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Dive into the beauty of Tuscan art, architecture, and landscapes, without feeling overwhelmed, on this engaging small-group tour. In one experience, discover three iconic highlights: the opulent Pitti Palace, the stunning Palatina Gallery, and the enchanting Boboli Gardens. As you explore, your guide shares fascinating insights into the region's Renaissance history, including the role of the Savoy family as Italy's royal family, and the remarkable artworks that define each destination.

Guarantee your entry to Florence's famed Uffizi Gallery and save waiting time with a timed entry ticket. Explore at your own pace independently, or upgrade to see the Renaissance masterpieces with a guide. In a small group, see highlights including Botticelli’s "Birth of Venus" with added insights from an expert.

Enrich your knowledge of Ireland’s diaspora and its history of emigration with this admission ticket to the EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum in Dublin. Save time by pre-booking your entrance and embark self-guided tour of the museum's galleries, which utilize cutting-edge technology for an immersive experience and deep dive into Ireland’s immigration history. Learn about why people left Ireland, the struggles they had along the way, where they went, and how they've changed the world.

Discover the renowned art and architecture of the Vatican without struggling to hear your guide when you opt for a small-group tour of the Vatican Museums and St. Peter's Basilica. As you explore rooms including the Gallery of Maps and the Sistine Chapel, learn about the Renaissance artwork of masters like Michelangelo with in-depth commentary from your guide.

Explore Florence's Duomo in greater depth on this guided tour. Choose from a range of tour options to suit your budget and interests. If chosen, learn about Brunelleschi’s dome as you climb to the top, stopping along the way to visit the North Terrace, closed to the general public. Depending on your tour, use your passes to explore the rest of the cathedral complex at your own pace.

The Warner Bros. Studio, where the Harry Potter™ movies were made, is located on the outskirts of London, making getting there a challenge. This full-day tour includes round-trip coach transportation from central London and allows you to effortlessly spend the day exploring spellbinding movie sets independently.

The Uffizi Galleries contain some of the world’s most famous Renaissance masterpieces, but the long line at the entrance can take hours out of your day. With this timed-entry ticket and skip-the-line access, enjoy more time marveling at works by Botticelli, Michelangelo, and other greats. Explore the galleries at your own pace and avoid the hassle of following the set itinerary of a group tour.

Perfect for fans of French impressionism, this half-day trip whisks travelers from Paris to Giverny by luxury coach. Upon arrival to the Normandy village, where Claude Monet and other artists lived and painted, enjoy priority access to Monet's exquisite 19th-century home. Then, with an art historian as your guide (if upgrade selected), tour the flowerbeds, Japanese bridge, and water lily pond that served as inspiration for his best-known paintings.

Delve into London’s rich musical history, without getting lost, on a bus tour of the capital’s rock ‘n’ roll sites. Tour the vibrant city in a comfortable vehicle, starting from South Kensington, and see the exteriors of renowned clubs, famous hotels, and record labels associated with music legends, including The Beatles, Jimmy Page, and Bill Wyman. Make a few stops for photo ops, including the Abbey Road street crossing made famous by The Beatles.

Maximize your time in the Vatican Museums on a guided group tour that takes you straight to the highlights of the enormous collection. Spend time admiring the artistic treasures of the Sistine Chapel, Belvedere Courtyard, Gallery of Maps, and more. Learn the history and legends behind the masterful frescoes, sculptures, maps, and relics from your guide, and then head to St. Peter's Basilica to explore on your own.

As one of Florence's top attractions, the Accademia Gallery draws huge crowds of people wanting to see Michelangelo's "David" sculpture. This skip-the-line tour helps you get inside the museum fast, so you can spend less time waiting and more time admiring world-class artwork. Plus, you can upgrade to include a walking tour after your museum visit for more context.

Ticking off the top sights in Louvre’s extensive collection can be tricky for time-limited travelers. Optimize your visit on a tour of the gallery’s must-see masterpieces, benefiting from reserved access to minimize time spent waiting to enter. Follow your guide past the crowds and straight to highlights such as the Mona Lisa, Nike of Samothrace, and Venus de Milo. You can also upgrade to a small-group tour for a more personal experience.

Make the most of your time with this shore excursion to Florence that combines culture and cuisine. Save hours with port pickup in Livorno and transportation directly to the Renaissance capital, where you’ll enjoy a tasting of Tuscan local products and gourmet treats. Afterwards, explore the city on your own, visiting highlights like the Uffizi Gallery, Accademia, Ponte Vecchio, and Piazza della Signoria before heading back to the Livorno port.

Enjoy a more peaceful way to experience the always-popular Louvre Museum in Paris—and see one of its most notable artworks, Leonardo da Vinci's "Mona Lisa," with fewer crowds—on this early-evening tour. Follow your guide into the museum as it's getting ready to close, and explore with a small, intimate group. In addition to the "Mona Lisa," take in a selection of the museum's other masterpieces, too.

Go behind the scenes and gain a better understanding of the time and work that goes into crystal making on this tour of the House of Waterford Crystal factory. Your guide explains the step-by-step process of crystal making, as you wander the rooms where different techniques are used along the way. Meet a few of the high-end crystal makers, and visit the retail store where you can explore one of the world’s largest displays of Waterford Crystals.

London’s top sights are spread out, making it tiring to try to hit them all with limited time. Instead, zip by attractions such as Westminster Abbey, the Houses of Parliament, and the London Eye during this double-decker sightseeing tour. Even better, coaches depart in the evening so you can beat London’s snarls of traffic while seeing its landmarks all lit up after dark.

Harry Potter™ fans won’t want to miss this magical experience at Warner Bros. Studio London. Bypass the crowds with a timed-entry small-group tour. See behind the scenes and discover how the movies were made—your guide ensures you don't miss a thing. Get up close to the original film sets, props, and costumes, learn facts you won't hear anywhere else, and snap photos of the wizarding world as you explore.

Imagine yourself on a wintry maritime adventure with a visit to the Fram Museum of polar exploration. Board the original Fram vessel and tour its lounges, cabins, engine room, and cargo hold. Take an underground tunnel to the Gjøa building to see the first ship to travel the Northwest Passage. The onsite cinema shows an informative film on polar exploration every 15 minutes.

Discover the highlights of Catalonia—without needing to plan a thing yourself—on this small-group (or private), full-day tour to Girona and Figueres from Barcelona. Uncover ancient Roman history and stroll through the winding medieval streets of one of Europe's best-preserved Jewish quarters in Girona, then visit the Dali Museum in Figueres, birthplace of the groundbreaking surrealist artist.

The Warner. Bros Studio, where the Harry Potter™ movies were made, can be a challenge to reach. Make getting there easy with this full-day self-guided excursion, which includes round-trip coach transportation from central London. Explore all the details that went into the making of the magical movies, including film sets, props, costumes, and special effects. Stand in the Great Hall, walk along Diagon Alley, see Dumbledore’s office and more.

Visiting the Louvre can be overwhelming for first-time visitors, but this small-group tour provides personal attention from your guide and entry for the most convenient way to explore the museum. See iconic works like the Venus de Milo and the Mona Lisa, discover little-known masterpieces, and learn how to distinguish different art styles and techniques. After your tour, spend as long as you want exploring the museum independently.

Streamline your visit to Paris's Eiffel Tower with this skip-the-line tour to the 2nd floor. Save time and head straight inside the architectural structure, and enjoy views across the city you can't get anywhere else. Plus, accompanying commentary from a guide provides further insight into the tower itself. Choose to upgrade your experience to go to the summit of the tower and add on a relaxing sightseeing cruise down the Seine.

Whether you love opera or you hardly know it, this tour of legendary La Scala Theater and adjoining museum is a unique and fun way to get an inside look at one of the most famous opera houses in the world. With an expert guide by your side, tour La Scala Museum to see intricate outfits, musical instruments and various stage props. Then stroll through the foyer of the theater, taking in the beautifully designed 18th-century auditorium.

Discover Naples through the eyes of its streets on a 2-hour walking tour of the legendary Spanish Quarters. Guided by a passionate local expert, you’ll explore colorful murals honoring icons like Maradona, as well as hidden gems tucked away in narrow alleys rich with history and character. Along the way, hear stories of urban transformation, local resistance, and Neapolitan pride, told exactly where they happened. This experience goes beyond street art — it’s about people, culture, and identity, offering a deeper understanding of Naples. Perfect for art lovers, culture seekers, and curious travelers, this tour reveals the heart of the city and leaves you with a true connection to its vibrant soul. Optional upgrade: After your guided tour of the Spanish Quarters, continue your journey with exclusive access to Naples Underground. Descend beneath the city to explore historic tunnels and ancient spaces that reveal the foundations and fascinating history of Naples.