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Learn new photography skills while touring London at night on this evening photography tour. Learn to take better evening photos using professional techniques and enjoy the personalized attention of an experienced photographer guide. This is a private tour, so you won’t have to wait for attention. Explore iconic London landmarks and examine unique architecture while learning to capture the perfect shots.

Get set up with everything you need to enjoy a morning or afternoon at London’s unmissable Natural History Museum: Included in this experience is an external tour with a live guide of the ever popular exterior and gardens of the Museum. Reserved entry tickets, and an internal audio guide with digital map of the museum. There’s so much to see in this unmissable institution, including Fern, their full-sized, bronze Diplodocus dinosaur whilst our guide takes you back in time through evolution. Then enter the museum and set your sites on dinosaur bones and the blue whale skeleton.

A dark look at the history of crime and punishment, this tour of Shepton Mallet Prison reveals the secrets of a historic English prison. Walk the corridors and see the cells of a prison that has been standing for 400 years, and learn about the prisoners who have lived here. See where executions once took place, and where old architecture has been modernized to suit the 21st century. Notice the difference between punishment in the 1600s and the present day.

The Museum of Brands, Packaging and Advertising showcases retro items and iconic brands from the Victorian era to today. This admission ticket grants full access to the museum without a time limit, letting you explore the nostalgic exhibits at your own pace.

Immerse yourself in the story of the Beatles and other ground-breaking figures at the British Music Experience in Liverpool’s National Museum of Popular Music. Save time with skip-the-line access and explore 70 years of British musical history through video interviews, memorabilia, and interactive areas where you can try your hand at playing some iconic tunes.

Discover one of England’s most distinctive museums—and enjoy the freedom to explore at your own pace—when you book advance tickets to the National Museum of Computing. Located at Bletchley Park, where Alan Turing and others participated in boundary-breaking computing and code-breaking work during World War II, the museum includes the world’s largest collection of working historic computers. Browse the wide-ranging exhibits, and learn more from on-site volunteers.

Step into the world of 16th-century William Shakespeare with this entry to his former schoolroom and the Guildhall. The interactive experience lets you sit in the very room where Shakespeare studied as a boy, taking part in a Tudor-style lesson. Dress up in period costume for a selfie, and check out the council chamber where a young and aspiring Shakespeare watched actors perform. Fun for all the family, the experience includes a guide to give you the lowdown on the playwright and his history in Stratford-upon-Avon.

Built in 1793, Shrewbsury Prison stands today as a key example of Georgian and Victorian architecture and heritage. Pick a start time that works best for you, make your own way to the landmark, and then spend as long as you’d like discovering its highlights. While exploring, you can take in its interactive elements, learn about its history, and discover its spooky lore on a self-guided tour.

World War II buffs won't want to miss the chance to pay tribute to almost 58,000 individuals from over 60 countries who lost their lives serving with Bomber Command during the War. A visit to Lincoln's International Bomber Command Centre is the perfect way to commemorate them. Your ticket includes access to interactive galleries, landscaped peace gardens, and the 100-foot (30-meter) memorial, while tours run regularly across the day.

Minimize time spent waiting to enter with this skip-the-line admission ticket to the Strawberry Field Visitor Experience in Liverpool. Explore the gardens that inspired a young John Lennon and learn more about the site’s unique history, as well as its links to the Fab Four, in the curated exhibition, following a multimedia guide for an immersive experience of this must-see Beatles attraction.

Discover the history, stories, and architecture of the country’s oldest prison—and explore at your own pace—when you pre-book tickets to Shepton Mallet Prison. Constructed in 1625, the landmark has witnessed many centuries of British history. Choose a start time that works best for you, make your own way to the landmark, and step back in time when you visit its cells, gruesome execution areas, and more.

Get access to a secret WW2 bunker under Liverpool city center: the Western Approaches HQ. This fascinating museum is a great way to learn stories about the British Armed Forces during World War II. See preserved artifacts, and find out more about the tools used to monitor enemy convoys. No need to worry about rushing—a self-guided tour means you can explore the museum at your own pace.

The National Gallery holds over 2,300 works spanning seven centuries of Western European painting—without a guide, it's easy to spend the visit moving between rooms without a clear sense of which pieces are worth pausing at and why. This private tour moves through the collection at your group's pace, with a guide providing context on the works and answering questions throughout.

The British Museum boasts one of the world’s great historical collections, but it can be difficult for kids to truly appreciate. Instead, make your visit fun for the whole family on this kid-centric tour, where themed activities and games keep everyone entertained. Discover the wonders of ancient Egypt, view some of the greatest artworks of ancient Greece, and admire a medieval treasure hoard. Exclusive to your family, this private tour brings the museum to life for adults, too.

London’s National Gallery is one of the capital’s finest museums—and on this immersive, private tour, you’ll enjoy a personalized way to explore its galleries and see its collection highlights. Pick between morning and afternoon start times, and meet your guide right out front. Then, follow them to masterpieces by artist the likes of van Gogh, Picasso, Monet, da Vinci, and many more.

Ideal for time-tight travelers, this whistle-stop Liverpool tour saves hours of research time and showcases a shortlist of city landmarks and sights linked to The Beatles. Join a small group and hop aboard a taxi to visit highlights, including a ride past the place where John Lennon was born, and Paul McCartney and George Harrison’s old school. Along the way, the guide enriches the tour with plenty of insider stories and Beatles-related trivia.

Mind bending illusions that trick your brain and challenge your senses. Great for anyone who's curious but loves to find out more. Your Illusion Experts are on hand around the museum to explain the science and help you capture that perfect photo moment.

If you’re visiting London for the first time, orient yourself in England’s capital with ease on a full-day tour that includes a skip-the-line admission ticket to The View from the Shard—which is sure to save you up to an hour of waiting in line. In addition to ascending to the viewing platform of The Shard, you’ll tick off more than 20 famous London attractions with the help of your guide.

Anglesey is a large island, and deciding where to go and what to see can eat up precious vacation time. So, head out with a local guide on a small-group day trip from Llandudno or Conwy, and discover the best of Anglesey with the help of some inside knowledge. The itinerary covers ancient burial sites, castles, cliffs, and beaches, along with stories about the culture and a few jokes, too.

The Tate Modern is one of London’s most popular museums, but its vast collection can quickly overwhelm even the savviest art fan. Head straight to the highlights during this small-group tour, which includes admission tickets. Navigate around the crowds and discover masterpieces by artists the likes of Dali, Picasso, and Warhol, all while learning more from your guide’s stories. Tours are capped at just six people to keep things personal.

There’s much more to London than Buckingham Palace and Westminster, but you’ve got to know where to look. Join a guide on a private walking tour of East London’s Spitalfields and Brick Lane areas. Learn about the ordinary people—locals and immigrants alike—who have shaped this area as you browse diverse markets, stroll past street art, and sample international cuisine (own expense). Ask your guide questions on this private tour.

Rather than jostling the crowds on land, watch the River Thames light up at night on a dinner cruise with live jazz. Kick off your night with a glass of sparkling wine as you admire the Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, the London Eye, and the Tower of London from a unique perspective on the water. Enjoy live jazz music while you indulge in a 3-course dinner in a heated cabin, with plenty of time to take in the sights between courses.

Discover the rich literary heritage of Oxford on this private guided tour. Learn about Lewis Carroll, C.S. Lewis, and J.R.R. Tolkien, and see many of the sites featured in Harry Potter, including the Divinity School of Bodleian Library. Afterwards, explore Christ Church College, where many Harry Potter scenes were filmed, on a self-guided audio tour, with guaranteed entry.

Fire up for the festive season, no matter what time of year it is, on a private walking tour that covers the locations immortalized by Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol. Taking a private tour lets you tweak your itinerary according to what interests you most, and makes sure that you enjoy the undivided attention of your guide.