Local Authorities

Rated 5 Stars, based on 15 Reviews.

Great cities are great conversations, and this place has a million stories to tell. My name is Francisco, and I'll be your host. I'm a writer, photographer, and foodie who has traveled over 500 cities around the world. I've lived and worked as a guide in Tokio, Barcelona, Berlin, Amsterdam, and the Middle East. For the past 11 years, though, Mexico City's Historic Center has been my home. In this private walking tour, you'll embark on an immersive journey guided by a celebrated local writer. Choose a real storyteller to tell you this city's history. Whether you're an art enthusiast, aztec aficionado, or simply a curious traveler, this tour will leave you with a deeper appreciation for Mexico City's soul. Inspired by the composer, we orchestrate unique tours that capture his eclectic spirit, from the traditional exploration in his Romanian folk dances to his groundbreaking avant-garde works. We believe there is another way to walk this city. Bartók's way.

Rated 4.5 Stars, based on 24 Reviews.

FAVELA TOUR EXPERIENCE, which is just the FAVELA TOUR WITH PURPOSE, is much more than a simple excursion or walk through the alleys and alleys of the Favela. It is the Connection/exchange between tourist and resident, our mission is to take the visitor to an immersion inside the favela, get to know the resident's daily life, understand the challenges and achievements over more than 100 years since the creation of the first Favela, it is have a broad view of the daily life of a favela resident in Rio, as more than 25% of Rio's population lives in Favelas. In addition to understanding our daily life, your visit contributes 100% to the development of educational, linguistic, sports or cultural projects within the Favela, as part of the amount paid by tourists, 50% is applied to these actions, developed by residents, without any support from the public authorities. . We present you much more than a simple excursion or walk through the Favela, but a FAVELA TOUR EXPERIENCE WITH PURPOSE. COME LIVE THIS TRUE EXPERIENCE.

Rated 5 Stars, based on 12 Reviews.

Unique opportunity for a private, hands-on cooking class with local cookbook author Melissa Guzman. Learn about Costa Rica cuisine and cook some traditional and modern dishes.

Rated 5 Stars, based on 40 Reviews.

Pedaling along the backstreets, you can uncover the little-known treasures of Kyoto on 3 hours electric assisted bike tour with an authorized English speaking guide. Kyoto is full with historical and culture. In such a city, ancient traditional daily practices are remained in the backstreets, where usually not put in guide book.  Getting around by bike is very comfortable, you can enjoy with no traffic jam even in a busy tourist season. Put your kickstand up, and let’s cycle on quiet backstreets and find the real Kyoto with a guide who provides historical and cultural insight about Kyoto. No show will be regarded as cancellation, and it will be impossible to refund the fee or alteration of the booking.

Rated 5 Stars, based on 11 Reviews.

Ravenna, known as the city of mosaics has to be one of the most fascinating cities in the world. Join us for an enchanting journey into Ravenna’s past! Discover with us its well-preserved architecture dating from the Roman and Byzantine periods. This is a 3 hours private tour led by a professional and fully authorized tour guide that will provide an insight into the past of this small, charming town!

Rated 5 Stars, based on 16 Reviews.

Im a local, native and certified Tour Guide with authorized vehicle for tours. and i will take you to discover the unique flavors of our local gastronomy, while learning about traditional ways of cooking. As part of this activities you’ll visit a local cacao garden where we will learn all the history behind this delicious treat: Chocolate; along their beautiful cacao plantation, and of course learn the family recipe so you can make chocolate at home . Local markets, local candy shop and the beauty of the MAGICAL town of Sayulita. Visiting Puerto Vallarta by Cruise? im authorized to pick you up from the cruise terminal. Let me know if you have a dietarían condition, vegan,vegetarian friendly

Please be aware that this tour is adapted to the local regulations post Covid-19. Our hosts will deliver this experience with the required equipment always keeping the distance suggested by local authorities. It will be safe and entertaining! Tapas and Barcelona go hand in hand; they are everywhere! And if you want to try the most authentic of them all, all you have to do is join your favorite local. For a match made in Spanish heaven, your tapas will be paired with the best local wines! • 4 glasses of wine & 4 tapas included • 100% personalized to your wishes • Private tour: only you & your host • Enjoy the vibrant Sant Antoni and Poble Sec • Get to know the city in a local way

Discover with us our beautiful city of Lima by 4 districts with pick up and drop off included. Miraflores: "El Parque del Amor" the first park in homage to love in Latin America and its beautiful tiles with poems by Peruvian authors. Then a Pyramid "Huaca Pucllana" (only outside visit *) San Isidro: The beautiful "Parque el Olivar" and its more than 1500 olive trees. In addition to lagoons of fish and turtles. Magdalena: One of the most emblematic markets in Lima. Founded in the 1930s by immigrants from the interior of the Peru dedicated to food trade. Here we'll sample exotic fruits, also delicious tapas & drinks. Barranco: Finally we will visit this bohemian and artistic neighborhood of Lima, where many musicians, painters, etc. found great inspiration. We will see its colorful murals about our culture. It is very exciting for me to share my life stories. I'm also a traveler like you, so I hope to give you the type of tour I would enjoy. See ya!

Walk through Providence's dark side! The eerie writings H.P. Lovecraft- one of the most significant supernatural horror fiction authors of the 20th century- are inexplicably bound to his hometown of Providence. This tour walks in the tortured author's footsteps through his traumatic upbringing and favorite haunts; guests also meet some of the fictional characters that Lovecraft wrote into the city's fabric through dramatic retellings of his creepiest tales. But Lovecraft isn't the only author that ambled the city's centuries-old sidewalks: Sarah Helen Whitman was an eccentric local spiritualist and poet who was briefly engaged to master of the macabre Edgar Allan Poe. This tour also explores her life and relives the couple's whirlwind- and doomed- romance.

• 3-hour Segway tour lead by an expert local guide • See top Bologna attractions including: Bologna's stunning medieval center, Basilica di Santo Stefano, Piazza Minghetti, Fountain of Neptune, Seven Churches, Torre degli Asinelli and Torre della Garsenda • Hear tales of colorful history from a knowledgeable guide • Enjoy a Segway sightseeing tour that’s suitable for all fitness levels • Small-group tour with a maximum of eight people ensures a personalized experience

Welcome to Capone Drinkeria, proudly voted the best bar in the city and ranked among the 50 best in Brazil! Inspired by the speakeasy style of the U.S. Dry Law era, we offer a unique and engaging experience that transports our visitors into an iconic period of history. Our bar is a true refuge for cocktail lovers, where award-winning mixologists create drinks that are true works of liquid art. With an atmosphere that combines sophistication and coziness, Capone Drinkeria is the perfect place to relax, socialize and enjoy unforgettable moments. In addition to our award-winning selection of cocktails, we offer a snack menu that harmonizes perfectly with our drinks, providing a complete gastronomic experience. Join us and discover why we are a reference in the Brazilian bar scene.

Tangier has always been the most fascinating city in the kingdom and the point where famous artists, painters, writers have decided to visit it and then settle in order to inspire with its history, its unforgettable past and the same its unique and strategic position

• 3-hour Segway tour lead by an expert local guide • See top Catania attractions including: Fountain of the Elephant in Piazza Duomo, Piazza Stesicoro and the Roman amphitheater, the monument to Vincenzo Bellini, Via Etnea, Villa Bellini, the public park, San Nicola Church, the Benedictine monastery, Via Crociferi, Castle Ursino • Hear tales of colorful history from a knowledgeable guide • Enjoy a Segway sightseeing tour that’s suitable for all fitness levels • Small-group tour with a maximum of eight people ensures a personalized experience

Enjoy a private Ayurvedic meal with a food expert at her home in Chennai. Meet Pratibha, co-author of two award-winning cookbooks and a spiritual and creative cook. Pratibha lives in the Mylapore neighborhood of Chennai in a traditional home and she loves to invite travelers to learn about her healthy style of cooking. After an introduction to the spices and ingredients she uses in her balanced cooking, you will enjoy an Ayurvedic vegetarian meal together at her dining table. Learn about the balance of flavors and ingredients as you enjoy a healthy Ayurvedic meal with your host.

UP, UP and AWAY! This is your chance to experience the fun of flying in a small aeroplane PRIVATELY. Embark on an adventure of a lifetime as you discover the Parisian region like never before with a local private pilot, who shares his passion for aviation and the region with you. You will get to define the details of the route with your pilot while following the safety guidelines of authorities once you meet your pilot directly at one of the exclusive aerodromes in suburb of Paris. Your pilot is key to this adventure. They are sharing the flights' direct cost, not making a profit. By booking this flight, we will first match you with one of our pilots, then send you all flight details when confirmed. Flight safety is our number one priority! Upon booking, we request information for important security reasons. Please note that with one detail missing, we can't match you with a pilot, hence confirming your flight, so make sure you are in touch with us once you've made your booking.

During our tour Frankfurt, will surprise you with an unusual harmony for the bustling metropolis. You will be inspired how this financial citadel of European trade, with a thousand-year history, successfully combines culture and business, medieval flavor intricate German frame houses and jungle skyscrapers "Bankfurt". And in the heart of the city, on the beautiful Roemer square, with its polyphony in all the languages of the world and Italian palazzos next to modern urbanism, you will again feel the connection of times and eras of this ancient and young city with the Metropolitan scale.

This experience is provided by an independent Local. Whether you are visiting Helsinki as a returning tourist who wants to get to know the city a bit better, or if this is your first time, this Experience is for you! Find out the different cultural and artistic characteristics that make this city unique, and enjoy the buzzing community and city ambience! While walking the streets of Helsinki and looking at the amazing sculptures and its Art Nouveau architecture or getting to know more about the city’s galleries and museums, you will hear about street-art artists as well as contemporary artists and their close connection to Helsinki. I will share with you the art and cultural world of my city, where you will see, hear, and experience how colourful and multifaceted Helsinki is! As LocalBini, we bring together passionate people from all around the world giving them the opportunity to offer unique experiences via our marketplace.

• 3-hour Segway tour lead by an expert local guide • See top Messina attractions including: Piazza Cairoli, Piazza Pugliatti, where Messina’s Court of Justice and University can be found, Piazza Duomo, Fountain of Orion, Church of Santissima Annunziata dei Catalani, monument to Don Juan of Austria, San Francesco d’Assisi church, Montorsoli’s Fountain of Neptune, Catalani Church • Hear tales of colorful history from a knowledgeable guide • Enjoy a Segway sightseeing tour that’s suitable for all fitness levels • Small-group tour with a maximum of eight people ensures a personalized experience

This tour is neither about food nor history. It is a combo of the two! The idea is to introduce visitors from all over the world to Czech heritage through the simplest concept ever – food. What are Czech meals and drinks that have deep local tradition? When and why were they invented? How do they taste? What is their relationship with our history? This tour will try to give you an answer by visiting significant culinary spots, getting a first-hand information from a local, tasting variety of quality meals and drinks and avoiding tourist traps.

Ioanna has been a food editor and editor in chief for more than 20 years. She is a passionate cook and pastry chef, who loves writing about food, creating new recipes and making cooking videos. She is most excited to share recipes that you will not find in restaurants – she calls them the hidden gems of traditional Greek cuisine. Also, she has been on a quest to revive traditional, local recipes that have been forgotten over time. Cooking traditional Greek and Mediterranean food and sweets for friends and family is something Ioanna has enjoyed over the years, and now she would love to share her passion and knowledge with travelers visiting Athens. • Private Greek cooking lesson with a food editor and published author • In your 1.5 hour class you will cook two dishes together – a seasonal salad and main dish • Perfect experience for anyone looking to connect with local culture over food and try a home-cooked Greek meal • Vegetarian, vegan, lactose and gluten free options available