Memorial Day Parade in Washington DC Pays Fitting Tribute to Fallen Soldiers
Memorial Day is a time where people have honored soldiers who died in the service since the Civil War. This year, what better place to pay tribute than Washington DC? On May 31st, Washington DC will be holding a parade that starts at 2 pm to give a salute to the veterans of war. There will be talented marching bands, magnificent floats, and much more. In addition to the parade, there will also be a Memorial Day Concert on the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol.
With so much patriotism in the air, who could resist visiting several of the landmarks and historic sights in Washington DC? Take the Gettysburg Tour and see where the Gettysburg Address was given by Abraham Lincoln along with several other stops where you will see an entire history of the Battle of Gettysburg.
For a more physically active approach to seeing the history of Washington DC take the Bike and Roll Bicycle Rental which allows you to bike past things like The Reflecting Pool and the White House. It’s a great way to avoid expensive taxi rides and be active in your role of deciding where to go and how long to stay at the different historical hotspots. Or take the Bike the Sites Guided Bike Tour of Washington DC which has the benefit of a guide who can answer questions and tell you the fun facts about Washington DC.
New York City Offers Adventurous Outdoor Tours
Combine the elements of outdoor recreation and big-city living by embarking on one of New York City’s outdoor tours. Whether by bike or by foot, you’re certain to see the stunning New York City skyline and a host of historically significant landmarks while enjoying the great outdoors in the process.
For those who enjoy biking, the two-hour Central Park Guided Bike Tour takes you past Central Park’s major attractions: Strawberry Fields, Shakespeare Garden, Belvedere Castle, and more. The serenity of the location complements the bustling downtown location perfectly, giving you the peace you deserve during your tour while a knowledgeable guide presents interesting facts and tidbits about the area. For an informative and active tour during your trip to the Big Apple, experience the Central Park Guided Bike Tour.
Add another element to your Central Park tour by visiting your favorite movie scenes. The Central Park Movie Scenes Guided Bike Tour takes you for two hours through the locations of such famous movies as Wall Street and Rosemary’s Baby. For the entire length of the tour, your brain will be filled with movie trivia and interesting facts about these famous flicks. As an unbeatable combination of exercise and sightseeing, the Central Park Movie Scenes Guided Bike Tour is designed for the movie buff in all of us.
You can also choose to visit the Big Apple’s most historical sites on foot. The Wall Street Financial Crisis Tour takes you on a two-hour tour through historic Wall Street in New York City, where you’ll learn about several of the factors that have led to financial crises now and in years past. You’ll also gain insight into the life of a Wall Street trader while you visit the Wall Street Stock Exchange, the Federal Hall, the Federal Reserve, and much more.
With so many sights to see, an outdoor tour past New York City’s major attractions is the perfect activity on your summer vacation in the Big Apple!
