Sometimes it’s easier to hand over to the experts. If you’re bored of spending hours planning the perfect itinerary and researching your destination, you’re probably a good candidate for a Travel Planning service. Then why not add some pre-booked city tours to help you make the most of your stay when you get there?
The best city tours can help you see the most interesting places, more quickly, with skip-the-line tickets. They can help kids learn more from museums, and help families experience the local culture in an unexpected way. They’re perfect for you if you want to let someone else do the planning and research, allowing you to sit back and discover alongside your family.
So whether you’re heading to London, Paris or further afield, and looking for a new slant on the city, check out our favorite city tours for families…
City Tours For Foodies
Paris Market Tour for Kids – Discover the world of French cuisine with your children as they touch, see, and taste a variety of fresh produce, cheeses, charcuterie, and pastries. Visiting Marché d’Aligre and Marché Beauvau, you’ll get a dedicated guide to help you find the best croissant around!
For Skip-the-Line Tickets
Uffizi Museum and Galleries Private Guided Tour in Florence – Notorious for its long queues (not fun the summer heat), the Uffizi Gallery is too good to miss. This private guided tour includes skip-the-line tickets as well as fun commentary, interactive games and quizzes to keep the kids entertained.
For a Destination Deep-Dive
Private NYC Tour with Fun Activities for Families and Kids – Keep the kids entertained and learning at the same time on this private tour of New York City. Experience some of the Big Apple’s most famous sights, from Times Square to the Rockefeller Center, and more, with a local guide who knows how to keep children and adults happy, and can curate a tour to your time limits.
Amsterdam Interactive Kids Tour in the City – This 1.5 hour walking tour is ideal for younger kids, who will discover the city’s canals and learn why they are so special, spot the mysterious hoisting beams and unique facades, hear the inspiring story of Anne Frank and find out surprising features throughout the city.
Megapass Lisbon City Pass Deluxe – Choose 3 top landmarks, from the likes of Jerónimos Monastery, Quinta da Regaleira, and Lisbon Zoo. Together with 72 hours of public transport, this pass gives you 3-day access to all the spots you want to visit on your Lisbon trip.
City Tours for Teens
Renaissance, Revolution, and Resistance: A Paris History Tour for Teens – A great option if you’re visiting Paris with teens. This French history tour is designed with teens in mind, discovering what it was really was for key characters involved in the September massacre and wandering the streets where members of the Resistance plotted their next actions.
Private Tour of East London Graffiti & Street Art – A popular choice for teens, this 3-hour walking tour helps you discover the unique street art of the area, with the help of a guide to show you around on a private tour. Learn all about the difference between graffiti and street art, the local scene, and how local history has shaped the area’s artistic present. Read more about visiting London with teens.
For Arts & Culture
Montmartre Tour for Kids with Sacré-Coeur – One of our favorite parts of Paris, Montmartre is home to winding, cobbled streets and crooked buildings. You may see where Picasso or Toulouse-Lautrec once spent hours creating paintings and drawings inside their art studios, or where Van Gogh lived. Grab a hot chocolate at one of Modigliani’s favorite cafes or stop to sketch some of the sights.
Tokyo Pop Culture Tour for Kids – A must-do for fans of anime, Pokémon or gaming. Kids under 12 will love experiencing this city and its electric lights, noisy arcades, and vibrant otaku culture, from a family-friendly guide.
City Tours for History Fans
Private Greek Mythology for Kids Tour – A great option for older kids, this private guided tour teaches the exciting stories of gods, goddesses, heroes, and monsters in a way that’s accessible and engaging to younger visitors, while showing off sights and landmarks around Athens.
Colosseum Gladiator Tour for Kids – If they’re learning about ancient Rome, they’ll love this immersive tour, led by expert guides to bring this iconic landmark to life. From epic tales of gladiators to the awe-inspiring grandeur of the Flavian Amphitheatre, every moment is engaging and exciting!
Looking for more new ways to plan your family travel? Get in touch with our Travel Planning team for help with destination inspiration, logistics and finding the best family-friendly accommodation.