Cultural Tours

Over this 1.50 hours guided tour, visit the best-preserved monument of Ancient Rome  and admire the unique example of Gothic church in Rome Listen to the history of the stone elephant in Piazza della Mineva, made by Bernini, before entering in Santa Maria sopra Minerva basilica. In this church, where the popes of the Florentine Medici family were buried, observe the masterpieces of painting and sculpture made by the best Renaissance artists. Then move to the Pantheon and marvel at its oculus in the stunning dome.

Enjoy the once-in-a-lifetime experience of a papal audience with Pope Francis I with the convenience of hotel pickup with this 4-hour tour. Sit either in the famous St Peter's Square or in Nervi Hall for a live blessing of the crowd by the pope. Get picked up from one of a select group of hotels and enjoy a papacy discussion with your tour escort as part of the experience.

See more of London's key sights in less time, and travel in comfort, on this small-group, half-day tour. Choose from morning or afternoon departure times and meet your guide in West London. Traveling in a classic black cab, you'll see everything from Tower Bridge and Buckingham Palace to Big Ben and the Houses of Parliament, plus many more key landmarks. As you go, your guide will share stories, trivia, and facts about the British capital.

The UNESCO-listed city of Rome is home to ancient treasures including the Colosseum, St. Peter's Basilica, and the Trevi Fountain - but reaching the far-flung sites on foot takes time. This panoramic bus tour from central Civitavecchia includes a round-trip shared transfer service, allowing you to reach the sites of Rome from coastal Italy in comfort. Enjoy free time to hit the sites at your own pace, with sweeping city views along the way.

Explore Palermo's key sights on foot on this walking tour of the Sicilian capital. Meet your guide in a convenient location in central Palermo, and set off. You'll see popular landmarks ranging from the Palermo Cathedral and Palazzo Riso to the Massimo Theater. You'll also learn about the city's long entanglement with the mafia, and will meet the shopkeepers and other individuals who have pioneered a local anti-mafia movement.

Bohemian, hilltop Montmartre is one of Paris' most characterful neighborhoods. See some of its prettiest corners - and go an in-depth exploration of its artistic heritage - on this private walking tour. After meeting your art historian guide, you'll see the Moulin Rouge and Moulin de Galette, stop in an artist's atelier, venture to the Montmartre Museum, and follow in the footsteps of former residents like Picasso, Modigliani, and Van Gogh. You'll also pause for an aperitif drink and will visit Sacr e-Coeur, where you can admire panoramic Paris views.

Immerse yourself in Parisian culture as you visit local wine bars, bistros, and brasseries. Begin at the historic Place de la Bastille, visit residential neighborhood Faubourg Saint-Antoine, and explore the March e d'Aligre, one of the city's oldest markets. As you walk, you'll stop to sample snails, charcuterie, cheeses, and of course, delicious beer and wine.

This magical Panoramic Tour of Trieste and Miramare Castle is ideal for travelers interested in historic architecture and magnificent scenery. Avoid the stress of busy public transport, and instead travel easily between sites in a comfortable vehicle, with pickup and drop-off included. The tour will showcase seaside scenery, caves, castles, mountains, and parks. You'll avoid waiting in long visitor lines at Miramare Castle, as entrance tickets are included.

Paris has long been known for its cafe culture, and with this walking tour of the cafes of Belleville, you'll get a chance to enjoy a coffee or a glass of wine out on the outdoor terrace of Belleville's Cafe Folies, just like a Parisian. Best of all, some proceeds of your tour will go toward local charity.

Attend the weekly address of the pope with this papal audience ticket. In Vatican City, your guide will lead you through the mass of people to a prime location, where you'll watch the pope address the crowd, and hear about the historical tradition of the papal audience. With a personal audio headset, you'll be sure to hear everything the guide says above the noise of the crowd. While the weekly audience with the pope draws very large numbers, this ticket provides guided commentary in a group limited to 20 people.

Today you will visit Paris like a Parisian. You will discover places where the locals like to relax or to stroll.You will not see during this tour the hyper tourist sites that are the Eiffel Tower or Champs Elys eesYour private guide will meet you at your hotel and will take you to the charming covered passages of the 2nd and 9th arrondissements. Today, a little outdated, they are among the most picturesque sites in the Capital.You will also see the other side of the Butte de Montmartre where most tourists do not go. You will walk like the Parisians along the Saint Martin or Ourcq canal. You will be able to stop in one of the many small and popular caf es. And why not play a game of petanque? Activity very popular with Parisians when the weather is nice.You will end in a garden little known to foreign visitors but very appreciated by the Parisians: Les Buttes Chaumont. From the peaks of the park, like the locals, you will love the beautiful views of Paris.

Discover a piece of the Paris fashion scene on a tour that takes you along some of the city's less-visited streets to visit an atelier where clothes are made for Jean Paul Gaultier and the Moulin Rouge. Learn about the evolution of Parisian style and listen to stories from local artists.

The history of the Louvre Museum is magnificent. Its rich art collection is of unfathomable proportions. The Louvre can be a mind-boggling experience. During our visit, I suggest a straight-forward approach!

Explore the charming streets of Montmartre with this small group tour. Your guide will take you to a mix of iconic landmarks and off-the-beaten-track sights, from the Moulin Rouge windmill to the home of Vincent Van Gogh. You'll also get to try croissants at an award-winning bakery, explore the vineyards of Montmartre, and pass through a secret passageway into a cobbled back street.

Get an overview of Panama City's museums with this cultural tour. Through visits to 3 museums, including the Interoceanic Canal Museum, the Museum of History and the Museum of Biodiversity, get a comprehensive picture of the country's culture, ecology and traditions. Learn about the flora and fauna of the country, the role of the famous canal and many aspects of the country's history from your local guide. Round-trip transportation from Panama City hotels is included.

When visiting Rome, don't miss the chance to hear the Pope speak in person. Reserve your official papal audience ticket in advance, and have it personally delivered to your Rome hotel the day before his scheduled speech. You'll receive instructions on how and when to arrive at St. Peter's Square to ensure you have plenty of time to get a spot and won't miss a word of the memorable address.

Marvel over Baron Haussmann's Paris and visit two of the city's most magnificent buildings on this private 2-hour walking tour. First explore inside the opulent Palais Garnier, a vision of dazzling marble and crystal chandeliers, with its Grand Staircase and famous auditorium. Then, stroll around the elegant shops of Paris's most iconic department store, Galeries Lafayette, before heading to the rooftop to enjoy spectacular views of the city.

This weekend tour takes the hassle out of planning a trip to Paris from London. Meet at the centrally located Victoria Coach Station on Friday evening, and transfer to Dover, where you'll board an overnight ferry to France. Upon arrival in Paris, visit Notre Dame, embark on a Seine river cruise (own expense), go sightseeing at your leisure, and join several optional evening excursions. After an overnight stay, spend Sunday at Disneyland Paris before returning to London.

There's a new way to feel at home in Paris. Vox City Guide is a state of the art app, which allows you to explore at your own pace by public transport or by foot. Built-in itineraries will help you to discover the most important and interesting attractions, all the while listening to high-quality commentary and stories about the city, its history, and secrets.  Navigation operates offline and will save you money as it doesn't require data consumption or an internet connection. Vox City Guide is the smart way to travel.  - Explore the city at your own pace. You'll be completely independent from guides, schedules and groups.  - Learn everything about Paris, its culture, history and heritage - Our intelligent app solution is like having your personal on-demand guide

Visit Claude Monet's home at Giverny on this tour from Paris that includes skip-the-line access. Explore the artist's colorful garden and restored house; see where he painted some of his masterpieces; and check out the Giverny Museum of Impressionism (Mus ee des impressionnismes Giverny).