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Top 15 Guided Tours in the USA

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The 15 best guided tours you can book today, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.

History and Hauntings of Salem Guided Walking Tour - The Bewitched statue adds a pop culture detour
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History and Hauntings of Salem Guided Walking Tour

1.History and Hauntings of Salem Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14,564 reviews · 2 hours to 2 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $36Our pick

Walk Salem with local historians such as Lisa, Michael, Sean, Ryan, and Dana, tracing the 1692 witch trial hysteria, old seaport wealth, haunted tales, and colonial architecture. The two-hour route includes the Witch Trials Memorial, Ropes Mansion, McIntire District, and Bewitched statue, but no building interiors.

“Michael was very funny and informative, he made this tour a very fun and interesting experience. I would definitely recommend tour and Michael.”

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New York in One Day Guided Sightseeing Tour - Rockefeller Center, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, and Fifth Avenue
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New York in One Day Guided Sightseeing Tour

2.New York in One Day Guided Sightseeing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13,166 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $99

Spend six hours seeing New York’s headline sights with a guide and climate-controlled bus. Walk in Central Park, view Rockefeller Center and Fifth Avenue, pause near the 9/11 Memorial, then ride the Staten Island Ferry past the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. Guides such as Rachel, Kevin, and Susan are praised for lively city stories.

“This day tour we had today with Rachel & Jimmy was fantastic. Seeing amazing scenery and history was absolutely incredible. I definitely recommend this tour.”

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Chicago River: 1.5-Hour Guided Architecture Cruise - Setting out from the DuSable Bridge
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Chicago River: 1.5-Hour Guided Architecture Cruise

3.Chicago River: 1.5-Hour Guided Architecture Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 8,046 reviews · 1h 30m · from $44

Cruise Chicago’s main river and north and south branches with guides such as John, Sarah, Alex, and Scotty D. See the Wrigley Building, Marina City, Willis Tower, Aqua, and more from open-air or climate-controlled decks, with local drinks and Garrett Popcorn available onboard.

“Unreal tour guide, super knowledgeable. Stunning views, great day out.”

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Page: Lower Antelope Canyon Entry and Navajo Guided Tour - Inside the One-Hour Navajo Guided Tour
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4.Lower Antelope Canyon Entry and Navajo Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 7,801 reviews · 1 hour · from $78

Walk Lower Antelope Canyon with a local Navajo guide for about an hour. Expect steep stairs, narrow sandstone passages, photo stops, and stories about geology and Navajo culture. Guides such as Ben, Jerry, Troy, and Ala have been praised for taking memorable photos with visitors’ phones.

“Our guide Colby was amazing, you can tell he loves sharing his culture and helped us understand the origins of these beautiful caves. Highly recommend this tour to others ❤️❤️❤️”

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Central Park Pedicab Guided Tours - The Pond, Gapstow Bridge, and Wollman Rink
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Central Park Pedicab Guided Tours

5.Central Park Pedicab Guided Tours

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7,108 reviews · 1 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $38

Ride through Central Park with a private English-speaking guide such as AJ, Sam, Peter, or Ricky. Your pedicab covers far more ground than a walking tour, stopping at Bethesda Fountain, Bow Bridge, Strawberry Fields, Alice in Wonderland, and famous film locations.

“We have been guided by Ricky. Ricky knows his stuff. He is very knowledgeable and funny. Thank you Ricky!”

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Historic Charleston Guided Sightseeing Walking Tour - City Hall and the Four Corners of Law
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Historic Charleston Guided Sightseeing Walking Tour

6.Historic Charleston Guided Sightseeing Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6,216 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $30

Start at Charleston City Hall and walk through the Four Corners of Law, French Quarter, Rainbow Row, and South of Broad. Guides such as Al, Duggar, Dennis, and Evans bring local history, architecture, and difficult stories to life. Bring water, wear good shoes, and expect a group of up to 20.

“Pleasant walk with very knowledgable guide. Really enjoyed it. Never really knew all of the history. Home run.”

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Page: Antelope Canyon X Guided Tour - Starting at Taadidiin Tours near Highway 98
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7.Antelope Canyon X Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 4,034 reviews · 1 hour · from $69

Join an English-speaking guide at Antelope Canyon X by Taadidiin Tours for a one-hour walk through a striking slot canyon. You will see the canyon’s famous X-shaped formation, hear about Navajo culture and sandstone erosion, and get time for photos. Guides such as Bambi, Van, Darlene, and Thomas are often praised for their help.

“Amazing trip, antelope canyon was a once and a lifetime experience! The guide was very informative and helpful! Highly recommend this tour!”

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Cambridge: Harvard University Student-Guided Walking Tour - Passing through Johnston Gate into Harvard Yard
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Cambridge: Harvard University Student-Guided Walking Tour

8.Cambridge: Harvard University Student-Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 3,931 reviews · 1h 10m · from $22Best value

Spend 70 minutes walking less than a mile through Harvard Yard with a current student guide. See Johnston Gate, the John Harvard Statue, Memorial Hall, and Widener Library while hearing campus stories, famous alumni facts, and practical insight into daily life at Harvard.

“We decided to book the 3 pm tour because the Harvard info session from 2-3 pm didn’t include a campus tour. We are only in town for a few days and I wanted us to still be able to get a guided campus tour. Our tour guide, Cameron, is a junior at Harvard. He was funny, engaging, and very knowledgeable.”

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Chef Guided Food Tour of Pike Place Market - What you taste at the main stops
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Chef Guided Food Tour of Pike Place Market

9.Chef Guided Food Tour of Pike Place Market

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,733 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $73

Walk Pike Place Market with a chef guide such as Will, Sylas, Noah, Scott, or Eric, stopping for about nine tastings. Expect chowder, Beecher’s cheese, chocolate, produce, spices, and rotating specialties. The two-hour tour moves at a steady pace and includes a discount card for later shopping.

“Be prepared for deliciousness! Some stairs but overall easy pace. Great variety of food samples and stories. Loved the history bit about the Gold Rush, Eddie Bauer and Nordstrom’s.”

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Harvard University Campus Guided Walking Tour - Harvard Square: the town around the university
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Harvard University Campus Guided Walking Tour

10.Harvard University Campus Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,632 reviews · 1 hour 10 minutes (approx.) · from $23

Meet a straw-hatted Harvard student outside Harvard Square station for a lively 70-minute walk through Harvard Yard and Cambridge. Hear campus traditions, student stories, and school history while seeing the John Harvard Statue, Fogg Art Museum, Science Center, and Memorial Hall. The tour ends at a student-run Harvard Shop.

“Great way to wander around campus and get a perspective of actual life as a Harvard student. Our guide Lenny was fun, engaging and made it a great time!”

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From NYC: Guided Day Trip to Washington DC by Van or Bus - Arlington National Cemetery and the Kennedy gravesites
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From NYC: Guided Day Trip to Washington DC by Van or Bus

11.Guided Day Trip to Washington DC by Van or Bus

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 3,418 reviews · 15 hours · from $104

Travel from Manhattan to Washington DC by air-conditioned bus or van with an English or Spanish guide. See Arlington Cemetery, the Lincoln and Vietnam memorials, the White House, Capitol, and National Mall. Guides such as David, Jose, and Augustin bring the long day to life, with a scenic Manhattan view on the return.

“Amazing, organised well from start to finish. Ahmed and elvis were great and informative! Stops were fab really enjoyed washington”

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Washington DC in One Day: Guided Sightseeing Tour - Meeting at the Navy Memorial
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Washington DC in One Day: Guided Sightseeing Tour

12.Washington DC in One Day: Guided Sightseeing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,360 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $89

Cover Washington DC’s headline sights in about six hours with an English-speaking guide and comfortable coach transport. Walk around the Capitol, White House, Lincoln Memorial, and major war memorials. From April through September, a Potomac cruise replaces the winter Pentagon City stop. A glass-top bus upgrade is available.

“Overall trip was great. I enjoyed everything I saw. Unfortunately tour guide ruined the experience. :((”

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Fort Sumter Admission and Self-Guided Tour with Roundtrip Ferry - Arriving at the Fort and Hearing the Ranger
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Fort Sumter Admission and Self-Guided Tour with Roundtrip Ferry

13.Fort Sumter Admission and Self-Guided Tour with Roundtrip Ferry

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,343 reviews · 2 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $43

Ride a 30-minute ferry from Liberty Square or Patriots Point to Fort Sumter, hear a National Park Service ranger explain the Civil War’s opening battle, then explore the fort, museum, bookstore, and harbor views for about an hour. Expect stairs, changing tides, and no restroom on the island.

“Beautiful ferry ride in Charleston harbor. Even saw many dolphins. The one hour stay was just enough to take in the history.”

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Historic Savannah Guided Walking Tour - Historic homes, architecture, and stories along the way
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Historic Savannah Guided Walking Tour

14.Historic Savannah Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,918 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $30

Walk Savannah’s Historic District with a local guide, visiting squares, cobblestone lanes, Forsyth Park, River Street, Factors Walk, and Colonial Park Cemetery. Guides such as Pierce, Champ, Kelce, and Savannah bring history to life with clear storytelling and audio devices.

“Very knowledgeable tour guide. No cheesey stories. Excellent pacing. Communication equipment that actually worked.”

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Most Popular 3hr Manatee Swim Tour + In-Water Guide! - The boat ride into Crystal River
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Most Popular 3hr Manatee Swim Tour + In-Water Guide!

15.Most Popular 3hr Manatee Swim Tour + In-Water Guide!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,782 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $76

Float beside wild manatees in Crystal River with an in-water guide such as Neal, Storm, or Zachary, depending on the day. Fun 2 Dive supplies your wetsuit, mask, snorkel, and noodle for this three-hour trip, with stops near Three Sisters Springs and the Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge.

“Super neat experience! Everything ran very smoothly and the guide is very helpful. I was nervous as I've never been snorkeling but I had a great time!”

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