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Skip the crowds and uncover Venice’s hidden corners on this unique walking tour. Wander through the ancient heart of the city—from Campo Santa Maria Formosa’s baroque church to the Rialto Bridge area—while your guide reveals secrets of Casanova, Marco Polo, and treasures from Constantinople. Sip a spritz like a true Venetian, and step inside The Yard of Venice Gallery to see a real gondola up close, admire a handcrafted oar, and experience a virtual reality ride along the Grand Canal. Upgrade to end your tour with an optional shared gondola ride, and experience the city from a vantage point on the water.

Marvel at Renaissance masterpieces and historic treasures at one of Florence’s most popular museums on this guided tour of the Accademia Gallery. Gain more insight than you could on your own by visiting the collection's highlights with a guide. Stand in awe before Michelangelo’s "David," admire works by artists like Giambologna and Botticelli, and see rare musical instruments.

Multiple Game of Thrones scenes were shot across Dubrovnik—and this walking tour invites you to discover the city’s top filming locations. Pick from multiple convenient departure times, and meet your guide just around the corner from Pile Gate. Over the course of several hours, you’ll follow in Cersei Lannister’s footsteps during her Walk of Shame, will take photos on the Iron Throne, will learn behind-the-scenes stories from the sets, and more.

The long lines at the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel can take hours out of your sightseeing day. Optimize your time with this exclusive fast-track ticket that includes an audio guide to the vast museum complex. Enjoy stress-free escorted entry and explore the galleries and Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel at your own pace while the audio guide brings the collection's history and details to life.

Skip the long general-admission lines at Florence’s Accademia Gallery with this timed-entry admission ticket. A dedicated multilingual assistant helps you redeem your ticket smoothly at the meeting point, allowing quick access. Explore Michelangelo’s original "David," unfinished sculptures, plaster casts, and historical musical instruments at your own pace.

Go in search of Berlin’s best street art with a tour that puts the spotlight on the city’s off-the-grid enclaves. With an urban art-loving local guide, you’ll find vibrant murals, illegal graffiti, and quirky artistic sights that many visitors miss. Hear some of the meanings and theories behind the art as you explore, and learn about Berlin’s burgeoning street art scene.

Limited time in London doesn’t have to mean a limited view of the capital. Soak up the key sights in just one action-packed day on this guided walking tour. Explore highlights such as Westminster Abbey and Buckingham Palace (view the Changing of the Guard on days it's scheduled). Then, cruise the River Thames on a comfortable boat to the Tower of London, and delve into British history as you view the Crown Jewels.

A full-day tour is a convenient way to explore a variety of the highlights and attractions that surround Lisbon in just one go. Join a small group and head out to explore, including time to visit Quinta da Regaleira independently and join a guided tour of the Park and a visit of the National Palace of Pena. In Sintra, take a break for lunch (own expense), and explore at your leisure. Make sure to have your camera on-hand for a photo stop in Cabo da Roca and finish the day with some free time in Cascais.

See one of the most renowned artworks of the Italian Renaissance—and take the hassle out of sightseeing—with a tour of Florence's Accademia Gallery. Get up close to Michelangelo's “David” and view other masterpieces by artists such as Botticelli, Ghirlandaio, and Giambologna. Leave with a deeper understanding of Italian Renaissance art—something you'd skim over on your own.

Discover the stories behind Amsterdam's infamous Red Light District during a visit to the Museum of Prostitution. Prebook your tickets for seamless logistics, and explore at your own pace thanks to the provided audio guide. Once inside, learn more about the history of the area, sit at a window where sex workers once advertised their services, and learn the secrets of the world’s oldest profession through the real-life anecdotes of those involved.

Beatles fans visiting Liverpool—this is the tour for you. Instead of exploring the city on foot, set off on a coach tour—the ideal way to cover lots of ground and tick off more Beatles-related sights in less time. During the tour, enjoy regular photo stops—including Penny Lane, Strawberry Field, the childhood home of Paul McCartney, and The Cavern Club—where the Beatles performed 292 times.

Easily fit in a visit to the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum with this tour that includes round-trip hotel transport from Krakow. After your ride to the memorial, take a tour led by a museum guide who knows the stories and history of the former WWII camp well. You are also provided with headphones, so you don’t miss a word along the way.

Swap the rigid itineraries of typical tours with a hop-on hop-off bus through the heart of Munich. Use your ticket to disembark at designated stops along the way, or stay on board to see landmarks like Olympic Park and Nymphenburg Palace from the comfort of your seat. With three tours to choose from, this bus pass allows you to maximize your time in Munich.

Immerse yourself in French Impressionism on a full-day art history tour through Giverny and Auvers-sur-Oise. Your guide shares anecdotes often unheard by visitors about the lives of renowned French painters Claude Monet and Vincent van Gogh. Stops on the itinerary include Monet’s home and flower garden, the village church, and his grave, as well as Van Gogh’s boarding house and tomb. With a group capped at 8 people, this tour offers an intimate and personalized experience.

Venture off the tourist trail and discover a different side to Athens on this 3-hour street art walking tour led by a local artist. Explore the city’s colorful local neighborhoods; admire unique graffiti art and murals; and see for yourself why Athens’ bold street art has made a name for itself worldwide. This small-group tour is limited to 12 people, ensuring an authentic local experience.

Book a ticket in advance for admission to the Bols Cocktail Experience, situated on the Museumplein, or museum quarter, in Amsterdam. This innovative attraction provides interactive exhibits about Holland’s oldest spirit brands: Bols and Genever, the Dutch equivalent of gin. Take a self-guided tour through the Hall of Taste, the World of Cocktails and the cocktail room before you sidle up to the Mirror Bar to watch mixologists shake up that perfect drink.

Exploring Rome’s ancient sites independently can be confusing and time-consuming, especially when trying to make sense of what you’re seeing among vast ruins. With this self-guided visit to the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill, you set your own pace while discovering the stories behind each landmark. A mobile audio guide helps highlight key historical moments inside the Colosseum, and local assistance is available to help you navigate entry logistics and get oriented throughout your visit.

Discover the Mezquita Cathedral de Córdoba, also known as the Mosque–Cathedral of Córdoba, on this tour. With a historian guide, you'll gain insight into the 9th-century structure's significance and design details. Learn stories and spot details that you'd never uncover on your own.

Discover the charms of one of Paris' most popular neighborhoods, without getting lost, on a guided walking tour of Montmartre, a district known for its artists and historically bohemian vibe. See where artists like Van Gogh, Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec, and Pissarro lived and worked, sights such as the Basilica du Sacre-Coeur, and get insights from your guide about the art, music, food, and history of Montmartre.

Rather than grapple with public transportation, join this guided tour of Auschwitz-Birkenau, which includes hotel pickup and drop-off as well as round-trip transfers from Krakow. Explore while learning about the history of the concentration camp, and pause to pay your respects to victims of the Holocaust.

Delve into two of Venice’s most remarkable sights without the fast pace and set itinerary of a group tour with this private visit to the Doge's Palace and Saint Mark's Basilica. Bypass the long line with priority admission and head directly inside with your guide. Marvel at the glittering mosaics, then take in the sumptuous halls, historic prisons, and Bridge of Sighs in the palace.

The Wieliczka Salt Mine is one of the world's oldest salt mines and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, as well as one of Poland’s most popular attractions. This half-day tour from Krakow includes a guided tour of underground mines, tunnels, lakes, and chapels, plus hotel pick-up and round-trip transport (if option selected). Enjoy skip-the-line entry to the mines for a smoother visit.

Park Güell draws large crowds year-round, and without advance booking, tickets regularly sell out—leaving visitors who arrive independently without access to the Monumental Zone. This guided tour includes skip-the-line access and covers the park's Modernista architecture and layout with a guide, removing the need to queue for tickets or risk a sold-out visit on the day. The tour starts and ends at Ctra. del Carmel, 22 in Horta-Guinardó, Barcelona.

See beyond the main walkways of the Colosseum and Roman Forum on this small-group tour, designed for travelers who want deeper insight into ancient Rome. Explore the amphitheater's arena floor—usually off-limits—and enter through the Gladiator's gate with a guide who explains how these spaces were used for entertainment, engineering, and public life. With time for questions and a relaxed pace, gain a clearer understanding of the city’s past before continuing through the historic Roman Forum.