Literary, Art & Music Tours

Enjoy skip-the-line entrance to the magnificent Doria Pamphilj Palace on this private 2.5-hour tour. Explore the grand 17th-century palace, marvel at the antique furnishings, peek into the Throne Room, then visit the gallery to admire paintings by masters including Bernini, Brueghel, Caravaggio, and Raphael.

If you're stuck in the dilemma of wanting to visit the Louvre Museum, but not wanting to bore your children, this is the tour for you. You'll still get to see the Louvre's many highlights such as the Mona Lisa, but you won't have worry about keeping the kids entertained. Avoid long visitor lines with skip-the-line tickets, and then have an art historian to lead the way. Children will receive an activity book with a treasure hunt to take part in.

Take a day trip from Florence to experience the beautiful towns of Pisa and Lucca. First stop is Pisa where you head for the main square of Piazza dei Miracoli where your local guide will explain all about the magnificent buildings that surround it; the Baptistery, the Duomo and of course the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa which you will enter with your special skip-the-line tickets.After Pisa it is a short drive to Lucca one of the less well-known jewels of Tuscany where you will have some time on your own to explore this fascinating walled town before driving back to Florence.

Delve into the Hermitage vast offerings with all-day admission to this incredible museum, as well as exclusive entry into both its Diamond and Gold rooms in the company of an expert curator. This combination tour allows you an opportunity to view some of the museum's most prized possessions, including ancient Greek gold, sparkling jewels and gem-cut icons once belong to the imperial family. Afterward enjoy a guided tour through the greater Hermitage before branching out to see art works by Goya, Picasso, Michelangelo and da Vinci on your own.

Street art fans will thrill to this hidden art tour which offers an insight into Hong Kong that's impossible to achieve independently. Discover the works of street artists local and international on a small-group art walking tour of Hong Kong's Soho area - complete with headsets to hear your guide clearly over the hubbub and buzz.

Watch Harlem come alive after dark with a 3.5-hour evening tour to historic churches, landmarks and one of the neighborhood's best jazz spots. Walk with your guide along vibrant Adam Clayton Powell Boulevard, and learn about the cultural heritage of Harlem's night clubs and gospel churches. Spot some of New York City's distinctive brownstone architecture as you walk, then finish your evening at a live jazz club, where some of today's best artists play tunes by Harlem's music greats.

Experience the incredible food and art of one of Italy's most illustrious cities on a two-hour Florence walking tour. Set out with an empty stomach and a mind for curiosity to learn about several of the city's culinary and cultural attractions. Sample fresh gelato in the area in which it was born, taste wine varietals with crostini pairings and see what goes into making traditional Tuscan dishes such as porchetta and trippa. You'll also have an opportunity to explore Florence's three main squares, including the L-shaped Piazza Signoria.

Admire Caravaggio paintings in Rome and learn about the baroque painter's tumultuous life in Italy on this art-themed walking tour with a guide. See two of his famous works at the Basilica of Santa Maria del Popolo and another at the Basilica of Sant'Agostino, as well as work by Raphael. Finish up with a visit inside the Pantheon while you learn about and discuss the history of Caravaggio in Rome.

With an historian guide in the lead, immerse yourself in Budapest's art nouveau architecture with stops around the city to see the city's finest examples. This private half-day walking tour ensures personalized attention and plenty of opportunities to ask questions.

Ideal for first-time visitors, this 6-hour shore excursion provides an overview of Jamaican history and culture. Departing Falmouth, you'll stop at Columbus Park, on open-air museum that commemorates the landing of Christopher Columbus,  before continuing to Nine Mile for the Bob Marley Experience. Visit the birthplace and final resting place of the legendary singer and feast on Jamaican jerk chicken for lunch. Port pickup and drop-off are included.

Feast your eyes on one of the world's most treasured collections of medieval and Renaissance sculpture with a 1.5-hour guided visit to the Opera del Duomo Museum in Florence. After skipping the entrance line, learn the backstories behind masterpieces by Michelangelo, Donatello, and other Italian greats, and gain insight into the construction of Brunelleschi's famous dome. Stay to explore the museum as long as you like, and finish with a tasting of Chianti wine paired with cheese and balsamic vinegar.

Discover the life and works of one of Colombia's best-known artists, Fernando Botero, on a 3-hour guided tour through Medellín. Explore the Museum of Antioquia, where more than 100 of Botero's paintings are on display, and visit the Plaza de las Esculturas, home to over 20 Botero statues. A highlight of this art tour is Botero's Pájaro de Paz statue, which was destroyed by a bomb and later replaced with an exact Botero replica. The remnants of the original and the newer version now stand side by side.

Explore a former warehouse district that's been transformed by street art and galleries on a 1.5-hour walking tour of Wynwood, one of greater Miami's most creative destinations. Get an insider's view of the art scene at three cutting-edge galleries, and discover vibrant outdoor installations by established artists and up-and-coming local talent. Learn the techniques and stories behind Wynwood's vivid murals and experience Miami at its most vibrant and artistic.

Feast Your Eyes Tour blends a love of food, drink and culture on a guided private tour through The Metropolitan Museum of Art. Carefully crafted by art historians and food scholars, this fresh offering details a visual banquet presented through more than twenty-five paintings, sculptures, and objets d'art peppered throughout the galleries. The artwork spans six different cultures ranging from ancient to modern. Presented in ART SMART's signature of-the-moment style, the Feast Your Eyes Tour conversation is inspired by dining rituals, popular culture, and contemporary food and drink trends. This Met tour supports ART SMART's mission to provide tours that speak to the unique interests and experiences of individuals while helping clients navigate the vast art resources of New York City and beyond in exceptional ways - this time with a foodie twist.

Zigzag through the hip and artsy Plateau neighbourhood to discover some of the best street art Montreal has to offer! Over 35 artworks to admire with the guidance of a knowledgeable host to provide precious informations and insights. Well suited for the art connoisseur or the novice art curious traveller. This walk is a great way to experience the city off-the-beaten-path!

Experience Budapest's art nouveau landmarks on a small-group walking tour with an historian guide. Stop to see the city's art nouveau masterpieces, all graced with the decorative natural and folk motifs that characterized the early 20th-century architectural movement. Admire examples including the Royal Postal Savings Bank; learn about Hungary's celebrated exponent, Odon Lechner; and uncover the design and history behind each building. Choose a morning or afternoon tour, with public transport passes at own expense.

Experience the vibrance of Dublin's traditional drink and Irish music scene on this evening pub crawl through Temple Bar - the city's cultural quarter! Accompany two friendly musicians on a fun and educational tour through the hip yet historic district, where you'll visit classic pubs and bars, witness local drinking culture, and encounter Irish storytelling and music at its best. Sláinte!

Follow your guide the city's most famous works of public art and the secret graffiti hot spots on this 3-hour street art tour. Visit galleries and public works, both hidden and on display. Learn about the artists and their work from your guide; transportation via van or coach is included during the tour.

We will walk on the footsteps of Caravaggio in Rome admiring his masterpieces in these magnificent roman churches. A stroll where he lived, painted, got in trouble and scandalized not only the people of his times but also the views who still are in awe when they look at his masterpieces

Immerse yourself into the exciting world of flamenco percussion with this interactive 1-hour small-group workshop. Get your groove on as you learn traditional drum box as well as how to clap in the flamenco style. When the workshop is done, head to a bar with your instructor to indulge in some tapas and wine.