America · EVENING EXPERIENCES
The good evening experiences fill up early and the best go first. Below: the 15 to book ahead, what each includes and how they differ.
Night-lit DC memorials with a guide, photo stops, and an optional glass-roof upgrade. See Lincoln, MLK and more in 3 hours.
“George was fantastic. So much knowledge and such a great personality. Highly recommended this tour!!”
See the Las Vegas Strip from a helicopter at night in just 10 to 12 minutes, with optional 6pm dinner and round-trip hotel links.
“This is the Second helicopter ride we have been on in 2 years. We had such a great Experience we came back again. Maybe that is the problem. The first time we went on this quick tour it was great. Easy, no drama, nice staff, safe. The piolit (Blonde Woman) was so great. She took her time was very easy and was a great tour guide pointing out all the Vegas strip and facts. It was truly 15ish min. This time we went the Pilot was a Man ( Not that it matters either way that is just the only way I am distinguishing the difference as I do not…”
Kona manta ray night snorkel from Keauhou Bay. Gear and snacks included, sunset cruise, and a free return if you miss mantas.
“Such a cool experience and not too cold!!! We were very worried about getting cold on the way back but it wasn’t bad at all. Bring a sweatshirt and some dry clothes.”
Night coach tour of Washington DC’s National Mall with 10+ photo stops, expert narration, and optional next-day museum upgrades for a smooth itinerary.
“Great highlight tour of the monuments! Guide was very knowledgeable of both past and present history.”
Two hours on a New Orleans steamboat with the Grammy-nominated Dukes of Dixieland, captain narration, cocktails, and optional Creole dinner.
“Enjoyed the food the band and the scenery very good tour”
Big Bus SF Red Route hop-on hop-off with 17 stops, open-top views and recorded earbuds, plus an optional panoramic sunset add-on.
“It was a fun trip, lots of places to get off and on. Drop offs were a ways off. First time on self guided tour. It is good that you can pick and choose where you spend your time. That was nice.”
A 2-hour adult Philly night walk with a history and folklore professor, bold ghost tales, and R-rated stories from the Founding era.
“Ted led an excellent and very interesting walking tour! Cool mix of ghost stories, seedy underbelly of history facts, some literature, and of course lots of history! Highly recommend! Wear a good jacket, it’s all outside!”
A 40-minute Charleston ghost tour by horse and carriage, narrated by certified guides. You’ll see key haunt spots fast, with no walking.
“Aiken was the new horse and he was great, along with his guide Miles. We loved the ghost tour and enjoyed the historical facts he gave us.”
Big Bus Las Vegas night tour by open-top bus: Strip lights, Downtown views, English/Spanish narration, and an optional Welcome sign photo stop.
“Have cameras ready and prepare for some wind Great for folks who can't walk the strip and still want to see it. Lots of information about the properties”
A 2-hour Key West sunset catamaran sail with open bar, live local music, and heavy hors d’oeuvres, plus plenty of room to watch.
“We had a little issue with finding the meeting location but once we found “the pineapple “, it was smooth sailing (pun intended). The crew were awesome. The food and drinks were plentiful and the delightful.”
Walk Charleston by night with a licensed guide, then get after-hours access to the 1772 Unitarian Church Graveyard.
“Historical ghostly stories of Charleston. The dark cemetery experience was the most eerie. Unfortunately, I stepped on a mound of fire ants and got bit.”
Ride the Carolina Belle on a 90-minute Charleston Harbor cruise with live captain narration, Fort Sumter views, and Cooper River bridge passes.
“We were running behind to get aboard the boat. All the seats on the upper deck were full so get there early for a good seat. The captain was very knowledgeable and friendly. Someone got engaged on the boat on the way back. Memorable trip for sure. The sunset was beautiful!”
See NYC’s skyline lit up from an open-top double-decker bus, with English audio, a smart route, and a quick Brooklyn Bridge night view.
“Loved kicking off our mother / daughter weekend visit to NYC with the night tour with Shawn as our live guide. It was the perfect way to see the bright lights of the city and helped orient ourselves for the rest of our trip. Shawn was witty, engaging, and full of knowledge about the sights and landmarks. Highly recommend this tour. Thanks for a great experience!”
Off-road Jeep tour from Scottsdale with Tonto National Forest stops, granite summit views, and a true Sonoran sunset over saguaro country.
“Our driver/tour guide was awesome! Whitney was witty and very knowledgeable! The views were beautiful and breathtaking! Whitney had cold water for us and a surprise frozen treat as well.”
Dead of Night in Savannah is a 90-minute haunted walking tour mixing local history and spooky tales at six iconic night-time stops.
“Henry was excellent at telling each ghost’s story with a dramatic yet understatedly creepy touch. Walking the streets of Savannah at night, beneath illuminated live oak trees draped in Spanish moss, gave every stop a distinctly supernatural atmosphere. The setting and storytelling combined to make each encounter feel immersive and eerie without being over the top.”
Every kind of day out, and the best of each.
