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Discover the proud musical history that Milan has to offer and the artistic creativity that was born in this city, on a guided tour through one of the most famous Opera Houses in the world. La Scala Theater, which was inaugrated in 1778, not only acts as a beacon of light for all Classical music lovers, but it also hosts a wide collection of set designs, costumes and musical instruments. Explore this breathtaking arcithetural wonder, while listining to the beautifully narrated stories and anecdotes from an expert english speaking guide. You will get the chance to immerse yourself in the magical atmosphere of this marvellous theater and fall in love with the neoclassical interior and gaze at the breathtaking crystal chandelier. And maybe with a touch of good luck, get a chance to glimps at the rehearsing artists.

Make the most of your day in Tuscany with this all-in-one adventure from Florence. Skip the hassle of planning and enjoy a curated route through Pisa, San Gimignano, Siena, and the Chianti Hills. Get up close to the Leaning Tower, sip wine and tuck into lunch at a rural vineyard and wander quaint medieval towns your own pace. Upgrade to add a guide or tower climb if you want to go all in.

The Borghese Gallery is home to many of Italy’s most acclaimed sculptures and paintings, by artists such as Caravaggio and Bernini. But travelers visiting without a guide miss out on crucial background on the Borghese noble family and life within Renaissance-era Rome. Enrich your visit during this in-depth, small-group gallery tour. Even better, skip-the-line admission tickets are provided, so you won’t waste a second of your precious vacation time.

Soak up the seductive atmosphere of Venice at dusk on this sunset Jazz cruise. Sail out of San Marco bay while the setting sun illuminates the city, past the Basilica di Santa Maria della Salute and down the Canale della Giudecca while sipping a glass of spritz or prosecco and listening to the gentle jazz sounds of a tenor saxophone .

Visit the Musei Capitolini (Capitoline Museums) to learn about the ancient Roman Empire and skip the long lines with this pre-booked ticket. Considered the world's first museum, it features art and artifacts that depict Rome's history, including a sculpture of Romulus and Remus, the founders of Rome.

The Vatican Museums are one of the top sites in Italy, drawing millions of visitors per year—but for anyone with limited time to spare, making sense of the vast collections—and knowing where to find the highlights—can quickly become overwhelming. Ideal for on-the-go travelers, this skip-the-line guided tour saves you a long wait at the entrance. Upgrade to include a visit to St. Peter’s Basilica.

Get a peek at the largest collection of Leonardo da Vinci's personal notes and sketches from the Codex Atlanticus in Milan's Pinacoteca Ambrosiana without haveing to wait in line with this pre-booked admission ticket. Spend as much time as you'd like exploring the Codex exhibit, the library where the entire 1,000-page Codex is stored, and the museum's permanent collection of paintings by masters such as Caravaggio and Raphael.

Visit the Pozzo della Cava in Orvieto with a pre-booked admission ticket that illuminates the history of Orvieto. Learn about the ancient Etruscans, the Middle Ages, and the Renaissance as the Pozzo reveals layers of history in the underground complex.

Save time and explore the grand mausoleum of Emperor Hadrian with prebooked skip-the-line entrance tickets to Castel Sant'Angelo in Rome. Learn how the magnificent monument was built around AD 123 and used over the years as a fortress, prison, and papal residence. Enjoy access to the National Museum of Castel Sant'Angelo, home to a fascinating collection of fine art, antique furniture, military memorabilia, and medieval weapons.

Get fast track access to the Medici Chapels in Florence with this skip-the-line entrance ticket. Breeze past the long lines and enjoy direct entry to this chapel, commissioned by the Medici family and constructed in the 16th century. Marvel at the allegorical sculptures by Michelangelo that decorate the two Medici tombs and the opulent decoration of the chapel's interior. This self-guided tour is flexible; you can explore at your own pace.

Make the most of your Vatican visit by avoiding long waits and exploring with a smaller group that allows for a more personal experience. With skip-the-line access and a maximum of eight travelers, this guided tour covers the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter’s Basilica while helping you better understand Renaissance masterpieces and the stories behind them.

Florence’s Accademia Gallery is not only home to Michelangelo’s “David," but also many other Renaissance masterpieces. Peruse the museum's highlights at your own pace, without being rushed along in a group, with prebooked entry and a self-guided visit. Linger at the pieces that interest you most, and skip the ones that don't—your visit is entirely your own.

Take a full-day break from Rome to the must-see Tuscan cities of Florence and Pisa. Travel through the rolling hills of Chianti wine country to arrive at the enchanting, red-roofed Renaissance city of Florence. See the iconic Duomo plus artistic treasures including Michelangelo’s "David" at the Accademia Gallery. In Pisa, admire the famous Leaning Tower and other marble landmarks of the Piazza dei Miracoli on a guided tour.

Visiting Venice’s most famous landmarks can mean long waits at the ticket kiosk, but this small-group tour ensures skip-the-line entry to both St. Mark’s Basilica and the Doge’s Palace, including the Basilica entry ticket. Admire golden mosaics and sweeping views from the Basilica terrace, then step inside the Doge’s Palace to explore lavish chambers, the Golden Staircase, and the Grand Council Chamber.

Skip the overwhelming queues at the Vatican Museums and avoid wasting valuable sightseeing time waiting to enter one of the world’s most visited art collections. This fast-track tour lets you head straight inside with a guide who brings the masterpieces to life, from gallery highlights to the Sistine Chapel ceiling, before continuing into St. Peter’s Basilica for a seamless cultural experience.

Join a captivating guided tour of the Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel, and St. Peter's Basilica that includes skip-the-line access to avoid hours of waiting in line. Marvel at the mesmerizing frescoes of the Sistine Chapel and the grandeur of one of the world's largest churches, St. Peter's Basilica. Your guide will bring art to life at iconic sites like the Pinecone Courtyard, Hall of Maps, Gallery of Tapestries, and Gallery of Candelabra.

The Pantheon draws large crowds year-round, and without a prebooked ticket, queues at the entrance can be significant during peak season. This guided tour includes prebooked entry and a guide who covers the Pantheon's construction and history throughout, from its origins as a Roman temple to its current use as a church. The tour starts at Basilica di Santa Maria Sopra Minerva and finishes at Raphael's tomb inside the building.

The Basilica di Santa Croce, with its austere interior and neo-Gothic façade, is one of the largest Franciscan churches in the world, and is part of a complex of religious buildings that include cloisters, crypts, and the Museo dell’Opera. With this pre-booked ticket, save yourself the trouble of waiting in line for admission to the complex, leaving you more time to see the religious art and burial places of some Florence’s most important artists, writers, and scientists.

See all the highlights of the beautiful coastal city of Genoa with a hop-on, hop-off bus tour. Enjoy great views of the city from the open-air top of a double-decker bus as you listen to commentary about the city and what you’re seeing. Get on at any of the 12+ stops along two routes, and hop off any time you want to explore one of the nearby attractions.

Check off some of Rome’s most panoramic views, without worrying about breaking a sweat, on a guided tour by e-bike. With your guide, pedal up several of the hills of Rome, including the Aventine, Capitoline, and Janiculum hills. See the Circus Maximus, ride through Trastevere, and enjoy the beautiful vista from the Janiculum before heading to St. Peter's Square and several other extraordinary sights.

In a city as rich with history and culinary delights as Palermo, it can be tricky to know where to start exploring. With this cycling tour, your local guide shows you the city through their eyes on the back of a bike, which lets you see more than you ever would on foot. And with street food included, you get to eat like a local, too.

Discover Florence at your own pace with this hop-on, hop-off bus tour. Choose from 1-, 2-, or 3-day passes to suit your vacation schedule and budget. Then enjoy the flexibility to decide which stops to get off at. Explore landmarks including Teatro Verdi, Piazzale Michelangelo, Santa Croce, and more as you go. With frequent departures and panoramic views, this tour offers the perfect overview of what Florence has to offer.

The Vatican Museums hold so many galleries that it’s hard to know where to focus on a short visit. Prebooked entry gets you inside, where your guide leads you to highlights such as the Sistine Chapel before continuing to St. Peter’s Basilica. If the basilica is closed, the tour visits the Raphael Rooms instead.

Gain insights you'd otherwise miss by exploring Florence's historic center and the Accademia Gallery with a private guide. Without the rush of a shared group, you're free to wander at a pace that works for you, pausing at landmarks such as the Ponte Vecchio and the Duomo. In the gallery, see Michelangelo's "David" sculpture, plus many other Renaissance masterpieces.