The answer is yes, absolutely! As any Washington DC tour will tell you, the capital is one of the most pedestrian-friendly cities in the United States. That’s especially true in more touristy areas like the National Mall, which features extra-wide sidewalks for strolling among the monuments freely and easily. The National Mall also features clusters […]
If you’re planning on staying inside and visiting the museums, you can visit the capital year-round. However, if you’re thinking of taking a Washington monuments tour, your best bet is to either visit between September and November or March and May. That way, you get to avoid peak season and the weather issues that sometimes […]
The grounds of Chichen Itza are sprawling, about five square miles all around. And with so much to see, it’s hard to soak up all of the history in under an hour. Most people spend about three hours exploring this ancient city, as there is a lot to see! Along with the iconic Temple of […]
The Ek Balam ruins are all that remain of a once-thriving Mayan temple city. Ek Balam was the center of a large Mayan kingdom through the Classical era. Only part of the ancient city was actually excavated, so what you see when you visit Ek Balam is the “tip of the iceberg.” The city was […]
The ancient temple city of Ek Balam was built some 1,500 years ago. It served as a hub for trading activity among the Mayan people, a religious center, and an economic nexus where Mayan culture and worship came together. It is unique in its architectural style, which features a flat-topped acropolis that you can still […]
The Newport Cliff Walk is a famous public walking trail along the eastern coast of Rhode Island. Here, you can soak up the natural beauty of Rhode Island’s rugged coastline and the stunning architectural display of Newport’s iconic gilded-age mansions. The trail is 3.5 miles long and has moderate terrain, with a couple of patches […]
Put simply, the Coba Mayan ruins are old. This ancient Mayan metropolis is over 2,000 years old! This ruined city was once the center of an intricate stone causeway system and it contains many records of daily and ceremonial life for the Mayans. Scattered around several lakes in the Mayan lowlands, Coba consists of a […]
The Ek Balam ruins have fascinated travelers and historians alike for many decades. This once-thriving Mayan city features an unusually shaped pyramid, an acropolis, and many more ancient structures that offer many historical insights into Mayan culture. Best yet, you can still climb to the top of the highest ruins. It is 106 steps to […]
Buying a Colonial Williamsburg ticket or annual pass lets you tour the Peyton Randolph House. An easy way to incorporate the Peyton Randolph House into your visit is by taking Action Tour Guide’s self-guided audio tour. One of the tour’s first stops is this 18th-century mansion.
If you're going to visit one place on your Washington DC tour, we suggest the National Mall. Located right in the middle of the city, the National Mall houses some of the most interesting monuments, buildings, and museums in Washington.
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