12 Shopping Tours in the USA, Ranked by What You Get

1.National Mall Monuments Night Tour with 10+ Stops, Entry Tickets

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 4,863 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $65Our pick

Ride an air-conditioned coach around Washington DC after dark, stopping at the Capitol, White House, Lincoln Memorial, MLK Memorial, Vietnam Memorial, and more. Guides such as Sally, Tyrone, and James add history and humor while the driver handles city traffic. Optional tickets for the Washington Monument and museums are used on the next available day.

“Sallie and Mike were great!!! I absolutely love history and Sallie made it so easy to understand for my little one. Whenever I come back I will definitely book Sallie and Mike again”

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2.Chef Guided Food Tour of Pike Place Market

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,733 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $73Top rated

Walk Pike Place Market with a chef guide and a group of no more than 12. You may taste award-winning chowder, Beecher’s mac and cheese, fresh tacos, truffles, chocolate, produce, and other local treats. Routes vary, but the tour always focuses on generous samples, market stories, and useful vendor tips.

“This was a tremendous opportunity to discover Pike Place Market! It was enough food samples for a meal. Our guide, Sylas, was very knowledgeable about the market, Seattle food culture, and lots of other things. It’s a great way to spend a few hours discovering one of Seattle’s most popular attractions. Definitely worth it!”

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3.From NYC: Woodbury Common Premium Outlets Shopping Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 2,472 reviews · from $47

Ride from Times Square to Woodbury Common Premium Outlets for a full day of shopping at more than 220 stores. Your ticket includes round-trip transport, reserved seating, a VIP discount e-booklet, and a scenic drive into upstate New York. Choose from daily departures and return buses, subject to availability.

“alot of shops and restraunts to chose from and it was lovely to get out of the city for a day”

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4.National Mall Night Tour with 10+ Monuments (Public or Private)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,207 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $68

Spend three hours seeing Washington DC after dark, with a guide such as Sally, James, or Dwayne, a comfortable tour bus, and more than 10 stops. You’ll walk at the Capitol, White House, Lincoln Memorial, and other sites, while optional next-day tickets add the Washington Monument, Air and Space Museum, or African American History Museum.

“Chris and James provided a wonderful tour. This tour is quick paced and interesting making sure that you see all the nighttime hot spots and that you are in the best spot for photos. Chris was a safe and helpful driver and James shared both common facts and interesting trivia about each stop.”

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5.Pike Place Market Tasting Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,696 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $68

Spend about two hours tasting eight or more Pike Place Market specialties, from clam chowder and smoked salmon to gelato and pastries. Guides such as Bob, Chip, Lucky, and Woody add market stories and shopping tips. The small group is capped at 12, with food, drinks, and a one-week discount card included.

“Our tour guide was very knowledgeable, and very nice! I recommend this tour to anyone who wants to learn the history of Pike Place.”

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6.From NYC: Niagara Falls with Outlet Shopping, 2-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,042 reviews · 2 days · from $340

Leave Manhattan early for a two-day Niagara Falls trip with stops at Watkins Glen, Seneca Lake, Goat Island, and the Three Sisters Islands. You will see the falls lit at night, cross into Canada if your documents allow, and ride the Maid of the Mist from May to October. Guides may speak English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, or Japanese.

“Prompt clear pick up! Clear instructions by both guides in several languages (very impressive). We didn't think we could go to Canadian Side of Niagra Falls so that was such a lovely surprise 😀 really made our first day. Driver was great and stops were frequent. Andy was very knowledgeable although forgotten what he said (that's just me 🤣). Looking forward to tomorrow and what that can bring! Im sure it will be just as great as today 💫🌟⭐️💫🌟 O our room was huge and very lovely too!!”

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7.Niagara Falls with Outlet Shopping, 2-Day Tour from NYC

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 992 reviews · 2 days (approx.) · from $350

Travel from Midtown Manhattan through the Finger Lakes to Niagara Falls, with a seasonal Watkins Glen or Montour Falls stop. Stay one night near the falls, see the evening illumination, cross into Canada if your documents allow, ride Maid of the Mist in summer, and stop at a large outlet mall before returning to NYC.

“I was treated very badly the first day. Guide would not answer my questions so finally a guy behind me asked my questions for me. Being there solo made me feel bad but people on bus great. Crew was horrible.”

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8.Pike Place Market Chef-Guided Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 847 reviews · 2 hours · from $70

Join a local chef such as Will, Noah, Robert, or Sean for a two-hour walk through Pike Place Market. You’ll make nine tasting stops, sample seafood, tacos, cheese, sweets, and more, hear market stories, and receive 10% discounts at selected vendors.

“Our guide Sylas was super friendly and knowledgeable. We were treated to a variety of delicious items throughout the market paired with interesting historical facts about the market and the vendors as well. 100% would recommend and consider booking again the next time we are in Seattle.”

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9.Giant Shopping Cart Limo Ride in Las Vegas

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 677 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $64

Ride the Las Vegas Strip in Cartzilla, a 400-horsepower open-air shopping cart limo for up to seven people. You will pass Treasure Island, Bellagio, the Welcome sign, MGM Lion, Eiffel Tower, and Venetian Resort while choosing the music. Randy and Dave are among the named drivers praised for fun hosting, photos, and safe boarding.

“A fantastic experience down the Las Vegas Strip. Comfortable and fun. Passengers choose the songs. Owner/driver is friendly and knowledgeable.”

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10.Streetcar Food Tour and Findlay Market with Riverside Food Tours

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 653 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $99

Start at Fountain Square for a three-hour small-group tour led by guides such as Beth, Laura, Marcia, or Terry. Ride the streetcar through downtown and Over-the-Rhine, sample six dishes and sweets, explore Findlay Market, and keep the all-day streetcar pass for later sightseeing.

“This was our first food tour together and we loved it! It was so nice to just show up and have everything planned since there are so many amazing restaurants and eateries in Cincinnati. Beth was a fantastic guide and I appreciated that she shared little bits of history about the city and each restaurant we visited. And the food was incredible!!! I kind of wish Makers Bakers was our last stop as that banana pudding was to die for and I look forward to making the trip back to Cinci just for that treat. Would absolutely book another tour with this company!”

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11.Brooklyn Food Walking Tour: Local Eats & Family‑Run Shops

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 592 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $69

Walk through Smith Street, Carroll Gardens, Cobble Hill, and part of Brooklyn Heights while trying seven food samples at local shops. Guides such as Sara, David, Alex, and Mickey mix Brooklyn history with practical food tips. The tour suits families and small groups, but portions and stops can vary by day.

“It’s really good. I want to come back and take my kids. Great food and conversations. Showed me a few gems to put in my list.”

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12.The Escape Game Las Vegas: 60-Minute Adventure at The Forum Shops

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 371 reviews · 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) · from $42Best value

At The Escape Game Las Vegas, you get 60 minutes to complete one of eight story-driven missions, from Prison Break to Gold Rush. A game guide explains the rules, offers clues, and helps your team stay on track. The experience lasts about 75 minutes, takes place at Caesars Palace, and suits families, couples, and friends ages 13 and up.

“Friendly and accommodating staff. Fun room and well thought out. I would highly recommend this to others. Only negative is that it is a little tricky to find.”

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