The 11 Best Walking Tours Around the World

1.Walk & Canal Tour: Copenhagen Highlights + Changing of the Guards

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 580 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $77Our pick

Spend about three hours with a small group of up to 15 people, walking from Central Station through Copenhagen’s historic center before taking an electric harbor ferry to the Little Mermaid and ending at Amalienborg. English-speaking guides include Michael, Maybritt, Mia, Eric, and Otto.

“Very informative in learning about Copenhagen culture , past and present. Also the rich history. Felt our guide was very helpful and knowledgeable”

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2.Sightseeing Walking Tour with Ferry Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 296 reviews · 2 hours · from $47

Spend two hours exploring Bergen’s Fish Market, Bryggen, St. Mary’s Church, old lanes, and central squares with an English-speaking guide such as Don or Ani. Finish with a 30-minute ferry ride around the harbor and nearby islands. Small groups, local stories, and practical tips make this a useful first look at Bergen.

“This was by far the best walking tour we have ever done. Both my wife & I agree. Our guide was extremely knowledgeable, could answer questions from across many different perspectives . Also the passion to be a tour guide separates someone’s need to be so. Educational”

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3.Lisbon Hidden Gems Walk: Traditions, Lunch and Ferry ride

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 279 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $48

Start in Mouraria with a local guide, then walk through old Lisbon for Fado stories, coffee, pastel de nata, Rossio, and Carmo Convent. Cross the Tagus by ferry to Cacilhas for seafood rice, wine, and city views. Groups max out at 14, and guides may include Maria, Carlos, Filipe, or Guilherme.

“Carlos was the BEST! Great informational and fun trip! We’d do it again! Great food great company great history!”

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4.Victoria Bites and Sights Walking + Ferry (winter Sat, Sun)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 242 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $63

Spend 2.5 hours walking central Victoria with an English-speaking guide such as Fish, Gary, Julie, or Roberto. Sample small bites and drinks, visit Chinatown and Market Square, and cross the harbour by water taxi. It suits first-time visitors who want history, orientation, and a light food experience.

“Roberto was a great tour guide! Very engaging and dynamic in his delivery of history facts and local culture. He was very thoughtful to capture some great photos of us. We had some delicious bites and also walked away with recommendations on what to do after.”

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5.Asian Side Walking Tour with Ferry Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 224 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $29Best value

Meet your English-speaking guide at Istanbul’s Spice Bazaar, cross to Kadıköy by public ferry, and spend an hour exploring its market, antique shops, bar streets, tram-lined avenue, and colorful side streets. Guides such as Haluk and Emre add local food and transport advice.

“very informative guide. the Asian side is very different and more relaxed than the European side.”

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6.Guided Bus and Walking Tour with Staten Island Ferry

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 209 reviews · 6 hours · from $79

See New York’s major sights from a climate-controlled bus, with guided walks at Central Park, Rockefeller Center, Fifth Avenue, and the 9/11 Memorial. Your English-speaking guide, such as Rachel, Kevin, or Steve, adds local stories before you ride the Staten Island Ferry for Statue of Liberty views.

“Brendan was a fantastic guide who really knew his onions. He knew so much about every landmark and everywhere in between. It was brilliant being driven on a warm, glass topped bus especially as it was -8 outside. Would highly recommend this trip, great value for money.”

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7.North Vancouver Walking tour with Local Tastings and Ferry ride

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 58 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $108

Cross Vancouver Harbour by Seabus, then follow a guide through Lonsdale Quay and the Shipyards District for six food tastings and three alcoholic drinks. Guides such as Rachel, Kelsey, Kate, and Anna bring local history and humor to a three-hour, 10-block walk for up to 16 people.

“Tour was our introduction to North Vancouver- or so we hoped. It turned out to be centred around the mall ( 4 of the 9 stops) beside the Seabus terminal. We were expecting information on the history of shipbuilding in the area. We were lucky (psychic?) to have visited the MONOVA beforehand so we had some facts about the area and its successes and failures over the years.”

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8.Historic Pubs Walking & Ferry, Food & Drink Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 56 reviews · 3h 30m · from $129

Spend 3.5 hours walking Boston’s North End, Charlestown, and downtown with an English-speaking guide such as Alvin, Martin, or Big Al. Visit Warren Tavern and another historic pub, ride the harbor ferry, sample appetizers and drinks, and finish with a North End pastry.

“Our reservation had to be changed from the pubs tour to the North End Pizza Tour. Big Al was our tour guide for the North End Pizza Tour and he was AMAZING! Lively, knowledgeable, and so friendly. We had a blast throughout the whole tour. It was a very hot and humid day, but Big Al took great care of us, keeping water in our hands at all times and keeping us in the shade and A/C as much as possible. The value for the money was great. I would highly recommend this tour for all foodies and anyone interested in Boston’s history.”

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9.Best of Zürich & Surroundings: Walking Tour, Cable Car and Ferry

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 26 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $105

Start at 1 pm in Zurich with a local guide, then tour the Old Town, financial district, university quarter, Lake Zurich, and Golden Coast. A ferry crossing and cable car to Felsenegg add fine views, though the ride may be replaced by the Dolder cogwheel train during maintenance.

“I didn’t like that it was in Spanish and English. I thought I signed up for English. So I think it could’ve been Better I signed up for an English chore. There’s only one Spanish-speaking on our bus. I think it should’ve been on another tour not ours. but otherwise our guide did her best !”

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10.Lisbon Hidden Gems Walk: Traditions, Lunch & Ferry Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 12 reviews · 4 hours · from $68

Meet your English-speaking guide at Hotel Mundial and walk through Mouraria, Rossio, Baixa, and Chiado. Along the way, enjoy coffee, pastries, beer, a ferry ride, and a seafood lunch with wine in Cacilhas. The small group is listed as up to 9 participants in the activity details, though another description says 14.

“Very good tour. Not much uphill climb. 3 stops for 2nd breakfast, beer and seafood rice lunch were delicious and worth the price. Just a little too much on Fado music history though. Guide easy going, informative and very professional. Strongly recommend. Good value!”

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11.Scenic Bergen: Port to Port History, Alleys, & Bryggen Walk

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $0

Join I Love Bergen for a two-hour walk from the port-side Nøstet district to Bryggen. Guides such as Magda, Jordan, Jeff, and Dane explain Bergen’s past and present while leading you through narrow lanes, Nordnes, the fish market, Vågsbunnen, and the UNESCO-listed wharf.

“We had a fantastic tour with Dane, friendly, knowledgeable, funny... we really enjoyed this activity and recommend it without reservation.”

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