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From prospective cadet candidates visiting the United States Military Academy to guided tours of historic West Point to top-notch shows and sporting events, there are numerous reasons to visit West Point.

General Information

Please Note: Entrance is allowed for business, for visiting staff, faculty, and cadets who live on West Point, and for public events such as concerts, sporting events, cadet reviews, and graduation.  Visitors may take a nominally priced guided bus tour of the Academy grounds departing from the West Point Visitors Center.  Please visit  West Point Tours  or call (845) 446-4724, ext. 201 for more details.  Foreign nationals without a qualified escort may only access West Point by taking a West Point tour.

Type of Visitor

• Cadet Candidates
• General Public
• USMAPS Visitors
• Guided Tours (845) 446-4724, ext. 201
• Virtual Tour

Attractions

• Frederic V. Malek West Point Visitors Center
• West Point Museum
• West Point Cemetery
• Constitution Island
• West Point Band Schedule
• Cadet Review/Parade Schedule
• NCAA Athletics Events
• West Point Family and MWR Events  
• Eisenhower Hall Theatre

Dining at West Point

Visitors to West Point have a variety of dining options to choose from on campus - with several options providing support directly to Cadets through the Directorate of Cadet Activities. 

• On-post dining options
• Catering options

Chamber of Commerce

• Town of Highlands Chamber of Commerce
• Hudson Valley Gateway Chamber of Commerce  (Peekskill area) 
• West Point Garrison and Community
• Directions - Garrison and Community Website
• Local Conditions - Garrison and Community Facebook Page

Resources for K-8

• West Point Courses (Online learning activities)

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West Point & Hudson Cruise, New York

History will come to life on this tour of the United States Military Academy at West Point. Lunch is included at the Thayer Hotel and the day will end with a two-hour sightseeing cruise on the Hudson River.

• Detailed Overview
• Tour Itinerary
• Pick-up Points
• Departure Dates

Our West Point tour will start with a guided overview from the start of West Point in 1778 as a military post during the Revolutionary War to the modern times of the United States Military Academy.  Following our tour of breathtaking scenery through the Hudson Highland, an included lunch at the Thayer Hotel will be enjoyed before we board The Pride of the Hudson for a sightseeing cruise on the Hudson River. 

Tour Includes

Transportation

Step-On Guided Tour of West Point

Lunch at the Thayer Hotel

Sightseeing Cruise aboard The Pride of the Hudson

You will learn all aspects of cadet life at the United States Military Academy at West Point from our guide on-board the coach during our 90 minute tour. See the Main Cadet Chapel, Trophy Point, Battle Monument, Monument to the Great Chain, and the Parade Field (tour stops are subject to change). An included buffet lunch at the Thayer Hotel will be enjoyed before we board The Pride of the Hudson for a sightseeing cruise on the Hudson River.

Timed Itinerary

A rest stop will be made on the way to our destination today. 10:15 AM Arrive at the Visitors Center 10:45 AM - 12:15 PM Guided tour of West Point Military Academy 12:30 PM - 1:45 PM Buffet lunch at the Thayer Hotel 2:15 PM Board The Pride of the Hudson 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM Narrated sightseeing cruise aboard The Pride of the Hudson A dinner stop will be made on the way home. This meal is not included in the cost of the tour.

Important Info

All guests are required to bring a US Driver's License, US Driver Permit, DMV ID Card, Military ID, or Passport for access to West Point. A Pennsylvania Driver’s License or DMV ID Card is acceptable in this case as the RealID issue with these forms of ID does not apply when taking the tour of West Point.

Please note

Our intention is to run each tour as originally planned and published. However, if deemed necessary to do so, Perkiomen Tours reserves the right to make changes to tour components, schedules or itineraries without prior notification. Tips for Perkiomen motorcoach drivers and tour escorts are not included in the price of this tour. We feel that these gratuities should be extended on an individual basis and dictated by the level of service provided. Motorcoach seating is assigned at the time of reservation but can not be guaranteed. Although we do our best to keep each traveler in the seat assigned at the time of reservation, there are times that it is necessary to move seat locations. Please be sure to verify your final seat number(s) with your driver at the time of boarding.

Below is a list of pick-up points available on this tour.

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ONLINE RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED AND CLOSE 1 HOUR BEFORE THE TOUR START TIME

WE DO NOT TAKE RESERVATIONS BY PHONE 

For general information regarding West Point, contact Public Affairs at 845-938-2638

Group Tours of West Point

Group visits to West Point offer a great experience for all ages and interests. Review the tours below then submit the request form to plan your visit to maximize your enjoyment of West Point’s unique place in America’s history and its continuing role in preparing leaders for America’s future. 

Step on Guide Services

All tour requests must be submitted via the tour request form below and no less than 10 business days in advance of the tour date.  Manifests must be received a minimum of 10 business days in advance of the tour date and only on the form we will share in the reservation confirmation email.   

We do not provide a step on guide for private cars or vans.

• All tours originate and end at the Visitor’s Center. Any request for a pick up/drop off on West Point must first be approved via our office and will incur an additional charge.
• Tours can begin at 9:15am and must be off the grounds of West Point by 5PM.
• To urs are conducted in English. Groups may provide their own translator. 
• The row behind the driver, both seats, must be empty for our guide and the passengers on board can not exceed the bus capacity.
• All guests are required to remain seated while on the bus and chaperones must sit with their group of students.
• There are no restrooms or rest stops on tours.
• West Point Tours does not coordinate lunches.
• Deposits are as noted in the descriptions below and are due at the time of the reservation request. 

 West Point Tours no longer conducts group tours of the museum. For information regarding the West Point Museum to include operating hours, procedures and protocols for school visits call: 845-938-3590. For general information regarding West Point contact Public Affairs at 845-938-2638.

We do not conduct tours on major holidays such as Christmas day, Thanksgiving day, New Years day, the Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday of graduation week usually the 3rd week of May, and Saturdays of home Army football games (please visit GoArmySports.com to check the schedule). While a rare instance, being an active duty army post tour times and access to venues within West Point are subject to change without notice. 

Expand the tour names below for full descriptions and costs.

Group Tours

• Chevron down The West Point Story - Click here to learn more

Our guide boards your bus for a 90 minute combined bus and walking tour which tells the story of West Point, its role in the Revolution, its famous history, along with stories of graduates who helped shape our nation. The tour will bring the history of the Long Gray Line to the present as you learn of the cadet experience and West Point’s continuing role in training the leaders of tomorrow. This tour of West Point makes stops at Cadet Chapel, the Plain which is the Cadet academic area, and Trophy Point with the million-dollar view overlooking the Hudson River.

Tours may begin at 9:15am and must conclude by 5:00pm. You are off the bus at various stops for approximately 1.25 hours. Easy walking. We encourage guests to take measures to protect themselves from the elements and to wear appropriate footwear.  While a rare occasion, the Cadet Chapel may be closed to visitors with no advance notice. 

Pricing below is for a step-on guide on your vehicle. Over 25 guests, the flat rate does not apply, and every guest pays the price per guest amount as noted below.

For multiple bus groups, each bus priced individually based on the average number of guests.  deposits are per the number of buses you’re arriving on or are reserving from us., a $50 deposit is required per guide at the time of the reservation.   .

  The fee does not include any gratuity you may wish to give the guide.

Not arriving on your own bus? West Point charter services offer 23, 49 and 55 seat motor coaches and school buses .

Prices below show the cost of the bus for the campus portion of the tour only beginning and ending at the visitors center and do not include the step on guide cost listed above.  add the bus price to the tour price above for the total cost..

Looking for our bus to pick or drop your group off at your starting or ending location other than West Point? Contact 845-561-2671 to receive a quote from our charter department.

Mid Week Pricing (Monday-Wednesday)

The fee does not include any gratuity you may wish to give the guide and/or driver.

Weekend  Pricing (Thursday – Sunday)

  The fee does not include any gratuity you may wish to give the guide and/or driver.

School Bus Services

Looking for a more economical solution to transport your group?  West Point Tours, Inc. offers school bus rental.  School bus prices are for the  bus only  and do not include the tour price. Add the school bus price to the tour price above for the total cost.  

• Chevron down History and Tradition - Click here to learn more

Our guide boards your bus for a 2-hour tour which includes all the sites you see on the 90 minute West Point Story tour. The additional time includes a tour of the West Point Cemetery and Old Cadet Chapel, built-in 1837. This tour delves into the lives and contributions of some of the US Military’s and West Point’s most notable figures laid to rest on this hallowed ground.

 Tours may begin at 9:15am and must conclude by 5:00pm. ​  You are off the bus at various stops for approximately 1.5 hours. Most are outdoors and pathways may be unpaved and the ground uneven.  We encourage guests to bring a water bottle and take measures to protect themselves from the elements and to wear appropriate footwear.  This tour is season April-November but can be offered to a group for a private tour during the year barring any poor weather or ground conditions.  While a rare occasion, the Cadet Chapel, Old Cadet Chapel, or the cemetery may be closed to visitors with no advance notice. 

A $50 DEPOSIT IS REQUIRED PER GUIDE AT THE TIME OF THE RESERVATION. 

• Chevron down The Principles of Leadership - Click here to learn more

The United States Military Academy at West Point is renowned for its focus on teaching and training the leadership skills needed for a career in the United States Army. As you tour the campus, our guide will illustrate those principles using examples drawn from the many famous graduates who have applied them in their military career as well as in their civilian corporate life beyond the military. While this tour does cover some of the history of West Point, it is geared toward helping organizations understand the leadership principles of West Point and how they can incorporate them into their own leadership styles.  This tour is specifically for corporations, universities, and military groups and for groups of 10 or more.

Tours may begin at 9:15am and must conclude by 5:00pm. ​  You are off the bus at various stops for approximately 1.5 hours.  We encourage guests to take measures to protect themselves from the elements and to wear appropriate footwear. While a rare occasion, the Cadet Chapel may be closed to visitors with no advance notice. 

For multiple bus groups, each bus priced individually. 

For multiple bus groups, each bus priced individually. The manifest (list of names) must be submitted and final pricing will be based on the number of people on the bus and listed on the manifest when you arrive for your tour.

Not arriving on your own bus?  West Point charter services offer 23, 49 and 55 seat motor coaches and school buses .

• Chevron down The West Point Story (Up to 90 minutes) - Click here to learn more

Our guide boards your vehicle for a combined bus and walking tour which tells the story of West Point, its role in the Revolution, its famous history, along with stories of graduates who helped shape our nation. The tour will bring the history of the Long Gray Line to the present as you learn of the cadet experience and West Point’s continuing role in training the leaders of tomorrow. This tour of West Point makes stops at Cadet Chapel, the Plain which is the Cadet academic area, and Trophy Point with the million-dollar view overlooking the Hudson River.

Cadet Chapel may be closed to visitors with no advance notice. You are off the bus for approximately 1 hour. Easy walking. Tours may begin after 9:00 AM and must conclude by 5:00 PM.

For multiple bus groups, each bus priced individually based on the average number of guests. Deposits are per the number of buses you’re arriving on or are reserving from us.

Pricing below is for a step-on guide on your vehicle. Over 25 guests, the flat rate does not apply and every guest pays the price per guest amount as noted below. All tours originate and end at the Visitors Center. A pick up/drop off anywhere on West Point other than the Visitors Center first must be approved and will incur an additional charge.

Motor Coach Services

West Point Tours offers quality coaches and school buses for your tour. Prices shown cover the use of the bus for the campus portion of the tour only. The museum portion of the tour does not require the use of the bus. Additional time with the vehicle or a pick up/drop off anywhere other than the Visitor Center may incur an additional charge.

We offer  23, 49 and 55 seat motorcoaches and economical school buses . Motor coach prices are for the  bus only  and do not include the tour price. Add the coach price to the tour price above for the total cost.

The fee does not include any gratuity you may wish to give the guide.

• Chevron down History and Tradition (2 hours) - Click here to learn more

Our 2-hour tour includes all the sites you see on the one hour and 15-minute West Point Story tour. The additional time includes a tour of the West Point Cemetery and Old Cadet Chapel, built-in 1837. This tour delves into the lives and contributions of some of the US Military’s and West Point’s most notable figures laid to rest on this hallowed ground. Learn more about George Custer, Ed White II, George Goethals, David “Mickey” Marcus, Norman Schwarzkopf, Sylvanus Thayer, and many more.

​This tour requires moderate walking and visitors spend approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes off the bus at the various stops, most of which are outdoors. Some pathways may be unpaved and the ground uneven. Please wear appropriate clothing and footwear. We encourage guests to bring water and take measures to protect themselves from the elements. This tour is seasonal Apr-Nov but can be offered to a group and private tour any time during the year barring any poor weather or ground conditions. While a rare occasion, this tour can be redirected due to an unforeseen funeral or ceremony.

Tours may begin after 9:00 AM and must conclude by 5:00 PM.

For multiple bus groups, each bus priced individually based on the average number of guests. Deposits are per the number of buses you’re arriving on or are reserving from us. 

Pricing below is for a step-on guide on your vehicle. Over 25 guests, the flat rate does not apply, and every guest pays the price per guest amount as noted below. A pick up/drop off anywhere other than the Visitors Center first must be approved and will incur an additional charge.

Motorcoach services, we offer  23, 49 and 55 seat motorcoaches and economical school buses . prices shown cover the use of the bus for the campus portion of the tour only beginning and ending at the visitors center and do not include the step on guide cost listed above.  add the coach price to the tour price above for the total cost..

The United States Military Academy at West Point is renowned for its focus on teaching and training the leadership skills needed for a career in the United States Army. As we tour the campus our guide will illustrate those principles using examples drawn from the many famous graduates who have applied them in their career and life beyond the military. The tour will cover the history and tradition of West Point with stops at the Main Cadet Chapel, Trophy Point, Battle Monument, and the Plain.

Call our office to schedule your tour  845-446-4724  

Tours are conducted in English. Tours may begin after 9:00 AM and must conclude by 5:00 PM

Prices are shown cover the time for the tour indicated. Tours originate and end at the Visitors Center.

Pricing below is for a step-on guide on your vehicle. Over 25 guests, the flat rate does not apply, and every guest pays the price per guest amount as noted below. All tours originate and end at the Visitors Center. A pick up/drop off anywhere on West point other than the Visitors Center first must be approved and will incur an additional charge.

For multiple bus groups, each bus priced individually based on the average/bus. Deposits are per the number of buses you’re arriving on or are reserving from us. 

The manifest (list of names) must be submitted and final pricing will be based on the number of people on the bus and listed on the manifest when you arrive for your tour.

We offer  23, 49 and 55 seat motorcoaches and economical school buses . Motorcoach prices are for the bus only  and do not include the tour price. Add the coach price to the tour price above for the total cost.

• Chevron down The West Point Experience (2.5 hours) currently not offering museum tours

This tour combines the West Point Story 90 minute tour with a 1 hour guided tour of the West Point Museum, our nation’s oldest federal museum.  Your group will visit galleries expanding on the wide contribution of both West Point and the U.S. Army to the development of our country.

You are off the bus approximately 2 hours.  Moderate walking with stairs in the museum. Tours may begin after 9:00 AM and must conclude by 5:00 PM.

For multiple bus groups, each bus priced individually.

Pricing is for a step on guide on your vehicle. Over 25 guests, the flat rate does not apply, and every guest pays the price per guest amount as noted below. All tours originate and end at the Visitors Center. A pick up/drop off anywhere on West point other than the Visitors Center first must be approved and will incur an additional charge.

We offer  23, 49 and 55 seat motorcoaches and economical school buses . motorcoach prices are for the bus only and do not include the tour price. add the coach price to the tour price above for the total cost., bus used for tour portion only, mid week pricing (monday-wednesday) .

• Chevron down The Long Gray Line (3 hours) currently not offering museum tours

This tour combines the History and Tradition 2 Hour Tour with a 1 hour guided tour of the West Point Museum, our nation’s oldest federal museum.  Your group will visit galleries expanding on the wide contribution of both West Point the and U.S. Army to the development of our country

School And Scout Groups

Create a rich educational experience for your students or scouts with a tour of historic West Point. Please review the criteria below as well as the tour options that include descriptions, lengths, and costs. Submit the tour request form on this page when you are ready to book your groups experience.

To qualify for this rate you must be a scout or school sponsored trip in 5th-12th grade booking directly via the school or scout group and visiting between September 5th and June 25th. Minimum group size is 20 guests with three quarters of your group within a similar grade level.

5th-8th grade must provide 1 Chaperone for every 8 students; 9th-12th grade must provide 1 Chaperone for every 10 students. The driver and our guide do not count as chaperones. The row behind the driver, both seats, must be empty for our guide and the passengers on board can not exceed the bus capacity. All guests are required to remain seated while on the bus. 

All tour requests will require a $50 deposit or purchase order in order to receive a reservation confirmation.

Post Tour 90 minutes

Suitable for 5th grade and up

A combined bus and walking tour with our guide on your bus which tells the story of West Point, its role in the Revolution, its famous history, along with stories about graduates who shaped our nation.  The tour will bring the Long Gray Line to the present as you learn of the cadet experience and West Point’s continuing role in training the leaders of tomorrow.

This tour makes stops at Trophy Point overlooking the Hudson River and the Plain.  Your students will walk through history as they view canons, mortars, and monuments from the ‘Wars that shaped our Nation’ and were actually used during the Revolutionary war, the War of 1812, the Mexican War, the Civil War, and the Spanish-American War.  Time allotted, a special stop can be made by the Great Chain, which was stretched across the Hudson as a a defensive measure during the Revolutionary war.  At the Plain, hear the history of such graduates as Douglas MacArthur, Dwight Eisenhower, and George S. Patton, as well as how the West Point Experience shapes future leaders. This tour also typically includes the main Cadet Chapel where students can view beautiful stained glass windows, the largest pipe organ in a religious facility in the world, and more in this beautiful gothic cathedral and drives by Blaik Field at Michie Stadium and Holleder Center, the Air Flight Memorials, and the American Soldier Statue.

This tour is offered year-round and requires light to moderate walking. The majority of the tour is off the bus. Please wear appropriate clothing and footwear. We encourage guests to bring water and take measures to protect themselves from the elements. All venues or roads are subject to closure at the Academy’s discretion with little to no notice.

$320 per step-on guide on your bus  Price does not include any gratuity you may wish to give the guide. 

Not arriving on your own bus? You can charter a bus from West Point Tours! Prices below show the cost of the bus for the on campus portion of the tour only, beginning and ending at the Visitors Center and do not include the step on guide cost listed above. Add the bus price to the tour price.

Looking for our bus to transport your group to and from your starting location and West Point? Contact 845-561-2671 for a quote from our charter department and inform then you are also booking a tour.

Post Tour with West Point Cemetery 2 hours

Suitable for 6th grade and up

Our 2 hour tour includes all the sites you see on the one hour and 15 minute tour. The additional time includes a tour of the West Point Cemetery and Old Cadet Chapel, built in 1837. This tour delves into the lives and contributions of some of the US Military’s and West Point’s most notable figures laid to rest on this hallowed ground.

​This tour requires moderate walking and visitors spend ​approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes off the bus at the various stops, most of which is outdoors. Some pathways may be unpaved and the ground uneven. Please wear appropriate clothing and footwear. We encourage guests to bring water and take measures to protect themselves from the elements. This tour is seasonal. It is offered weekends only from April to May and daily from Memorial Day to October. In November, it is offered weekends only as well as Veterans Day and the Friday after Thanksgiving.​ While a rare occasion, this tour can be re-directed due to an unforeseen funeral, ceremony or road closures.​

$400 per step-on guide on your bus Price does not include any gratuity you may wish to give your guide. 

• Chevron down The Revolutionary War - Click here to learn more

The Revolutionary War Tour  2 hours

Suitable for 5th-8th grade.

West Point played a pivotal role in the war of American Independence. The tour focuses on this exciting chapter in West Point’s history.  Students are selected to role play (in advance) important figures such as George Washington, Molly Corbin, Benedict Arnold and others. The tour is designed to both inform and stimulate discussion. Although focused on the Revolution, this tour will also explain the broader role of West Point in the history of our country, how it selects cadets and what the cadet experience is like.

This tour requires light to moderate walking. The majority of the tour is off the bus. Please wear appropriate clothing and footwear. We encourage guests to bring water and take measures to protect themselves from the elements. All venues or roads are subject to closure at the Academy’s discretion with little to no notice.

$420 per step-on guide on your bus – 2 hour tour The price does not include any gratuity you may wish to give the guide. 

• Chevron down The Youth Leadership Tour - Click here to learn more

The  School & Scout Leadership Tour  2 hours

Leadership development is the key component of the Academy’s mission in preparing officers to serve in the United States Army.  Recommended for 13-18 year olds in Scouts, Junior ROTC, service clubs, and sports teams, this tour will present an overview of the leadership principles and activities which cadet’s experience over 4 years.

The tour is designed to invite participants to identify similar ideas in their experiences and will offer real life examples of the importance of character, teamwork, service and good citizenship.   In addition all the West Point highlights and history will be covered such as Trophy Point overlooking the Hudson River, the parade grounds and Cadet Area, and the Cadet Chapel.

$450 per step-on guide on your bus 2-hour tour  The price does not include any gratuity you may wish to give the guide. 

This tour makes stops at Trophy Point overlooking the Hudson River and the Plain.  Your students will walk through history as they view canons, mortars, and monuments from the ‘Wars that shaped our Nation’ and were actually used during the Revolutionary war, the War of 1812, the Mexican War, the Civil War, and the Spanish-American War.  Time allotted, a special stop can be made by the Great Chain, which was stretched across the Hudson as a a defensive measure during the Revolutionary war.  At the Plain, hear the history of such graduates as Douglas MacArthur, Dwight Eisenhower, and George S. Patton, as well as how the West Point Experience shapes future leaders. This tour also typically includes the main Cadet Chapel where students can view beautiful stained glass windows, the largest pipe organ in a religious facility in the world, and more in this beautiful gothic cathedral.  This tour also drives by Blaik Field at Michie Stadium and Holleder Center, the Air Flight Memorials, and the American Soldier Statue.

$250 per step-on guide on your bus Price does not include any gratuity you may wish to give the guide. 

Our 2 hour tour includes all the sites you see on the one hour and 15 minute tour. The additional time includes a tour of the West Point Cemetery and Old Cadet Chapel, built in 1837. This tour delves into the lives and contributions of some of the US Military’s and West Point’s most notable figures laid to rest on this hallowed ground. Learn more about George Custer, Ed White II, George Goethals, David “Mickey” Marcus, Norman Schwarzkopf, Sylvanus Thayer, and many more. ​

​This tour requires moderate walking and visitors spend a​pproximately 1 hour and 20 minutes off the bus at the various stops, most of which is outdoors. Some pathways may be unpaved and the ground uneven. Please wear appropriate clothing and footwear. We encourage guests to bring water and take measures to protect themselves from the elements. This tour is seasonal. It is offered weekends only from April to May and daily from Memorial Day to October. In November, it is offered weekends only as well as Veterans Day and the Friday after Thanksgiving.​ While a rare occasion, this tour can be re-directed due to an unforeseen funeral or ceremony.​

$300 per step-on guide on your bus Price does not include any gratuity you may wish to give your guide. 

West Point played a pivotal role in the war of American Independence. The tour focuses on this exciting chapter in West Point’s history.  Students are selected to role play (in advance) important figures such as George Washington, Molly Corbin, Benedict Arnold and others. The tour is designed to both inform and stimulate discussion. Although focused on the Revolution, this tour will also explain the broader role of West Point in the history of our country, how it selects cadets and what the cadet experience is like.   The majority of the tour is off the bus.

$325 per step-on guide on your bus – 2 hour tour The price does not include any gratuity you may wish to give the guide. 

$350 per step-on guide on your bus 2-hour tour The price does not include any gratuity you may wish to give the guide. 

• Chevron down The West Point Experience-currently not offering museum tours

Post Tour with Museum 2.5 hours

This tour is ideal for school & scout groups combining the 1.5 hour tour of the Academy grounds with a 1 hour guided tour of the West Point Museum. Accompanied by our knowledgeable guides, in the museum your class will be divided into smaller groups and visit each of the galleries tying-in the museum visit with the story of West Point and your curriculum, if applicable.

$330 per step-on guide on your bus  The price does not include any gratuity you may wish to give the guide. 

• Chevron down The Long Gray Line-currently not offering museum tours

Choose the Stops 3 hours

This tour combines the History and Tradition 2 Hour Tour with a 1 hour guided tour of the West Point Museum, our nation’s oldest federal museum.  Your group will visit galleries expanding on the wide contribution of both West Point the and U.S. Army to the development of our country.

$360 per step-on guide on your bus

Price does not include any gratuity you may wish to give the guide. 

Group Tour and Lunch Packages - currently packages are not being offered

For groups of 30 or more, West Point Tours can arrange for your lunch on the grounds of West Point or at a local Highland Falls restaurant. Presented on this page are lunch options as well suggestions of some other activities to round out your day in the Hudson Valley. West Point Tours can make all the arrangements.

• Chevron down Thayer Hotel

Situated on a bluff overlooking the Hudson River your group will enjoy a delicious buffet lunch. The historic Thayer Hotel, located on the grounds of West Point, has been a national treasure since opening in 1926. Sunday Brunch prices are available on request. Group minimum 30.

Prices below reflect the tour with lunch at the Thayer Hotel as well as prices including an added excursion. 

• Chevron down West Point Club
• Chevron down The Park Restaurant
• Chevron down Cruises, Boscobel House & Gardens and Brotherhood Winery

Enjoy a 2 hour narrated Hudson River Cruise. Cruises depart from Newburgh NY which is about 25 minutes north of West Point. There are 2 boats which offer group cruises. Group Minimum of 30 Pride of the Hudson – The Pride of the Hudson is a yacht style cruise which offers a 2:30 sailing on Thursdays, May through October. It offers both spacious open air sundeck seating as well as a climate controlled interior salon with wrap around windows. Other days and times on request. River Rose – The River Rose is an authentic stern driven Mississippi paddle wheeler. Enjoy the views on the river from an ample sun deck or equally spacious interior level. Sailings on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 2:00. Other days and times on request.

Boscobel House & Gardens

This magnificent neoclassical mansion built between 1804-1808 houses one of the finest collections of decorative arts from the Federal period. Located on 68 acres overlooking the Hudson River Valley and West Point the grounds and gardens offer some of the best views in the Hudson Highlands.

Brotherhood Winery

Brotherhood Winery is America’s oldest winery, established in 1837. The tour through the underground cellars culminates in a tasting of some of Brotherhood’s award winning wines.

Please submit the request form below to begin creating your unique West Point experience. If requesting a lunch package please include preferences in the additional comment box. 

West Point Military Security Requirements For Groups

West Point is an active duty military post. All guests are required to submit accurate ID information on the manifest we will provide, produce the same ID on the day of the tour (no photocopies accepted, no exceptions), and are subject to a West Point security background check.

• NCIC-III contains criminal arrest information about the individual that causes the senior commander to determine that the person presents a threat to the good order, discipline, or health and safety of the installation.
• A claimed identify that cannot be verified based on the reasonable belief that the person submitted fraudulent identity information in the attempt to gain access.
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3 Nights Deluxe Accommodations

Enjoy clean, comfortable accommodations right in the heart of all the action!   We offer Spacious rooms, Friendly staff, and outstanding Customer service.  We can’t wait to welcome you to Hyde Park!

3 Great Breakfasts

Enjoy a continental breakfast which typically includes items such as bagels, toast, and condiments, pastries, fruit, juice, cereals, beverages, warm and cold selections, and possibly eggs and meat.  Of course, each hotel offers different selections

3 Sumptuous Dinners

Enjoy Great dinners at the most popular restaurants in the Area.  You will enjoy some great Choices at each restaurant and have a chance to enjoy the Local Flair.

Dinner at the Culinary Institute of America

Today, The Culinary Institute of America (CIA) is widely recognized as the  world’s premier culinary college . Our industry-wide reputation for excellence is evidenced by our outstanding faculty, passionate students, and more than 50,000 accomplished alumni across more than seven decades. Such a distinguished legacy, however, would not have been possible without extraordinary achievement, talented people, and amazing stories that date back to 1946, when two women shared a daring vision.  Your Group will take a tour this amazing facility and Enjoy a Gourmet Meal at the Institute.  This will be a day to remember!!

Guided Tour of West Point Military Academy

West Point's role in our nation's history dates back to the Revolutionary War, when both sides realized the strategic importance of the commanding plateau on the west bank of the Hudson River. General George Washington considered West Point to be the most important strategic position in America. Washington personally selected Thaddeus Kosciuszko, one of the heroes of Saratoga, to design the fortifications for West Point in 1778, and Washington transferred his headquarters to West Point in 1779. Continental soldiers built forts, batteries and redoubts and extended a 150-ton iron chain across the Hudson to control river traffic. Fortress West Point was never captured by the British, despite Benedict Arnold's treason. West Point is the oldest continuously occupied military post in America.

Visit the FDR Museum & Home

"All that is within me cries out to go back to my home on the Hudson River" FDR This quote captures FDR's connection to Springwood, the estate that he loved & the place he considered home. The first US Presidential Library was started by FDR here. Visit the Home of FDR and Presidential Library & Museum to learn about the only President elected to four terms.

Visit Roosevelt's Top Cottage

Franklin Roosevelt built Top Cottage at the eastern most end of his estate on land purchased in 1937 on what his cousin and close friend Margaret Suckley called "the nicest Hill in Dutchess County." FDR imagined Top Cottage as a place where he could return to private life after his second term as president. When he was elected to an unprecedented third term in 1940, Roosevelt realized that the little retreat would be an excellent place to "escape the mob" at Springwood. He also brought close friends and political allies there to discuss the state of the world or simply relax. Like Eleanor Roosevelt's Val-Kill Cottage, the FDR Library and the addition to Springwood, Top Cottage was designed by FDR to emulate the Dutch colonial architecture found throughout the Hudson River Valley. FDR planned the cottage with accessibility in mind to accommodate his wheelchair and give him greater independence. Top Cottage became part of the Home of Franklin D. Roosevelt National Historic Site in May 2001.

Visit to Vanderbilt Mansion

Vanderbilt Mansion National Historic Site is a 54-room, preserved gilded-age country palace, and represents cultural changes present after the Civil War.

In terms of architecture, interiors, mechanical systems, road systems and landscape, the Vanderbilt Estate is a remarkably complete example of a gilded-age country palace, illustrating the political, economic, social, cultural, and demographic changes that occurred as America industrialized in the years after the Civil War. The fully-furnished, 54-room mansion in Hyde Park, New York is placed in a wondrous landscape with breathtaking views of the Hudson River and distant Catskill Mountains. It offers a glimpse into a past world known by only an elite few.

Visit to Washington's Headquarters

Visit the nation's first publicly owned historic site and tour the rooms where American history was made. In the critical months that General George Washington spent at Newburgh, he made some of his most important contributions to shaping the American republic. It was here that Washington rejected the idea of an American monarchy; ended the Newburgh Conspiracy, preventing potential military control of the government; created the Badge of Military Merit, forerunner of the Purple Heart; and circulated an influential letter to State Governors outlining the key principals he felt necessary for the new republic.

Views of the Hudson River Valley

Designated as a National Heritage Area, the valley is steeped in history, natural beauty, culture and a burgeoning food and farmer’s market scene. Among many attributes, it’s the oldest wine producing area in the country, and the magnificent scenery inspired artists whose works became the Hudson River School of Painters. 

Lonely Planet describes the Hudson River Valley as “a real city break, with leafy drives, wineries and plenty of farm-to-table foodie options.” National Geographic Traveler named the Hudson Valley one of the top 20 must-see destinations in the world. So start planning your visit today!

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The U.S. Military Academy at West Point's mission is "to educate, train, and inspire the Corps of Cadets so that each graduate is a commissioned leader of character committed to the values of Duty, Honor, Country and prepared for a career of professional excellence and service to the Nation as an officer in the United States Army." Your group will Enjoy a tour of this amazing facility and have a chance to see the Cadets in action. West Point's role in our nation's history dates back to the Revolutionary War, when both sides realized the strategic importance of the commanding plateau on the west bank of the Hudson River. General George Washington considered West Point to be the most important strategic position in America. Washington personally selected Thaddeus Kosciuszko, one of the heroes of Saratoga, to design the fortifications for West Point in 1778, and Washington transferred his headquarters to West Point in 1779. Continental soldiers built forts, batteries and redoubts and extended a 150-ton iron chain across the Hudson to control river traffic. Fortress West Point was never captured by the British, despite Benedict Arnold's treason. West Point is the oldest continuously occupied military post in America.

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Here Are 50 of America’s Very Best Food Tours You Can Try

Posted: February 4, 2024 | Last updated: February 4, 2024

50 food tours worth traveling for

Alabama: LoDa Stroll, Bienville Bites

This tour of Mobile was founded by a local couple dedicated to showing off their beloved Gulf Coast city. Join the LoDa Stroll  and you'll explore the city's mouthwatering culinary traditions through seven of the top restaurants downtown. A favorite stop is Wintzell's Oyster House which opened in 1938. You can add on a cocktail package too. 

Alaska: A Tour with Taste, Juneau Food Tours

This is one for seafood lovers. A Tour with Taste takes place in Alaska's historic capital, Juneau, with visits to nine of the city's best-loved foodie spots. Stop off at Tracy's King Crab Shack for crowd-pleasing king crab bisque, and indulge at SALT, a modern restaurant serving innovative Alaskan cuisine like cod tacos. Each tour is led by Kelly "Midgi" Moore, a local food blogger.

Arizona: Downtown Tucson Tour, Tucson Food Tours

In 2015, Tucson became the United States' first UNESCO city of gastronomy for its first-rate farm-to-table food and innovative dishes. Tucson Food Tours has been showing off the city's best bites since 2012. Its downtown tour visits some of the city's quirkier restaurants, including Reilly Craft Pizza and Drink, located in a former funeral parlor. The tour also drops into El Charro, which claims to be America's oldest Mexican restaurant, opening in 1922.

Arkansas: Booze and Chews Tour, A Bite of Hot Springs

The city of Hot Springs is well-known for its natural spas and mountain vistas, but the people here know how to cook too. A Bite of Hot Springs ' 'Booze and Chews' tour works its way through the city's downtown on foot, combining tastings and Hot Springs history. A highlight is the traditional tamales at Latin fusion restaurant Rolando's, where the tour begins.

California: West Hollywood Food Tour, Sidewalk Food Tours

The star-studded city of West Hollywood borders LA and has all the foodie clout of its glittering neighbor. Book onto this tour from Sidewalk to take a gourmet deep dive into the area, feasting on indulgent pastries at beloved Michelina Bakery, inside the city's original farmers' market; and slurping curries and noodles at Noree Thai. 

Colorado: Downtown Denver Food Tour, Taste of Denver

On this three-hour tour of downtown Denver , you'll hear about the city's Gold Rush past and learn how the surrounding land (the city is at the base of the Rocky Mountains) has been a crucial ingredient in its burgeoning food scene. Stops include beer and sliders at the city's oldest brewery, Wynkoop Brewing Company; and a scoop of Denver's finest ice cream at Milkbox Ice Creamery.

Connecticut: Live to Eat Tour, A Taste of New Haven

This small tour company offers a handful of tours showcasing the foodie delights of New Haven (pictured). The Pasta Tour is a firm favorite: join up to go on a tasting odyssey of the city's Italian eats, from perfectly prepared cacio e pepe at Zeneli Pizzeria e Cucina Napoletana to beloved Libby's ice-cream parlor, with its world-class gelato. Some stops include a tempting wine pairing too. 

Delaware: Walking Food Tour, Eating Rehoboth

Seafood is the star of the show in this gourmet tour of Rehoboth Beach, a laid-back coastal city in Delaware. Feast on food plucked straight from the ocean like pan-fried scallops and seared sea bass. The tour features five of the city's culinary stars and also delivers on creative cocktails and local beer. 

Florida: Little Havana Food and Cultural Tour, Miami Culinary Tours

For hearty Cuban cooking in downtown Miami, book onto the Little Havana Food and Cultural Tour . You'll sip Cuban cocktails at the Ball & Chain bar and lounge (a mainstay of the city's live music scene since the 1930s) and feast on fried plantains, guava pastelitos and a traditional Cuban sandwich. At each venue, you'll be greeted by enthusiastic chefs keen to share stories about the dishes they serve. The tour also includes a visit to a Cuban cigar factory.

Georgia: Modern Southern Food and History Tour, Atlanta Food Tours

Inman Park is one of Atlanta's trendiest neighborhoods, a leafy suburb known for its hipster hangouts and creative food scene. This afternoon tour samples the best the area has to offer, like the industrial-chic Krog Street Market (pictured). The steaming Szechuan dumplings from Gu's Dumplings are one of the best bites.

Hawaii: Chinatown Walking Food Tour, Tasting Oahu

Spend a delicious three hours digging into Honolulu's Chinatown district on this focused food tour . You'll graze on dishes such as Chinese-style barbecued pork and delicate dim sum as you move between some of the city's most historic restaurants. Along the way you'll see fascinating architectural sights such as the Buddhist Kuan Yin Temple. 

Idaho: Historic Downtown Boise Brunch and Arts Tour, Indulge Boise

Idaho's capital is one of America's most underrated foodie spots but Indulge Boise is determined to put the city on the gourmet map. This tour explores downtown and picks out the best dishes to try along the way. You'll dine at Stardust, known for its fun take on 1950s fine dining, and indulge your sweet tooth at Guru Donuts, who still follow a handwritten 1940s recipe. 

Illinois: Iconic Foods of Chicago Tour, Chicago Food Planet

Chicago is synonymous with deep dish pizza but there's a lot more to enjoy in the city. For a broader taste of the Windy City, opt for Chicago Food Planet 's "Iconic Foods" tour. You might taste an Italian beef sandwich at local institution Al's Beef or a Chicago-style hot dog from Portillo’s. Of course, you'll also get a bubbling slice of pizza from a beloved pizzeria such as Lou Malnati's.

Indiana: Massachusetts Avenue Food Tour, Taste Indy Food Tours

For a true taste of Indianapolis, you needn't look much further than Massachusetts Avenue, a bustling cultural district in the city's downtown area. On  this walking tour , you'll try local beers, handmade meatballs and German cuisine. The tacos and tequilas at modern Mexican joint Bakersfield are a highlight too. 

Iowa: Iowa Tenderloin Trail

The Iowa Pork Producers Association has put together the Iowa Tenderloin Trail , which highlights the best places in the state that make Iowa's most famous dish: the pork tenderloin sandwich. Think quality pork cuts covered with crispy breadcrumbs, barely contained by the bun. You'll have to go this tour alone but you can download a "Tenderloin Trail Passport" and get it stamped as you try each of the 14 sandwiches en route.

Kansas: Trail Days Cafe and Museum

The folks at Trail Days Cafe and Museum in Council Grove offer a time-traveling food tour, taking you back in time to the days when the Santa Fe trail, stretching from Missouri to New Mexico, was a major commerce route. Homes, like the Kansas spot pictured, would open up to feed hungry traders. Today, tour guides take you round a preserved period home, entertain you with stories and serve up homemade early American dishes for a taste of the past.

Kentucky: Roebling Bridge Food Tour, Riverside Food Tours

With  Riverside Food Tours  you'll sample hearty pub grub such as fish and chips from Irish tavern Molly Malone's, or feast on wood-fired pizza at The Gruff in the cute northern Kentucky town of Covington. There are also seriously good chicken wings on offer at local favorite Smoke Justis, as well as an indulgent bread pudding at Blinkers Tavern. 

Louisiana: French Quarter Tasting Tour, New Orleans Culinary History Tours

This tour takes you straight to the best Creole and Cajun food in NOLA. You'll pound the streets of the French Quarter for three hours, dipping into local haunts to try traditional dishes like seafood gumbo and beef brisket. You'll get to see a chef demonstration along the way, too.

Maine: Old Port Seafood Lover's Tour, Maine Foodie Tours

A food tour of Maine wouldn't be complete without sampling some lobster – and this entire tour  in Portland revolves around it. It takes place on the waterfront where you'll spot working lobster boats, before sampling a fresh lobster roll. Seafood chowder and lobster mac and cheese are also on the menu.

Maryland: Fells Point Tour, Charm City Food Tours

This three-hour tour explores a historic part of Baltimore's downtown: Fells Point. It's a waterfront area known for its maritime past and great seafood joints. You'll begin at the covered Broadway Market and sample Maryland specialties like crab cakes and pit beef – hunks of roasted meat served up in a sandwich.

Massachusetts: Boston Food Tour, Secret Food Tours

This tour focuses on Boston's historic North End, one of the oldest neighborhoods in the city. You'll feast on Massachusetts staples like lobster roll and clam chowder, as well as Italian classics like bubbling brick-over pizza. On every tour, there's also a "secret dish" that you'll discover on the day.

Michigan: Detroit Eats Food Tour

The Detroit Eats Food Tour is not to be missed. Journey around historic Corktown in the city's downtown – you'll learn about the area's importance, feast on traditional barbecue and sample craft beer.

Minnesota: St Paul Skyway Food Tour, Taste Twin Cities

This tour  makes the most of St Paul's Skyway system (suspended covered bridges connecting the city's tower blocks). You'll feast on local delights such as chocolate truffles, crispy sambusas and craft beer as you pass between the soaring passageways. A highlight along the way is Sawatdee (meal pictured), which is tipped as the first Thai restaurant in the state – the spring rolls are unforgettable. 

Mississippi: Historic Oxford Square Walking Food Tour, Oxford Food Tours

Make a beeline for the cute Mississippi town of Oxford, best known as the home of lauded author William Faulkner and the University of Mississippi, to discover its foodie offerings. This tour focuses on the college town's quaint square (pictured), allowing punters to feast on Southern classics such as shrimp and grits, and visit local favorites such as YaYa's Frozen Yoghurt. 

Missouri: KC Barbecue Tour, Barley Bus

One for meat lovers,  this tour  is all about barbecue and beer. Traveling by bus, you'll spend the day driving across Kansas City, sampling the best spots for smoked meat. Stops may include Gates Bar-B-Q, with its belly-busting sandwiches, and legendary joint Arthur Bryant's Barbeque, with its secret spicy sauce recipe.

Montana: Cocktails and Bites Tour, Taste of Missoula Food Tours

If you're a foodie, it's well worth paying a visit to the picturesque mountain town of Missoula (pictured), which is an underrated gourmet spot in Montana. Sink your teeth into the downtown area with this tour , which combines craft cocktails with some of the city's best dishes, from plantains to French onion soup. Your guides will feed you plenty of the town's history along the way too.

Nebraska: Mother Road Market Tour, Food Tours Tulsa

'Get your licks on Route 66' is the strapline of this fun foodie tour company. The best tour focuses on the Mother Road Market, which is tipped by the tour group as the best food hall in America. Decide for yourself as you wander with a guide and feast on tempting options such as chicken wings, Indian-inspired mac and cheese and small-batch ice cream.

Nevada: Savors of the Strip, Lip Smacking Foodie Tours

Las Vegas is known for slot machines and poker tables but it also has serious culinary credentials. The Savors of the Strip Tour is a fine dining restaurant crawl covering the city's most sought-after locations. Restaurants aren't disclosed until your tour day but stops have included fancy French restaurant Bardot Brasserie in the lavish ARIA Hotel.

New Hampshire: Best of Portsmouth Tour, Portsmouth Eats

Run by enthusiastic locals, this tour brings together the best of Portsmouth, a city with some of New England's best seafood. You'll get to sample The River House's clam chowder, which has regularly won best in show at Portsmouth's Chowder Festival.

New Jersey: The Hoboken Food and Culture Tour, Mangia Hoboken

The Hoboken Food and Culture Tour highlights Italian influences on New Jersey cuisine. You'll visit local institution Carlo's Bake Shop and taste handmade pastries and specialty cakes; and Antique Bar & Bakery, in operation since 1938. Beyond the bakes, try a hearty Italian sub at Fiore's deli and grab a slice of pie at Grimaldi's Pizzeria. 

New Mexico: A Taste of Santa Fe, Food Tour New Mexico

Led by locals, this lunchtime walking tour is a great way to explore Santa Fe and its New Mexican cuisine. You'll visit five venues including La Casa Sena and the Kakawa Chocolate House. The former is an elegant restaurant serving traditional enchiladas, green chile cheeseburgers and grilled elk tenderloin. The latter is a chocolate shop known for its chili-chocolate creations. 

New York: Best of Brooklyn Tour, Foods of New York Tours

You'll never go hungry in New York City, but for a true taste of the city's foodie scene, you'll need to head to Brooklyn. The area is renowned for its hipster hangouts and huge open-air food market. On this Best of Brooklyn tour , you'll travel by bus, stopping at the likes of popular Table 87 for a delicious slice of coal oven-fired pizza.

North Carolina: Wilmington Downtown Tasting Tour, Taste Wilmington

Indulge your stomach and discover the cute coastal town of Wilmington with this foodie tour . You'll wander between five or six of the town's most prized bars and restaurants, sampling delicious seafood plates and indulgent sweet treats. Some stops include a tipple too. 

North Dakota: Heritage Eats

The North Dakota tourist board has pulled together a guide to the best spots in the state. You'll have to download the map from North Dakota Tourism and take yourself on the tour, but it's worth it. The trip reflects the state's heritage and includes the 19th-century Buckskin Bar & Grill, serving hearty all-American dishes; and Reuben's Restaurant, a German-American joint that pays homage to the German ancestry of many North Dakota residents.

Ohio: Findlay Market Tour, Cincinnati Food Tours

Take a tour of Findlay Market , the oldest market in Cincinnati, and learn about its history as well as its culinary delights. During the tour you'll meet five merchants, who'll share their story and a sample. A highlight is Gramma Debbie's Kitchen, beloved for its tasty meatballs and wings. For a small extra fee, you'll get wine and beer tastings too.

Oklahoma: Paseo Arts District, Oklahoma Food Tours

Paseo Arts District is best known for its creativity, but it has a stellar food scene too. Eat your way around the art-filled district with a knowledgeable local guide, who will regale you with stories about the neighborhood and the city while you get your fill. Expect tasty dishes including killer tacos and great views of the Spanish Revival architecture all around.

Oregon: Food Carts, Pods and Patios Tour, Lost Plate Food Tours

Portland is awash with street food trucks and this tour shows off the best of the city's roving vendors. You'll visit up to seven food carts (including a popular food-cart 'pod'), plus a buzzing food hall and a brewery. Expect everything from barbecue plates to sweet pies and ice cream. 

Pennsylvania: Taste of Philly Food Tour

This local-led tour is operated out of Reading Terminal Market. Its leader, Carolyn Wyman, wrote an entire book about the Philly cheesesteak so she knows her stuff. You'll sample Philly classics like scrapple, pretzels and the famed cheesesteak itself.

Rhode Island: Downcity Providence Food Tour, Rhode Island Red Food Tours

This three-hour tour takes you through downtown, showing off Providence's hearty, farm-to-table food. You'll visit Dune Brothers Seafood Shack for clam cakes and chowder; feast on pastries at Parisian bakery Ellie's and try beautiful, modern plates at upmarket Gracie's. You won't go thirsty – there's a stop at The Malted Barley tap house too. 

South Carolina: Downtown Charleston Culinary Tour, Charleston Culinary Tours.

Eat your way around Charleston's historic French Quarter and learn about low country cooking at the same time (think rice, grits and freshly-caught seafood). You'll also taste some of the city's best barbecue. Poogan's Smokehouse and Oyster House on Market – serving barbecue food and seafood, respectively – are highlights along the way.

South Dakota: Downtown Sioux Falls Food Tour, Sioux Falls Food Tours

For comfort food with a modern twist, book a space on this Sioux Falls tour . It's run by Sioux Falls local and ex-barista Jenna Aukerman and you'll try comforting southern classics like shrimp and grits. You might sample one of modern Queen City Bakery's delicious sweet treats too. 

Tennessee: Midtown Tour, Walk Eat Nashville

The Midtown Tour in Nashville shows the best of the city's Southern joints, like Mason’s, a restaurant serving inventive twists on comforting classics. As well as plenty of food, the tour includes a walk along "Rock Block", the eclectic center of the city's rock scene. 

Texas: Up in Smoke: Texas BBQ Tour, Food Chick Tours

There's no better state for a barbecue tour and this is a pilgrimage to the best spots for ribs, brisket and juicy steaks in San Antonio. The tour lasts for four hours and carnivores will stop off at beloved joints like Smoke Shack BBQ, which serves barbecued meat with a whole lot of Southern hospitality. 

Utah: Gourmand Tours at Park City

A food and history tour in one, this culinary journey is led by local Chris through Main Street in picturesque Park City. The city is best known for its Mexican-inspired and modern American dishes, and you'll try both and more on this walking tour. The buffalo cauliflower from Handle Park is a winner. Beyond the food you can learn about the city's mining history and pop into the Park City Museum.

Vermont: Vermont Farm Tours

Get the chance to  visit farms across lush Vermont  and taste their gourmet delights. You can embark on a cheese-filled tour of Shelburne Farm, where you'll learn about the production process and enjoy plenty of samples. Or opt for Bread and Butter Farm, where you can have a go at making your own.

Virginia: Oyster & Tour, Taste Virginia

The state of Virginia is well-known for its oysters so there's nowhere better for an oyster and wine pairing tour . The tour begins in Lynnhaven Bay where you'll learn more about the history of this delicacy. Then, head along Virginia's oyster trail, sampling them raw and Rockefeller style (baked or broiled), with carefully selected wine pairings. Family-owned seafood restaurant Rockafeller's is a favorite stop. 

Washington: Signature Food Tour of Pike Place Market, Savor Seattle Tour

Pike Place Market has been the heart of Seattle's food scene since 1907. On this Savor Seattle Tour , you'll explore the marketplace, sampling the vendors' wares and learning about the venue's history. You'll try award-winning clam chowder from Pike Place Chowder and mac and cheese at Beecher's Handmade Cheese.

Wisconsin: Atwood Brew and Chew, Madison Eats Food Tours

Take a tour of Atwood , one of Madison's trendiest neighborhoods in the east of the city. Duck into gourmet spots including cozy Thai restaurant Monsoon Siam and Tex Tubb's Taco Palace. There's craft beer from Next Door Brewing on offer too.

West Virginia: Taste of Morgantown

While the Mountain State doesn't have a dedicated foodie tour just yet, its gourmet festival in cute Morgantown (pictured) is the next best thing. Taste of Morgantown sees a plethora of vendors come together to showcase West Virginia's foodie spoils: sample everything from Italian dishes and barbecue plates to tacos and burgers. 

Wyoming: Teton Food Tour, Teton Village

This isn't your average food tour – but it's a fantastic way to experience the best of the state's gourmet scene. Teton Village is best known for its winter sports and stunning scenery, and each summer the Teton Food Tour combines the great outdoors with some great foodie offerings. The tour sees participants cycle through the bucolic region (view from Teton Village bike path, pictured) stopping for provisions such as burgers and kombucha at the likes of Snake River Ranch.

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Touring the Top 10 Moscow Metro Stations

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Komsomolskaya metro station looks like a museum. It has vaulted ceilings and baroque decor.

Hidden underground, in the heart of Moscow, are historical and architectural treasures of Russia. These are Soviet-era creations – the metro stations of Moscow.

Our guide Maria introduced these elaborate metro stations as “the palaces for the people.” Built between 1937 and 1955, each station holds its own history and stories. Stalin had the idea of building beautiful underground spaces that the masses could enjoy. They would look like museums, art centers, concert halls, palaces and churches. Each would have a different theme. None would be alike.

The two-hour private tour was with a former Intourist tour guide named Maria. Maria lived in Moscow all her life and through the communist era of 60s to 90s. She has been a tour guide for more than 30 years. Being in her 60s, she moved rather quickly for her age. We traveled and crammed with Maria and other Muscovites on the metro to visit 10 different metro stations.

Arrow showing the direction of metro line 1 and 2

Moscow subways are very clean

To Maria, every street, metro and building told a story. I couldn’t keep up with her stories. I don’t remember most of what she said because I was just thrilled being in Moscow.   Added to that, she spilled out so many Russian words and names, which to one who can’t read Cyrillic, sounded so foreign and could be easily forgotten.

The metro tour was the first part of our all day tour of Moscow with Maria. Here are the stations we visited:

1. Komsomolskaya Metro Station  is the most beautiful of them all. Painted yellow and decorated with chandeliers, gold leaves and semi precious stones, the station looks like a stately museum. And possibly decorated like a palace. I saw Komsomolskaya first, before the rest of the stations upon arrival in Moscow by train from St. Petersburg.

2. Revolution Square Metro Station (Ploshchad Revolyutsii) has marble arches and 72 bronze sculptures designed by Alexey Dushkin. The marble arches are flanked by the bronze sculptures. If you look closely you will see passersby touching the bronze dog's nose. Legend has it that good luck comes to those who touch the dog's nose.

Touch the dog's nose for good luck. At the Revolution Square station

Revolution Square Metro Station

3. Arbatskaya Metro Station served as a shelter during the Soviet-era. It is one of the largest and the deepest metro stations in Moscow.

Arbatskaya Metro Station

4. Biblioteka Imeni Lenina Metro Station was built in 1935 and named after the Russian State Library. It is located near the library and has a big mosaic portrait of Lenin and yellow ceramic tiles on the track walls.

Lenin's portrait at the Biblioteka Imeni Lenina Metro Station

5. Kievskaya Metro Station was one of the first to be completed in Moscow. Named after the capital city of Ukraine by Kiev-born, Nikita Khruschev, Stalin's successor.

Kievskaya Metro Station

6. Novoslobodskaya Metro Station  was built in 1952. It has 32 stained glass murals with brass borders.

Novoslobodskaya metro station

7. Kurskaya Metro Station was one of the first few to be built in Moscow in 1938. It has ceiling panels and artwork showing Soviet leadership, Soviet lifestyle and political power. It has a dome with patriotic slogans decorated with red stars representing the Soviet's World War II Hall of Fame. Kurskaya Metro Station is a must-visit station in Moscow.

Ceiling panel and artworks at Kurskaya Metro Station

8. Mayakovskaya Metro Station built in 1938. It was named after Russian poet Vladmir Mayakovsky. This is one of the most beautiful metro stations in the world with 34 mosaics painted by Alexander Deyneka.

Mayakovskaya station

One of the over 30 ceiling mosaics in Mayakovskaya metro station

9. Belorusskaya Metro Station is named after the people of Belarus. In the picture below, there are statues of 3 members of the Partisan Resistance in Belarus during World War II. The statues were sculpted by Sergei Orlov, S. Rabinovich and I. Slonim.

10. Teatralnaya Metro Station (Theatre Metro Station) is located near the Bolshoi Theatre.

Teatralnaya Metro Station decorated with porcelain figures .

Taking the metro's escalator at the end of the tour with Maria the tour guide.

Have you visited the Moscow Metro? Leave your comment below.

January 15, 2017 at 8:17 am

An excellent read! Thanks for much for sharing the Russian metro system with us. We're heading to Moscow in April and exploring the metro stations were on our list and after reading your post, I'm even more excited to go visit them. Thanks again 🙂

December 6, 2017 at 10:45 pm

Hi, do you remember which tour company you contacted for this tour?

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On Tuesday, a major bridge in Baltimore collapsed into the water seconds after it was struck by a cargo ship, sending vehicles on the bridge into the river below. The ship lost power and issued a mayday call shortly before it hit the bridge.

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