Best History Walking Tours — Our Top 15

History and Hauntings of Salem Guided Walking Tour - Essex Street follows an older path through Salem

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

Walk Salem for about two hours with guides such as Lisa, Michael, Sean, and Ryan, visiting the Witch Trials Memorial, Ropes Mansion, Witch House, and McIntire District. Expect history, ghost lore, modern witches, and an outdoor route in all weather.

“My husband and I had such a great experience during our tour! Henry was very knowledgeable and entertaining while he guided us through parts of Salem and into the past to to late 1600s all the way to the early 1990s! It was amazing to learn about the witch trials and how Salem became the city it is today! I definitely recommend bundling up and enjoying this tour for anyone wanting to learn about the history of the Salem witch trials.”

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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, Ricardo, Beatrice, or Anna, walking from Bairro Alto through Baixa and Alfama. You’ll ride a classic tram, visit major landmarks, hear about the 1755 earthquake and 1974 revolution, and pause for coffee and pastel de nata.

“Tour was great! Our guide was very knowledgeable and the experience was well worth it.”

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Amsterdam: Life of Anne Frank and World War II Walking Tour

3.Amsterdam: Life of Anne Frank and World War II Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 10,467 reviews · from $37

Walk Amsterdam’s Jewish Quarter with guides such as Jonas, Martina, Yoshi, and Manuel, tracing Anne Frank’s family story, Dutch Resistance sites, and WWII memory. You’ll see the Portuguese Synagogue, Jewish Historical Museum, Auschwitz Monument, and Anne Frank House façade in two focused hours.

“Manuel was the most knowledgeable guide. He was enthusiastic in his delivery and wish to impart as much informationabout the history of Anne Frank's family and the Amsterdam Jewish community during WW11. He made it relevant and interactive for the teenagers and adults alike. I would thoroughly recommend him to all who have the privilege to hear him.”

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Berlin: Third Reich & Cold War Guided Walking Tour

4.Berlin: Third Reich & Cold War Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 8,378 reviews · 2 hours · from $23

Walk about 2 kilometers from Brandenburg Gate to Checkpoint Charlie while your guide connects Nazi Germany, the Holocaust, Berlin’s division, and reunification. Expect a brisk two-hour route, strong storytelling, outdoor memorials, and guides such as Maggie, Mikey, Ciaran, or Ben, depending on the departure.

“Great tour, our guide Jim was excellent. Would recommend!”

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Boston: Freedom Trail History Small Group Walking Tour

5.Boston: Freedom Trail History Small Group Walking Tour

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

Follow Boston’s full Freedom Trail from Boston Common to Copp’s Hill Terrace with a historian guide. Expect a 2.5-hour walk through Revolutionary sites, lively storytelling, and time for questions. Guides such as Jon, Maura, Mark, and Alejandro are praised for making the past clear and memorable.

“Fantastic tour guide and a great walking tour of the city. Great history and city tour. I would highly recommend.”

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Historic Charleston Guided Sightseeing Walking Tour

6.Historic Charleston Guided Sightseeing Walking Tour

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

Start at Charleston City Hall and walk with a licensed local guide through the French Quarter, past Dock Street Theatre, Rainbow Row, and the Battery. Guides such as Evans Byrd, Al, Dennis, and Duggar are known for clear storytelling, architecture, and practical city tips. Expect flat streets, no public restroom stops, and all-weather operation.

“I thoroughly enjoyed this walking tour with our tour guide , Evans. He was highly knowledgeable, insightful, and inspirational, as he shared his stories connected with each point of interest. I now have a much greater and deeper understanding of American history and Charleston’s place in it. I highly recommend this tour.”

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Munich: Third Reich & WWII Walking Tour

7.Munich: Third Reich & WWII Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 6,181 reviews · 2.5 hours - 165 minutes · from $31

Walk Munich’s Nazi-era landmarks with an English or German guide for up to 165 minutes. See the Hofbräuhaus, Feldherrnhalle, Königsplatz, and White Rose sites while guides such as Steve, Michael, Josh, and Alex explain how Hitler’s movement took root.

“Our guide Florian was exceptional, he was very knowledgeable about all things Munich, WWII and the Third Reich. We are students of history and we thought the tour was fantastic. Would absolutely recommend to anyone visiting Munich!”

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Berlin’s Best: 2 Hour Walking Tour Third Reich and the Cold War

8.Berlin’s Best: 2 Hour Walking Tour Third Reich and the Cold War

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5,486 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $24

Walk from Brandenburg Gate to Checkpoint Charlie with guides such as Glen, Maggie, Mikey, or Tom, stopping at the Reichstag, Holocaust Memorial, Hitler’s bunker site, Berlin Wall, and Checkpoint Charlie. Expect a brisk, serious, and often witty two-hour introduction to Berlin’s 20th-century history.

“Pete F was great, excellent stories and tips, really explained it all well. It was cold but he still spent all the team and gave all the detail”

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Third Reich Berlin: Hitler and WWII Walking Tour

9.Third Reich Berlin: Hitler and WWII Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,301 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $24

Walk central Berlin with guides such as Maria, Ru, Paul, Chris, and Ciarán, linking the Reichstag, Holocaust Memorial, Hitler’s bunker, Nazi ministries, and Soviet memorials. Expect serious history, clear storytelling, about 5,000 steps, and an outdoor route best suited to comfortable shoes and warm layers.

“Pete F was an awesome tour guide! Very knowledgeable and passionate, with a great sense of humour. Lots of significant sites included in the walk. Well worth it if you’re a ww2 buff.”

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Savannah History and Haunts Candlelit Ghost Walking Tour

10.Savannah History and Haunts Candlelit Ghost Walking Tour

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

Walk Savannah by lantern for 90 minutes with guides such as Dan, Kel, or Kendra, hearing documented history, legends, murders, executions, and ghost tales. The tone is thoughtful rather than theatrical, with no jump scares. The route begins near Chippewa Square and ends at Colonial Park Cemetery.

“Dan was an incredible storyteller teller. He invited us into the history and weaved a picture that allowed us to appreciate and respect the facts. He made us feel very safe and the walking trail was easy/moderate the entire time. We will definitely be recommending Dan!”

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Historic Savannah Guided Walking Tour

11.Historic Savannah Guided Walking Tour

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

Walk Savannah’s Historic District with a local guide for about two hours. You’ll see squares, Forsyth Park, River Street, Factors Walk, Colonial Park Cemetery, and historic homes while hearing stories about the city, its architecture, generals, and past. Headsets help you hear clearly in groups of up to 30.

“We have been in Savannah many times before and know the city pretty well. But we had friends from out of town visiting and decided to take a walking tour so they could get the essence of the city’s history. We had an excellent, knowledgeable guide who focused on the history of Savannah with energy and humor. He chose a great sampling of sites to visit. Also, the microphones and ear pieces worked really well. That’s not always the case. It was well worth the ticket price.”

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A History of Terror – Belfast City Centre Walking Tour

12.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, learning how The Troubles shaped the city. Visit City Hall, the Cathedral Quarter, and the Beacon of Hope. Headsets help you follow the talk in a group of up to 25.

“Excellent tour. Miley was a phenomenal guide. Would highly recommend to anyone who wants to learn some fascinating history about Belfast.”

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New Orleans Garden District History Walking Tour

13.New Orleans Garden District History Walking Tour

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

Walk New Orleans’ Garden District with guides such as Caroline, Angie, Shawn, or Sean. Hear stories of antebellum life, above-ground burials, famous homes, film locations, and local culture. The small-group tour lasts about two hours, with cemetery history explained from outside the closed gates.

“Caroline was great! Very knowledgeable & answered lots of questions too. We would never have known the history & details without her!”

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Fontainhas Heritage Walk by Make It Happen

14.Fontainhas Heritage Walk by Make It Happen

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

Walk Panaji’s colorful Fontainhas quarter with guides such as Hinaz, Alita, Joan, or Trancy. Expect stories about Goan culture, Portuguese architecture, a stop for traditional sweets and refreshments, entry to heritage buildings, and live music from a local performer.

“Trancy was a very informative & great tour guide… so friendly and personable. My husband and I were really lucky to be in a group of 3 at 6pm on a Sunday. We walked some very pretty and historic back streets that we never knew were therRead more”

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French Quarter Historical Sights and Stories Walking Tour

15.French Quarter Historical Sights and Stories Walking Tour

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

Walk the French Quarter for about two hours with a local guide such as Scott, Tim, Libby, Renée, or Yvonne. Expect stories about architecture, religion, food, politics, and culture, plus practical dining and sightseeing tips. Groups are capped at 12 people, and the tour ends at Jackson Square.

“Scott was not only informative but he was polite, engaging and genuinely had so much fun telling the stories!! I’ve been to NOLA several times but learned many things by taking this tour. Great experience!”

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