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Visit Transylvania's top attractions on a private day tour from Bucharest. Comfortable Wi-Fi-equipped transportation takes you from your accommodation into the Carpathian Mountains to Neo-Renaissance Peles Castle. Next, visit charming Bran Castle, commonly called Dracula’s Castle. Then, discover the historical center of Brasov with your guide. Entrance fees are not included, and you have ample free time to explore each location on your own.

Relive your favorite scenes from the classic movie The Sound of Music during a bus tour around the Austrian city of Salzburg. Travel with ease between key filming locations including Hellbrunn Castle and Leopoldskron Castle, then venture into the countryside to St Gilgen, Lake Wolfgang, and Mondsee without having to navigate unfamiliar roads yourself. Then, enjoy your 3-course feast of soup, Schnitzel and noodles, and Applestrudel in the traditional folkloric atmosphere of a country inn from the 15th century.

Depart Belfast for a full-day tour of Northern Ireland's spectacular Antrim Coast and the Giant's Causeway. Stop at the cliff-top ruins of Dunluce Castle and learn the history of this former medieval stronghold. Visit the distinct geologic formations that form the Giant's Causeway, Northern Ireland's only UNESCO-listed site.

This family-friendly tour reveals London locations used to film scenes from the world-renowned Harry Potter™ movies, including King's Cross Station, Goodwin's Court, Borough Market, and Westminster. Exploring the city with a guide means that you’ll be party to insider info and movie trivia that you won’t find in the guidebooks, and you don't have to worry about getting lost among the central London crowds.

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.

Harry Potter fans in London may rush to the Warner Bros. studio, but plenty of magical movie locations can be found within the British capital. Join a group of fellow muggles for a walking tour through central London and see the real-life spots that inspired sets such as Diagon Alley, the Leaky Cauldron, and the Ministry of Magic.

See a different side to Edinburgh and combine the best of the underground and haunted graveyard tours on this double dead walking tour, during which you visit two of the city’s spookiest attractions: South Bridge Vaults and the Covenanter’s Prison. The latter is only accessible on City of the Dead tours and our guide provides plenty of exclusive insight you wouldn’t get on your own.

Edinburgh's underground network of vaults, which dates from the 1700s, is one of the most fascinating parts of the city to explore. To truly understand these former slum dwellings, and their dark histories, you need to explore them in the company of a guide who can provide all of the necessary context, background information and spooky stories.

Secure a stress-free way of seeing the Paris Catacombs with this convenient package. Led by a guide, descend more than 60 feet (18 meters) to explore the underground tunnels and learn their fascinating history as a solution to the overcrowded cemeteries of Paris. The tour also grants you rare access to typically forbidden parts of the Catacombs.

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.

Amsterdam’s Red Light District has long been a place of intrigue for visitors to the canal city, but there’s much more than first meets the eye. Led by a local insider, this adult-only walking tour takes you off the tourist trail and offers a safe and entertaining way to explore the streets surrounding De Wallen, while answering any questions you may have.

Spirits, monsters, and ghosts run amok in Munich—or so you’ll discover on this spooky tour. Following your local guide, you’ll hear scary stories and wild tales of the city’s dark side, from shameful secrets to evil pasts to inexplicable terrors, executions, and even miracles. Make a few stops to gain some "liquid courage" as you discover the spooky side of town.

Experience the Paris of eras past on this walking tour of the Père Lachaise Cemetery. Your guide will lead you through the maze of headstones and tombs to visit the graves of famous residents such as Jim Morrison, Honoré de Balzac, and Oscar Wilde. Discover details about the cemetery you might miss on your own.

Go off the tourist trail and immerse yourself in London's street art scene on this walking tour of East London with a local artist as a guide. Explore Spitalfields Markets, Brick Lane, and Shoreditch, and discover ever-changing murals and artwork you may not find on your own. Plus, learn more about their meanings and the artists behind them.

Discover the stories behind Game of Thrones with a studio tour and round-trip coach transfer from Dublin city center. Board an air-conditioned coach in Dublin and admire views during the journey to Linen Mill Studios in Banbridge, Northern Ireland. Go behind the scenes at this Game of Thrones filming location and learn about how the popular TV series was made. Return transportation back to Dublin is included.

*Outlander* locations are widely spread around Scotland but this guided tour allows you to visit many without the hassle of driving or puzzling over train and bus timetables. See castles and ancient villages made famous by the Outlander series and discover why the real locations are as exciting as the show itself. Note that some castles may be closed on certain dates and alternative attractions will be visited instead.

Step into the enchanting world of Harry Potter on this day trip to Oxford and the Warner Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter. Explore Oxford’s historic landmarks, including the Bodleian Library and Christ Church College, along with other iconic university sites. Then, immerse yourself in the magic as you stroll through original sets, view costumes worn by beloved characters like Dumbledore and Hagrid, and discover the cinematic wizardry behind J.K. Rowling’s stories.

This 'Harry Potter' walking tour gets fans closer to spots in Edinburgh that inspired J.K Rowling’s famous books. Walk past key sites that inspired places such as Diagon Alley, and even see the cafes and hotels where the writer wrote her book series. Your guide knows the quickest ways to get around the city on foot to fit more into your time, as well as fun facts about Harry Potter.

Ideal for kids, this walking tour of some of the most important places in Edinburg to do with the writing of Harry Potter takes in the history of Edinburgh and the lore behind one of the most famous wizarding worlds ever created. Learn where inspiration was taken to build the Harry Potter franchise, and see where the original books were written—in local cafes dotted around the city. As well as Harry Potter sites, visit Edinburgh Castle, Greyfriars graveyard, and local churches and monuments.

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.

Fans of "The Sound of Music" should not miss this special guided tour. Follow the von Trapp story to several filming locations of the classic film, including the gazebo and wedding church. Learn about the real von Trapp family and Austrian culture as you travel, plus enjoy incredible views of Lake Wolfgang and Salzburg.

Go beyond typical sightseeing and uncover Venice’s darker side without missing the stories hidden in plain sight. This guided experience brings the city’s eerie past to life, leading you through atmospheric streets while sharing chilling legends and lesser-known histories. Explore iconic locations from a new perspective and enjoy a more immersive, story-driven way to experience Venice.

“Game of Thrones” fans—get ready to deepen your knowledge of the iconic TV series with this Game of Thrones Studio Tour experience. Don’t worry about figuring out how to get there, as the trip includes round-trip transfers from central Belfast. During your tour, have the chance to see the Great Hall at Winterfell, and discover the actual places where “Game of Thrones” was filmed.

Experience Bruges’s gothic architecture in the quiet evening twilight on this nighttime walking tour of the city. See some of Bruges’s most frequented tourist spots—including Burg Square, Market Square, and the Belfort (Belfry)—while hearing about the medieval city’s mysterious and intriguing history. While you’ll certainly hear some darker tales along the way, don’t worry about any ghoulish apparitions: this isn’t a ghost tour.