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Thematic paths that take you to the unseen side of destinations.

Italy
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Germany
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France
England
Spain
Denmark
Austria
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Cyprus
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  • Europe
  • Italy
  • Venice

A stroll along the enchanting bridges of Venice

A walk through romantic canals to discover Venice’s countless bridges
Easy
2:00
11
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  • Europe
  • Spain
  • Barcelona

Gaudì in Barcelona

In any corner of Barcelona, one encounters Gaudí. He is present everywhere with his art that shapes the city's streets.
Regular
2:30
6
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  • Europe
  • Italy
  • Venice

Venetian noble palaces

A route aimed at discovering the wonderful Venetian stately palaces located on the banks of the city's magical canals
Regular
1:15
6
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  • Europe
  • Italy
  • Florence

The medieval tower houses of Florence

An itinerary entirely focused on a very special type of dwelling, of which only a few examples remain in Florence.
Easy
0:45
6
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  • Europe
  • Germany
  • Hamburg

Saint Pauli in Hamburg: From Harbour Quarter to Entertainment Hub

Through insightful storytelling discover the curiosities and highlights of this worldwide-famous neighbourhood.
Easy
1:30
7
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  • Europe
  • Spain
  • Seville

The Royal Alcazar Palace of Seville

Uncover royal secrets and Moorish influence with our immersive audio guide at Seville's Royal Alcazar Palace
Easy
1:45
8
<p>(by George E. Koronaios, CC BY-SA 4.0 Wikimedia Commons)</p>
  • Europe
  • Greece
  • Athens

Exploring Athens’ Byzantine architectural gems

Unveiling a forgotten empire: the Byzantine Legacy
Easy
1:30
5
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  • Europe
  • Italy
  • Milan

Biking along the ancient gateways of Milan

Discover bites of Milanese history through the city walls and Milan's ancient "Porte" (gates)
Easy
2:30
10
<p>(image by Ilona Frey)</p>
  • Europe
  • Italy
  • Camonica Valley

Exploring Roman footprints in the enchanting Camonica Valley

Immerse yourself in nature, walk and breathe among the wonderful mountains of the Camonica Valley, and then suddenl
Easy
1:30
3
<p>(by Nikos D. Karabelas, CC BY 4.0 Wikimedia Commons)</p>
  • Europe
  • Greece
  • Xanthi

Harmonies of Heritage: Exploring Manos Hatzidakis’ Musical Legacy in Xanthi

Immerse in Hatzidakis' life, music & Xanthi's cultural tapestry
Easy
1:00
4
FREE
<p>(by Francescogb, CC BY-SA 3.0 Wikimedia Commons)</p>
  • Europe
  • Italy
  • Camonica Valley

Memories of Guelphs and Ghibellines among mountain landscapes

Exploring ancient rivalries in a wonderful Italian Alpine valley
Regular
2:30
5
FREE
<p>Östersund view from Fröson (by Henning Schaub)</p>
  • Europe
  • Sweden
  • Jamtland
  • Ostersund

Östersund, a journey through its history: from beginnings to innovation.

Chronicles of Östersund: a pathway unraveling the tapestry of time's transformation
Regular
1:15
4
FREE
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  • Europe
  • Portugal
  • Lisbon

Azulejos odyssey: unveiling Lisbon’s artistic tapestry

Explore Lisbon's Azulejos: art, history, and beauty in ceramic tiles.
Easy
2:15
5
<p>(by Giancarlo Dessì, CC BY-SA 3.0 Wikimedia Commons)</p>
  • Europe
  • Italy
  • Cagliari
  • Sardinia

The legendary dark myth behind the Count’s castle

A truly breathtaking climb to discover a castle shrouded in mystery.
Regular
0:45
4
FREE
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  • Europe
  • Italy
  • Venice

Venice: the adventures of Giacomo Casanova

Through Venetian alleys you'll discover the captivating history of Giacomo Casanova, a figure of unparalleled intrigue.
Easy
2:15
10
<p>(by Anto bozzini, CC BY-SA 3.0 Wikimedia Commons)</p>
  • Europe
  • Italy
  • Milan

Mediolanum

A walk through the remains of the ancient Roman Empire
Easy
2:30
11
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  • Europe
  • Italy
  • Florence

The Guilds of Florence

An itinerary entirely devoted to the Florentine trade guilds that contributed so much to the city's wealth and prestige.
Easy
1:00
6
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  • Europe
  • Ireland
  • Dublin

Following Viking traces in Dublin

A walk to uncover Viking heritage
Easy
2:30
13
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  • Europe
  • Italy
  • Sardinia

The myth of Garibaldi narrated through his island

An itinerary recounting Garibaldi's incredible life through some iconic places on the island he owned
Regular
4:00
7
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  • Europe
  • Iceland
  • Reykjavik

Leif Erikson’s Viking quest: uncover Reykjavik’s Norse heritage

Explore Reykjavik's Viking legacy with Leif Erikson's spirit.
Easy
2:00
4
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  • Europe
  • Greece
  • Athens

Hadrian’s Athens

A walk through the influence of one great city to another.
Regular
2:00
8
<p>Portrait of giuseppe verdi, by Giovanni Boldini (1886)</p>
  • Europe
  • Italy
  • Milan

Giuseppe Verdi in Milan

Discovering Giuseppe Verdi in Milan and his 'most beautiful opera'
Easy
3:00
10
<p>(by Daniele Castagnino, CC BY-SA 4.0 Wikimedia Commons)</p>
  • Europe
  • Italy
  • Aosta

Augusta Prætoria: the Romans in Aosta

A pleasant walk that aims to rediscover Aosta's magnificent Roman remains
Easy
1:30
9
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  • Europe
  • Italy
  • Perugia

Perugia: Following the footsteps of the Etruscans

A stroll through wonderful alleys retracing the ancient origins of Perugia
Easy
1:15
4
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  • Europe
  • Greece
  • Athens

The Acropolis of Athens

Tour the sacred rock with the right background
Regular
1:00
8
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  • Europe
  • Germany
  • Munich

The “Six Sisters” of Munich

Munich is a city of art and, historically, an important centre of power and development, yet characterised by a unique c
Easy
3:00
7
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  • Europe
  • France
  • Paris

Paris: retracing the key places of the French Revolution

Paris is culture, history, art, literature, fashion and, historically, a place of freedom and revolutionary spirit.
Easy
5:30
5
<p>(by Biggs, CC BY 2.0, Flickr)</p>
  • Norcia
  • Europe
  • Italy

The millennial history of Norcia

A journey aimed at discovering the extraordinary history of Norcia from its very ancient origins to the modern age.
Easy
0:30
6
FREE
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  • Europe
  • Greece
  • Athens

A walk through history and mythology exploring the twelve Olympian gods

Let’s indulge in a legendary walk among ruins, archaeological parks and beautiful city perks.
Easy
2:45
13
<p>(by Daniel Capilla, CC BY-SA 4.0  Wikimedia Commons)</p>
  • Europe
  • Spain
  • Malaga

Malaga: Pablo Picasso

An audio guided walk discovering the Spanish artistic genius through Malaga's characteristic streets.
Easy
1:00
8
<p>(by Parma1983, CC BY-SA 4.0 Wikimedia Commons)</p>
  • Europe
  • Italy
  • Genoa

Rapallo: between history, natural trails and legend

A hike from the historic city centre to the religious site and back.
Regular
3:00
5
<p>The Triumph of Aemilius Paulus</p>
  • Europe
  • Italy
  • Rome

Roman Empire: discovering Roman parades passing through the three Triumphal Arches

A walk through the ruins of the glorious empire’s centre: a voyage to discover those monuments built for celebration.
Easy
0:45
4
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  • Europe
  • Italy
  • Milan

City Life, a step into the future

A look at Milan's architectural avant-garde
Easy
0:30
5
<p>Guglielmo Marconi Square and the buildings of the Museum of Civilizations (by Andrea Ricci, via Wikimedia Commons)</p>
  • Europe
  • Italy
  • Rome

Fascist Architecture in Rome

An itinerary meant to discover Italian architecture in the capital during the fascist period
Easy
0:45
7
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  • Europe
  • Germany
  • Cologne

A “mindful” journey through the ruins of WWII in Cologne

Discovering the remains of the city that was bombed and destroyed over ninety per cent of its entirety
Regular
1:00
5
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  • Europe
  • Germany
  • Saarland

The Celtic ring fort

A journey back in time through forests and Celtic remains
1:30
4
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  • Europe
  • Greece
  • Ithaki

Ulysses in Ithaca, a journey through time

We retrace the steps of Ulysses on his return from one of the world's most famous journeys: the Odyssey.
Regular
1:15
3
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  • Europe
  • Italy
  • Valtellina

Bona Lombardi, the peasant girl who became a warrior

A story of adventure, courage and rebelliousness.
Easy
1:15
3
FREE
<p>Palazzo Vecchio, in which the Roman theater museum is located.</p>
  • Europe
  • Italy
  • Florence

The palaces of Medici power

A journey through the places of power of the Medici family in Florence
Hard
2:45
5
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  • Europe
  • Spain
  • Malaga

Discovering the splendours and Moorish past of Malaga

A walk that traces the history of the city and stops at the main arabesque points in Malaga.
Regular
2:45
3
<p>Landscape with Hocheppan Castle, South Tyrol (painting by F._C._Kiaerskou)</p>
  • Europe
  • Italy
  • Trentino

A medieval-themed itinerary linking the three castles of Eppan

A real leap into the past, in a fairytale atmosphere among castles, vineyards and forests.
Regular
2:00
5
FREE
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  • Europe
  • Austria
  • Vienna

Mozart in Vienna

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Vienna a unique symbiosis to be relived and rediscovered in the streets of this magnificent
Easy
2:00
6
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  • Europe
  • Italy
  • Venice

Venetian Ghetto

A short itinerary focused on the history of Europe's oldest ghetto
Easy
0:30
8
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  • Europe
  • Italy
  • Milan

Traces of the Duchy of Milan

A leap into the 13th - 16th centuries in the Duchy of Milan
Easy
2:00
5
FREE
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  • Europe
  • Italy
  • Florence

The genius of the Florentine architects

A real treasure hunt in search of details, creativity and beauty
Easy
3:00
8
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  • Europe
  • Italy
  • Milan

Leonardo: the genius in Milan

A unique tour for a special person. Explore Milan through the eyes of Leonardo da Vinci.
Easy
3:00
16
<p>&#8220;Macabre Dance&#8221; fresco (by Paolo da Reggio CC BY-SA 3.0 via Wikimedia Commons)</p>
  • Europe
  • Italy
  • Bergamo
  • Camonica Valley

The “Disciplini” in Camonica Valley

A religious order between salvation and suffering.
Easy
2:30
4
FREE
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  • Europe
  • England
  • London

Observing the River Thames through the eyes of Monet

A romantic walk along the River Thames following the footsteps of the famous painter
Easy
2:00
5
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  • Europe
  • Italy
  • Catania

Tre luoghi simbolo di Catania alla scoperta di una leggenda tra mito e tradizione.

Scopriamo la leggendaria storia di San Leone Taumaturgo che sconfigge il mago Eliodoro
Easy
1:00
3
FREE
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  • Europe
  • Italy
  • Milan

Alessandro Manzoni in Milan

An itinerary entirely dedicated to Manzoni and to his masterpiece: "I Promessi Sposi" (The Betrothed).
Easy
3:00
10
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  • Europe
  • Greece
  • Athens

Discovering the ​​archaeological site of Delphi

An itinerary through ruins, history and breathtaking natural beauty
Regular
1:00
10
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  • Europe
  • Denmark
  • Copenhagen

Christiania: the spirit of liberation

From a military compound to a symbol of autonomy, culture and community. Discover the highlights of Freetown Christiania
Easy
1:15
11
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  • Europe
  • England

Hadrian’s wall: the northmost edge of the Roman Empire

An adventurous path through a lush green landscape rich in history and mystical atmospheres.
Regular
2:30
4
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  • Europe
  • Italy
  • Taranto

Taranto, a spartan Colony

Discovering the ancient origins of Taranto, founded by settlers of mighty Sparta
Easy
2:00
5
<p>(by Erik Törner, Flickr)</p>
  • Europe
  • Italy
  • Rome

The Borgias in Rome

Trace back the Borgia's heritage through this immersive walk in the streets of Rome
Easy
2:15
10
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  • Europe
  • England
  • London

The memories of Charles Dickens

A walk to discover Higham, Charles Dickens' adoptive town
Easy
0:45
3
FREE
<p>Convent of Christ&#8217;s inside</p>
  • Europe
  • Portugal
  • Lisbon
  • Tomar

Tomar: a Templar’s stronghold

An itinerary that aims to discover Tomar, a small town with a strong connection to the ancient Templar Order.
Regular
2:00
6
<p>Panoramic view of the three distinctive hills, visible from left to right: Scharfenberg, Anebos and Trifels (by Simone Vaccari, CC BY-NC-ND 4.0)</p>
  • Europe
  • Germany

Trifels: the history behind the three hills

An immersion in the 12th and 13th century CE in Annweiler
Easy
2:00
4
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  • Europe
  • Italy
  • Bologna

Lo Scalo ferroviario Ravone e le Officine grandi riparazioni

Un salto nel passato tra resti industriali ed evoluzione contemporanea
Easy
1:30
10
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  • Europe
  • Italy
  • Milan

Alla scoperta dei Giganti verdi di Milano

Un sentiero tra chiome secolari nascoste nel centro cittadino
Easy
2:00
11
FREE
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  • Europe
  • Italy
  • Milan

Discovering Milan’s Green Giants

A path through centuries-old foliage hidden in the city centre.
Easy
2:00
11
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  • Europe
  • Greece
  • Paros Antiparos

The Byzantine Trail

Exploring the island's history, trade, and culture along the Byzantine Trail
Regular
1:00
5
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  • Europe
  • Germany
  • Saarland

Unveiling a mysterious murder in the forests of Sankt Ingbert’s small town

An eerie trail unveils a spectre's crime amidst forestry landscapes.
Easy
0:15
4
FREE
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  • Europe
  • Greece
  • Athens

Discovering the Plaka district

A walk through Plaka’s hidden locations
Regular
1:00
7
<p>Austrians retreating out the gate, painting by Carlo Bossoli &#8211; 1848</p>
  • Europe
  • Italy
  • Milan

Fragments of Rebellion: the “Milan’s Five Days”

Step into Milan's historic streets and uncover the tale of the famous five days that shaped the city's destiny
Easy
2:30
8
<p>(by Serge Traveler, CC BY-SA 4.0 Wikimedia Commons)</p>
  • Europe
  • Greece
  • Xanthi

Unveiling Xanthi’s Ottoman Heritage

Explore Xanthi's Ottoman legacy through clock tower, mosque, and historical streets.
Easy
1:00
4
FREE
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