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Challenge yourself to a solve a mystery and learn about the history of London on this Jack the Ripper-themed murder mystery tour. Your guide will lead you to real crime scenes in the Whitechapel area, regaling you with tales of the neighborhood's murderous past. At the end of your tour, you'll head to Ten Bells Pub, one of the Ripper's old haunts.

Discover the haunted history of Dublin’s most famous landmarks on a ghost tour of Ireland’s capital. Starting from Barnardo’s Square, weave your wicked way through Northside, one of the oldest enclaves in the city, and listen to spine-chilling tales of the 18th-century Hellfire Club and the Brazen Head, Dublin’s oldest pub. Small-group tour limited to 15 people.

John Ford’s 1952 movie “The Quiet Man” starring John Wayne, was filmed in the Irish village of Cong, and this tour reveals all the secrets from the popular film. Accompanied by your guide, take a walk around the small town of Cong and see the real-life locations used in the movie. Finally, visit The Quiet Man museum, where you can explore a replica of the cottage used in the movie.

Venture beyond Glasgow city limits—and explore some of the Highlands’ wildest and most beautiful scenery—on this full-day excursion. In the morning, set off from central Glasgow in a comfortable mini-coach. Spy Loch Lomond before stopping at the village of Glencoe, ringed by dramatic, mountainous scenery. Next, see the Silver Sands of Morar, explore the town of Mallaig, visit the Glenfinnan Viaduct (made famous by the Harry Potter movies), and more.

Discover the darker side of the City of Light on a small-group tour of the famed Paris Catacombs. Explore these fascinating underground passageways lined with the bones of thousands of former Parisians, and learn the history of the mesmerizing and macabre labyrinth. Get special access to restricted areas that the general public cannot usually enter. Enjoy the personalized attention of a small-group tour, and the chance to ask questions.

Explore Transylvania’s castles and historic sites on a private tour that’s tailored to your interests—a personalized alternative to group tours with fixed itineraries. After visiting Peles Castle and Bran Castle (aka Dracula’s Castle), choose the last stop yourself, whether that's the impressive Rasnov Fortress or the hiking paths through the mountains at Poiana Brasov. Admission tickets are your own expense so you can pick what’s important to you.

Dubrovnik famously served as a filming location for HBO’s "Game of Thrones," but matching landmarks to their fictional representation can be difficult on your own. Instead, explore the city on a tour that's perfect for fans, and gives you insights into the King’s Landing and Iron Throne filming locations. Attractions include Fort Lovrjenac, Lokrum Island, Trsteno Arboretum, and Srdj Mountain, for stunning views of Dubrovnik.

Don’t miss the chance to visit Jim Morrison’s grave, and hear all about the others buried near him, with this group tour of the haunted Pere Lachaise Cemetery. Explore the largest cemetery in Paris with your guide, who will tell you more about the area than a guidebook ever would. Learn about the ghosts, cults, and other spooky stuff happening in the capital’s famous cemetery.

Discover the best that Porto has to offer during this private tour with a local host. Visit the city’s key landmarks, such as Clerigos Tower, the Sao Bento train station, the Dom Luis I Bridge, the famous Lello Bookstore. Get insider tips from your private guide and see a side of Porto that's usually reserved for locals. Plus, take away personalized recommendations to make your vacation shine.

See more of London as you pedal around the sights of London in style on this small-group bike tour, which reveals some of the capital's top sights along a relaxed cycling route. Hop on board your classic English bike with an optional basket and follow your guide down quiet backstreets, past famous landmarks, and along the Thames River, then get off the beaten track as you discover the street art of Banksy and even have a go at your own graffiti tag.

Get a dose of Madrid’s ‘bleeding edge’ street art culture during this investigation of the city’s diverse urban art scene. Discover murals in graffiti hotspots like ‘La Neomudéjar,’ located behind Madrid’s Atocha train station, ‘La Tabacalera,’ a former tobacco warehouse that today hosts a variety street murals, and ‘Campo de Cebada,’ a hybrid public space and community art project.

Uncover Barcelona’s dark past on this night walking tour of the city in a small group. When twilight falls upon the city, stroll from the Arc de Triomf to El Born Cultural Center listening to tales of medieval torture, religious punishments, and public executions. Dive into the darker days when the Spanish Inquisition ruled the area and suffering was a part of daily life for many city dwellers.

Step into the world of London’s most iconic fictional detective—and discover sights and stories you'd otherwise miss—on this Sherlock Holmes walking tour. Accompanied by a guide, uncover numerous London sights featured in Holmes’ literary adventures and screen adaptations. Visit the historic Royal Academy building, stroll through Somerset House, and discover other notable landmarks while identifying locations brought to life in books, movies, and television series.

Visit key spots from The Godfather trilogy on this tour from Catania. Explore the medieval town of Savoca, home to the church where Michael Corleone married Apollonia. Try traditional foods in Forza d'Agrò and visit the impressive Castello degli Schiavi. Get a taste of movie history as you spend the day in these scenic villages.

As well as great restaurants, bars, and boutiques—Shoreditch is well-known for its diverse street art scene, and this tour is your shortcut to finding hidden murals, stencils, and artwork that you might not uncover alone. Join a guide on a specialty street art-themed tour that starts at Old Spitalfields Market and visits Brick Lane and Shoreditch. Along the way, hear stories about local artists and learn how to interpret different pieces.

Gain an intimate perspective of Bucharest’s haunted history and spooky sights on an evening tour of the city. Hear tales of vampires, ghosts, and mysteries as you explore hidden spots and major landmarks with your costumed guide, and be immersed in the city’s Gothic atmosphere as you stroll its most haunted streets after dark.

Discover a darker side of London on this immersive and interactive guided walking tour of the South Bank. Walk the city streets at night with your local guide and hear little-told stories of London’s grisly past. Then settle down in Southwark’s George Inn and watch a recreation of a true story of murder and revenge, told in the very room in which it happened.

See several filming locations from Game of Thrones on this full-day tour from Belfast. Learn about insider stories from guides who worked as extras on the popular HBO series. Visit Old Castle Ward, location of the Winterfell Castle from season 1. See an old-growth forest, medieval ruins, landmarks like Inch Abbey, and go for a scenic ferry ride on Strangford Lough.

Uncover Glasgow's darkest secrets on this eerie walking tour led by your guide. Whilst many sightseeing tours cover only what is found in the guidebooks, this macabre adventure digs deep into the city’s gruesome history with tales of grave robbers and witch trials. Explore haunted locations from Strathclyde University to the Necropolis cemetery before ending at a legendary pub with a spooky past.

Instead of doing your own research on Krakow’s ancient legends and haunted places, join a professional storyteller on an immersive walking tour that makes you imagine what life was like in medieval Krakow. Hear about the hidden history behind popular landmarks and discover stories you’d miss if exploring alone—including tales of ghosts, dragons, vampires, and alchemists.

Take a tour of the famous filming locations from Game of Thrones while visiting Split. This 2-hour tour uncovers the streets of the city that were turned into the fictional city of Mereen. Learn about the history of Split from your guide as you traverse the city and visit sights such as the Golden Gate, the Vestibule, and Diocletian's cellars, where Daenarys kept her dragons in season five.

When in Rome, lovers of the paranormal should look no further than this eerie experience, led by a captivating storyteller. Start at the Capuchin Crypt, home to more than 3,700 skeletons, many formed into macabre works of art. Then discover a tragic tale from World War II, a gory saga of a butcher shop, and the lost souls who haunt the Trevi Fountain and Piazza Navona.

Explore Edinburgh’s spookiest closes and strangest places and learn about the Old Town’s history while hearing tales of accused witches and warlocks. This walking tour takes you to some of Edinburgh's lesser-known haunted locations, letting you avoid crowds and discover a darker, mysterious side of the city.

Get a behind-the-scenes view of one of Britain’s most popular TV shows, "Midsomer Murders," on this guided tour from London. Head out to Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire to see some of the locations where the series was filmed. Expect a real taste of the English countryside as you drive past thatched-roof cottages, historic pubs, and rolling hills.