Tours and Trips in USA

Visit two Bay Area attractions dedicated to California's natural environment on this 5-hour tour from San Francisco. First, head over the Golden Gate Bridge to Muir Woods National Monument to see the coastal redwood trees. Then return to the city, via Sausalito, for a visit to Aquarium of the Bay, home to marine life from the waters of San Francisco Bay. Select a morning or afternoon departure time when booking.

Get out in the wild bayous of Louisiana with this airboat tour, an easy day trip from New Orleans with included round-trip transportation. In a small or large airboat, enjoy a zippy ride over the water while keeping your eyes out for animals such as herons, egrets, snakes, and alligators. Learn about the local flora and fauna while training your camera for great photo ops of the swampy landscape.

Explore three galleries of quilt and fiber art from around the world with admission to the National Quilt Museum in Paducah, Kentucky. See a vast collection of work that rotates many times each year, highlighting everything from regional designs to miniature quilts and antiques.

Discover the history of 'America's Sports Car' at the National Corvette Museum in Bowling Green, Kentucky. Featuring over 80 Corvettes in periodic settings, the collection includes mint classics, one-of-a-kind prototypes and modern-day wonders of engineering and design. Enjoy interactive trivia kiosks and informative rotating displays. Along the way, pick up a souvenir from the Corvette Store and grab a bite to eat in the Corvette Caf e. Also, get behind the wheel of a 2015 Stingray in the lobby or take a test drive at nearby NCM Motorsports Park.

Explore the haunts of the 'exceptional young ladies' (aka witches) from Miss Robichaux's Academy on this 2.5-hour walking tour of 'American Horror Story: Coven' filming sites in New Orleans. See real-life French Quarter locations that are featured in the third season of the hit FX TV series, including the LaLaurie Mansion, rumored to be one of New Orleans' most haunted houses, and St. Louis Cemetery. Along the way, separate fact from fiction as you learn about the area's history and hear tales of witches, ghosts, vampires and voodoo from your guide.

Founded in 1976, the National Museum of American Jewish History is a Smithsonian-affiliated museum located in Center City Philadelphia, situated in the Independence Mall. It is the only museum in the nation dedicated exclusively to exploring and interpreting the American Jewish experience.

Once you've seen the sights of Independence National Historical Park, continue your exploration of Philadelphia with a visit to the National Liberty Museum. The museum includes a range of artworks and historical objects, but also hosts interactive exhibitions that encourage visitors to explore what liberty and freedom mean to them. Touch a replica of the Liberty Bell, admire a colossal glass sculpture by Dale Chihuly, see military medals and White House china, and more.

Plan your vacation ahead of time with this day pass to the Natural History Museum of Utah. Stroll through the architectural structures of the award-winning building to check out the ten galleries and interactive exhibits at your own pace. Pass is valid any day the museum is open.

Secure your entry in advance to save time on vacation and explore the story of US comedy at Jamestown's National Comedy Center. Head inside and enjoy the museum's immersive exhibits and experiences to learn how the nation's comedy developed, from vaudeville to viral memes. Stand in the shoes of pros, try stand-up, chart comic greats, and more; and upgrade to include admission to the nearby Lucille Ball Desi Arnaz Museum.

Get to know the city of Nashville by taking this guided, 1.5-hour trolley tour. Explore Music City and its top attractions on an entertaining and educational journey. Visit more than 100 points of interest among Nashville's top attractions like the Ryman Auditorium, the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, Music Row, Vanderbilt University, the State Capitol building, the Parthenon and much more with live on-board commentary from a professional tour conductor.

In the heart of Washington, D.C., National Geographic hosts world-class exhibitions, exclusive events, and an inspiring community of explorers.

Journey deep into the Alaskan wilderness on this 8.5-hour cruise from Seward through Kenai Fjords National Park. Aboard a spacious vessel customized for comfort, travel past alpine and tidewater glaciers among the fjords and take in a  bounty of wildlife sightings, including whales, sea lions and birds. Visit the Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge for great views of seabird rookeries. Enjoy a delicious lunch on board, and stop at a private lodge on Fox Island for a dinner buffet of wild Alaskan salmon and prime rib.

Experience New Orleans' wild bayou country on an exciting, family"friendly airboat ride! This approximate 2"hour boat tour winds through the mossy cypress swamp close to Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve, named for the 19th"century pirate and smuggler. While onboard, enjoy lively commentary from a native guide as you admire lush, forested shoreline and spot local wildlife.

Because the Nashville Zoo is a popular attraction in Music City, the ticket lines can get super long, especially on the weekends. Prebook your Nashville Zoo admission ticket ahead of time online, and bypass those long purchasing lines and go straight to the queues to get inside. This zoo makes a perfect outing for families or anyone interested in exploring the wide variety of exhibits without feeling rushed.

Take a fun and memorable day trip from Nashville to Memphis. After a convenient hotel pickup, visit Elvis Presley's Graceland and Beale Street, Tennessee's celebrated "Home of the Blues," on an all-day tour in a comfortable 14-person deluxe van. Get VIP access to Graceland's many exhibits and attractions - including the newly expanded Elvis Car Museum - and $15 credit toward food, drink, or merchandise on Beale Street.

Get beyond Savannah's tourist sites on a 3-hour tour of the historic district and local neighborhoods that offers a unique taste of the city's history, architecture, and culture. Throughout your tour of the city, a local guide will share stories from Savannah's colorful past and present. This 3-hour Savannah tour includes pickup and drop-off at a central location in historic Savannah.

Named in honor of the late Maestro Kenneth Schermerhorn, who led the GRAMMY Award-winning Nashville Symphony for 22 years, the Schermerhorn Symphony Center is home of the Nashville Symphony. Located in downtown Nashville's SoBro neighborhood, across from the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, the building hosts a wide range of musical events, including classical, pops, jazz, and world music. An experience at the Nashville Schermerhorn Symphony Center can take you on a musical Journey that will last a lifetime.     National Geographic Live! Ocean Soul with Underwater Photographer Brian Skerry | Monday, April 29, 2019 at 7 p.m. | Schermerhorn Symphony CenterVisit the Itinerary section below for more details on events.

Join our two hour small group guided tour of the National Museum of Art. A trip to an art museum can be overwhelming. What do you focus on? What are the must-see pieces? Stephen Mead will take you through the National Gallery of Art's highlights, historical showstoppers and fan favorites over the course of two hours. He will stop to discuss each piece's symbols, stories and background. You will see 40 plus choice artworks that visually are the finest from the Renaissance, 18th Century, and Medieval Art periods. With each piece Stephen will point out the symbols, stories, and reason why the artists painted the art work.  The group will meet inside the National Gallery of Art West Building Ground Floor 6th and Constitution Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20516.  The tour will go from 1:00 pm until 3:00 pm.  Adventures for Creative Tourists is not an affiliate of the National Gallery of Art.  We are an affiliate of the Guild of Professional Tour Guides.

Explore one of the most famous museums in Washington, DC on this guided, 3-hour, small-group walking tour of the National Gallery of Art. See world-famous works by Rembrandt, Claude Monet, Jan Van Eyck, Johannes Vermeer, JMW Turner and many others. Spend time admiring Leonardo da Vinci's only portrait in America, 'Ginevra de' Benci.' Discuss art history, philanthropy, material culture and object conservation with a local art historian and gain a better understanding of what goes into creating a national art collection.

Nathan Burton blends illusion, showgirls and comedy into a family-friendly show at the heart of the Las Vegas Strip. Join an all-ages crowd at Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino, and let Burton work his on-stage magic by reading minds, disappearing ladies and keeping the Sin City spirit alive with fun and flair.