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History Walking Tours Around the World: 15 to Book

362 tours  ·  from $8 a head

Every old town has a guide who knows where the bodies are buried, sometimes literally. These 15 walks are priced, timed and honest about the hills and the cobbles.

History and Hauntings of Salem Guided Walking Tour - The Witch Trials Memorial calls for a quieter pause
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History and Hauntings of Salem Guided Walking Tour

1.History and Hauntings of Salem Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14,564 reviews · 2 hours to 2 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $36Our pick

Walk Salem with historians such as Lisa, Michael, Sean, Ryan, and Diane, stopping at the Witch Trials Memorial, Witch House, Ropes Mansion, and McIntire District. Expect a lively mix of 1692 history, architecture, ghost tales, modern witchcraft, and lantern-lit atmosphere. The tour stays outdoors, runs in all weather, and costs $36.

“Michael did a great job in talks us back to the Salem of the 17th century. I enjoyed hearing about the history and ~hauntings~ of Salem! The tour was very informative and enjoyable, and worth every penny and more!! Couldn't have asked for a better tour, and tour guide :)”

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Lisbon: History, Stories and Lifestyle Walking Tour - Bairro Alto and São Pedro de Alcântara
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Lisbon: History, Stories and Lifestyle Walking Tour

2.Lisbon: History, Stories and Lifestyle Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 10,902 reviews · 3 hours · from $29

Spend three hours with a local guide such as Paulo, Beatrice, Ricardo, or Anna, walking from Bairro Alto through Baixa and Alfama. You’ll see São Roque Church, Carmo, Santa Justa, and Lisbon Cathedral, ride a classic tram, and stop for coffee and pastel de nata. Expect hills, steps, stories, and changing views.

“Amazing! Our tour guide was very knowledgeable. Excellent experience.”

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Boston: Freedom Trail History Small Group Walking Tour - Starting at Boston Common and the Massachusetts State House
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Boston: Freedom Trail History Small Group Walking Tour

3.Boston: Freedom Trail History Small Group Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6,450 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $35

Follow Boston’s 2.5-hour Freedom Trail walk from Boston Common to Copp’s Hill Terrace with a historian guide. Groups are capped at 16, and guides such as Jon, Maura, Mark, Alejandro, and Maz bring the 1760 to 1775 story to life through vivid storytelling and questions. Expect outdoor sightseeing, steady walking, and no interior admissions.

“Lots of walking but you learn so much and cut through the heart of historic Boston! Our guide Will was extremely knowledgeable and passionate on the subject!”

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Historic Charleston Guided Sightseeing Walking Tour - Rainbow Row and the South of Broad homes
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Historic Charleston Guided Sightseeing Walking Tour

4.Historic Charleston Guided Sightseeing Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6,216 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $30

Meet your English-speaking local guide at Charleston City Hall for a two-hour walk through the Four Corners of Law, the French Quarter, Rainbow Row, and South of Broad. Guides such as Evans, Al, Dennis, and Duggar bring architecture, war, faith, and slavery into the story. Expect a flat route, changing stops, and no public restrooms.

“It was casual walking a lot of information was given and a true insight of the peninsula and the historical background. Our guide was very professional in her historical knowledge of the area and the nature and vegetation.”

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Barcelona: Tapas Walking Tour with Food, Wine, and History - Stop one: a first taste of Catalan food and drink
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Barcelona: Tapas Walking Tour with Food, Wine, and History

5.Barcelona: Tapas Walking Tour with Food, Wine, and History

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 4,261 reviews · 3 hours · from $78

Spend three hours walking Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter with an English-speaking local guide such as Andrew, Santiago, or Juan Carlos. Visit four food stops, with possible pinchos, fish, jamón, paella, and a chef’s kitchen, while tasting wine, vermouth, and sangria. The public group holds up to 16 people and ends at Kulas Tapas Bar.

“Absolutely fantastic! The food was great, the vibe with our group was amazing, and the value was top-notch. Plenty of alcohol & food to go around. Such a great find! Our guide, Juan Carlos, was so personable and knowledgeable. Truly a wonderful experience.”

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Savannah History and Haunts Candlelit Ghost Walking Tour - Walking Savannah’s squares and cobblestones
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Savannah History and Haunts Candlelit Ghost Walking Tour

6.Savannah History and Haunts Candlelit Ghost Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,235 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $39

Walk Savannah’s historic streets after dark with guides such as Dan, Kel, or Kendra. This 90-minute candlelit tour blends documented history, executions, murders, war stories, legends, and paranormal claims without relying on jump scares. It starts near Chippewa Square and ends at Colonial Park Cemetery.

“The tour guide was very knowledgeable & engaging which made the tour that much more fun. With a group of about 26 folks, the guide kept the tour moving and involved the whole time.”

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Historic Savannah Guided Walking Tour - Starting At Oglethorpe Square
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Historic Savannah Guided Walking Tour

7.Historic Savannah Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,918 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $30

Spend about two hours walking Savannah’s Historic District with a local English-speaking guide. You’ll see squares, historic homes, Factors Walk, River Street, Forsyth Park, Colonial Park Cemetery, and the former Girl Scout headquarters. Audio equipment helps you hear clearly, and morning or afternoon departures are available.

“Our guide, ironically named Savannah, was very knowledgeable with the city history, architecture, people and sites. She was excellent. It was a wonderful tour.”

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A History of Terror - Belfast City Centre Walking Tour - Donegall Place and the Ring of Steel
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A History of Terror – Belfast City Centre Walking Tour

8.A History of Terror – Belfast City Centre Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,883 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $36

Walk 1.5 miles through central Belfast with guides such as James, Anne, Mylie, and Róisín, stopping at City Hall, Donegall Place, the Cathedral Quarter, and the Beacon of Hope. You’ll hear a balanced account of The Troubles, personal memories, and how Belfast reached its fragile peace. Headsets help you follow the guide in a group of up to 25.

“Walking tour of places of history and interest in Belfast. Our guide was a Belfast native who offered valuable insight as to how the city has evolved over the years.”

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New Orleans Garden District History Walking Tour - Mansion Stories, Film Connections, and Local Personalities
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New Orleans Garden District History Walking Tour

9.New Orleans Garden District History Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,879 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $35

Spend about two hours walking New Orleans’ Garden District with a local guide such as Caroline, Angie, or Sean. Learn why Lafayette Cemetery No. 1 has above-ground tombs, admire antebellum homes and film locations, and hear stories about the people who shaped the neighborhood. Groups are capped at 15, and the cemetery is viewed from outside its gates.

“Not a ton of walking, but very informative. Learn and hear about a dozen homes and the different style of architecture. Also lots of other history about the Garden District.”

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Fontainhas Heritage Walk by Make It Happen - Meeting at Panjim Post Office
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Fontainhas Heritage Walk by Make It Happen

10.Fontainhas Heritage Walk by Make It Happen

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,834 reviews · from $12Best value

Walk Panaji’s Fontainhas with a local storyteller such as Hinaz, Alita, Shreeya, or Joan. Over about two and a half hours, you’ll see Portuguese-era homes, enter select heritage buildings, taste Goan bakery treats, enjoy refreshments, and hear live music. The relaxed route begins and ends at Panjim Post Office.

“It was a most enjoyable tour. Mugdha our tour guide was very knowledgeable of the local history. With stories, history, taste of some local food, live music, art, humour and leisurely site-seeing, it was a perfect tour. Thank you !”

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French Quarter Historical Sights and Stories Walking Tour - Seeing the French Quarter as a whole
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French Quarter Historical Sights and Stories Walking Tour

11.French Quarter Historical Sights and Stories Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,724 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $35

Spend about two hours walking New Orleans with a guide such as Scott, Tim, Libby, or Renee. You’ll connect architecture, religion, food, local politics, and colonial history while visiting the French Market, St. Louis Cathedral, Jackson Square, Royal Street, and the Mississippi River. Groups are capped at 12, with three daily departures.

“Our guide was friendly, engaging and knowledgeable. She provided insights into New Orleans history that made me think of the city in a whole new way.”

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Cartagena: Historic Center and Getsemaní Shared Walking Tour - Meeting Pedro de Heredia at Plaza Cervantes
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Cartagena: Historic Center and Getsemaní Shared Walking Tour

12.Cartagena: Historic Center and Getsemaní Shared Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 2,716 reviews · 2h 30m · from $12

Walk from Plaza Cervantes through Cartagena’s Walled City and Getsemaní with an English or Spanish guide. Expect stories of conquest, slavery, independence, San Pedro Claver, pirate defenses, local music, street art, and practical food tips. Guides may include Álvaro David, Dani, Legacy, Robert, Ingrid, Liz, or Rebeca.

“The guide, Legacy was his name, was great. Entertaining. Lots of good information. Was varied in what he covered - we even got to dance a bit. He seemd a bit nervous that he was talking a lot - there had been a negative review - but he should not be concerned. He does an amazing job giving great information. Great thing to do early in your stay in Cartegena”

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Stockholm: Ghost Walk and Historical Tour - Murders, plagues, and public executions
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Stockholm: Ghost Walk and Historical Tour

13.Stockholm: Ghost Walk and Historical Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 2,685 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $33

Walk through Stockholm’s Gamla Stan with a theatrical guide such as Cody, Callum, Chris, or Reece. In 1.5 hours, hear grim tales of murders, disease, executions, ghosts, and Stockholm’s early history while visiting narrow lanes, courtyards, old walls, and possibly a church crypt. Swedish and English tours are available.

“Cody was an amazing guide with lots of knowledge and a great deal of jokes. The tour is very grim and dark but that’s exactly what we liked about it. There are some steep and dark passages so definitely wear good footwear and you gotta be a bit fit. Thanks again to Cody for the lovely evening and the second best rat I’ve ever had.”

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Historical Walking Tour: Legends of Bruges - Gruuthusemuseum and Sint-Janshospitaal: wealth and care
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Historical Walking Tour: Legends of Bruges

14.Historical Walking Tour: Legends of Bruges

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,541 reviews · 2 hours 15 minutes (approx.)

This 2-hour-15-minute English walking tour takes you from Markt to Burg Square, with stops at the Belfort, Beguinage, Minnewater Lake, Michelangelo’s Madonna, and old trading quarters. Guides such as Louis, Victoria, Martin, Sander, and Wouter bring Bruges’ past to life with stories, local tips, and occasional chocolate samples. Groups can reach 24 people.

“Super duper knowledgeable tour guide. It was great to learn so much about what we were seeing in Bruge, plus guide gave us tips about where to eat and purchase things. Made suggestions on what other things we should do during our visit. Liked the tour so much we booked one for Ghent as well.”

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Edinburgh: Old Town History and Tales Walking Tour - Meeting at Caffe Nero beside the Adam Smith Statue
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Edinburgh: Old Town History and Tales Walking Tour

15.Edinburgh: Old Town History and Tales Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,361 reviews · 2 hours · from $24

Walk Edinburgh’s UNESCO-listed Old Town with an English-speaking guide such as Koffe, Max, Ben, Euan, or Graeme. Over two hours, visit Mercat Cross, St. Giles Cathedral, and the Grassmarket while hearing tales of Auld Reekie, the Scottish Enlightenment, local folklore, and Harry Potter inspirations. Comfortable shoes and weather-ready clothing are essential.

“We had an amazing Edinburgh tour experience. Our guide was truly a character incredibly funny, engaging, and full of personality. He had deep knowledge of the city’s history and shared fascinating behind-the-scenes stories that you don’t usually hear. We laughed a lot, learned so much, and genuinely enjoyed every moment. Highly recommended!”

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★ 4.7Évora: Private & Flexible Walking Tour in Historic CenterFrom $973 reviews
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