Literary, Art & Music Tours

Discover the three genres of music that helped form rock culture in New York City's East Village on this guided, 2-hour rock walk. Rock, punk and glam helped introduce new music, rock 'n' roll fashion and a way of life to the world. See where bands like the Ramones, the New York Dolls, the Velvet Underground, Led Zeppelin, Iggy Pop and others wrote music and played gigs. Soak up the rich musical history and get to know the East Village rock scene on the Original Rock 'n' Roll Walking Tour.

Dig into the cultural history of the French Riviera with a half-day art tour of Nice. Follow your knowledgeable guide to the Chagall Museum in Nice's Cimiez neighborhood for a tour, and then to the colorful Matisse Museum on Cimiez Hill. Finish your artistic tour with a stop at the luxurious Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild in the town of Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat.

See the homes of Nashville's biggest stars on this narrated, 3.5-hour sightseeing bus tour. Climb aboard a comfortable, air-conditioned motor coach and drive through some of Nashville's most scenic, upscale, and secluded areas and neighborhoods to see the homes (both past and present) of superstar names like Taylor Swift, Dolly Parton, Garth Brooks, Dierks Bentley, Reese Witherspoon, Martina McBride, Trisha Yearwood and many more. Also, pass by the Second Avenue National Register Historic District, the State Capitol building, Fort Nashborough and the famous Ryman Auditorium. A hotel pickup and drop-off are also included with your tour.

Experience Los Angeles's thriving Arts District on a private walking tour with a local guide. Explore downtown LA's exciting street art scene, fashionable boutiques, intriguing galleries, and stylish restaurants and bars. Get an overview of the neighborhood's fascinating past and learn about the colorful murals that splash across the walls of historic downtown structures. Opt for the optional upgrade and expand the tour to include neighboring Little Tokyo.

Hip-hop music began in New York City. There's no better way to explore the genre of music than by taking this entertaining and informative tour with one of rap's Grandmasters. The unique experience offers an interactive tour through Manhattan, Harlem and the Bronx, showing the origins and evolution of hip-hop and rap music.

If you have already seen Moscow's top sights, embark on this tour to discover a side to the city missed by many visitors. In a small group, learn about the world of Moscow merchants and their traditional way of life that has lasted for centuries. Visit houses and buildings associated with these merchants, including the State Tretyakov art gallery.

Explore Miami's burgeoning arts scene on this guided, 4-hour tour. Visit Midtown Miami, the Miami Design District and the Wynwood Art District, stopping at several major galleries and museums to peruse the collections of modern and contemporary art. See everything from photography and sculpture to graffiti and street art and more. Learn about Miami's arts culture and history from an expert art curator guide, then enjoy a 3-course gourmet lunch or dinner at a local celebrity chef restaurant. Entrance fees, 3-course meal, and shuttle transportation included.

See more of Nashville than just the music sights on this 1.5-hour street art tour by private golf cart. With a guide, you'll cruise along city streets, stopping at murals for photo ops. Select a morning, afternoon, or evening departure time when booking.

Take a tour of baroque Rome with your own private guide, and enjoy a flexible itinerary for your sole group of up to eight people. On the trail of esteemed Italian artists such as Bernini and Caravaggio, you'll explore the churches of the capital to discover artwork and architectural features that hail from the baroque period. Two start times are available when you book.

Calling all art lovers, this private 8-hour tour covers three eminent Beijing art galleries and provides insight into the Chinese capital's artistic heritage. Browse contemporary works inside the Red Gate Gallery, feast your eyes on the studios and design companies inside the 798 Art Zone, located in a decommissioned military factory, and admire artisan Chinese crafts such as jade lacquer and ceramics at the Guanfu Museum. All entrance fees, lunch, and hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Learn about Paris' literary greats on this 3-hour small-group walking tour. Explore the Left Bank where 18th-, 19th- and 20th-century luminaries worked, discover the Latin Quarter of Ernest Hemingway and F. Scott Fitzgerald, and see the favorite haunts of Sartre and Picasso, and where Oscar Wilde died in 1900. On route, unravel the writers' lives and loves, break for coffee, and visit one of Paris' legendary bookstores. Tour is limited to a maximum of 10.

Immerse yourself in the art and architecture of the Hungarian Art Nouveau movement on a private walking tour.  Skip the confusion of public transit and meet your art historian guide in your hotel lobby. Together, you'll visit the Museum of Applied Arts, Gresham Palace, and more.  Enjoy a complimentary coffee at the House of Hungarian Art Nouveau, before admiring selected architecture throughout the city.

All art fans should get the opportunity to see Claude Monet's mural "Water Lillies" once in their lifetime - and with this tour of the Orangerie (including special skip-the-line access), your visit to the mural is easier than ever. Not only does your guide tell you interesting facts about Monet's mural and the thirty years it took him to finish it, but you'll also see masterpieces created by other well-known artists such as Renoir, Picasso, and Matisse. Group size is limited to seven, allowing a more personalized experience.

Discover the 'City of Light's' Art Nouveau treasures with a 2-hour private walking tour through the city. Start your sightseeing with examples from the movement's late-19th century beginnings and continue through its later years, with visits to such places as the Gothic Revivalist Hotel Gaillard, a home by French architect Jules Lavirotte and the city's most famous Art Nouveau attraction: the Eiffel Tower. You'll also stop to learn about some of the famous Art Nouveau-style Metro station signs still scattered throughout Paris.

Discover an off-the-beaten-path area of Paris on this street art tour in Belleville. An interesting diversion from Paris' historical sights, this open-air gallery represents the Paris of today. While you ponder the fine line between street art, graffiti and vandalism, learn about this genre of art from a knowledgeable guide.

Engross yourself in all things Dan Brown and Dante in this guided Inferno-themed tour of Florence. Follow the tracks of Dan Brown's famous protagonist, Robert Langton, to the secret passages and the Salone dei Cinquecento, where you'll marvel at masterpieces by Michelangelo, among others. Visit the apartments of Cosimo, see Dante Alighieri's death mask, step inside the Palazzo Vecchio, get a look at Dante's former home, and more.

This tour of Lanzarote is a must for fans of the well-known artist and architect C esar Manrique. In addition to visiting top Lanzarote sights such as Mirador del Rio, Los Valles, and Teguise, see where the artist spent his days at Jameos del Agua and Cueva de los Verdes. Included lunch and insight from your guide round-out this tour and provide great value.

Be inspired by the masters of Chinese modern art on this 2-hour walking tour of the China Art Museum in Shanghai. Explore the vast permanent exhibitions with the help of an expert guide and learn how the striking building was built for the 2010 Shanghai Expo. Admire iconic paintings by artists like Lin Fengmian, Guan Liang and Wu Guanzhong; marvel over Vermeer masterpieces on loan from Amsterdam's Rijksmuseum and see the multimedia re-creation of 'Ascending the River at Qingming Festival'.

Experience Harlem's gospel heritage on a 4-hour private tour that explores the vibrant New York City neighborhood's music, art and culture. Attend a local church service to hear an extraordinary morning of prayer and singing, then spot area landmarks and architectural gems as you take a walking tour of Harlem's local markets. Finish your morning with a visit to the iconic Apollo Theatre, the world-famous venue that was at the heart of the Harlem Renaissance.

Hit Milan's greatest sights as well as some of its hidden gems in this entertaining and informative 2-hour guided walking tour. Get skip-the-line access to Leonardo da Vinci's masterpiece, 'The Last Supper.' Then step inside the 16th-century Church of San Maurizio al Monastero Maggiore to marvel at the amazing artworks on the walls and ceiling. Visit the Church of Santa Maria presso San Satiro and see the controversial 'L.O.V.E.' sculpture.