The 15 Best Walking Tours in the USA

History and Hauntings of Salem Guided Walking Tour - Starting at Old Town Hall in Derby Square

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

Review of Salem’s History and Hauntings walking tour, covering witch trials, historic sites, guides, weather, value, and practical tips.

“Michael did a great job in talks us back to the Salem of the 17th century. I enjoyed hearing about the history and ~hauntings~ of Salem! The tour was very informative and enjoyable, and worth every penny and more!! Couldn't have asked for a better tour, and tour guide :)”

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New Orleans Premier Ghost, Voodoo and Vampire Walking Tour

2.New Orleans Premier Ghost, Voodoo and Vampire Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 12,856 reviews · 1 hour 45 minutes (approx.) · from $27

Explore New Orleans after dark with ghost, voodoo, and vampire stories, historic French Quarter stops, and guides who know how to set the mood.

“We had a great time. Our guide “Spooky Rob” did an amazing job. He kept everyone engaged with his stories. He has great energy”

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Little Havana Food and Walking Tour in Miami

3.Little Havana Food and Walking Tour in Miami

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8,882 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $69

Taste Cuban classics, hear Calle Ocho stories, watch cigar rolling, and explore Little Havana on a generous 2.5-hour food tour.

“Knowledgeable and pleasant tour leader/guide. Friendly and engaging. Interesting conversation re: the past history and current highlights of Little Havana. Great food choices...delicious! Delightful music along the way!”

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Chicago: Gangsters and Ghosts Walking Tour

4.Gangsters and Ghosts Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7,155 reviews · from $52

Explore Chicago’s Loop through true gangster tales, ghost stories, Al Capone sites, and haunted hotels on a lively two-hour walking tour.

“Taka was so incredibly knowledgeable. She taught me so many things about Chicago. I had no idea and I’ve been living in Chicago. Almost my whole life. The way that she tells a story was so intriguing and engaging. She really made everyone in our group feel included Read more”

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Boston: Freedom Trail History Small Group Walking Tour

5.Freedom Trail History Small Group Walking Tour

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

Walk Boston’s Freedom Trail with a historian, see all 16 landmarks, and learn Revolutionary-era stories in a small 16-person group.

“Really great experience! Loved our guide, very knowledgeable and loved learning about all the history.”

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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

Explore Charleston’s French Quarter, Rainbow Row, and White Point Garden on a two-hour guided walk with local history and practical tips.

“Our tour guide, Evan’s, was excellent!! Extremely knowledgeable and entertaining! Loved his story telling of the history. Purchased several books online following tour to learn more ! You will not be disappointed if you book this tour, especially if Evan’s is your guide!!”

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New Orleans Food Walking Tour of the French Quarter with Small-Group Option

7.New Orleans Food Walking Tour of the French Quarter with Small-Group Option

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6,118 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $75

Taste gumbo, po-boys, jambalaya, pralines, and beignets while exploring New Orleans’ French Quarter with an expert guide.

“This was a fun tour in the French Quarter full of history and amazing food. We didn't really expect the quality of the places we visited to be so high, and we were able to try items we wouldn't have otherwise. Our tour guide Jack was so knowledgeable of the area and origins of the different cuisines we tried, and even gave plenty of tips on different places to visit, food related and otherwise. Definitely recommend this tour!”

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St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 Official Walking Tour

8.St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 Official Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,941 reviews · 55 minutes (approx.) · from $25

Tour New Orleans’ St. Louis Cemetery No. 1 with an official guide, see Marie Laveau’s tomb, and learn the city’s stories for $25.

“The guide for our tour was very knowledgeable and fun. The group was just the right size so that it was a good experience.”

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Cambridge: Harvard University Student-Guided Walking Tour

9.Cambridge: Harvard University Student-Guided Walking Tour

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

Walk Harvard Yard with a current student, see famous landmarks, hear campus stories, and judge whether this 70-minute Cambridge tour earns its $22 price.

“We thoroughly enjoyed this tour and our guide was called Clyde. He was full of interesting facts and knowledge and more than happy to answer any questions. Having the tour led by student also gave an insight into what life looks like for them being accepted into and studying in the university. We thoroughly recommend this tour.”

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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

Review of Harvard’s student-led walking tour, with campus highlights, practical tips, honest limits, price value, and advice on who should book.

“Apple was an amazing tour guide! Very informative and kind. Made the best of a very cold and windy day on campus.”

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Savannah History and Haunts Candlelit Ghost Walking Tour

11.Savannah History and Haunts Candlelit Ghost Walking Tour

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

Explore Savannah after dark on a candlelit walk through grim history, ghost lore, historic squares, and Colonial Park Cemetery.

“A very nice walking tour, with several points of interest. It was indeed about an hour and a half. Our guide was very fun and very happy to answer questions, especially about hauntings at the hotels each guest was staying at. Would do again!”

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Savannah First Squares Culinary & Cultural Walking Food Tour

12.Savannah First Squares Culinary & Cultural Walking Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,229 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $96

Review of Savannah’s 3-hour food and history walk, with six tastings, historic squares, practical tips, price, and dietary details.

“Come hungry and in your walking shoes. Great tour, guide was good as nd I liked everything we ate. I wish I could remember the resturaunt names but you could call the tour.”

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SoHo, Little Italy, and Chinatown Walking Tour in New York

13.SoHo, Little Italy, and Chinatown Walking Tour in New York

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,153 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $39

Explore SoHo, Little Italy, and Chinatown on a lively 2-hour NYC walk covering architecture, immigration, organized crime, food, and local tips.

“There is plenty of walking and looking on this experience. Our guide did give lots of information at stopping points but due to the area and route a lot of time was spent moving with no information. Mainly looking at building and talking about food. Not as much history of area.”

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New Orleans French Quarter, Voodoo and Culture Walking Tour

14.New Orleans French Quarter, Voodoo and Culture Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,961 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $27

Explore New Orleans voodoo, architecture, Congo Square, and French Quarter history on a relaxed two-hour walking tour for $27.99.

“So much great history and stories of creepy events within a small area of the city. James also made some great recommendations for places to eat as a local.”

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