Two great cities in the United States for walking tours are Boston and Miami. Each has a unique sense of history and wonderful examples of period architecture. To get the most out of walking tours in either city it is wise to plan ahead and book the tours that appeal most to you. This article will first discuss walking tours and Miami travel tips and then review some tours available in Boston.

Miami has many styles of architecture throughout its many districts. The most recognizable style is seen in the Art Deco District in Miami Beach. The colorful buildings of pastel stucco and neon lit signs have become synonymous with Miami. Another popular style that is seen as resort vernacular is Miami Modern, also known as, MiMo. The modern style is showcased heavily in Middle and Upper Miami Beach along Collins Avenue. Prime examples of MiMO architecture include the Fontainebleau Hotel, Eden Roc, Seacoast Towers and DiLido hotels. Many typical Miami Modern building are found on Biscayne Boulevard and have been dubbed “MiMo on BiBo”. Walking tours of these areas are available either by self-guided audio tours or with tour guides.

The most popular walking tour in Boston, according to many online sources of Boston travel tips, is the Freedom Trail. The trail is a two and a half mile (4 km) walk that takes you through the rich history of America’s Revolution. As you walk along the redbrick trail, you will pass 16 nationally significant historic sites. The Freedom Trail is a unique collection of museums, churches, meeting houses, burial grounds, parks, a ship and historic markers that tell the story of the American Revolutions. There are other walking trails to discover in Boston but none as popular as the Freedom Trail. You can choose to follow the trail on your own or you can join a guided tour.

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