Top Europe Attractions & Museums - page 5

The Louvre’s collection spans worlds from ancient Egypt to Renaissance Italy and 19th-century France and you could spend days exploring and still not see it all. Hit the highlights without sacrificing swathes of your vacation on this tour with an art historian guide. As well as icons like the Mona Lisa and Venus de Milo, see gems that larger tours miss.

Visit the head of the former Prussian Empire on a half-day trip to Potsdam. Benefit from the perk of having an audio tour of the famous Sanssouci Palace included, as well as a walk through the gardens during the summer months. The route also visits the Russian colony of Alexandrowka, Cecilienhof Palace, and St. Nicholas Church with fascinating guide commentary along the way.

Follow in the footsteps of England’s kings, queens, statesmen, and poets as you explore the magnificent Westminster Abbey, one of London’s most iconic and important religious buildings. With pre-booked admission tickets and audio guides, visiting logistics are made simple. Avoid the rush of a group tour and set your own pace to stroll around the great church, see the coronation site of England’s many kings and queens, and listen as your audio guide shares more about the abbey’s rich history.

Get more out of your Zurich vacation—and enjoy a hassle-free way to explore—on this half-day city highlights tour. After a coach tour of Zurich's picturesque Old Town, see the sights from a different angle during a Lake Zurich cruise. Finally, stroll to Lindt Home of Chocolate, where a chocolate museum and samples await. As a bonus, you can upgrade to include admission tickets to the FIFA Museum.

Visit the Palace of Versailles with timed admission. Follow a knowledgeable guide on a 90-minute tour through the palace to see the King’s and Queen’s State Apartments and Hall of Mirrors. Then head outside independently to explore the expansive gardens at your leisure (note: an additional fee for the garden is required on days when the fountain show or musical show take place).

Discover the opulence of Versailles with a personalized guided tour. Choose from a range of packages depending on how much time you have to explore. Explore the King’s State Apartment, Hall of Mirrors, and magnificent gardens, with the flexibility of transportation options, including hotel pick-up. Durations vary, allowing you to immerse yourself in history at your own pace, including an optional independent visit to the Grand and Petit Trianon palaces.

Skip the long general admission lines at Florence’s Accademia Gallery by prebooking this Accademia Gallery Admission Ticket with timed entry. This admission ticket is easy to pick up from near the entrance, where a host greets you and assists you as needed. Get special timed entry into the museum and explore the works of Michelangelo, Botticelli, and other impressive artists at your own pace.

Enjoy a night of medieval enchantment at Bunratty Castle in Ireland, with a 4-course feast fit for a king included. Be welcomed by a kilted piper as you cross over the drawbridge and into the castle. Witness a crowning before making your way to the banquet room with long oak tables, bench seating, and candlelight. Listen to harp and fiddle music while you eat and drink wine, and then end the night with more medieval-themed surprises and music.

Ensure entry to the Autoworld Museum with a pre-booked entrance ticket, and discover the evolution of automobiles as you admire the more than 250 displayed vehicles. Get an intimate look at limousines formerly belonging to the Belgian crown, as well as a 1928 Bentley, 1930 Cord, and 1930 Bugatti. Enjoy a family-friendly day exploring the exhibition and the rest of the Cinquantenaire Park.

Get admission to Prague's Old Town Hall Tower, with its famous Astronomical Clock, without waiting in line with this prebooked ticket. Skip the ticket lines and collect your admission ticket from a representative near the clock tower in Old Town Square. After a short English-language introduction, explore the clock tower, which dates from the 15th century, at your own pace, or upgrade to add an audio guide.

The Palace of Versailles is one of France’s must-see sights. Head inside the Royal State Apartments and gain access to the gardens too, with a guide to provide commentary along the way.

There are few palaces as world-famous as Versailles, but with some 10 million annual visitors, you could spend longer queuing outside than exploring inside. This half-day tour from Paris ensures a hassle-free experience with round-trip train transfers from the city and a guided tour of the staterooms, palace gardens, and Marie Antoinette’s hamlet (if option selected).

Step into the enchanting world of Far Far Away with a visit to Shrek's Adventure! London. Select your preferred entry time and arrive at your leisure, bypassing the lines with your pre-purchased tickets. Once inside, settle in for lively, interactive performances, enjoy an exhilarating 4D bus ride through London, and meet beloved characters like Shrek, Fiona, and Donkey. It's a whimsical adventure that will create memories for the whole family.

Learn about Vienna's history in a uniquely interactive way in 'Time Travel: The Vienna History Show'. Enjoy a mixture of video, audio, VR, animatronics and immersive environments in this experience. Explore Roman Camps to plague pits, and 'meet' the Habsburgs, Mozart, and more. Choose to tour the experience with a German-speaking guide or an audio guide in one of ten languages.

Save time waiting in line at the ticket office by prebooking your pass to Sant Pau Recinte Modernista in Barcelona. This ticket gives you admission to one of the oldest medical institutions in Europe. Take a self-guided tour through this Art Nouveau complex, one of the most important works of architect Lluís Domènech i Montaner. Tickets are valid anytime during opening hours, so you can visit whenever suits you best.

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.

The magnificent Duomo of Siena is one of the highlights of Siena’s UNESCO-listed historic center, but its popularity means that you could spend a long time queuing outside. This skip-the-line ticket ensures priority entrance and offers access to the Cathedral, the Piccolomini Library, the Baptistery of San Giovanni, the museum, and the Crypt.

Classical music lover? Call in at Vienna’s House of Music and explore the city’s famous sound and music museum at your leisure. You’ll wander amid interactive displays and exhibitions to learn about acclaimed composers, musical instruments and more. It’s a fun trip for all the family.

Don’t waste time standing in line at Neuschwanstein Castle, one of Germany’s most popular attractions. After picking up your admission ticket, you’ll ensure that you spend your time inside the Bavarian castle, known for its fairytale-like architecture and picturesque hilltop setting near Füssen.

Visit the IAM Illusion Art Museum, Prague's first interactive museum of illusions and trick art, with this fast-pass ticket that lets you skip the line. Located in the city centre between Old Town Square and Wenceslas Square, discover works by Czech and international creators, enhance your experience with augmented reality, and hear stories through a free multilingual audio guide.

Fans of the Heineken® brand won’t want to miss the Heineken Experience, housed in the company's original brewery located in central Amsterdam. During this self-guided audio tour, learn about the company’s history and its brewing process at your own pace. Then unwind over two glasses of Heineken beer in the tasting room to cap off your experience.

Lido Water Park is the perfect day out for all the family. Avoid the hassle of waiting for public transport, and get to the water park quickly and efficiently with hotel pickup and a private transfer. Once inside the venue, choose from pools and slides for adrenaline-fueled adventures, or opt for the more laidback “Lazy River” and jacuzzi areas. The park also has several cafes, umbrellas, seating areas, and children’s facilities.

Treat the kids—or your inner child—to a break from the ruins at Athens' Museum of Illusions. Don't worry about waiting in long lines, or having to follow a large group around: Instead, choose a start time that works best for your schedule, and have the freedom to explore the exhibitions at your own pace. Shrink into a chair; become a disembodied head; and enjoy holograms, puzzles, and classic optical illusions.

Explore Istanbul at your own pace with the Istanbul Tourist Pass, a convenient digital card offering skip-the-line access and free entry to more than 100 top attractions. Choose a Discover Pass for one to five days, which allows you to explore three top landmarks, or opt for the Prime Pass for one to seven days, which allows you to explore seven landmarks. Save up to 50 percent compared to buying tickets separately. From museums to Bosphorus cruises, the pass delivers a flexible and affordable way to experience the city.