10 Famous Behind-the-Scenes Tours in the US

Time to tick off some famous behind-the-scenes tours off your couples’ travel bucket list?

I finally visited Alcatraz in San Francisco on my last trip there.

And a few years ago I got to witness the giant operation of Anheuser-Busch in St Louis MO.

If you’re the kind of couple that likes to visit iconic, landmark travel destinations and learn about some history or the inner workings of these behind-the-scenes tours.

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10 Landmark Travel Destinations in the US with Behind-the-Scenes Tours

1. White House Behind-the-Scenes Tour

This tour takes you through the private areas of the White House that are not accessible to the general public. You’ll get a glimpse of the Oval Office, the Cabinet Room, and the Situation Room.

2. Grand Central Terminal Behind the Scenes Tour

Discover the secrets of one of the most iconic train stations in the world. You’ll visit the Whispering Gallery, the station master’s office, and the catwalks above the main concourse.

3. Statue of Liberty Pedestal Access Tour

Get up close and personal with Lady Liberty on this tour that takes you inside the statue’s pedestal. You’ll learn about the history of the statue and the people who made it possible.

4. NBC Studio Tour

Go behind the scenes at NBC Studios and see how your favorite TV shows are produced. You’ll visit the control room, the makeup and wardrobe departments, and the sets of popular shows like Saturday Night Live and The Tonight Show.

5. Kennedy Space Center Behind the Scenes Tour

Explore the inner workings of the Kennedy Space Center on this tour that takes you to areas not open to the public. You’ll visit the Vehicle Assembly Building, the Launch Control Center, and the Space Shuttle Launch Pads.

6. Alcatraz Island Behind the Scenes Tour

Discover the hidden secrets of Alcatraz on this tour that takes you to areas not accessible to the general public. You’ll visit the prison hospital, the officers’ club, and the underground tunnels.

7. Fenway Park Behind the Scenes Tour

Take a tour of one of the most historic ballparks in America. You’ll visit the press box, the Green Monster, and the dugout of the Boston Red Sox.

8. Paramount Pictures Studio Tour

Go behind the scenes of one of the most iconic movie studios in Hollywood. You’ll visit the sound stages, the backlots, and the archives of Paramount Pictures.

9. Metropolitan Museum of Art VIP Tour

Experience the Met like never before on this VIP tour that takes you to areas not open to the public. You’ll visit the conservation lab, the rooftop garden, and the study room for the Department of Egyptian Art.

10. Ellis Island Hard Hat Tour

Explore the abandoned hospital complex on Ellis Island on this tour that takes you to areas not accessible to the general public. You’ll learn about the history of the island and the people who passed through it.

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