Einzigartige Aktivitäten in Rappahannock River

Discover the musical heritage of U Street --aka Black Broadway-- from jazz to hip hop to punk to go go. Walk the streets & back alleys and learn how murals, theatres, music venues, and memorials embrace the history of this amazing neighborhood. Along the way, we'll listen to a diverse playlist that will match up with the murals and venues. Other things to note: This tour ends at the intersection of 13th & U NW, 8 blocks from the starting point. Typically I hold tours rain or shine, unless the weather posses a safety hazard (lightning, ice, tornado, etc). If a weather-related emergency arises, I will be in contact with the group to cancel, delay, or reschedule. The tour includes long periods of standing and walking outdoors. Please wear comfortable and weather-appropriate footwear and clothing. Restrooms may not be available during your tour; please plan accordingly.

Join husband-and-wife duo Leo and Monica for an evening of laughter, fun, and fresh pasta, with recipes rolled straight from Leo’s traditional Florentine roots. This is a great experience for Couples, Family and Celebrations or special nights with your loved one. This is the most reviewed experience making Handmade Pasta Class in the entire area. We'll jump into the pasta-making portion of our class. You’ll learn just how easy it is to whip up a perfect pasta dough, roll it out, shape and fill each delicate nibble with a punchy, flavor-packed filling made from scratch. The class will focus on 3 types of Pasta (Ravioli, Tortellini and Tagliatelle plus some surprise shapes). Every class will last about three hours, at the end of which guests will have dinner with the hosts and taste their creations on the spot! Tortellini, ravioli, tagliatelle, spaghetti – after a few hours in Leo and Monica’s kitchen, you’ll be able to tackle any variety and produce a pasta-piece that tastes even better than it looks. Better yet, you can ask ahead of time for a more personalized menu. Other things to note Please let us know in advance if you have Food allergies or intolerance.

Join me in exploring the hidden history of the White House neighborhood, Lafayette Square, and its most unusual events and personalities. As part of this tour, you’ll learn about the biggest scandal in Washington's history, which toppled an entire presidential Cabinet. Best way to contact: savvyveteran at gmail dot com Meet in the middle of Lafayette Sq. at the Gen. Jackson statue. You’ll hear stories you won’t hear anywhere else, including: the hidden symbols within the White House's architecture, spies who operated from the Square, the wildest parties in presidential history, the murder of a District Attorney by a Congressman, the enslaved woman who ignited a Civil Rights revolution, deadly duels between military officers, the tragic death of America's first female professional photographer, the untold stories of presidential assassinations, the nation's first and little-known civil war, where the CIA and the space program were founded...and more!

Welcome! Are you an enthusiast for African American history and culture? On this tour we will visit over a dozen sites, and the tour ends with a marvelous soul food meal. I will show and explain heritage sites within the historic Shaw community surrounding Howard University in northwest Washington, DC. SHAW COMMUNITY (WASHINGTON, DC) The Shaw community is named in honor of American Civil War Colonel Robert Gould Shaw of the 54th Massachusetts in the US Civil War. Howard University is named after U.S. Civil War General Oliver Otis Howard. The Shaw community emerged after the Civil War with homes, banks, churches, and more. Shaw declined with the 'uprising' of 1968, a national reaction to the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The community lie in ruin until new construction or new investment until 2008. Many tourists have been unaware of these sites until the opening of the National Museum of African American History and Culture in 2016. SOUL FOOD Soul food is the ethnic food for African Americans (Aframericans). The food holds history, tradition and celebrates our freedom. There is also vegan soul food. All the sites are within walking distance. I do not prepare the food. It is prepared by a professional soul food chef. MEETING POINT When you purchase your ticket then you will receive instructions on where to meet me to start the tour.

Experience the heart of Washington, DC with us on a guided 3-hour journey through the National Mall. This dynamic tour seamlessly blends driving and walking to ensure you "SEE IT ALL." Starting at the Washington Grand Hyatt, our adventure begins right in front of Starbucks. Meet your knowledgeable Tour Guide, board our comfortable van, and set off for the National Mall. With live commentary from your guide, immerse yourself in the stories behind the monuments, memorials, and other captivating attractions that define the National Mall's significance. Throughout the tour, you'll have the opportunity to disembark and explore several of DC's major attractions for 15 to 25 minutes at each location. Our drop-offs and pickups are strategically situated as close as legally feasible to each site, ensuring convenient access. As the tour concludes, we return you to the Washington Grand Hyatt. And to cater to your comfort: - Stay refreshed with complimentary water. - Keep your phone powered up with our charging equipment, simply inform your driver. - No need to worry about the weather – rain or shine, we've got you covered with umbrellas.

If you enjoy real-life spy stories, covert operations, and international intrigue, this tour is for you. All of our tours are developed and delivered by former intelligence officers. Learn spy mindset as you explore the hidden history of Georgetown. Hear about the crucial role residents played in espionage during WWII and the Soviet Era. And…conduct a secret operation! Hint: Bring your map reading skills. This tour is ideal for groups and teams. Don’t forget your walking shoes, bring water, and dress for the weather. Not seeing a tour on the calendar that works for your schedule? Submit a request for a new date/time. We'll work with you and do our best to accommodate your needs.

Join us for a historic Donut adventure through our nation’s capital, Washington DC. Our tour begins in Western Market, which has a legacy dating back to 1802! There we will sample donuts made from a business that’s been in the same family for five generations. From there we’ll head downtown, where we’ll see a restaurant favored by a former President before passing by the White House itself for a perfect photo op. After soaking in some history at Lafayette Square, we’ll head deeper into DC to try some local fan favorite donuts from local celebrities. From there, we’ll head down Palmers Alley, one of the most photographed spots in DC, where we’ll end our adventure with delectable donuts with an international flavor. By the end, you’ll have made some great friends and enjoyed some incredible donuts and history. We hope you can join us today!

Discover the musical heritage of U Street --aka Black Broadway-- from jazz to hip hop to punk to go go. Walk the streets & back alleys and learn how murals, theatres, music venues, and memorials embrace the history of this amazing neighborhood. Along the way, we'll listen to a diverse playlist that will match up with the murals and venues. Other things to note: This tour ends at the intersection of 13th & U NW, 8 blocks from the starting point. Typically I hold tours rain or shine, unless the weather posses a safety hazard (lightning, ice, tornado, etc). If a weather-related emergency arises, I will be in contact with the group to cancel, delay, or reschedule. The tour includes long periods of standing and walking outdoors. Please wear comfortable and weather-appropriate footwear and clothing. Restrooms may not be available during your tour; please plan accordingly.

Join husband-and-wife duo Leo and Monica for an evening of laughter, fun, and fresh pasta, with recipes rolled straight from Leo’s traditional Florentine roots. This is a great experience for Couples, Family and Celebrations or special nights with your loved one. This is the most reviewed experience making Handmade Pasta Class in the entire area. We'll jump into the pasta-making portion of our class. You’ll learn just how easy it is to whip up a perfect pasta dough, roll it out, shape and fill each delicate nibble with a punchy, flavor-packed filling made from scratch. The class will focus on 3 types of Pasta (Ravioli, Tortellini and Tagliatelle plus some surprise shapes). Every class will last about three hours, at the end of which guests will have dinner with the hosts and taste their creations on the spot! Tortellini, ravioli, tagliatelle, spaghetti – after a few hours in Leo and Monica’s kitchen, you’ll be able to tackle any variety and produce a pasta-piece that tastes even better than it looks. Better yet, you can ask ahead of time for a more personalized menu. Other things to note Please let us know in advance if you have Food allergies or intolerance.

Allow a local expert to lead the way on Richmond's most interesting and exciting James River hiking and walking trails! We'll meet in Manchester, and set off on our walk/hike. We'll take in the view at the Manchester climbing wall and associated park for sweeping views of the downtown skyline, before taking the Buttermilk Trail to Belle Isle. Next, we'll loop around Belle Isle, before taking the suspension bridge to the north bank and Brown's Island. If river conditions allow it, we'll visit Pipeline Park before heading across the T. Tyler Potterfield Memorial Bridge back to Manchester. At times, we'll feel completely immersed in nature, and at others we'll be right in the middle of downtown. In total, we'll walk 3-4 miles (usually 2 hours). We'll discover wildlife, historic bridges, Civil War-era ruins, and the highly unique nature-within-a-city features of James River Park.

We will meet at the infamous Lincoln Memorial to take advantage of it’s beautiful white backdrop and architecture. There, we can capture great views of the entire national mall seeing the Monument and Washington Capitol. Then we will continue to explore the mall as we walk alongside the reflecting pool towards the WWII memorial then past that to the Washington Monument. Portraits available: individual, couples, families (up to four people)! Group rates available for 5+ people. For groups of 6 or more, please PM for options!! NOTE!!! Please book the private group option if you are not willing to share your time slot with other travelers! The experience is defaulted to allow up to 6 related or unrelated travelers to be in a group, if you do not book all 6 slots in a public group, the slot remains open for others to join you. Booking a private group (however many people it might be) ensures only your group has that slot!!!

We'll meet at the first restaurant stop and you'll learn a little more about what to expect from your tour experience. We want to make sure that you have fun, learn a few new things, and end up pleasantly full by the end of your tour. Sample Southern comfort food in a Prohibition-era bar where John F. Kennedy proposed to Jackie Bouvier, sip tea near a canal once used to transport goods to the West, and taste socially-conscious street food that helps feed refugees. Once a thriving port town, Georgetown is DC’s oldest neighborhood and still reveals glimpses of mule-drawn boats and flour mills. Discover Georgetown’s cosmopolitan past, where people from every continent and many religions lived together and built an eclectic culinary community. More than just a premier shopping destination, Georgetown has a delicious and culturally-diverse history that might surprise you. Other things to note The tour goes out in rain or shine so dress appropriately. A potion of your ticket will be donated back to help feed a local in need through our partnership with Bread for the City. Allergies or dietary restrictions? We try our best to accommodate you. Please let us know in advance. Please note: Unfortunately, as our tastings contribute to our story, we are not able to accommodate vegan diets, dairy, or gluten allergies on our Georgetown tour.

From spies to secret passageways put your super sleuth skills to the test as you search for over 80 secret doors and explore our themed rooms. We would never give you a map - this would ruin the surprise of finding a secret door but you will have a Q & A with one of our docents before you start your journey. It’s not in the finding, it’s in the seeking that is important. Experience the magic! Your self-guided experience will begin with an in-depth video introduction to our history and our secret doors, as well as what to look for as you go. Then, we will send you off on your own to search for the secrets and treasures that are everywhere to be found. As you explore the mansion, which is steeped in history and intrigue, you'll be walking in the footsteps of presidents, freedom fighters, G-Men, historians, famous musicians, and fiction writers. Built 125 years ago, nearly every President since Teddy Roosevelt has visited. Things to note We guarantee you can see at least 60 of our legendary rooms — but be warned secret doors are tricky to find —if you find 2 or 3 you are an above average sleuth All ages can attend. If you have a short attention span, this is the place for you because there is so much to see and do. If you are a minimalist, you will be overwhelmed. Museum closes: Sunday - Tuesday at 6pm and Wednesday - Saturday at 9pm.

The National Air and Space Museum covers everything from the early history of flight to the Space Race and moon landings. Learn all about the history of flight and what it takes to be an astronaut with one of our expert guides on this 2 hour semi-private guided museum tour which welcomes up to 8 guests. From the Apollo 11 Command Module to real moon rocks, the National Air and Space Museum has some of the most out-of-this-world artifacts. You’ll see earlier examples of planes like the Wright Brother’s aircraft and the Spirit of St. Louis, which successfully crossed the Atlantic Ocean before such a feat seemed commonplace. Your guide will discuss the myths behind the mysterious disappearance of famed pilot Amelia Earhart. Come face to face with space suits used by astronauts working on the Hubble telescope and see the two story back ups for the Hubble telescope and the early space station Skylab dominate your field of vision and since the originals stayed in space, this is the best way to get up close and personal! Moonwalk by lunar modules as you discover the history of the world’s leading air and space program including the innovation and technology that made it possible to land a man on the moon. There’s even freeze dried ice cream in the gift shop to complete the experience. Other things to note Wheelchair tours under request only Bring Valid Photo ID Arrive 10min early! Don't bring large bags or suitcases Permanent Collection Only PLEASE NOTE: The Air & Space Museum is currently under massive construction. On display at this moment: https://airandspace.si.edu/exhibitions/now-view

Join me in exploring the hidden history of the White House neighborhood, Lafayette Square, and its most unusual events and personalities. As part of this tour, you’ll learn about the biggest scandal in Washington's history, which toppled an entire presidential Cabinet. Best way to contact: savvyveteran at gmail dot com Meet in the middle of Lafayette Sq. at the Gen. Jackson statue. You’ll hear stories you won’t hear anywhere else, including: the hidden symbols within the White House's architecture, spies who operated from the Square, the wildest parties in presidential history, the murder of a District Attorney by a Congressman, the enslaved woman who ignited a Civil Rights revolution, deadly duels between military officers, the tragic death of America's first female professional photographer, the untold stories of presidential assassinations, the nation's first and little-known civil war, where the CIA and the space program were founded...and more!

Welcome! Are you an enthusiast for African American history and culture? On this tour we will visit over a dozen sites, and the tour ends with a marvelous soul food meal. I will show and explain heritage sites within the historic Shaw community surrounding Howard University in northwest Washington, DC. SHAW COMMUNITY (WASHINGTON, DC) The Shaw community is named in honor of American Civil War Colonel Robert Gould Shaw of the 54th Massachusetts in the US Civil War. Howard University is named after U.S. Civil War General Oliver Otis Howard. The Shaw community emerged after the Civil War with homes, banks, churches, and more. Shaw declined with the 'uprising' of 1968, a national reaction to the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The community lie in ruin until new construction or new investment until 2008. Many tourists have been unaware of these sites until the opening of the National Museum of African American History and Culture in 2016. SOUL FOOD Soul food is the ethnic food for African Americans (Aframericans). The food holds history, tradition and celebrates our freedom. There is also vegan soul food. All the sites are within walking distance. I do not prepare the food. It is prepared by a professional soul food chef. MEETING POINT When you purchase your ticket then you will receive instructions on where to meet me to start the tour.

African culture inspires art, music, food, and more in cities across the United States. Join us as we explore neighborhoods in Washington, DC and discover pieces of The Motherland in the Diaspora. As long-time District residents, immersed in the city's social scene and lovers of African culture, join us at some of our favorite spots. We'll show you how African culture inspires Chocolate City! 100% of the proceeds from C2C experiences go to supporting the mission of Connected to Culture, Inc. Follow us @connectedtoculture on Instagram. DC was once truly the heart of Black culture in America, attracting locals and visitors for an unparalleled music and nightlife scene. Let us take you to the nightlife spots with African-infused menus, drinks and music.

I will be hosting a 1 and 1/2 tour of the National Gallery of Art. I will be talking about the architecture of the building, how the Museum acquired the paintings. Most importantly the paintings themselves. The guests will leave A better understanding of art. Often times people who visit the National Gallery get Masterpiece overload. I'll be teaching them how to enjoy their surroundings and understand the surroundings and which they are viewing the art. Guests we leave understanding the difference between each art movement. As well, guests will be able to understand why the museum felt the need to acquire these pieces of Art.

Alexandria, Virginia sits just across the river from DC but Old Town feels far removed with its cobblestone streets and charming row homes. When visiting DC, we always suggest that people take the time to explore this little nearby gem! It’s easy to arrive by car, ride share, Metro, or even by Water Taxi. Enjoy tastings from locally-owned restaurants which contribute to the story we share about this little slice of Northern Virginia. Along the way we will visit a classic spot that has been a mainstay for over 40 years; a restaurant with award-winning dishes, and classic bistro with European roots. Explore the pretty streetscapes, the waterfront, public art pieces, and the architecture while you learn about the evolution of this small city from your insightful guide. From the Civil War to Civil Rights to present day, Old Town has played an instrumental part in this country’s history. Come and get a taste of history. End the Old Town Alexandria tour at the last restaurant for a sweet treat, where your guide will be happy to assist in helping you find your way to your next activity. A potion of your ticket will be donated back to help feed a local in need through our partnership with Bread for the City. Allergies or dietary restrictions? We try our best to accommodate you. Please let us know in advance. Unfortunately, we are not able to accommodate a vegan diet.

I will take photographs of you while we walk to a few locations throughout Washington DC. This will include the United States Capital Building, Lincoln Memorial, and Washington Monument. If the weather is good, we will also go to a beautiful park where you really feel and see the lovely DC landscape. I will focus on taking pictures in as natural a way as possible, while you go about enjoying the scenery. In the end, you will have professional-looking pictures that I believe you will thoroughly enjoy. We will take a look at some of the pictures and I will then send them to you digitally.