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Palace Days Out: 15 Tours Around the World

643 tours  ·  from $2 a head

Anything with a guide, a coach or a timed ticket attached, in one list. The 15 below are the ones worth a whole day, priced and paced, with the full catalogue underneath.

Granada: Alhambra & Nasrid Palaces Tour with Tickets - Starting at the hilltop citadel
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Granada: Alhambra & Nasrid Palaces Tour with Tickets

1.Alhambra & Nasrid Palaces Tour with Tickets

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 19,801 reviews · 3 hours · from $64Our pick

Explore Granada’s Alhambra in three hours with entry to the Nasrid Palaces, Alcazaba, Generalife, Palace of Charles V, and Mosque Baths. A guide such as Antonio, Patricia, or Guillermo brings the art, legends, fountains, and royal stories to life in English, Spanish, French, German, or Italian.

“Our guide was awesome! So glad we had a guide throughout the tour as it enriched our experience ten fold. I would absolutely recommend using a tour guide for anyone visiting the Alhambra.”

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Seville: Alcázar, Cathedral & Giralda Skip-the-Line Tour - Seville Cathedral: Gothic scale with a complicated past
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Seville: Alcázar, Cathedral & Giralda Skip-the-Line Tour

2.Alcázar, Cathedral & Giralda Skip-the-Line Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 11,525 reviews · 3 hours · from $64Top rated

Spend about three hours with a licensed guide at Seville Cathedral, the Giralda, and the Royal Alcázar. Maria, Lourdes, Lou, Ana, and others are praised for clear storytelling and humor. Skip-the-line tickets, radio headsets, and a digital Seville guide are included.

“Our tour was very well organised. Our guide, Maria, was very friendly, funny and knowledgeable. I would highly recommend the tour as Maria gave us a lot of interesting facts in a very accessible way. Without her input we would not be able to appreciate certain parts, artefacts and places that we have seen alongside our tour. The climb to the top of the Giralda tower can be a bit challenging as there are 34 ramps to get to the top. It is definitely worth an effort if you can do it as you can see a panoramic view of Seville. We were very lucky as the weather was beautiful…”

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Doge's Palace & St. Mark's Basilica with Terrace Access Tour - St. Mark’s Basilica and the bronze horses
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Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s Basilica with Terrace Access Tour

3.Doge’s Palace & St. Mark’s Basilica with Terrace Access Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 10,697 reviews · from $123

See Venice’s essential sights with a local guide such as Federica, Francesca, Elena, or Matteo. Enter St. Mark’s Basilica, climb to its terrace for lagoon views, then tour Doge’s Palace, the Bridge of Sighs, and the New Prisons. Private and small-group options are available.

“Elena was one of the best guides we have ever had. Very knowledgeable, charismatic, and very accommodating!”

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Versailles: Skip-the-Line Tour of Palace and Gardens Access - The meeting point and arrival plan
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Versailles: Skip-the-Line Tour of Palace and Gardens Access

4.Skip-the-Line Tour of Palace and Gardens Access

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 10,429 reviews · 2 hours · from $76

Meet your multilingual guide near Versailles, then spend 90 minutes in the palace’s State Apartments, King’s Bedroom, and Hall of Mirrors. Guides such as Valery, Gabriella, Aurelia, and Anne-Sophie bring the royal stories to life. Afterward, explore the gardens independently, with optional access to Marie Antoinette’s estate and the Trianon.

“Aurelia was an excellent host and guide for the day. She was very knowledgeable and made the experience one to remember. Apart from delays in having to queue up (not Aurelia’s issue), the day was great. Warning, it does get very busy in the palace with lots of other tour groups. Thank you Aurelia!”

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Prague Castle 2.5-Hour Tour Including Admission Ticket - Charles Bridge gives the tour a strong beginning
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Prague Castle 2.5-Hour Tour Including Admission Ticket

5.Prague Castle 2.5-Hour Tour Including Admission Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 8,927 reviews · 2h 30m · from $57

Begin at Charles Bridge, cross into Lesser Town, then ride the tram to Prague Castle. A live guide such as Peter, Steve, Misha, or Jana leads you through St. Vitus Cathedral, the Old Royal Palace, St. George’s Basilica, and Golden Lane in several languages.

“Micha was an excellent guide. She was very knowledgeable and shared more than just facts. She paced the walk well and was very attentive to all in her group. The tour covered the St. Vitus Cathedral Katedrála sv. Víta very well. I can highly recommend this tour.”

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Seville: Cathedral, Giralda & Alcazar Entry With Guided Tour - Seville Cathedral and the climb up the Giralda
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Seville: Cathedral, Giralda & Alcazar Entry With Guided Tour

6.Cathedral, Giralda & Alcazar Entry With Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 8,560 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $65

Join a small or private group for a 2.5-hour guided visit to Seville Cathedral, the Giralda, and the Alcazar. Guides such as Joseph, Maria, Carmen, and Jose Miguel bring history, art, legends, and humor to the tour. Expect walking, ramps, security rules, and a fast-paced visit.

“Today’s tour with Joseph was so, so cool. He has an amazing and really funny sense of humor, which made the whole experience even better. Time absolutely flew by he shared so much information and showed us so many interesting things along the way. Just one small note: as a huge Game of Thrones fan, and knowing that there were quite a few filming locations connected to the show, I would have loved to hear a bit more about Game of Thrones or maybe see some pictures and really imagine specific scenes from the series. That would have made an already great tour even more special😊”

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Madrid: Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour with Skip-the-Line - Entering the Palace With Priority Access
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Madrid: Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour with Skip-the-Line

7.Royal Palace Expert Guided Tour with Skip-the-Line

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 8,407 reviews · 2 hours · from $46

Meet your English, Spanish, French, or Italian-speaking guide at Opera Metro Station, walk through Plaza de Oriente, then enter Madrid’s Royal Palace by a priority route. See the Throne Room, Banquet Hall, Private Royal Apartments, Goya and Giordano artworks, and explore the gardens independently.

“Lydia is a fantastic guide! The tour was very interesting, totally enjoyable and much better than expected. The place is awesome, definitely recommend :-)”

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Granada: Alhambra & Generalife Fast-Track Guided Tour - Meeting at the ticket office square
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Granada: Alhambra & Generalife Fast-Track Guided Tour

8.Alhambra & Generalife Fast-Track Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 8,313 reviews · 3 hours · from $88

Walk through the Alhambra’s Nasrid Palaces, Court of the Lions, Alcazaba, Charles V Palace, and Generalife Gardens with a French, English, or Spanish-speaking guide. Guides such as Carlos, Jose, Veronica, and Jolanda add history, practical direction, and photo tips to this $88 small-group visit.

“An incredible tour. Our guide Veronica was so passionate and knowledgeable. We learned so much and never felt rushed”

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Beijing: Forbidden City Tour(Group/Private)-Tickets Included - Tiananmen Square and the first security wait
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Beijing: Forbidden City Tour(Group/Private)-Tickets Included

9.Forbidden City Tour(Group/Private)-Tickets Included

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 7,974 reviews · 3 - 8 hours · from $4Best value

Choose a small-group or private Beijing tour led by an English-speaking guide such as Mina, Miko, Maria, or Jay. Visit Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City, then add Coal Hill Park, palace museums, hotel pickup, or a hutong lunch depending on your package.

“Everything went perfect, from organization, to great guide and stories about site, to beautiful weather.”

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Madrid: Segovia and Toledo Tour, Alcazar, and Cathedral - Meeting at Plaza de las Ventas
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Madrid: Segovia and Toledo Tour, Alcazar, and Cathedral

10.Segovia and Toledo Tour, Alcazar, and Cathedral

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 7,797 reviews · 12 hours · from $48

You’ll visit Segovia and Toledo by air-conditioned coach with an English- or Spanish-speaking guide. Expect the Roman aqueduct, Alcázar entry, medieval streets, free time, and optional Toledo Cathedral access. Guides such as Mateo, Benny, Elena, and Maria have earned especially warm praise.

“Was great trip and the guide Aline was very nice and knowledgable about the info that she shared about the cities history”

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Vienna: Schönbrunn Palace & Gardens Skip-the-Line Tour - Meeting at the Ehrenhof Fountain
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Vienna: Schönbrunn Palace & Gardens Skip-the-Line Tour

11.Schönbrunn Palace & Gardens Skip-the-Line Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 7,739 reviews · 2 hours · from $63

Meet your guide beneath the green umbrella at the Ehrenhof Fountain, then tour 22 palace rooms with an audio device and live commentary. Guides such as Lisa, Inga, Siri, and Rafael are praised for clear stories and Viennese humor. Afterward, walk the gardens at your own pace.

“Our guide Raffaelle was great. Made the experience come to life with interesting stories. He also made it funny. Really enjoyed seeing the Palace and the gardens.”

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Seville: Priority Access Cathedral, Giralda & Alcázar Tour - The Royal Alcázar: Moorish design in a working palace
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Seville: Priority Access Cathedral, Giralda & Alcázar Tour

12.Priority Access Cathedral, Giralda & Alcázar Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 7,563 reviews · 2.5 - 3 hours · from $64

Spend 2.5 to 3 hours with a licensed guide at Seville Cathedral, the Giralda, and the Royal Alcázar. You’ll see Columbus’s tomb, Moorish courtyards, royal gardens, and Game of Thrones locations. Guides such as Melissa, Carolina, Adriana, and Irene are known for lively storytelling.

“our guide!!! Irina!! absolutely outstanding!! thank you for making these monuments and the history of Sevilla come alive!!”

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Neuschwanstein & Linderhof Castle-Fairytale Day Tour from Munich - Linderhof Palace: the smaller first stop
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Neuschwanstein & Linderhof Castle-Fairytale Day Tour from Munich

13.Neuschwanstein & Linderhof Castle-Fairytale Day Tour from Munich

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 7,275 reviews · 10 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $95

Travel from central Munich to Linderhof and Neuschwanstein by coach, with castle visits, Marienbrücke views, and free time for lunch. Classic tickets cost extra, while the upgrade adds entry, snacks, drinks, and a smaller group. Guides such as Johnny, Hanae, and Pedro are praised for lively commentary.

“Monica was amazing! We had a wonderful day seeing the castles and learning about this time in history.”

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Granada: Alhambra & Gardens Tour w/Nasrid Palaces Option - Meeting your guide beside the Guadalupe Hotel
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Granada: Alhambra & Gardens Tour w/Nasrid Palaces Option

14.Alhambra & Gardens Tour w/Nasrid Palaces Option

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 7,022 reviews · 2 - 3 hours · from $35

Join an official guide for a 2 to 3 hour Alhambra visit in Granada. Choose full entry to the Nasrid Palaces, Alcazaba, and Generalife Gardens, or tour the grounds and key viewpoints without palace admission. Guides may lead in English, Spanish, French, German, or Italian.

“Some areas are not suitable for pram/stroller. Better to use carrier but check weather conditions.”

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Venice: Doge's Palace and St Mark's Basilica Walking Tour - Inside the Doge’s Palace and the Venetian government
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Venice: Doge’s Palace and St Mark’s Basilica Walking Tour

15.Doge’s Palace and St Mark’s Basilica Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 6,291 reviews · 2 - 2.5 hours · from $101

Explore Venice’s two essential monuments in 2 to 2.5 hours with a live guide in English, Italian, French, Spanish, or German. See the Doge’s grand council halls, cross the Bridge of Sighs, then admire St Mark’s mosaics, museum, and terrace if your option includes them. Guides such as Denise, Marina, and Donatella have earned especially warm praise.

“Very informative! The explanations of the artwork and history were great!”

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A named palace, a kind of ticket, or a whole country of them.

The famous ones

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Also worth the fare

TopkapıGrand PalaceSchönbrunnSummer PalaceAlcázar of Seville

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