Top North America Arts & Design - page 9

The New York CityPASS offers savings of up to 42% at top attractions with nine days to use your tickets. Admission includes the Empire State Building and American Museum of Natural History, plus your choice of three from the 9/11 Memorial & Museum, Circle Line Sightseeing Cruises, Guggenheim Museum, Top of the Rock™, ferry access to the Statue of Liberty, and the Intrepid Museum.

Travel back in time, to the early years of the United States of America, during this guided walking tour of Boston’s Freedom Trail and beyond. Relive the events of the American Revolution as you pass Faneuil Hall, see the Old and New State Houses, and visit the setting of the infamous Boston Massacre. Then head downtown past Boston Common and the modern John Hancock Tower, finishing in Copley Square.

Save time while making sure you see the highlights of New York’s Metropolitan Museum of Art with a private guided tour. Enjoy express skip-the-line access (admission extra) and a tour customized to your group’s interests. Learn about the museum’s history and admire famous artworks and hidden treasures from the vast collection. Your guide provides helpful insights and answers your questions. The short morning or midday tour fits busy schedules.

Britannia Mine Museum is easy to visit on a day trip from Vancouver or Whistler, but pre-booking your tickets is highly recommended as popular timeslots often sell out. This general admission ticket grants timed entry and full access to the museum’s guided tours and interactive experiences. Join a guided underground tour, ride the train into the mine, try panning for gold, and attend the multi-sensory BOOM! Show.

Focus on the sights rather than a map as you stroll the streets of New Orleans' famous French Quarter on this small-group walking tour. Listen to your guide's commentary on the area's French- and Spanish-influenced architecture, with many buildings dating from the 18th and 19th centuries. Landmarks include the Louisiana Supreme Court, the Ursuline Convent, and many Creole Colonial Buildings.

Hear the Denver stories that don’t get included in the guidebooks. On this roughly two-hour walking tour of the city’s prominent graffiti and street art, discover the city’s cultural underground hiding in plain sight. Learn about the art, the artists and the neighborhoods that you’re exploring from your guide, including stories about how Denver has changed and how that’s affected the art being made. This tour opens up a new and unsung side of Denver.

Discover one of Portland’s coolest art spaces by reserving an admission ticket for the interactive Hopscotch. See work by local and international artists in the 23,000-square-foot immersive space that combines art, light, technology, and sound. Take fascinating photos and make fun memories with friends or family as you experience unique art.

Experience the vibrant culture and diverse cuisine of the bustling South Beach neighborhood of Miami on this guided small-group food tour. Led by a local foodie guide, sample various cuisines at some of the most popular restaurants in South Beach, and learn about the history, culture, and architecture of the trendy, quirky Art Deco District. Food tastings and beverages included.

Take a step back in time on this docent-led tour of the Hearthstone Historic House Museum in Appleton. It’s the first house in the world that was lit by a Thomas Edison central hydroelectric power station; see the original fixtures inside the house for yourself. As you tour the rooms and educational exhibits, your docent shares fascinating stories about Appleton history.

Experience American history firsthand with a ticket to Mount Vernon, George Washington’s elegant estate on the banks of the Potomac River near Washington DC. Learn the stories behind the remarkable estate at the Orientation Center, then explore the manicured grounds, and visit the 5-acre experimental farm; and see the reconstructed gristmill and distillery, open only on weekends from April through October.

Prebook general admission to San Francisco’s de Young Museum—located in Golden Gate Park, and home to one of the city’s most prominent art collections—and have the freedom to explore its galleries at your own pace with this convenient visiting option. Upgrade your ticket to include entrance to the Special Exhibits. With your ticket, you can also enjoy same-day entry to the Legion of Honor Museum at no extra cost.

Discover the street art of San Antonio, with a focus on murals, during this fun bike tour. Join a small group and ride through town, stopping to admire over 20 murals. Learn the history behind mural art, why it became so popular in San Antonio, and the artists who have set out to make the city as colorful as possible.

Prebook this Galveston Moody Mansion Admission Ticket and Self-Guided Tour and avoid having to wait in the ticket lines on the day you’d like to visit at this attraction. Head inside after checking in and explore up to 20 rooms of the old mansion that shows how a rich Texas family of the past lived. See original furnishings belonging to the Moody family, as well as decor as you move at your own pace.

Swap the hustle and bustle of the city for the natural beauty of the rugged Badlands on a skip-the-line tour to Drumheller and the Hoodoos from Calgary. Marvel at dinosaur fossils at the Royal Tyrrell Museum; hike to the floor of Horseshoe Canyon; explore the surreal landscape of the Hoodoos; and visit the World's Largest Dinosaur, a towering roadside attraction. Enjoy hotel pickup for added convenience on this day trip.

Escape the crowds and enjoy sweeping views over Lake Louise with minimal effort with this summer gondola experience. The 14-minute gondola ride will take you to 6,893 feet (2,101 meters) for unparalleled views of Lake Louise and Banff National Park, and in the summer, frequent grizzly bear and other wildlife sightings.

Enjoy the special opportunity to explore the only publicly accessible battleship on the West Coast—and learn all about its wealth of history—when you book advance tickets to the USS Iowa. Active since 1943, the ship has seen conflicts from World War II to the Korean War. With the accompanying mobile app, you’ll hear stories from soldiers and veterans about wartime life, and will have multimedia accompaniments to your excursion. Upgrade your experience to include guided tours of exclusive areas.

Harlem is one of New York City’s most culturally rich neighborhoods. Don’t miss out on its beauty just because you don’t know where to go on your own. This Harlem Sunday morning gospel tour, complete with a gospel choir service, takes care of the details for you. See local landmarks such as the Apollo Theater and Cotton Club, and explore different parts of this neighborhood. Upgrade to include a soul food brunch at a local restaurant.

See all the lit-up highlights of Sin City in one night without having to deal with driving and logistics. Tour Sin City on an open-top bus with stops at all the best photo opps, including the Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas sign, the Eiffel Tower at Paris Las Vegas, and the Bellagio fountains. You’ll also have time at the iconic Neon Museum (ticket included) to see hundreds of historic Vegas signs.

Set on a sprawling 6-acre (2.5-hectare) campus in downtown New Orleans, the National World War II Museum is the official United States museum of World War II and a must for any visiting history buffs. This ticket package includes timed entry to the groundbreaking 4D *Beyond All Boundaries* film narrated by Tom Hanks, with vibrating seats, atmospheric effects, and more: pick your desired screening time and arrive beforehand.

Guarantee your spot at “Titanic: The Artifact Exhibition” when you book your ticket in advance. See more than 250 recovered items from the sunken ocean liner on display, including luggage and an unopened bottle of Champagne found among the wreckage. Learn the stories of passengers on the doomed 1912 maiden voyage and see replicas of the ship’s opulent Grand Staircase and cabins, plus a large piece of its original hull.

Immerse yourself in the rodeo bull riders, sizzling steaks, and cowboy culture of Texas during a fun-filled evening at Billy Bob’s Texas in the historic Fort Worth Stockyards. Make your way to Billy Bob’s, one of Texas’ most popular entertainment venues, and feast upon an all-American meal of cowboy specialties such as steak and spare ribs. Watch entertaining country acts on the grand stage and see bull riding on the weekends.

Make the most of your visit to the Art Institute of Chicago with a local, Chicago-based company that knows the museum inside and out. Whether you’re an art aficionado or a beginner, this opportunity lets you learn about the museum and its pieces through the eyes of an art historian guide without the crowds. Enhance your visit by hearing the stories behind major works.

Get an informative overview of Vancouver in just a few hours with this tips-based walking tour. Determine the price of the tour for yourself after exploring the city through the eyes of your local guide. Visit several of the city’s highlights, like Coal Harbour and the Marine Building, and learn about its history and Indigenous communities.

Walking through Toronto is one of the best ways to get a sense of the city. In this walking tour, learn about the city’s history and architecture as you pass by sites including Old City Hall, the Hockey Hall of Fame, and the Path, the city’s tunnel system. This is a tips-based tour based on your experience, allowing you to determine what the value of the tour is to you.