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World War II buffs won't want to miss the chance to pay tribute to almost 58,000 individuals from over 60 countries who lost their lives serving with Bomber Command during the War. A visit to Lincoln's International Bomber Command Centre is the perfect way to commemorate them. Your ticket includes access to interactive galleries, landscaped peace gardens, and the 100-foot (30-meter) memorial, while tours run regularly across the day.

Explore one of Prague’s most creative and unexpected exhibitions—and bring your smartphone along to capture the immersive spaces and optical illusions—when you visit the Museum of Senses. Book your tickets before you travel to make logistics seamless, and upon arrival, explore the galleries independently. You can discover 90 exhibits in 17 different areas, from upside-down rooms to a bed of nails.

Discover the history, stories, and architecture of the country’s oldest prison—and explore at your own pace—when you pre-book tickets to Shepton Mallet Prison. Constructed in 1625, the landmark has witnessed many centuries of British history. Choose a start time that works best for you, make your own way to the landmark, and step back in time when you visit its cells, gruesome execution areas, and more.

A dark look at the history of crime and punishment, this tour of Shepton Mallet Prison reveals the secrets of a historic English prison. Walk the corridors and see the cells of a prison that has been standing for 400 years, and learn about the prisoners who have lived here. See where executions once took place, and where old architecture has been modernized to suit the 21st century. Notice the difference between punishment in the 1600s and the present day.

Get access to a secret WW2 bunker under Liverpool city center: the Western Approaches HQ. This fascinating museum is a great way to learn stories about the British Armed Forces during World War II. See preserved artifacts, and find out more about the tools used to monitor enemy convoys. No need to worry about rushing—a self-guided tour means you can explore the museum at your own pace.

Installed in the birthplace of the famous chef Auguste Escoffier, the Escoffier Museum of Culinary Art invites you to discover the world of gastronomy through 10 exhibition rooms!

Getting to and from Rome's vast number of landmarks is tricky when you're short on time, but this group tour is optimized for travelers who want to pack a lot into one day. Learn about Rome's rich cultural, artistic, and architectural history from your guide as you follow them to multiple city highlights, including the Vatican and the Colosseum.

Explore London's West End in a unique way on this group walking tour. Check off some of the West End’s top theaters with a suitably musical-inspired soundtrack. During your 2.5-mile (4-kilometer) walk, discover key theaters, learn insider stories and facts, and listen to different show tunes through headsets—singing and dancing are warmly encouraged.

How does studying at Oxford University compare with studying at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry? Fun tour for Muggles of all ages. Guide will cater tour according to everyone's interests, introducing also Oxford heritage. Join tour to find out why we have over 1,000 reviews recommending this tour online! Calling all fans of the world’s favourite wizard, this Oxford walking tour takes you to recognizable locations of the Harry Potter films. During this family-friendly tour, see the grand buildings of Oxford University and see inside the Divinity School—which featured as the infirmary & classroom space in Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Learn of other literary legends that attended Oxford University. Tour includes entry worth £3 per person inside the Divinity school at the Bodleian Library. Tour lasts average 90-120 minutes. Notice: on dates when Divinity school is closed - see closures notices under What's not Included section- we instead visit New college.

Design your own ideal (and cost-efficient) tour of Dublin’s top things to do and see with the Go Dublin Pass and visit attractions such as Guinness Storehouse, Jameson Distillery Bow St., and EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum. Choose from digital passes that ranges from one to five days, and get ready to visit brew houses, museums, castles, and cathedrals, and even explore the city at your leisure on a 1-day hop-on hop-off bus sightseeing tour. With free entry to more than 35 attractions around town, the Go Dublin Pass offers something for the whole family.

Get to know Prague’s contemporary side during this 2.5-hour small-group guided walking tour that leads you to the modern culture, art, and graffiti off the typical tourist path. See how the city has changed over the decades and visit places showcasing Prague’s contemporary culture—sometimes within surprising old buildings. Get around on foot and by public transport and experience a local’s side of the city.

Not many people can say they’ve visited a Gin Distillery located in a 17th Century castle, but you could if you book this unique day out. Providing a thorough overview to the history of the castle and its spirits loving owners, learn about the modernised distillery process and sample some of the United Kingdom’s finest botanicals.

Explore the streets of Edinburgh on this fun walking tour. As you listen to popular theme songs and hits through your headset, sing along and dance past landmarks like St. Giles' Cathedral, the Scottish National Gallery, Edinburgh Waverley Station, and more. This is an alternative to the traditional tour groups.

Book your tickets in advance and step aboard the Cutty Sark in Greenwich to discover what life was like on board a 19th-century tea clipper boat. The world’s sole surviving clipper, the 'Cutty Sark' today is an award-winning boat-museum, which allows you to learn about the China tea trade voyages and life at sea. Your admission ticket lets you stay as long as you want aboard the boat and explore at your own pace.

Combine the magic of Harry Potter with the history of the Scottish borders on this day trip from Edinburgh. Ideal for fans of the world’s favorite wizard, this tour takes care of transportation, leaving you free to admire Bamburgh Castle and Alnwick Castle, a filming location featured in both Harry Potter and Downton Abbey. You'll venture beyond the capital's crowds and visit parts of the country that many first-time visitors often overlook.

Peddle off the beaten path with the help of a guide on this intimate small-group bike tour of Barcelona’s street art hubs. See vibrant graffiti murals in the once-industrial Poble Nou neighborhood, and learn things about the city’s most active and renowned street artists that you’d easily miss if you tried sightseeing alone. It’s an excellent way to experience Barcelona’s alternative arts scene while getting some exercise.

Give Cordoba’s Mezquita (Mosque-Cathedral) and Jewish Quarter the attention they deserve on a guided walking tour. Discover hidden architectural details that you might otherwise miss at the UNESCO-listed 8th-century mosque. Exploring the Jewish Quarter on foot also lets you get more up close and access the areas that cars can't.

Discover the rich history of Rome with a self-guided tour of the iconic St Peter’s Basilica, starting from its magnificent dome. Use your included ticket to access the elevator to the top of the cupola designed by Michelangelo and take in views over Rome. Admire the artwork of Renaissance masters and the ornate church interiors at your own pace with a self-guided, app-based audio tour.

Versailles and Giverny sit in opposite directions from Paris, so seeing both usually takes two separate days. This group day trip links them in one, starting at Monet's home in Giverny and the garden that inspired his "Water Lilies" series. After lunch, continue to Versailles to tour the palace of Louis XIV.

Soak up Austrian culture and cuisine with this package experience. Explore Schönbrunn's ornate staterooms and guest apartments with an audio guide after the palace doors are closed to the public. Then, settle into a delicious 3-course dinner at a restaurant within walking distance of the Palace. Top off the evening with a concert at the Orangery Schönbrunn and enjoy live classical works from Mozart and Strauss.

Get a unique travel experience on an electric trike, which are 3-wheeled e-bikes with two seats, meaning two people can ride together. Pick from multiple convenient departure times, and, following a brief vehicle training, set off to explore the city. See St. Vitus Cathedral and Strahov Monastery, admire the Charles Bridge and Prague Castle, linger in the much-photographed Old Town Square, and more. The route may vary depending on the tour option selected.

Make the most of visiting one of Rome’s top attractions, the Colosseum, by joining this small-group guided tour. Avoid the chaos and confusion of a larger tour and enjoy a personalized experience—with plenty of time for questions—in a group limited to just six people. Listen to anecdotes and insights about Rome’s imperial past from your guide. After, explore the nearby Roman Forum and Palatine Hill at your leisure.

Explore the wonderful architecture of Segovia and Avila, two of Spain’s lesser-known gems, during this this 9-hour tour from Madrid. Discover the charming walled city of Avila, dating to the 11th century, along with the Gothic palaces, Romanesque churches and other treasures that hide within its gates. Then step back to Roman times in Segovia as you admire its spectacular aqueduct and fairy-tale style Alcazar fortress, one of the most striking in Spain.

Learn the stories and little-known tidbits behind one of the world’s most celebrated art museums on a tour of the Louvre. Enter the collections, with admission tickets purchased separately. Then, get a peek at art objects spanning thousands of years. Chose between a small-group option with or without tickets or a private tour at the time of booking.