HISTORY WALKING TOURS IN THE USA

15 History Walking Tours in the USA That Repay the Shoe Leather

51 walks  ·  from $20 a head

This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 15 history walking tours in the USA worth the money, each with its price, its length and the one thing to know before you commit.

History and Hauntings of Salem Guided Walking Tour - Essex Street and the Lady in Blue
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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 guides such as Lisa, Michael, Sean, and Ryan, hearing the truth behind the 1692 witch trials, ghost stories, architecture, and modern witchcraft. The two-hour route includes the Witch Trials Memorial, Ropes Mansion, McIntire District, Witch House, and lantern-lit evening options. All stops are outdoors.

“Really informative and fun. Lisa was an excellent tour guide, very knowledgeable and friendly. Highly recommended”

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Boston: Freedom Trail History Small Group Walking Tour - From Boston Common to Granary Burying Ground
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Boston: Freedom Trail History Small Group Walking Tour

2.Freedom Trail History Small Group Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6,450 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $35

This 2.5-hour small-group walk follows all 16 official Freedom Trail landmarks, from Boston Common to Copp’s Hill Terrace. Guides such as Jon, Maura, Mark, and Alejandro bring the years 1760 to 1775 to life with clear stories, quotes, and plenty of time for questions. You will walk through downtown and the North End, but museum admission is not included.

“Excellent tour, our guide made it very interactive and fun. She was very informative and answered all our questions in detail.”

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Historic Charleston Guided Sightseeing Walking Tour - The French Quarter brings Charleston’s stories close together
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Historic Charleston Guided Sightseeing Walking Tour

3.Historic Charleston Guided Sightseeing Walking Tour

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

Spend two hours walking from Charleston City Hall through the French Quarter and South of Broad. Expect stories about churches, theaters, slavery, architecture, war, and civic life, plus Rainbow Row and views toward Fort Sumter. Guides include Evans, Al, Dennis, and Duggar. Bring water, use the restroom first, and arrive 15 minutes early.

“An informative history of Charleston. From the churches, the homes and past Slave history. How we have learned from mistakes in our past.”

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Savannah History and Haunts Candlelit Ghost Walking Tour - Starting at Chippewa Square after dark
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Savannah History and Haunts Candlelit Ghost Walking Tour

4.Savannah History and Haunts Candlelit Ghost Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,235 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $39

Walk Savannah’s historic streets by candlelight on a 90-minute tour led by guides such as Dan, Kel, or Kendra. You’ll hear factual stories of war, executions, murders, superstitions, and reported hauntings while visiting squares and old buildings. It is more historical and story-driven than a jump-scare show, with Colonial Park Cemetery as the finish.

“This ghost tour was such a fun experience and we would highly recommend it to anyone visiting Savannah!”

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Historic Savannah Guided Walking Tour - Four squares and the shape of old Savannah
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Historic Savannah Guided Walking Tour

5.Historic Savannah Guided Walking Tour

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

Walk Savannah’s Historic District with a local guide for about two hours, beginning and ending at Oglethorpe Square. Expect historic homes, Forsyth Park, River Street, Factors Walk, Colonial Park Cemetery, and stories of colonial, Civil War-era, and modern Savannah. Audio devices may be provided for clear listening.

“Great tour, enjoyed walking around all of the squares and learning about all of the quirky history of Georgia and Savannah”

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New Orleans Garden District History Walking Tour - Meeting at Lafayette Cemetery No. 1
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New Orleans Garden District History Walking Tour

6.New Orleans Garden District History Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,879 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $35

Spend about two hours with a local guide such as Caroline, Angie, or Shawn, exploring Garden District mansions and Lafayette Cemetery No. 1 from outside its gates. Learn about architecture, burial customs, film locations, and New Orleans life, then get personal tips for food, music, and drinks.

“Angie was an amazing tour guide and filled with information. Her knowledge about the area was beyond incredible. She definitely made a 2hr tour enjoyable. Will definitely recommend this tour to everyone.”

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French Quarter Historical Sights and Stories Walking Tour - French Quarter stories beyond the postcard view
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French Quarter Historical Sights and Stories Walking Tour

7.French Quarter Historical Sights and Stories Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,724 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $35

Spend two hours walking from Dumaine Street through the French Quarter, French Market, St. Louis Cathedral, Royal Street, and Jackson Square. Guides including Scott, Tim, Libby, Renee, Lesley, and Yvonne mix history, architecture, food tips, and local stories. Groups are capped at 12, with three daily departures.

“Lesley did an amazing job on our walking tour of the French Quarter with her deep knowledge of NOLA’s history, culture, food, architecture, etc. The tour enriched our time here and was the perfect way to launch our visit.”

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Hidden Alleyways and Historic Sites Small-Group Walking Tour - Rainbow Row: famous facades without the interior tour
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Hidden Alleyways and Historic Sites Small-Group Walking Tour

8.Hidden Alleyways and Historic Sites Small-Group Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,335 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $34

Walk Charleston’s South of Broad and French Quarter districts with a licensed local guide. You’ll explore four to six alleys, see Rainbow Row, Philadelphia Alley, St. Philip’s Episcopal Church, and the Heyward-Washington House, and hear stories from the Revolutionary and Civil War eras. Guides may include Dennis, Duggar, Evans, Al, or Mark.

“This 2 hour tour opened my eyes to the beauty and history of the historic area of Charleston. Al, our tour guide, was knowledgeable and funny.”

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Historic Ybor City Food Walking Tour - Meeting at the statue of Vicente Martinez-Ybor
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Historic Ybor City Food Walking Tour

9.Historic Ybor City Food Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,210 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $89

Spend about three hours walking Ybor City with guides such as Cindy, Surch, or Kristie, stopping for generous tastings tied to the district’s Cuban, Italian, German, and Spanish roots. Expect a Cuban sandwich, calzone, shepherd’s pie, sweets, and Cuban coffee, though the exact four to six tastings can vary.

“Kristie did a great job, she is so passionate about Ybor, the people, the history and the buildings. Importantly the food was delicious….come hungry. Highly recommended and you will score 💯 if you land Kristie as your guide.”

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Philadelphia Old City Historic Walking Tour with 10+ Top Sites - Christ Church and the Benjamin Franklin stops
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Philadelphia Old City Historic Walking Tour with 10+ Top Sites

10.Philadelphia Old City Historic Walking Tour with 10+ Top Sites

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,020 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $43

Spend 90 minutes walking Philadelphia’s Old City with a former stand-up comedian and history teacher. You’ll see 10 or more key sites, including Elfreth’s Alley, Christ Church, Carpenters’ Hall, the Liberty Bell, and Independence Hall. Guides such as Seamus, Joseph, Ty, and Amanda mix clear history with humor. Admission to several interiors is not included.

“A great introduction to the history of Philadelphia and our country, entertaining and very informative”

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Southern Flavors Food, Pub Crawl, and History Walking Tour - Johnson Square and the Historic District
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Southern Flavors Food, Pub Crawl, and History Walking Tour

11.Southern Flavors Food, Pub Crawl, and History Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,623 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $60

Spend about three hours walking from Johnson Square through Savannah’s Historic District and toward River Street, stopping at six food spots for Southern favorites and international flavors. Guides such as Christina, Christine, and Cricket mix local history with plenty of food. Tastings and beverages are included, while alcohol costs extra.

“This was the best tour of our trip! Do not miss it! Christina was incredible and so much fun! It was informative, entertaining, and overall a huge highlight of our trip. I would recommend this tour to anyone, and get excited if you have Christina as your guide.”

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Boston: Freedom Trail History Small Group Walking Tour - From Boston Common to Granary Burying Ground
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Boston: Freedom Trail History Small Group Walking Tour

12.Freedom Trail History Small Group Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,590 reviews · 2h 30m · from $35

Follow Boston’s Freedom Trail from Boston Common to Copp’s Hill Terrace in a group of 15 or fewer. An English-speaking guide such as Maura, Nick, Cyrus, or Alejandro leads you past 16 official landmarks, burial grounds, meeting houses, Paul Revere’s home, and Revolutionary sites. Plan on 2.5 hours and about 2 miles of city walking.

“The Freedom Trail Walking Tour was an excellent experience for our family. The guide was very engaging and knowledgeable of American history and of the city of Boston, past and present. We would definitely recommend this tour for anyone looking to learn more about early American history and the role played by the people of Boston.”

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Genteel and Bard's Savannah Dark History and Ghost Encounter Walking Tour - Oglethorpe Square sets the tone
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Genteel and Bard’s Savannah Dark History and Ghost Encounter Walking Tour

13.Genteel and Bard’s Savannah Dark History and Ghost Encounter Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,546 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $39

Walk through central Savannah with Genteel and Bard guides such as Juliana, Jovi, Ollie, and TC, hearing dark history, first-person letters, music, and ghost lore through high-range headsets. The outdoor route visits squares, cemeteries, and historic buildings from the street, with small groups capped at 22 people.

“Having the headset during this tour was great, because even in a large tour group, you can hear every word. Olie, our tour guide, was fantastic.”

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New Orleans Food and History Walking Tour - Starting with gumbo at 3rd Block Depot
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New Orleans Food and History Walking Tour

14.New Orleans Food and History Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,544 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $85

Walk through the French Quarter with an English-speaking guide and eat your way through five local stops. Expect gumbo, hot sauces, pralines, a fried catfish po-boy, muffuletta, boudin, red beans and rice, and dessert. Guides such as Beth, Meg, Dylan, John, and Sarah bring food stories and city history to the route.

“Wonderful and fun tour. This walking tour was a great way to taste the flavors of New Orleans and learn some of the amazing history of the city. Our guide was very knowledgeable.”

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Charleston historical walking tour with a Professor of History at The Citadel - Civic power at City Hall and the old statehouse
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Charleston historical walking tour with a Professor of History at The Citadel

15.Charleston historical walking tour with a Professor of History at The Citadel

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,284 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $40

Join Citadel history professor Eric Lager, Ph.D., for a roughly three-hour walk through Charleston’s historic center. In a group capped at 12, you’ll visit the French Quarter, Dock Street Theater, St. Michael’s Church, Washington Square, and the Battery, with Fort Sumter viewed from shore. The tour is in English and costs $40 per person.

“Eric is a fantastic guide. We enjoyed his very informative tour. His passion for history of Charleston keeps the tour very entertaining. Don't hesitate taking his tour.”

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