Top Piedmont & Liguria Historical Tours

Scout out Turin’s mysterious side on a 2.5-hour evening tour with a local guide. Home to an array of beguiling landmarks tucked away in clandestine corners, Turin has long been associated with magic and the occult. Hear all about it, and learn about the city’s black and white magic ‘souls’ as you explore by coach.

See the Cinque Terre from a kayak, and stop to snorkel near Punta Mesco, too. Offering a way to avoid the busy footpaths where most Cinque Terre visitors go, this kayak experience showcases the sights from the water instead. Paddle with a guide to learn about Monterosso al Mare, and don't worry about being left behind in the water - the tour takes place with a maximum of just 10 people so assistance is always nearby.

If you are docked in La Spezia and puzzling over how to visit the picturesque fishing villages of the Cinque Terre along the coast, this shore excursion saves you the trouble of organizing the logistics on your own. Visit the villages of Vernazza and Monterosso with a guide, stopping to taste the local lemon liqueur, Limoncino. End your day with free time in Monterosso, the largest of the five villages, before heading back to La Spezia.

See one of Europe’s most beautiful medieval abbeys, and spend time exploring it during this 5-hour tour of Sacra di San Michele from Turin. Travel to Mt. Pirchiriano to the abbey that’s known worldwide for inspiring the film The Name of the Rose, which stars Sean Connery.

Explore Turin from a unique perspective with this one-of-a-kind tour that takes you deep beneath the city. Follow your guide below ground to discover secret tunnels under the city’s citadel, royal ice depots beneath Porta Palazzo, and a WWII air raid shelter. Learn about Turin’s history through the lens of its hidden underground sights, overlooked by most visitors.

Welcome to Turin the magical city par excellence! Let yourself be enchanted by its history and its legends In this walking tour you'll visit the famous Roman Quadrilatero, the oldest area of Turin and its court of myracles. I'll talk about seers and beautiful sorceress and about the triangles of magic Why is Turin considered magical? Have you ever heard of alchemical caves and the philosopher's stone? My itineraries are exciting and leave the freedom to browse the city in full autonomy. In a coffee bar I involve you in my stories and then I give you a map with a marked itinerary to reach the narrated places. At the end we'll meet again for the last curiosity An amulet for you: a lucky charm linked to the history of the city The experience starts with minimum 2 people If you participate in the tour on the day of your arrival, I will give you suggestions on museums, restaurants, itineraries to organize your stay and enjoy the city Here you will find a friend, if you are a family or in company, the itinerary will be more fun

Explore the city of Genoa with ease on a Segway during this small-group sightseeing tour. Learn about the importance of this historic port city as you zoom around historic landmarks including the Old Port district, the UNESCO-listed Caruggi area, and the Ducal Palace. End your tour with a relaxed walk along the seafront in the Porto Antico. All necessary equipment is provided and no previous Segway experience is necessary.

Skip the exhausting hikes and fast train rides and experience Cinque Terre by e-bike on a 4-hour guided tour. The bike's electric motor allows you to maximize your time and traverse the hilly terrain with ease. Eat traditional focaccia and taste locally produced wine during a break at the Sanctuary of Soviore. The scenic route also includes stops at charming churches, including Soviore and San Giovanni Battista.

Get to know Genoa on a 4-hour walking tour of the city’s historic sights with stops along the way to sample local delicacies. Learn about the city’s past battles and innovations. Visit local shops to try delicious hand-made focaccia, and sip local wines inside a wine shop. Meet the people who give the city its vibrant character while you explore on foot on a 3-mile walking tour past landmarks like one of the world’s first banks, and the birthplace of denim.

The Royal Palace and Egyptian Museum are two of Turin’s blockbuster sights, but visiting them back-to-back can be overwhelming. With this tour, save time with skip-the-line tickets and head straight to the highlights with a guide to cover both in just hours. Tour the baroque halls of the “Palazzo Reale”, ending at the Chapel of the Holy Shroud, then head to the “Museo Egizio”, home to dazzling ancient art and artifacts.

Maximize your time at the Egyptian Museum of Turin, and explore the gallery’s wealth of Egyptian artifacts with a prebooked ticket and guide. Saving you time on admission lines, the tour takes you straight to the highlights. Hear the stories behind the ancient mummies, and learn about the Pharaohs and their jewelry as you explore. Numbers are capped at 15 for a small-group experience.

Update 10/06/2020 We operate the tour safely respecting all the guidelines (the guide will wear a mask and keep recommended social distance) We will walk through picturesque old paths called "creuze" which connect the sea with the surrounding hills ; they only can be found in Liguria and particularly in Genoa. We will discover the best panoramic views and you will get to know a bit of history of the city through original songs/tales accompanied on guitar, a definitely original way to visit a place !!

This tour is focused on the past and present beauty of Turin in terms of architecture, art, curious stories and Turin's lifestyle, under the lively magic of the evening lights or in the afternoon. Turin is also a smart and easy day trip from Milan by train (1 hour journey, fares from €10 one way by "Italo" trains). We'll visit the medieval and Roman district, my favorite, where I have chosen to live and that I know far and wide, with its cobblestone streets and picturesque houses, the market and its hidden gems, the oldest part of Turin and where real people live. With me you'll see a less touristic face of Turin, not easy to discovery on your own or with other guides, far from the usual highlights. With an attention to detail that all tourists miss. - Is it true that Turin people are cold and fake? - Why is Turin such an underrated city? - Did you know that the aperitif was born in Turin? - Have you ever been in a "infernotto"? - The reputation of Turin as a magical city...is it true? Don't expect to just walking and listening: get ready to chat, ask questions and discuss Turin's past, present and future, far beyond the surface, on a trip from 2022 to 15 BC. I suggest this tour if you want to understand the city with a NATIVE Art and Cinema historian, born and raised in Turin, who knows many intriguing anecdotes and unique places that you couldn't otherwise find on your own. My style is ironical, informal and interactive: forget about the guides with the umbrella, their list of dates and big groups, because I want to give 100% of my time and attention to everyone. Consider me your witty LOCAL FRIEND, not a guide! To get an idea of why this tour is the most popular and the most imitated in Turin, take a look at the website link in my profile at the (already more than 500) reviews, all positive, of those who have done it before you. At the end of the visit, you will see Turin with different eyes and you will not have missed anything that alone you could not have found or fully appreciated. It is an investment of time and money that makes the difference, not only in my opinion, but also in the first place by those who have done it before you. Consider that even the Turinese themselves book this visit to really get to know the city, in an unprecedented way or even as a gift for family members, friends, ecc. Who are regularly crazy about it, because living in a city is not enough to get to know it thoroughly and more in a curious and intriguing way. ∎∎∎ IMPORTANT: ALWAYS WRITE ME BEFORE BOOKING (NO calls please since while I'm working I don't take any call) to 00 39 33 94 60 48 85 - how many people + age - dates and hours you wish - spoken languages Possible schedules: 6 or 9pm I ORGANIZE MY TOUR ONLY UPON WRITTEN CONTACT since it can be in 4 languages and at different times to be agreed together (and unfortunately we do not receive the notifications of the questions written here on the site). Thanks! Ciao!

Meet your guide at the entrance of the palace and start exploring the halls and rooms where the Savoia, the Italian royal family used to live. Learn about the secrets and the legends around the royals and discover their golden treasure: a stunning palace celebrating luxury. Visit the amazing throne room, a brilliant example of the Italian baroque style. Gold and gemstones embellish the magnificent hall, symbol of the opulence of that period. Enter the royal office where the king signed his coronation documents, and many other fascinating and luxurious chambers, such as the ballroom or the apartments. Finally, end your visit with the baroque Chapel of the Holy Shroud, which was built exactly to preserve the Holy Shroud. Even though you will not find it there anymore, because a big fire threatened to destroy it, this is definitely a place worth visiting.

Born in Turin and always lived in Turin, she knows all the most characteristic points of the Palace, the most important but also the most particular objects. A view of the Turin Cathedral from the top of the chapel designed by Guarino Guarini, reopened in 2018 after a long restoration following the 1997 fire, with a description full of details and peculiarities. The Royal Armory has one-of-a-kind finds from every era. In addition, one hour free visit of the historic center in its main points.

Discover one of Turin’s highlight landmarks without any hassle—this skip-the-line, Private tour of the Royal Palace of Turin makes logistics seamless. Pick between morning and afternoon tour times, and meet your guide right outside of the landmark. With your priority entry, you’ll head straight inside the UNESCO World Heritage Site. Learn about the Savoy royalty who once inhabited the palace, see the Royal Armory and Library, explore the Gardens, and even stop by the Turin Cathedral.

The Egyptian Museum is one of the most popular attractions in Turin but waiting in the long line to enter can eat into your sightseeing time. With this tour, enjoy fast-track admission and take in the vast collection’s highlights in just a few hours with a guide. Learn about ancient Egyptian culture and history while admiring world-class art and artifacts including decorated sarcophagi, statue of Ramses II, and vast papyrus collection.

Medieval Genoa, the mysterious Genoa and the oldest Genoa, and the "Movida" district. An alternative tour to discover small secrets hidden in the labyrinth of alleys of the largest pedestrian historical center in Europe. A way to immerse yourself in history and legend, also visiting the most important monuments and places.

Turin is undoubtedly a beautiful city with a lot of attractions: the world-famous museums, the UNESCO-listed Savoy residences, elegant squares and streets that often hide mysterious stories. How do you get around if you don't know the city? Through this itinerary I will show you the most fascinating places in the city, allowing you to see them with the eyes and the passion of a Turin's tourism professional.

Enjoy 2 hours guided experience and together with an expert tour guide and discover the magnificent Royal Palace of Turin, UNESCO World Heritage site. Explore the Savoy Royal Family palace and hear about their secrets and stories. Admire the Mirror room, the Ball’s room and many other places where Royals lived. While strolling around be amazed by the elegant and luxurious furnishings of the Royal apartments. Continue your guided tour to the amazing Royal Armory, where it features one of the world’s largest collections of weapons and to the Royal Library, which conserves more than 200.000 volumes, ancient maps, engravings, notes and drawings. Do not miss the unique chance to make a jump into the past throughout the history of the Italian Royal Family of Savoy.

You will travel along the Time from first millenniums of the Man history to the end of Muslim's Era (632 AD). You will see the complete tomb of Kha and Merit, inviolate tomb, never found before, like Tuthankhamon in Cairo. Three floors of wonderful finds, unveiled by a passionate authorized Tour Guide. Up to half day dedicated to You.

See Cinque Terre from another perspective: from a boat at sea. Spend a full day sailing along the Italian riviera, viewing the five seaside towns and learning about the history of the area from your skipper. Drink in the views of the colorful villages that hug the coastline. Learn some sailing tips from the crew. Stop to swim in the shimmering sea. And then indulge in a lunch of Ligurian specialties, washing it down with some locally produced wine. Participants are limited to just 10 people on this small-group tour, ensuring plenty of personalized attention.

Short and highly selective information in the audio commentary for tourist attractions in around Turin Highlights of this Self-Guided Audio Tour • It allows you to go as per your own convenience of time, pace and locations; skip the content that doesn't interest you and listen longer with content that does interest you. • Not necessary to download any location tracking apps, Audio guide can be listen it on online (or) offline. •Available in multiple languages, you can choose the one which you’re more comfortable with. • It is one of the best option with lowest price when compared to hiring a tour guide. •If you have any questions about any attractions, No worries we will answer in your language instantly by message.

Embark on a quest where you will discover Genoa's Historical Centre. Solve clues and unlock stories on your phone, as you discover the Christopher Columbus' House, the Doge's Palace, Palazzo San Giorgio and many more. As you solve challenges, the story unfolds and exact directions on your phone will guide you to the next location. So, are you up for an exciting city game?. Highlights include: • Walk along Genoa’s famous wonders and admire some of the most appreciated places: Calata Falcone e Borsellino, Piazza Banchi and others. • Enjoy a uniquely crafted story brought to you by our talented writers. • Solve clues to find local stories and hidden gems as you explore. • Find out why Genoa was called 'The Superb One'. • Discover important historical buildings such as St George Palace, one of the first banks in Europe • Try a new type of experience, the perfect mix between a tour, outdoor escape game, and treasure hunt.