Top Europe Art Tours - page 5

Explore one of Florence’s top museums without wasting time in line, all thanks to this private Accademia Gallery tour that also includes fast-track admission. Meet your guide and zip past the crowds to dedicate more time to admiring Michelangelo’s “David” and other masterpieces inside the galleries. As you go, learn insider stories about the lives and works of famed Renaissance artists that you wouldn't encounter if visiting alone.

See two masterpieces in Milan in just hours without the hassle of booking hard-to-find tickets with this art-focused tour. Begin by exploring the Sforza Castle with your guide to learn about its history and marvel at Michelangelo’s “Pietà Rondanini”. Then head to the Church of Santa Maria delle Grazie to admire the architecture by Renaissance great Bramante before finishing with a visit to Leonardo's “Last Supper” in the adjoining monastery.

Discover the urban culture of Lisbon as you embark on a street art walking tour through the city’s central neighborhoods. Join a small group and walk through Graça, Mouraria, and São Vicente to find vivid artworks and graffiti. Learn about Lisbon’s street art collectives and Portugal’s prominent street artists, and even contribute to the scene through a workshop.

Learn about the political history of Belfast with a city tour. See the famous murals on Falls Road and Shankill Road and hear stories about the period of history in Northern Ireland known as The Troubles. Explore several neighborhoods with a private guide. Pick-up in the Belfast city center is included.

See the world-famous treasures of the Louvre without having to spend hours inside with this express tour. Follow your guide to the museum’s most renowned masterpiece, Leonardo da Vinci's "Mona Lisa." Learn about the story behind one of the world's most iconic paintings and then continue to explore on your own with a self-guided app.

Explore Milan’s iconic landmarks with ease on this half-day guided tour. Skip the lines at the stunning Duomo Cathedral and secure guaranteed access to da Vinci’s Last Supper, which often sells out months in advance. Wander through the trendy Brera district and the elegant Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II. With an expert local guide leading the way, you’ll experience the best of Milan without missing a beat. Perfect for those with limited time who want to experience the city's vibrant culture.

Skip the long lines and discover masterpieces inside the Borghese Gallery on this small group tour in Rome. Don't waste time waiting as you explore renowned works like Bernini's 'Apollo and Daphne' and Caravaggio's 'St. Jerome.' Admire art by Raphael and Da Vinci on the main floor, featuring classical sculptures and breathtaking frescoes with insights from a guide.

With thousands of masterpieces spread across its vast halls, the Uffizi Gallery in Florence can feel overwhelming without a plan. This experience pairs timed entry with flexible ways to explore, helping you make the most of your visit from the start. Choose to tour the gallery with a small group, or upgrade to a private guided visit for deeper insight and a more personalized route. As you explore, view highlights by Botticelli, Raphael, Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, Gentileschi, and more.

Learn insider stories and cover plenty of ground on this comprehensive rock-focused tour of London. Skip public transport for an air-conditioned coach through Chelsea, Kensington, Holland Park, Notting Hill, and St John's Wood. See the homes of Freddie Mercury, Paul McCartney, and Eric Clapton, walk across the Beatles' Abbey Road crossing, and discover punk movement origins.

Leonardo Da Vinci’s “The Last Supper” is Milan’s crown jewel, but the long wait to admire this iconic fresco can cut into your sightseeing time. With this express tour, enjoy fast-track entrance to the refectory at Santa Maria delle Grazie where the masterpiece is housed. Take in the painting with a guide for insights into Leonardo’s groundbreaking composition and techniques, as well as fascinating facts about the artist’s life and work.

With a small group, step inside one of Italy’s most famous art museums on this guided tour of the Uffizi Gallery in Florence. Avoid the crowds with early access, then learn more about the museum’s highlights with the help of your guide. Prepare to be impressed as you spot works by Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, and Caravaggio, and view iconic paintings like Titian's ‘Venus of Urbino’ and Botticelli's ‘Primavera’. Best of all: your ticket is still valid after the tour ends, so you can continue exploring for as long as you want.

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.

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.

Explore one of the world's most important collections of Impressionist and post-Impressionist art on this guided tour of the Musée d'Orsay. Instead of trying to navigate the museum on your own, enjoy insight from a guide to make sure you see the top pieces and learn about the artists, such as Van Gogh, Monet, Manet, and Renoir. And with entry included, you're ensured a hassle-free visiting experience.

Immerse yourself in the world of traditional Portuguese Fado music with this combination of a tour, dinner, and a live music evening. First, learn about the history of the genre with a guided walk through Alfama and Mouraria districts. The tour continues to a traditional Fado house where you can watch talented performers as you feast on a typical Portuguese dinner including couvert, main course options, dessert, and a drink.

Avoid a long wait in the sun at the Accademia Gallery on this express tour, which kicks off with time-saving skip-the-line entry. Once inside, cover the museum's highlights with the guide to make the most of your visit and learn about Michelangelo's masterpieces—including his famous “David” statue. Linger to explore the museum for as long as you like after the guided tour has concluded, or move on to sightsee in Florence.

The Vatican is one of Rome’s most popular attractions, with the large crowds and long lines to match. Save valuable vacation time with this half-day guided tour, which offers skip-the-line entry to the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica, giving you more time to explore these iconic sites with ease. For a more relaxed experience, book the late afternoon tours (St. Peter’s Basilica excluded).

Benefit from exploring the Louvre with your guide, who provides insightful commentary about the impressive collection, with this group tour. View famous works such as the Mona Lisa, Winged Victory of Samothrace, and Venus de Milo, and admire other pieces, without the hassle of finding your way through the massive museum independently.

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.

Make your visit to the Warner Bros. Studio Tour seamless on a full-day tour that includes round-trip transportation from the coach station at King's Cross and St. Pancras. Skip the hassle of trying to find your own way there; instead, relax on the luxury coach during the journey to the studios in Watford. Your tickets to the experience are included in the tour cost, so you don't have to worry about any logistics.

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.

The zebra crossing outside Abbey Road Studios is a must for any Beatles fan in London—but other Beatles-related sites get overlooked. With this 2.5-hour walking tour, you’ll not only get a chance for a photo op along Abbey Road, but you’ll see Paul McCartney’s home in St. John's Wood, Marylebone Station, Ringo Starr’s former home, and many other chances to walk in the footsteps of the Fab Four.

Get to the famed glassblowing island of Murano while avoiding the crowds on a one-way private water taxi transfer. Have a chance to explore a 7th–century cathedral in Murano's historical center before visiting a glass factory. Here, you can learn about the skill required to blow glass by watching a demonstration, and you can also peruse showrooms and take advantage of discounts on glassware.

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.