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A day trip is a great way to visit New England and the metro areas’ must-dos as well as hidden gems. From harbor cruises to museums to historic landmarks, even lunch with a spectacular show, Friendship Tours offers an impressive variety of fun-filled Motorcoach Day Trips. And whether yours is a large group or just a small get together of friends, we can turn any day into an unforgettable day. Leave the driving, tour planning, and parking to us. Our experienced drivers and expert Tour Directors will be there to ensure a worry free day.

Day Trips depart from several convenient departure points throughout Connecticut & Massachusetts, including Manchester, Farmington, Waterbury, Danbury, and West Springfield, MA. The departures locations vary depending on each trip, please refer to the description in each trip listing for details.

Discover Harlem - Apollo Theater & Sylvia's Restaurant, NYC

Apr 20, 2024 1 day(s) | 1 meals

Blithewold Mansion - Daffodil Days & Tea Lunch, Narragansett Bay, Bristol, RI

Apr 21, 2024 1 day(s) | 1 meals

Lexington & Concord, MA- Ride Along the Battle Road & Visit the Home of Louisa May Alcott

Apr 24, 2024 1 day(s) | 1 meals

Day in New York City - 'My Way'

Apr 27, 2024 1 day(s)

Majestic Theater Matinee Show & Storrowton Tavern, W. Springfield, MA

Apr 27, 2024 1 day(s) | 1 meals

Ellis Island & Statue of Liberty

May 4, 2024 1 day(s)

The Cloisters - Journey to the Middle Ages - Fort Tryon, NY

May 5, 2024 1 day(s) | 1 meals

Gorgeous Glass in Boston - Harvard Glass Museum & The Mapparium, MA

May 15, 2024 1 day(s) | 1 meals

Brimfield Antique Flea Markets, MA

May 16, 2024 1 day(s)

Boston Old Town Trolley Tour, MA

May 18, 2024 1 day(s)

9/11 Museum & Memorial, NYC

May 19, 2024 1 day(s)

ADDITIONAL DATE ADDED! Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament, Lyndhurst, NJ

May 19, 2024 1 day(s) | 1 meals

NEW DATE ADDED! Culinary Institute of America lunch at American Bounty & Experience: Taste, Learn, Tour

May 21, 2024 1 day(s) | 1 meals

Newport Harbor Cruise aboard the Beautiful Coastal Queen, RI

Jun 1, 2024 1 day(s) | 1 meals

New York Botanical Garden- Wonderland: Curious Nature

Jun 2, 2024 1 day(s)

Maine Lobster! Summer in Kennebunkport, ME

Jun 8, 2024 1 day(s) | 1 meals

NEW DATE ADDED! Discover Harlem - Apollo Theater & Sylvia's Restaurant, NYC

Block island, ri.

Jun 9, 2024 1 day(s) | 1 meals

Resorts World Catskills Casino, Matinee Show: 'Carole's Kings'

Jun 12, 2024 1 day(s) | 1 meals

Bronx Zoo - Total Experience Package

Jun 15, 2024 1 day(s)

Theatre by the Sea, Matunuck, RI - Musical & Lunch: 'A Chorus Line'

Jun 20, 2024 1 day(s) | 1 meals

Jun 22, 2024 1 day(s)

Lake George Luncheon Cruise, NY

Jun 22, 2024 1 day(s) | 1 meals

Auschwitz. Not long ago. Not far away. - Boston, MA

Jun 23, 2024 1 day(s)

Spirit of Boston Bingo Lunch Cruise

Jun 27, 2024 1 day(s) | 1 meals

Special Opportunity in Newport! Lunch in the Chinese Tea House at the Marble House, RI

Jun 29, 2024 1 day(s) | 1 meals

NEW DATE ADDED! Newport Harbor Cruise aboard the Beautiful Coastal Queen, RI

Jun 30, 2024 1 day(s) | 1 meals

American Ballet Company: Swan Lake, Met Opera House, NYC

Jul 6, 2024 1 day(s)

Lake Sunapee Luncheon Cruise, NH

Jul 6, 2024 1 day(s) | 1 meals

Yankees vs. Red Sox, Yankee Stadium, Bronx, NY

Jul 7, 2024 1 day(s)

Essex Steam Train with Lunch Onboard & Riverboat Cruise, CT

Jul 12, 2024 1 day(s) | 1 meals

Cape Cod Canal Cruise & Lunch, Onset, MA

Jul 13, 2024 1 day(s) | 1 meals

Amazing Sunday Brunch & Hudson River Cruise, Newburgh, NY

Jul 14, 2024 1 day(s) | 1 meals

Boston Duck Tour & Quincy Market

Jul 14, 2024 1 day(s)

Newport Playhouse - Lunch, Play & Cabaret Show

Jul 18, 2024 1 day(s) | 1 meals

Ogunquit & Nubble Lighthouse, ME

Jul 20, 2024 1 day(s) | 1 meals

NEW DATE ADDED! Block Island, RI

Jul 21, 2024 1 day(s) | 1 meals

NEW DATE ADDED! Special Opportunity in Newport! Lunch in the Chinese Tea House at the Marble House, RI

Foster's clambake lobster lunch, york, me & isles of shoals portsmouth harbor cruise, nh.

Jul 23, 2024 1 day(s) | 1 meals

NEW DATE ADDED! Lake George Luncheon Cruise, NY

Jul 27, 2024 1 day(s) | 1 meals

Boston Whale Watch & Quincy Market, MA

Jul 28, 2024 1 day(s)

NEW DATE ADDED! New York Botanical Garden- Wonderland: Curious Nature

New date added ogunquit & nubble lighthouse, me.

Jul 28, 2024 1 day(s) | 1 meals

Gloucester Fishermen's Tales - 'Wicked Tuna' & Lunch, MA

Aug 3, 2024 1 day(s) | 1 meals

NEW DATE ADDED! Ellis Island & Statue of Liberty

Aug 3, 2024 1 day(s)

Saratoga Races, NY

Aug 4, 2024 1 day(s)

Riverboat Cruise & Luncheon, Webster Lake, MA

Aug 8, 2024 1 day(s) | 1 meals

Day in Newport, RI - 'My Way'

Aug 10, 2024 1 day(s)

Oak Bluffs - Martha's Vineyard, MA

Aug 10, 2024 1 day(s) | 1 meals

Pizza & Cannoli Walking Tour - Boston's North End

Aug 11, 2024 1 day(s) | 1 meals

Homes of The Hudson River Painters- Olana & Cedar Grove, Hudson, NY

Aug 15, 2024 1 day(s) | 1 meals

NEW DATE ADDED! Maine Lobster! Summer in Kennebunkport, ME

Aug 17, 2024 1 day(s) | 1 meals

Tanglewood - Boston Symphony Orchestra - featuring Yo-Yo Ma, famous cellist

Aug 18, 2024 1 day(s)

Aug 24, 2024 1 day(s)

Boston Red Sox vs. Arizona Diamondbacks at Fenway Park, Boston

Aug 25, 2024 1 day(s)

NEW DATE ADDED! Amazing Sunday Brunch & Hudson River Cruise, Newburgh, NY

Aug 25, 2024 1 day(s) | 1 meals

Venetian Gondola Experience w/ Lunch, Providence, RI

Aug 27, 2024 1 day(s) | 1 meals

NEW DATE ADDED! Thimble Islands Cruise & Amarante's Sea Cliff Lunch, Stony Creek, CT

Aug 28, 2024 1 day(s) | 1 meals

Hampton Beach Seafood Festival, NH

Sep 7, 2024 1 day(s)

NEW DATE ADDED! The Cloisters - Journey to the Middle Ages - Fort Tryon, NY

Sep 8, 2024 1 day(s) | 1 meals

Thimble Islands Cruise & Amarante's Sea Cliff Lunch, Stony Creek, CT

New date added oak bluffs - martha's vineyard, ma.

Sep 14, 2024 1 day(s) | 1 meals

Feast of San Gennaro, Little Italy, NYC

Sep 15, 2024 1 day(s)

Gilded Age Berkshires, MA- The Mount & Tour of the Berkshires

Sep 15, 2024 1 day(s) | 1 meals

The Big E - Connecticut Day, West Springfield, MA

Sep 18, 2024 1 day(s)

Clark Art Institute - TWO SPECIAL EXHIBITS: "Edgar Degas" & "Treasures from Corning Museum of Glass", Williamstown, MA

Sep 21, 2024 1 day(s) | 1 meals

Charles Riverboat Cruise & Cheesecake Factory, Cambridge, MA

Sep 22, 2024 1 day(s) | 1 meals

Garlic Festival & Hudson River Cruise, Saugerties, NY

Sep 28, 2024 1 day(s) | 1 meals

Made in Vermont - Country Shopping in Southern Vermont

Train & turkey dinner along lake winnipesaukee, nh.

Sep 29, 2024 1 day(s) | 1 meals

Oct 6, 2024 1 day(s) | 1 meals

Oktoberfest Celebration at Krucker's, Pomona, NY

Oct 16, 2024 1 day(s) | 1 meals

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Interested in dramas, musicals, matinee shows, and more? Coach USA offers a wide variety of theatre tours throughout North America for you to choose from. Hop on board one of our bus tours today and experience the theatre in a way you haven’t before.

When planning your next cruise, let Coach USA help book your perfect vacation. We provide motorcoach and cruise packages, serving popular cruise companies and destinations. You can choose between a guided tour that will take you across the States, or stay close to home on a city tour.

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Yellowstone & Rocky Mountain Explorer

Joe is fun and passionate

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7 Day Southwest National Parks Grand Canyon Camping Tour

It was a wonderfully beautiful tour! The guide Hogan was a perfect guide and driver! Thank you very much!

Yellowstone and Grand Tetons Adventure

Tim was a great tour guide. He was knowledgeable, helpful, and always upbeat. Time with the wildlife expert was phenomenal. the tour itself was excellent. The good ranking has to do with communications from Intrepid Travel, which were poor and lead to changed air flights and other headaches.

Best of Utah & Arizona National Parks

Fantasia trip with lots of great hiking and sightseeing opportunities.

Private Tour- 7 day Southwest National Parks Grand Canyon Tour

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Mighty 5 From Las Vegas

Excellent tour. Our guide Robin, was very informative and had an entertaining flair. We went to a series of awe-inspiring viewpoints and did some wonderful hikes in what were referred to as “the mighty five” of Utah. An unforgettable trip with a terrific group of people and a very knowledgeable, gregarious guide.

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Mighty 5 From Salt Lake City

Wynn was a wonderful guide. Hotels were very nice. No complaints about anything. This is an amazing adventure and the entire trip was flawless.

Hike Alaska: Glaciers and Denali

Exceeded expectations, everything was smooth. Great guide.

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Sedona, Monument Valley & Antelope Canyon – 3 days

Tour was very good as we covered many beautiful places in short time we had. Liked that we started tour in LV and ended there. The hotel accommodations were comfortable and breakfasts were also very good. Our tour guides were excellent, caring. informed, helpful and friendly. Thank you very much to Janet and Nao who did their jobs over snd above expevtsyions

Majestic Alaska (10 Days)

In general things went very well. However, At the Denali location there was a shortage of staff which prevented full service at the Park, Ie. not all dinning venues were normal and our room service such as daily service was missing. We were told, staff shortage due to Canadian employees may have left due to concern of border being closed into Canada. Hotel dysfunction on a limited basis due to that concern. On our last day at the Anchorage Hilton room service was missing also. Not sure why. Most other activities were well supplied/performed. We were pleased.with our Tour Director Tyler, Bus Driver Les and Health coordinator Carol., Some other venues were a bit restricted due to COVID-19 concerns which appear to be out of control of Tourradar. We loved Valdez,, Fairbanks, Anchorage and Kanai Fjords National Park, as well as the Athabascan Village and flat boat ride and other amenities such as the Husky Dog Farm. Overall pleased, except as noted above. The weather cooperated 100%.

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Magnificent West - 7 Days

Excellent trip. There was a lot of driving but it was worth it. We had excellent guides with information that wasn't listed on the website. There was a lot of driving but many stops to break that up. I have been on a number of tours in America and Europe and found the hotels on this tour to much nicer than in the past. The tours of Monument Valley and Antelope Canyon were nothing less than SPECTACULAR. The guides on the bus and at the sites were more than knowledgeable. The bus was top of the line. I have already spread the name of this company to friends and family. Next year I will be looking for my next trip with this company. Judy Lockie, Ontario, Canada.

Alaska Journey National Geographic Journeys

Good time with lots of riding in the van going to interesting places

Alaska Kenai Adventure 9 Days

Excellent trip! I would absolutely recommend the Infinite Adventures trips to anyone who loves an adventure, enjoys being outside and is flexible in their travel. In this tour, you should be ready for the weather (have good gear) and love camping because much of it is outdoors. This was overall a great trip with lots of activities along the way.

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Mesmerizing Grand Tetons! I've been with Bindlestiff before and they did not disappoint the second time! Grand Tetons was mesmerizing and I am so glad I got this done through Bindlestiff!

We thoroughly enjoyed the 7-day tour of the US southwest . We love the destinations included in the tour, every place we visited is on our bucket list. I wanted to pinch myself every day that I visited those iconic and beautiful places as shown in my photos below. We enjoyed all the extra, optional experiences that were suggested by the tour guide. They added more fun to the tour. The Hummer tour in Moab, Utah was one of the optional experiences and it was a blast! Not only it’s fun, you get to see the amazing scenery during the sunset. One previous review mentioned he or she was forced to participate in the Navajo taco dinner in Monument Valley. That comment is not true. You have a choice not to do that and the guide can make a different arrangement for you. The optional Navajo taco dinner is one of the highlights of the tour that we will remember for a long time. It would be a shame not to have this cultural experience when you get to meet Navajo people when you are in the Navajo Nation! Our tour guide, John did a fantastic job. He was full of enthusiasm and energy. He kept the tour well organized and always provided information we needed. We highly recommend the tour.

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The 19 best tours and walks in NYC

Take one of the best NYC tours and let an expert show you the city like never before

With so many must-see attractions in NYC , a visit to the city can be overwhelming. The best NYC tours — whether by land, sea or air — can help you make the most of your visit. Even locals will enjoy these tours and maybe learn something new (or discover a few secret NYC destinations) by taking an off-the-beaten-path tour . Choose your own adventure: walking tours, boat tours, bike tours and helicopter tours are all great ways to see the city, and the expert guides will leave you with a satisfying taste of the city. Looking for something more specific? There are food tours, movie tours, art tours, architecture tours and more. Whatever part of NYC you want to explore, there’s a tour for you, and you’ll have fun while learning everything you need to know about the Big Apple.

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1.  Big Bus New York Hop-On Hop-Off Tour

The quintessential city tour of all tours, hop-on hop-off's get some major props for ease, accessibility, and price. Map-reading and subway-taking not your strong suit? No worries — even the most directionally-challenged traveler can enjoy Big Bus Tours, condensing a sightseeing fest including thirty landmarks into one trip. Be sure to watch out for famous points of interest as you go with the aid of a live tour guide (and go-to know-it-all about New York attractions). And if something catches your eye? Just hop off wherever you fancy — simple. Choose from routes running in downtown, uptown, Harlem, and Brooklyn and get from Wall Street’s Charging Bull statue to the green meadows of Central Park with ease. Basically, it's an easy option for seeing as much or as little as you want of the city in one day – and not stress out about maps or super expensive Uber fairs.

2.  Small Group Central Park Bike Tour

You’ll cover much more of Central Park’s 843 acres of meadows, woods, and ponds on a bike than you ever could on foot. Meet up with the guide from Central Park Tours Inc. to pick out your wheels for the day, then set off from the south end of the park. You’ll spy iconic landmarks, plus a few lesser-known gems. And since the tour is always capped at just eight people, you’ll have plenty of opportunities to ask questions along the way and maybe even make a new friend or two. Oh, and you know, we could think of worse ways to stay fit and save the planet. 

3.  Circle Line: New York Landmarks Cruise

As far as skylines go, Manhattan's is a hard one to beat. There's the Statue of Liberty leading the way from Ellis Island, Brooklyn Bridge showing off its architectural beauty, and the Empire State standing tall – all of which make for a stunning view from the water. Sail around New York harbor on the Circle Line cruise, which heads up the Hudson, as well as rounding the Brooklyn bay areas. You'll also hear the history and stories behind all of the sights, so fill up on the facts and don't hesitate to ask a question or two. 

4.  9/11 Memorial and Ground Zero Walking Tour

Remember the lives lost during the tragedy that was 9/11 by visiting the site where the World Trade Center once stood. Now known as Ground Zero, your guide will share facts, figures, and real-life stories with you – making for a trip that is insightful, informative, and moving all at once. Starting at City Tales Sightseeing, you'll also stop at the  Fireman’s Memorial,  twin reflecting pools, One World Observatory, and  St Paul’s Chapel .

5.  Central Park TV and Movie Sites Tour

With 843 acres of meadows, woods, and streams, Central Park offers a gorgeous green backdrop for filmmakers. So perhaps it’s no surprise that countless movies have been set here, from When Harry Met Sally to Ghostbusters . Movie buffs will recognize the skating rink featured in Serendipity , the people-watching scene from Annie Hall, and the path that Gene Kelly, Frank Sinatra, and Jules Munshin biked along in On the Town . This two-hour walking tour takes you to 30 film locations within the park, though hundreds more exist.

6.  Champagne Brunch Sail

Fresh air, ocean waves, unlimited prosecco, and a massive brunch spread of bagels, lox, cream cheese, quiche, fresh fruit, and more—it’s fair to say that this midday cruise on the Shearwater really does have it all. Sit back and relax and the crew guides the restored 1929 sailboat out into the harbor. If you’re lucky, the captain will even let you take a turn at the helm.

7.  Brooklyn Bridge Bike Tour

Boasting some of the most jaw-droppingly spectacular views in the city, the Brooklyn Bridge is a beacon for snap-happy tourists. But don't let your only experience of this stunning structure and its incredible views be through the viewfinder of your camera. Put the gadgets down and take a bike ride across the bridge to really soak up the scenery. This 'Bike and Roll' tour takes about three hours, running at a  leisurely pace with  plenty of time for photo stops. Make sure you make the most of your guide, who is sure to have bags of knowledge about the bridge's history and architectural details. 

8.  Sugar Hill and Washington Heights Tour

Sugar Hill got its name during the Harlem Renaissance, as “life was sweet” for the wealthy African Americans who lived in the district. Thurgood Marshall, Langston Hughes, and Duke Ellington all spent time in the row houses here. Peep the stunning Queen Anne–style architecture and immerse yourself in the vibrant community on this walking tour of the area.

9.  Lower East Side Bagel Tour

Come hungry: You start this walking tour of the Lower East Side with a piping hot bagel smeared with cream cheese. The eats only get better as you visit venerable New York institutions like Katz’s Delicatessen, Russ and Daughters, The Pickle Guy, and Economy Candy. It’s not all about the food either: Your guide will explain how immigrants shaped both this neighborhood and its cuisine as you walk.

10.  Roosevelt Island Tour

Few visitors know anything about Roosevelt Island, a secluded residential community that feels worlds apart from the rest of the city. Once used for insane asylums and hospitals, Roosevelt Island is now home to a thriving population of about 14,000 residents. But, if you have the stomach for it, revisit the island's troubled past on the 'Island of Lost Souls' tour. Pass eerie sites, like the neo-Gothic ruins of the smallpox hospital, the first pathological and bacteriological research lab, and the NYC Lunatic Asylum which opened in 1841. After you learn about the island’s history, board the aerial tram for a sky-high trip over the East River into Manhattan.

11.  Best of Brooklyn Half-Day Food and Culture Tour

Despite Manhattan's abundance of white-clothed, Michelin-starred dining rooms, some are now touting Brooklyn as the epicenter of food culture in NYC. Either way, it's impossible to deny that Brooklyn's dining scene is incredible, from pierogis in Greenpoint's Polish stronghold to tacos and pupusas in Sunset Park and trendy farm-to-table newcomers in Williamsburg. To provide a thorough understanding of the borough's eats, this half-day tour will take you through all those neighborhoods, as well as Dumbo, the waterfront neighborhood where you'll enjoy sweets from the renowned Jacques Torres chocolate factory.

12.  Sex and the City Hotspots Tour

What Sex and the City fan hasn’t daydreamed about switching lives with Carrie, Samantha, Miranda, or Charlotte for the day? The over-the-top outfits, glamorous parties, and outrageous dates might be too good to be true, but at least the scenery is true to life. Visit Carrie’s brownstone, some of the girls’ favorite bars, and an X-rated store featured on the show on this epic bus tour. There might even be time to stop for a Cosmo.

13.  Statue of Liberty Express Cruise

Perfect for the sightseer who knows exactly what he or she wants, this Circle Line express tour goes right to the Statue of Liberty – no pit stops this time. Listen to an expert guide point out some lower Manhattan landmarks before pausing for photos right next to Lady Liberty. And since this cruise only takes an hour, it’s easy to fit into even the busiest itinerary.

14.  High Line and Chelsea Walking Tour

What started life as an unremarkable elevated railway is now famous across the world and one of New York's most photogenic landmarks. The High Line is a public park, rotating art gallery and perennial tourist attraction stretched, as the name suggests, high over the bustling city streets below. Take a two-hour walking tour hosted by New York Tour 1 to explore the full span of this green oasis and take in the architecture and unique history of Chelsea and the Meatpacking District. Make sure you save some time to shop in Chelsea Market afterward and don't forget to snap a pic of the lush greenery. 

15.  Lower East Side Food and Culture Tour

This is one for the foodies. The Lower East Side’s culinary scene is as vibrant as its culture. It's impossible to separate the two: as different immigrant communities moved in over the decades, each brought the foods of their homelands with them. These days, you can find everything from knishes to stroopwafels to fresh mozzarella within a few blocks. This three-hour walking and eating expedition around the neighborhood lets you t aste all the foods it has to offer – and learn about their origins. 

16.  Ghost Tour of Greenwich Village

You’d never know it from the looks of Washington Square Park, but Greenwich Village has a sinister past. At the northwest corner of the park is the Hangman’s Elm, one of the oldest trees in the city and the site of at least one public execution. Master of horror Edgar Allan Poe once lived in the neighborhood and rumor has it that artist John La Farge still haunts the nearby Church of the Ascension. Delve into the neighborhood’s gruesome past on this two-hour ghost tour, and discover all of its haunting secrets. Just be sure to wear comfortable shoes!

17.  The Sopranos Sites Tour

Technically speaking, this tour takes you outside the five boroughs, but The Sopranos is such an iconic New York show that we couldn’t leave it out. After you board the bus in Midtown, you’ll go through the Lincoln Tunnel – the site of the show’s unforgettable opening sequence – on your way to the New Jersey suburbs. There, you’ll check out the Bada Bing! strip club, Big Pussy’s auto body shop, and the restaurant featured in the final scene of the series.

18.  Alternative New York Street Art Tour

There's much more to art in New York than just the paintings, photography, and sculptures exhibited in its many prestigious museums. Graffiti started life in the Big Apple and NYC remains at the very forefront of the street art world to this day. Discover some of the city's very best outdoor artworks and murals on an Inside Out Tour of either the Lower East Side or Bushwick and Williamsburg. You won’t find these artists hanging in any gallery. Yet.

19.  New York City Lights Sail

There's only one thing more spectacular than New York's skyscrapers glimmering in the sun – the famous skyline dramatically lit up against the night sky. Board the Shearwater for a cruise around the harbor after dark. The 105-minute trip is a great way to get awe-inspiring views of the city and a much-needed moment of calm out on the water.

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The President and Dr. Biden are delighted to welcome members of the public to tour the White House. Public tour requests are scheduled through your Member of Congress and their Congressional Tour Coordinator. Constituents may reach your Member of Congress and Congressional Tour Coordinator through the U.S. House of Representatives Switchboard at 202-225-3121, the U.S. Senate Switchboard at 202-224-3121, or online at  www.congress.gov/members .

Consistent with prior practices, public White House tour requests must be submitted a minimum of 21 days in advance and no more than 90 days in advance of the requested tour date(s). Reservations cannot be accepted for tour dates outside this 21 – 90-day window.  

Public tours are typically available from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, excluding Federal holidays or unless otherwise noted. If your tour is confirmed, please note that you will be assigned a specific time.  All White House tours are free of charge. The White House tour schedule is subject to change, with little notice, based on inclement weather or official use.

If you are a citizen of a foreign country, please contact your embassy in Washington, D.C. for assistance in submitting a tour request.

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All U.S. citizens ages 18 and older, and foreign nationals of all ages (including children), must present a valid, government-issued photo ID upon arrival for their tour. Acceptable forms of identification are below.

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• United States Military ID

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• Alien Registration Card
• Permanent Resident Card
• U.S. State Department Issued Diplomatic ID Card

A U.S. driver’s license is not an acceptable form of identification for foreign nationals. No foreign-issued state IDs, foreign-issued driver’s licenses, expired passports, photocopies, other transmissions of these documents, or other forms of identification will be accepted. Individuals without acceptable identification, or whose identification does not exactly match the information previously registered, may be denied entry.

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Please note that storage facilities are not provided during your visit. Individuals who arrive with bags or prohibited items will not be permitted to enter the White House.

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Use of public transportation is strongly encouraged, as there is no parking available on the White House complex and street parking is limited. The closest Metrorail stations to the White House are Federal Triangle (blue and orange lines), Metro Center (blue, orange, silver, and red lines), and McPherson Square (blue, orange, and silver lines).

The White House Tour entrance is located in Sherman Park at 15th Street NW and Alexander Hamilton Place NW. If arriving by rideshare, use the White House Visitor Center (WHVC) as the drop-off address. The WHVC is located at 1450 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, D.C. 20230, which is one block from the White House.

Restrooms are located at the White House Visitors Center, located at 1450 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, D.C. 20230. There are no restrooms available once you arrive for your tour.

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The White House tour route is wheelchair accessible. Visitors who wish to use a White House wheelchair should notify a U.S. Secret Service officer upon arrival.

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The Capitol Visitor Center is open Monday-Saturday from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Tours begin every 10 minutes until 3:20 p.m. All tours are led by our professional tour guides and visit the  Crypt , the  Rotunda  and  National Statuary Hall . The tour does not include the  Senate and House Galleries . The tour route is subject to change.

Reservations are recommended, but not required. Visit the  schedule a tour  page to select a day/time for a reservation. Same day passes may be available. Visitors without reservations are encouraged to arrive at the Capitol Visitor Center as early in the day as possible, but no later than 2:30 p.m., to obtain passes.

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Visitors enter through the Capitol Visitor Center, located underground on the east side of the Capitol. Please leave time to go through security and review the U.S. Capitol’s  prohibited items list  before your visit.

You can begin your Capitol experience at the Visitor Center by visiting Exhibition Hall , perusing our Gift Shops or getting a bite to eat at the Capitol Cafe.

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Fiesta guide: View the day-by-day schedule for Fiesta 2024 in San Antonio, watch the biggest events on KSAT

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Julie Moreno , Executive Producer/Digital Content

SAN ANTONIO – ¡Viva! It’s time for Fiesta !

This year San Antonio’s big, 11-day party will go from April 18-28 . It’ll be a time to crack cascarones, party with friends and family, show off your medals, and yell, “Show me your shoes!”

Of course, there are plenty of festivities to choose from. KSAT already has a list of the major Fiesta parades and when they will take place , including the events that will be televised on KSAT 12 and livestreamed online and on the free KSAT app.

>> Tickets for the 2024 KSAT Fiesta parties are on sale now 🌺

Check out the weather forecast from the KSAT meteorologists before you head out to Fiesta events so you can dress accordingly. Also, make sure to post your images and videos on KSAT Connect .

Here are links to the complete list of day-of events for Fiesta 2024

• Fiesta events for April 18: Fiesta Fiesta, Taste of the Northside, Taste of the Republic
• Fiesta events for April 19: Alamo Heights Night, Oyster Bake, WEBB Party
• Fiesta events for April 20: Taste of New Orleans, El Rey Fido Coronation, Fiesta Kings Cup Polo Party
• Fiesta events for April 21: Chili Queens Chili Cook-Off, Day In Old Mexico, Mission Reach Flotilla Fiesta
• Fiesta events for April 22: Texas Cavaliers River Parade, Pilgrimage to the Alamo
• Fiesta events for April 23: NIOSA, Cornyation and Ford Mariachi Festival begin
• Fiesta events for April 24: Fiesta Gartenfest, Coronation of the Queen of The Order of the Alamo
• Fiesta events for April 25: Battle of Flowers Band Festival, 10th Street River Festival
• Fiesta events for April 26: Battle of Flowers Parade, Fredstock Music Festival
• Fiesta events for April 27: Flambeau Parade, King William Fair
• Fiesta events for April 28: Festival De Cascarones, Day in Old Mexico, Festival De Animales

Find more news on KSAT’s Fiesta page . You can also sign up for our free Things To Do and Fiesta newsletters .

Live coverage

KSAT will offer live coverage for Fiesta 2024′s biggest events.

Here’s when you can watch them on KSAT 12, KSAT Plus (our free streaming app), YouTube and KSAT.com :

• Thursday, April 18: Fiesta Fiesta at Alamodome, 8-10 p.m. — On KSAT 12, KSAT.com and KSAT Plus.
• Friday, April 19: Fiesta Oyster Bake at St. Mary’s University, coverage starts at 6:30 p.m. — On KSAT.com and KSAT Plus.
• Monday, April 22: Texas Cavaliers River Parade , coverage starts at 6:30 p.m. with the Texas Cavaliers Military Pre-Party . Watch parade coverage from 7-9 p.m., followed by the SA Live River Parade Afterparty from 9-10 p.m. — On KSAT 12, KSAT.com and KSAT Plus.
• Tuesday, April 23: NIOSA , coverage starts at 6:30 p.m. — On KSAT.com and KSAT Plus.
• Thursday, April 25: Battle of Flowers Band Festival at Alamo Stadium, 7-10 p.m. — On KSAT.com and KSAT Plus.
• Friday, April 26: Battle of Flowers Parade , coverage starts at 10 a.m. with a pre-parade special. Watch parade coverage from 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. — On KSAT 12, KSAT.com and KSAT Plus.
• Saturday, April 27: King William Fair and Parade , 9-10:30 a.m. — On KSAT.com and KSAT Plus.
• Saturday, April 27: Fiesta Pooch Parade at Heights Pool in Alamo Heights, 9-10 a.m. — On KSAT.com and KSAT Plus.
• Saturday, April 27: Battle of Flowers Band Festival (rebroadcast), 3-6 p.m. — On KSAT 12, KSAT.com and KSAT Plus.
• Saturday, April 27: Texas Eats Fiesta Special , 6-7 p.m. — On KSAT 12, KSAT.com and KSAT Plus.
• Saturday, April 27: Fiesta Flambeau Night Parade , coverage starts with a pre-party from 7-8 p.m. Watch parade coverage from 8-11 p.m. — On KSAT 12, KSAT.com and KSAT Plus.

Get more information about how to stream KSAT 12 for free here .

This is just a partial list. As Fiesta gets closer, we will update our plans which may include covering even more events live.

Stay tuned!

Parade routes, start times

If you’re planning your Fiesta parade strategies this year, we can help.

These are the start times and routes for the 2024 Battle of Flowers and Flambeau Parades.

Battle of Flowers Parade

The Battle of Flowers parade will take place on Friday, April 26. The vanguard kicks off at 9:55 a.m. with the parade following at 10:30 a.m. This year’s theme is “Viva Amor 2024.”

The Battle of Flowers parade is the second oldest parade and the only parade in the United States produced entirely by women, and all of them are volunteers.

San Antonio Food Bank CEO Eric Cooper was selected as the grand marshal for the 133rd Battle of Flowers Parade.

This year’s 2.6-mile route will follow the same path as last year. The parade steps off on North Main Street near San Antonio College. It will travel on Lexington Avenue, North St Mary’s Street, Brooklyn Avenue, Avenue E, Houston Street, Alamo Plaza, Commerce Street and Santa Rosa where it will end near West Martin Street.

Parade Map 2024 by Julie Moreno on Scribd

Fiesta Flambeau Parade

The Fiesta Flambeau Parade is known as America’s largest illuminated night parade with more than 200 parade entries and a typical attendance of about 750,000 spectators. It’s also broadcasted and livestreamed (on KSAT!) to about 1.5 million more people.

This year’s parade will be held on Saturday, April 27. The vanguard kicks off at 7:15 p.m. and the main parade will follow at 7:45 p.m. The theme is “Lotsa Loteria.”

The University of Texas Longhorn Band will be the parade’s premier band and will be joined by floats, marching units, local bands, bands from other cities and states, dance groups, equestrian units and others.

It travels the same route as the Battle of Flowers Parade. Michael Quintanilla, a former writer for the San Antonio Express-News, is the grand marshal . Angie Salinas, the CEO of Girl Scouts of Southwest Texas, is the honorary grand marshal.

Road closures, traffic, VIA Park & Ride

With ongoing construction already creating a vehicular maze downtown, the 11-day party may cause some traffic hot spots as drivers navigate road closures, pedestrians and detours.

The City of San Antonio asks people to plan ahead, celebrate responsibly, and take a ride share or VIA Park & Ride when available.

>> Fiesta-goers can receive $10 off their Uber ride

If you are one of many planning to party downtown for the Battle of Flowers or Fiesta Flambeau parades, or at NIOSA or Fiesta De Los Reyes, click here for detailed information on road closures, parking and construction.

VIA Metropolitan Transit will have its Park & Ride service available for Fiesta’s biggest events, and riders can receive a free medal.

The service will be available from Friday, April 19 to Saturday, April 27 for $1.30 each way, though discounts are available for students, seniors, military members and other populations.

Fiesta medals will be given out at the transit center location at the time of purchase, while supplies last. If the service is purchased online, customers will need to show their receipt at the transit center to receive a medal.

Click here for detailed information on the Park & Ride schedule.

Party with KSAT 🎉

We want our KSAT Insiders to join us for all the fun!

KSAT will have Fiesta parties at the Battle of Flowers and Fiesta Flambeau parades. Tickets are on sale now!

Here’s what’s included with your purchase:

• Admission to the exclusive KSAT party.
• Access to on-site portable restrooms.
• Assigned grandstand seating to view the parade.
• 2 tacos and 1 non-alcoholic beverage.
• Access to the cash bar.
• A chance to mingle with neighbors and your favorite KSAT weather and news peeps.

You could also have the chance to be on TV during our live broadcast of the parades.

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• Share your Fiesta photos, videos with KSAT Connect!
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Click here to read more about buying a ticket, and watch the video below to see 2023′s big KSAT Insiders parties.

What’s new at Fiesta 2024

If you’re ready for Fiesta’s biggest events, you may want to know about some new venue and time changes for 2024.

Here are new things to know about Fiesta:

• Fiesta Fiesta, the kickoff event to the season, is moving east to the Alamodome.
• La Semana Alegre, a music festival that was popular in San Antonio during the 1980s and ‘90s, will relaunch at Hemisfair.
• NIOSA at La Villita will have new food and drink options.
• The King William Fair will do away with the BlastPass system and return to paper tickets for the event.
• Battle of Flowers, one of the most famous flower parades in the country, will shift an hour later compared to the last couple of years.

Click here for more details on each of these changes.

History of Fiesta

Fiesta started in 1891 when a group of San Antonio citizens honored the heroes of the Alamo and the Battle of San Jacinto with the first Battle of Flowers Parade.

Children dressed up as flowers and horse-drawn carriages were adorned with flowers. Parade participants threw blossoms at each other, a tradition that hasn’t been passed down.

>> Historical photos show Fiesta parade floats and crowds from 100+ years ago in downtown San Antonio

The success of the Battle of Flowers Parade led to more events every year, thus Fiesta was born.

Fiesta has been celebrated every year since, except 1918 during World War I, 1942-1945 during World War II and 2020 and 2021 due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Fiesta Foodies

Want to know how much Fiesta-goers are chowing down during the 11-day festival? Here’s the breakdown of food consumed, according to the Fiesta Commission:

• 32,000 Chicken-on-a-Sticks
• 25,000 Tortillas
• 15,000 Oysters at Oyster Bake
• 5,000 Tamales
• 3,000 Turkey Legs

Here’s what the Conservation Society says the “Night in Old San Antonio” crowd consumes during an average year:

• 17,000 pounds of beef
• 11,000 pounds of chicken
• 3,000 turkey legs
• 1,000 pounds of guacamole

Fiesta is the largest annual event in San Antonio and generates more than $340 million in economic impact for the community. Roughly 2.5 million people attend the annual celebration, which generates thousands of jobs for locals.

More Fiesta coverage on KSAT:

• San Antonio businesses, organizations release 2024 Fiesta medals
• Your guide to road closures, construction and parking for Fiesta 2024 in San Antonio
• 🌸 Fiesta Quiz: Test your Fiesta knowledge
• VIA offers Park & Ride service for Fiesta 2024′s biggest events and free medals
• 🎊 FIESTA FORECAST: Unseasonably warm start, with a weekend cool front and rain chances
• What’s new at Fiesta 2024: La Semana Alegre returns, paper tickets at King William Fair, new start for Battle of Flowers
• How to watch ABC programming pre-empted by 2024 Fiesta coverage

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Rebecca Salinas is an award-winning digital journalist who joined KSAT in 2019. She reports on a variety of topics for KSAT 12 News.

Julie Moreno

Julie Moreno has worked in local television news for more than 25 years. She came to KSAT as a news producer in 2000. After producing thousands of newscasts, she transitioned to the digital team in 2015. She writes on a wide variety of topics from breaking news to trending stories and manages KSAT’s daily digital content strategy.

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With the Eras Tour still under way and The Tortured Poets Department dropping today, you can't shake off Taylor Swift these days. She's everywhere — in the news, on streaming services and on social media, which now includes Threads . Taylor's Threads account , and her first post, are going live around midnight. And if you're one of the first people to share her post, you'll get a custom badge based on her new album's artwork that you can display on your Threads profile.

Meta has been dropping hints and releasing easter eggs for Swifties over the past week as part of a countdown for her album release today. You may have even seen its call to pre-follow Swift on Threads, along with the shimmer effect that's been showing up on conversations on the social network with Taylor-related hashtags. Celebratory hearts pop up when you like relevant posts, as well.

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Are you ready for it?

Ahead of her concert later this year in Indy, Taylor Swift released her highly-anticipated eleventh studio album "The Tortured Poets Department" on Friday.

Still no word on "Reputation (Taylor's Version)" though (sorry, Swifties).

Here's what we know about her new album.

When does 'The Tortured Poets Department' release?

Swift's newest album, "The Tortured Poets Department" dropped at midnight on April 19. Then at 2 a.m. she released a deluxe version of the album, "The Tortured Poets Department: The Anthology."

How manys songs are in 'The Tortured Poets Department'?

The original album consists of 16 songs, with four additional bonus tracks that were advertised as only available on certain vinyls or CDs. Each vinyl or CD variant includes a different one of the bonus tracks.

Making bonus tracks only available on physical copies and releasing them on streaming later is becoming a more common practice.

Swift did this with her previous album "Midnights" where the bonus track "You're Losing Me" was only available on a few CDs sold at live shows. Olivia Rodrigo recently released a deluxe version of her sophomore album "Guts," which includes all four of the bonus tracks that were originally only available on certain vinyl pressings, plus one new song.

Swift moved much quicker than that for this album.

By releasing the deluxe version of the album on streaming at 2 a.m., only two hours after the original dropped, 15 extra tracks, including the bonus tracks only on vinyl and cd, became available to stream.

So now all bonus tracks for this album are available on streaming, but not all the deluxe songs have physical copies (that we know of, yet).

When did Taylor Swift announce 'The Tortured Poets Department'?

At the Grammy Awards on Feb. 4, while accepting the award for Best Pop Vocal Album for her previous album "Midnights," Swift announced her next project, another album titled "The Tortured Poets Department."

She has been teasing fans with track titles, lyrics, videos , Apple Music playlists , and even a pop-up art installation in Los Angeles with Spotify leading up to the release.

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It is still unsure whether or not the remaining shows on her current tour, the Eras Tour, will be updated to include songs from her newest album.

She begins the European leg of her tour on May 9 in Paris, France, making it the first concert date after the release of "The Tortured Poets Department." Fans will have to wait and see if the album gets a more permanent spot in the show's setlist beyond being played during the surprise song segment.

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Ticket sales through Ticketmaster are officially over, however, several marked-up tickets are still available for the Indianapolis shows on re-selling sites like StubHub and SeatGeek .

If you're still hoping to get tickets, they may be costly. Most tickets are priced are anywhere from $1,500 to almost $3,000 each, and the cheapest tickets are for seats near the top of the bowl.

Katie Wiseman is a trending news intern at IndyStar. Contact her at [email protected]. Follow her on Twitter @itskatiewiseman .

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If you're less experienced with Saturday's annual shopper's holiday — started in 2007 to promote independent record shops before the now-prevalent resurgence of vinyl — then there's a lot to take in. Stores around the country open early and stock up on items, including limited-edition Record Store Day (RSD) releases put out by labels and artists just for the occasion.

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