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90 Minute Classic Walking Tour of Oxford

THA Walking Tour Company of the Year in the South East 2025. Escape to Oxord has an enviable reputation for providing small, personable tours. Tours …More

Oxford, England

4.9 (301)

90 Minute Classic Walking Tour of Oxford

THA Walking Tour Company of the Year in the South East 2025. Escape to Oxord has an enviable reputation for providing small, personable tours. Tours...

90 to 120 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (301)

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$38

Royal Liver Building 360 - Tower Tour and Experience

Royal Liver Building 360 is a city landmark with a unique viewpoint and an immersive experiential tour. In the visitors' centre see unique pieces from …More

Liverpool, England

4.9 (632)

Royal Liver Building 360 - Tower Tour and Experience

Royal Liver Building 360 is a city landmark with a unique viewpoint and an immersive experiential tour. In the visitors' centre see unique pieces from...

1 hour 10 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (632)

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$25

This historic London pub tour gives you the chance to enjoy some of the best pubs in London including those dating back over 800 years! …More

London, England

5.0 (594)

Historic Pub Walking Tour of London

This historic London pub tour gives you the chance to enjoy some of the best pubs in London including those dating back over 800 years!...

4 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (594)

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$19

Stratford-upon-Avon: Shakespeare, History & Town Highlights Tour

Get your bearings in Stratford-upon-Avon on this 1.5-hour walking tour with a friendly local guide. Perfect for first-time visitors, this tour introduces the town’s Shakespeare …More

Stratford-upon-Avon, England

4.9 (150)

Stratford-upon-Avon: Shakespeare, History & Town Highlights Tour

Get your bearings in Stratford-upon-Avon on this 1.5-hour walking tour with a friendly local guide. Perfect for first-time visitors, this tour introduces the town’s Shakespeare...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (150)

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$16

Embark on a captivating 2 Hour Seal Island Cruise on Loch Linnhe departing from Fort William Town Pier. As you cruise towards Black Rock locally …More

Fort William, Scotland

4.9 (475)

Fort William Seal Island Cruise

Embark on a captivating 2 Hour Seal Island Cruise on Loch Linnhe departing from Fort William Town Pier. As you cruise towards Black Rock locally...

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (475)

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$52

Walking Tour through Cádiz: Stories from the hand of a local guide

Discover the city of Cadiz as if it were being shown to you by your lifelong friend you have come to visit. You won’t have …More

Cádiz, Spain

4.9 (610)

Walking Tour through Cádiz: Stories from the hand of a local guide

Discover the city of Cadiz as if it were being shown to you by your lifelong friend you have come to visit. You won’t have...

1 hour 50 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (610)

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$17

Shared Cambridge Punting Tour Come Punting in Cambridge in style with Rutherford's, only the best will do! Raised seating, beautifully clean blankets and tables on …More

Cambridge, England

4.8 (469)

Cambridge - Shared Punting Tour

Shared Cambridge Punting Tour Come Punting in Cambridge in style with Rutherford's, only the best will do! Raised seating, beautifully clean blankets and tables on...

50 minutes Free Cancellation

4.8 (469)

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$27

Colosseum, Forum & Palatine: Guided, AI Guide & Arena

Experience Ancient Rome Like Never Before! Join this 3-hour guided walking tour and explore the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill with an expert guide. …More

Rome, Italy

4.9 (687)

Colosseum, Forum & Palatine: Guided, AI Guide & Arena

Experience Ancient Rome Like Never Before! Join this 3-hour guided walking tour and explore the Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill with an expert guide....

150 to 180 minutes

4.9 (687)

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$54

Did you know that the Royal Albert Hall once hosted a séance; flooded the auditorium with 56,000 litres of water for an opera concert; and …More

London, England

4.8 (290)

The Royal Albert Hall Tour

Did you know that the Royal Albert Hall once hosted a séance; flooded the auditorium with 56,000 litres of water for an opera concert; and...

1 hour Free Cancellation

4.8 (290)

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$27

Florence: Accademia Gallery Entry Ticket and David Tour

• Timed entry tickets for the Accademia Gallery • Learn the stories and legends behind Michelangelo’s David • Explore other works by Michelangelo such as …More

Florence, Italy

4.9 (162)

Florence: Accademia Gallery Entry Ticket and David Tour

• Timed entry tickets for the Accademia Gallery • Learn the stories and legends behind Michelangelo’s David • Explore other works by Michelangelo such as...

1 hour Free Cancellation

4.9 (162)

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$56

Cambridge University With Alumni: Optional Kings College Entrance

Enter King’s College! Established by King Henry VI, with successive King’s providing more ambitious additions (hence the name). The chapel has the largest vaulted ceiling …More

Cambridge, England

4.9 (2,391)

Cambridge University With Alumni: Optional Kings College Entrance

Enter King’s College! Established by King Henry VI, with successive King’s providing more ambitious additions (hence the name). The chapel has the largest vaulted ceiling...

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (2,391)

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$34

Tour of St Peter's Basilica with Dome Climb and Grottoes

Start in St. Peter's Square, where the architectural brilliance of Bernini unfolds. Then enter St. Peter's Basilica, a realm adorned with golden ceilings, vibrant marbles, …More

Rome, Italy

4.8 (1,689)

Tour of St Peter's Basilica with Dome Climb and Grottoes

Start in St. Peter's Square, where the architectural brilliance of Bernini unfolds. Then enter St. Peter's Basilica, a realm adorned with golden ceilings, vibrant marbles,...

1 hour 45 minutes Free Cancellation

4.8 (1,689)

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$55

St. Mark's, Doge's Palace & Gondola Ride with Murano and Burano

This full-day Venice tour brings together the city’s greatest hits and lagoon islands in one carefully planned route. Start with timed-entry tickets and guided visits …More

Venice, Italy

4.8 (1,066)

St. Mark's, Doge's Palace & Gondola Ride with Murano and Burano

This full-day Venice tour brings together the city’s greatest hits and lagoon islands in one carefully planned route. Start with timed-entry tickets and guided visits...

9 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.8 (1,066)

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$174

Full Day Tour to Val d'Orcia with Wine & Cheese Tastings

Enjoy a rich and ripe tour through the worlds of grape and gourmet cheese. Experience art and architecture and blend it with good wines and …More

Florence, Italy

4.8 (1,379)

Full Day Tour to Val d'Orcia with Wine & Cheese Tastings

Enjoy a rich and ripe tour through the worlds of grape and gourmet cheese. Experience art and architecture and blend it with good wines and...

11 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.8 (1,379)

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$105

Downton Abbey & Highclere Castle Tour from London, with Oxford

Explore the iconic filming locations of the award-winning Downton Abbey television series on this full-day tour from London. Following the release of Downton Abbey 3: …More

London, England

4.7 (909)

Downton Abbey & Highclere Castle Tour from London, with Oxford

Explore the iconic filming locations of the award-winning Downton Abbey television series on this full-day tour from London. Following the release of Downton Abbey 3:...

10 hours Free Cancellation

4.7 (909)

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$211

Paris Local Districts and Off the Beaten Track Guided Bike Tour

Experience Paris charming back streets, local neighborhoods and amazing monuments as you cruise leisurely through the city of lights. Perfect for all ages and fitness …More

Paris, France

4.9 (1,267)

Paris Local Districts and Off the Beaten Track Guided Bike Tour

Experience Paris charming back streets, local neighborhoods and amazing monuments as you cruise leisurely through the city of lights. Perfect for all ages and fitness...

180 to 210 minutes Free Cancellation

4.9 (1,267)

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$51

Auschwitz Birkenau Guided Tour with Ticket Hotel Pickup Minivan

Discover Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum on a small group guided tour from Krakow. Travel comfortably in an air-conditioned minivan (maximum 8 guests) with convenient hotel …More

Krakow, Poland

4.9 (692)

Auschwitz Birkenau Guided Tour with Ticket Hotel Pickup Minivan

Discover Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and Museum on a small group guided tour from Krakow. Travel comfortably in an air-conditioned minivan (maximum 8 guests) with convenient hotel...

7 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

4.9 (692)

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$28

Amsterdam Canal Cruise: Unlimited Prosecco, Wine & Dutch Cheese

Cruise Amsterdam’s iconic canals with unlimited Prosecco, Wine, Beer and soft drinks, accompanied by delicious Dutch Gouda cheese. Relax aboard our comfortable electric boat while …More

Amsterdam, Netherlands

5.0 (1,086)

Amsterdam Canal Cruise: Unlimited Prosecco, Wine & Dutch Cheese

Cruise Amsterdam’s iconic canals with unlimited Prosecco, Wine, Beer and soft drinks, accompanied by delicious Dutch Gouda cheese. Relax aboard our comfortable electric boat while...

1 hour Free Cancellation

5.0 (1,086)

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$29

Goðafoss Waterfall & Forest Lagoon from Akureyri Port

Goðafoss Waterfall & Geothermal Baths tour is the perfect introductory tour to North Iceland. We start the tour in Akureyri in Eyjafjord and drive the …More

Akureyri, Iceland

4.9 (183)

Goðafoss Waterfall & Forest Lagoon from Akureyri Port

Goðafoss Waterfall & Geothermal Baths tour is the perfect introductory tour to North Iceland. We start the tour in Akureyri in Eyjafjord and drive the...

5 to 6 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (183)

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$239

Skip the Line Ticket Castelo de S. Jorge

Castelo de São Jorge, often known as St. George's Castle, is difficult to miss. This is the must visit in Lisbon so its hard to …More

Lisbon, Portugal

4.9 (525)

Skip the Line Ticket Castelo de S. Jorge

Castelo de São Jorge, often known as St. George's Castle, is difficult to miss. This is the must visit in Lisbon so its hard to...

2 to 3 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (525)

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$35

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What are the best kid-friendly options for Europe Historical & Heritage Tours Tours?

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Europe Historical & Heritage Tours with Instant Confirmation include:

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Which Europe Historical & Heritage Tours have Free Cancellation?

Europe Historical & Heritage Tours with Free Cancellation (in most cases up to 24 hours in advance of your tour date, check the specific tour page) include:

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I need a ride! Which Europe Historical & Heritage Tours have Hotel Pickup?

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