directions play automatically based on your location Travel at your own pace Tour offline using GPS. No cell service or WiFi is needed Suggested itineraries for half, full, or multi-day use No time limits or expiry, and free updates Like having a personal guide by your side on every step

Take Home your Boston Memories You will be professionally photographed by a local, in a picturesque part of historic Boston. What better way to preserve your favorite vacation memories? Get the whole family together in one photo, capture your friends trip, or even a romantic getaway. A professional portrait gives you the opportunity to turn those memories into tangible keepsakes to last generations. Your happiest travel memories can be your heirlooms and souvenirs.

Enjoy a professional photo shoot while in Boston. Your photographer can travel to you or suggest other locations for your photos, including unique locations you won’t discover on your own. Choose from 1 to 4 hours for your photo session and receive 20 to 50 final images, depending on the package chosen, with a private online viewing gallery.

This isn’t just another sightseeing trip—it’s a curated journey through Maine’s most iconic landmarks and hidden gems, woven together into one unforgettable day. From the elegance of Portland Head Light, the nation’s most photographed lighthouse, to the playful charm of Eartha, the world’s largest rotating globe, every stop reveals a different facet of Maine’s character. Guests walk a historic suspension bridge built by the engineers of the Brooklyn Bridge, explore the state’s proud maritime heritage in Bath, and visit the legendary L.L. Bean flagship store in Freeport. What sets this tour apart is the balance of scenery, history, and culture: stunning coastal views, hands-on heritage at museums and memorials, and Maine icons you won’t find grouped together anywhere else. And because it’s a shorter itinerary, it’s the perfect choice for cruise ship passengers or travelers with limited time who still want a rich, memorable Maine experience.

This is the only karaoke experience in Bar Harbor that takes place outdoors with a live ocean view as the backdrop. Guests sing clean, family safe songs while reading the lyrics on a large fifty inch projection screen mounted on a custom trolley style pedicab. Instead of a dark indoor bar or a crowded stage, you get fresh ocean air, boats drifting in the harbor, islands in the distance, and one of the best sunset spots in town. The location at the end of the pier creates a scenic open air stage that you cannot find anywhere else in Bar Harbor. It blends music, coastal views, and a relaxed community atmosphere in a way that feels memorable and different. Travelers of all ages can enjoy it, and it works equally well for families, couples, and friend groups. No other experience offers this combination of fun karaoke energy and natural Maine beauty in the same setting.

This private culinary walking tour introduces Boston’s historic districts through authentic regional flavors. You begin in the Blackstone Block where narrow streets reflect early commercial life. Historic taverns and storefronts reveal the origins of local food traditions. At Boston Public Market, you enjoy included tastings that highlight New England specialties. Clam chowder and lobster roll reflect a long maritime heritage. Along the Greenway, modern design meets the path of former trade routes. In the North End, Italian influence shapes a rich culinary identity preserved across generations. At Paul Revere Mall, history connects with daily life in a meaningful setting. The experience concludes along the waterfront where Boston’s maritime past remains visible. Please note: The program and attractions may vary based on booking date/time and crowd conditions ensuring each visit is a unique experience.

Set off on an exciting adventure through Manchester, the largest city in northern New England! Dive into its rich industrial past, admire colorful murals that brighten the streets, and explore the lively downtown business district. Wander through scenic parks and meaningful memorials and take in standout landmarks like Brady-Sullivan Plaza. Along the way, you’ll experience the wit, character, and charm that make Manchester truly one of a kind.

Cruise Boston’s South Shore in a classic 1979 VW Beetle on a relaxed coastal driving tour. Enjoy ocean views, seaside towns, local stories, and hidden spots—with lunch included at Scituate Light.

This private car tour is a special edition Rev War 250 tour. We've combined a few lesser known, yet hugely significant Revolutionary War sites in Boston, with the main events in the towns of Lexington and Concord in to a half day tour. Starting in Boston we'll take you to sites where very few tours go and give context to events leading up to the outbreak of the war. Then onto Lexington and Concord to see the towns where the "shot heard round the world" was fired. We'll take the same route as Paul Revere, stopping at the most significant sites along the way giving a detailed account of events of April 1775. The itinerary gives the list of sites we'll visit, timings are flexible and the 4 hour tour time includes travel to and from Concord. This tour is perfect for those groups who have limited time available in Boston or groups who have different degrees of interest in the history of that time.

Experience the best of East Coast cities experience that includes three exciting destinations filled with food tours, history walks, and authentic local experiences! With local experts to lead the way, you’ll discover incredible seafood in Boston, visit top historic attractions of Philadelphia and indulge in the world-famous cheesesteak, and enjoy both the culinary scenes of country and city from Amish towns to the Big Apple! During our 7-day tour, you’ll enjoy time with a knowledgeable guide as well as time for yourself to enjoy shopping, exploring, and more good eatin’. History lovers will enjoy the charm of Philadelphia’s Old City and symbols of the American Revolution from the Liberty Bell to Independence Hall. Foodies will fall for Boston’s unbeatable culinary scene, from its lobster to its clam “chowdah”. So leave the driving to us, come hungry, and get ready for an unforgettable East Coast food lover’s adventure!

Step back in time to where America began. Boston is more than just a fun city; it is the cradle of American liberty. From the legendary ride of Paul Revere to the tension of the Boston Massacre, our Boston 101 Essential Historical Walking Tour brings the 17th and 18th centuries to life. Led by certified historians, this 90-minute guided experience is the perfect introduction for first-time visitors and history buffs alike. You'll see Boston Common, Park Street Church, Granary Burying Grounds, King's Chapel, Boston Massacre site, old jail location and Faneuil Hall. You will hear about the Battle of Bunker Hill, the siege of Boston and how Henry Knox forced the British out of Boston.

Maine has over 80 licensed cheesemakers, one of the largest amounts per capita of any US state! In this class, participants will be introduced to six different Maine creameries and hear the stories of the cheesemakers behind them - while sampling their delicious products! This guided, 30-60 minute experience is a fantastic introduction to Maine's cheese landscape, history and culture. We recommend scheduling this class at the beginning of your time in Maine so you can take advantage of all you've learned during the rest of your trip. Stick around afterwards for personalized recommendations from your MTC host about wineries, breweries, markets, farms and other agritourism experiences to seek out while in Maine - customized to your interests and the regions you plan to visit while in Maine.