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A very big thankyou to Guillermo for a wonderful half day bird watching tour! We were able to tick off a stack of new birds and exceeded all our expectations! He knew where to find the birds, knowledg... See more
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We were picked up by our guide Emmanuelle F. in Bordeaux at our hotel. She was prompt, and spoke better than perfect English. We were lucky enough to have her for two full days-the first we spent v... See more
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ToursByLocals is the leading online travel marketplace that connects discerning travellers with handpicked, professional local tour guides around the world. We specialize in private tours tailored to your interests, pace, and schedule—offering a truly personalized travel experience in over 170 countries and with more than 5,200 fully vetted local guides. Whether you're seeking cultural tours in Europe, adventure travel in South America, or culinary experiences in Asia, our expert guides deliver insider access and authentic local insight that turns every journey into a meaningful memory. With customizable itineraries, skip-the-line access, and door-to-door service, ToursByLocals takes the stress out of trip planning and enhances your time in each destination. Trusted by over three million travellers and backed by our global customer support team, our platform ensures peace of mind from booking to tour day. Rated “Excellent” across independent review platforms, ToursByLocals is ideal for anyone looking for safe, flexible, and enriching private tours. Avoid the crowds, travel deeper, and connect with the people and stories that make each place unique. Discover the world, one local at a time—with ToursByLocals.
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Best guide
Best guide! E was fun and informative and clearly loves what she does even on a rainy Tuesday. Would 1000% recommend. Great job!
9 July 2026
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Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We love hearing that you had an excellent experience with your guide and that communication was top-notch. It’s always our goal to connect travellers with exceptional local guides for memorable tours. We can’t wait to help you embark on more amazing adventures in the future!
Francesco was so helpful in planning…
Francesco was so helpful in planning this tour. His suggestions were great. He knows and loves Florence and made all our stops enjoyable. Even having visited the city before we learned so much.
You must use him when visiting Florence.
9 July 2026
Reply from ToursByLocals
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that Francesco made your tour in Florence so memorable. It's fantastic to know that his insights and love for the city enhanced your experience, even as a returning visitor. Your recommendation means a lot to us!
We had a 2 day tour in Kosovo
We had a 2 day tour in Kosovo : we were submerged by history , culture and nature by a wonderfull intelligent guide Bekim, who not only lives in Kosovo and feels the people and the young society but also lived trough its history . It was travelling at its most fulfilling!
The booking was cristal clear and all arrangements were made easily and correct.
1 July 2026
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Reply from ToursByLocals
Thank you so much for your wonderful 5-star review! We’re so glad to hear that your two-day tour in Kosovo was such a fulfilling experience. It sounds like Bekim truly brought the rich history, culture, and stunning nature of the region to life for you. We're glad to know that the booking process was clear and that all arrangements went smoothly.
Notre Dame Knowledge!
Our guide, Julien, was able to negotiate around the new rules at Notre Dame to impart all of his knowledge while we toured the outside of the cathedral. He was fantastic.
9 July 2026
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We're thrilled to hear that Julien was able to provide such an insightful experience while navigating the new rules at Notre Dame. His passion for sharing knowledge truly shines, and it’s fantastic to know you enjoyed your time exploring this iconic cathedral.
We can’t wait to help you connect with more exceptional local guides on your future adventures.
Rungtip our guide was so good!
Rungtip our guide was so good!! Fun, knowledgeable, kind and very easy to change or adjust based on our wants. We had a private tour with 3 ladies. And we all said 10/10!!! We learned new things and even did our wish/fortune at the temple. Will definitely recommend!!!
9 July 2026
Reply from ToursByLocals
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that Rungtip made your private tour memorable with her fun and knowledgeable approach. It sounds like you and your friends had an amazing time exploring and experiencing the temple's wish/fortune ritual — what a unique addition to your adventure!
Our tour of musee dorsay with Dasha was…
Our tour of musee dorsay with Dasha was incredible. Her level of knowledge was only surpassed by her enthusiasm and knowledge of the works she showed us. She wished us around effortlessly. A wonderful and relaxing tour. Highly recommended!!
8 July 2026
Reply from ToursByLocals
Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience with Dasha at the Musée d'Orsay! We're thrilled to hear that her enthusiasm and deep knowledge made your tour so enjoyable. It sounds like you had a truly relaxing time exploring the incredible works of art.
We appreciate your high recommendation and can't wait to connect you with more amazing local guides on your future adventures.
Great post cruise experience
Tour guide was great and very easy to communicate with both before and during the tour. really enjoyed our visit to Miami.
8 July 2026
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We're so glad to hear that you had a fantastic experience in Miami and found your tour guide easy to communicate with. It’s always our goal to help create joyful connections between travellers and local guides. We truly appreciate your feedback and can't wait to help you discover more amazing local experiences on your future adventures!
Wonderful tour of the island by Filipe
Wonderful tour of the island by Filipe. Wife and I did a two day private tour, one day to the west and other day to the east. Never ran short on things to see. Filipe provided great advice, history and knowledge of the area, and able to adapt tour to meet our interests and needs. Especially for chosing straighter roads with regular stops, for avoiding motion sickness. Highly recommended approach to exploring beautiful island.
2 July 2026
Reply from ToursByLocals
Thank you for sharing your experience! It's great to hear that Filipe helped you make the most of your two days exploring the island.
From tailoring the itinerary to your interests to choosing routes that helped avoid motion sickness, it sounds like Filipe went the extra mile to ensure you had a comfortable and enjoyable experience. His local knowledge and flexibility are exactly what make private tours so special.
Thank you for your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you back for another equally as memorable experience in the future.
Joao was very knowledgeable and took us…
Joao was very knowledgeable and took us to a number of amazing spots along Hadrian's Wall, which was exactly what we were looking for in our tour. We got to see Vindolanda as well as Steel Rigg and a few other more obscure parts of the wall. Overall a great experience and Joao was even kind enough to take us to the train station afterwards so we could hop our train to London. Highly recommend!
8 July 2026
Reply from ToursByLocals
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. It's great to hear that Joao helped you explore Hadrian's Wall exactly the way you had hoped.
From iconic sites to some of the Wall's lesser-known gems, it sounds like the day struck the perfect balance of history, scenery, and discovery. We're also glad Joao's thoughtfulness in getting you to the train station made the end of your journey that much easier.
Thank you for your recommendation, and we hope to see you again in the future.
We enjoyed our tour of Lisbon with…
We enjoyed our tour of Lisbon with Rita. She was knowledgeable and interesting. The 3 hours just flew by. We learned so much about this beautiful city. Highly recommend Rita as your guide.
7 July 2026
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Reply from ToursByLocals
Thank you so much for your warm review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your tour of Lisbon with Rita. It’s fantastic to know that her knowledge and passion made your experience so engaging, and that the time flew by while you discovered the beauty of the city. Thanks again - your recommendation means a lot to us.
Brno Walking Tour
Easy to book through Tours by Locals and good communication regarding where to meet. Patrik had lots of great stories and information about Brno. He showed us the highlights and pointed out quite a few things for us to check out after the tour - which we did. Overall great experience.
28 June 2026
Reply from ToursByLocals
Thank you so much for your wonderful 5-star review! We're thrilled to hear that booking through ToursByLocals was easy and that communication about the meeting point was clear. It sounds like Patrik made your experience in Brno truly memorable with his fantastic stories and insights. We're glad he pointed out additional sights for you to explore afterwards!
We appreciate your kind words and can't wait to help you connect with more exceptional local guides on your future adventures.
Wonderful tour of Kyoto for my family…
Wonderful tour of Kyoto for my family of four! Ayumi was a clear communicator before the trip and very engaging and knowledgeable during our time together. She went above and beyond to help make our trip memorable. Highly recommend!
3 July 2026
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Reply from ToursByLocals
We're so glad to hear that your family had such a memorable tour of Kyoto with Ayumi. Her clear communication and engaging approach truly make a difference, and it's fantastic to know she went above and beyond to enhance your experience. We appreciate your enthusiastic recommendation!
Excellent tour of Athens by Elena
Elena was an amazing tour guide - her passion for her country as well as her knowledge made this a wonderful tour. We saw the Acropolis from a great viewpoint, the jail that held Socrates, examples of the architecture from the various ruling entities as well as a stroll through the local markets with a stop for snacks. We also saw the first Olympic stadium from 1896 when the games began again. We were happy with our communication back and forth. The only thing I would advise is to carefully read the descriptions of the tours.... WE made the incorrect assumption that we would be touring inside the Acropolis. Even so, we felt that we received a wonderful overview of Athens, its culture, and its history.
23 May 2026
Reply from ToursByLocals
Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We’re thrilled to hear that you had such a wonderful experience with Elena as your guide. Her passion for Greece and in-depth knowledge truly shines through, and it sounds like you were able to soak in some incredible sights, from the Acropolis to the charming local markets.
We appreciate your feedback regarding the tour descriptions; it’s always helpful for future travellers to have clarity. It’s great to know that despite this, you felt you received an enriching overview of Athens and its rich history and culture.
We’re excited about the opportunity to connect you with more amazing local guides on your future adventures.
Our 4.5 hour tour of Copenhagen with…
Our 4.5 hour tour of Copenhagen with Ivan was an absolute delight. Perfect in every way. Ivan was on time, friendly, very knowledgeable and funny. He catered to our wishes showing us the sights and made it interesting and fun. We could not have wanted for anything in addition to what he delivered. His storytelling style, knowledge and humour made it such an enjoyable experience for all the four of us. We highly recommend TOURSBYLOCALS and Ivan specifically. Thank you for adding so much fun to our time in Copenhagen!!
1 July 2026
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Reply from ToursByLocals
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that your tour of Copenhagen with Ivan was such a delightful experience. It's fantastic to know that his friendly demeanor, knowledge, and storytelling added so much fun to your time. We appreciate your high recommendation and look forward to connecting you with more exceptional local guides for your future adventures. Happy travels!
Wonderful tour with a great and caring guide
The tour car was spacious and comfortable and Hatice Kelek, our guide to Ephesus, was tremendous! She is very knowledgeable and really cares about whether you are learning about what you are seeing and whether you are having a good time. She was very flexible about catering our tour to our desires and she built a strong connection with my wife and me. We would absolutely book another tour with her.
2 July 2026
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Reply from ToursByLocals
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're so glad to learn that you had such a fantastic experience in Ephesus with Hatice as your guide. It’s great to know that her knowledge and flexibility made your tour enjoyable and personal. Building connections is what travel is all about, and it sounds like your guide truly excelled in that.
Thank you for an amazing tour
Thank you for an amazing tour. Atilla knowledge of Ephesus was amazing. Right from the start Atilla did a fantastic job, from the communication on where to meet all the way throughout the tour. He catered to our families needs and wants. He was informative from point a to point z of our trip. He personalized the whole day for us. We saw so many places in one day and the transportation was fantastic. Great van, very clean and spacious, and cool on a very hot day. Thank you for sharing your town with us and your knowledge Atilla.
1 July 2026
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Reply from ToursByLocals
We’re thrilled to hear that Atilla made your tour of Ephesus so memorable with his extensive knowledge and personalized attention. It sounds like you had a fantastic day exploring all the sights while enjoying comfortable transportation. We truly appreciate your kind words about Atilla and are grateful for the opportunity to connect you with such exceptional local guides.
Nobu was an amazing guide with such…
Nobu was an amazing guide with such depth of knowledge and genuine enthusiasm for the history of Koyasan. We learned so much! Even our teenagers were thoroughly engaged for the entire 4.5 hour tour. Having a monk introduce us to Koyasan was very special and we would highly recommend the tour with Nobu. It was well worth it and one of the highlights of our trip to Japan.
30 June 2026
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Reply from ToursByLocals
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that Nobu made your tour of Koyasan such a memorable experience. It's fantastic that even your teenagers were engaged throughout the entire 4.5 hours — no mean feat! Having a monk introduce you to the rich history of Koyasan truly adds a special touch to the experience. We appreciate your recommendation and are so glad this tour was one of the highlights of your trip to Japan.
A Perfect Morning in Istanbul
The sites were great but our guide Dilik Garcia made the day!
30 June 2026
Reply from ToursByLocals
Thank you so much for your warm feedback! We're happy to hear that you enjoyed the sites, but it's fantastic to know that Dilik Garcia made your day truly special. Local guides are passionate about sharing their knowledge and love for their locations, and it sounds like Dilik did just that!
Sara customized a wonderful experience…
Sara customized a wonderful experience for me based on my interests and availability. She shared her wealth of knowledge with a deep joy for the subject matter. Sara also made recommendations for activities during my remaining time in Rome—and made herself available for follow up questions via WhatsApp. I couldn’t have hoped for a more valuable tour. Grazie Mille!
29 June 2026
Reply from ToursByLocals
We're thrilled to hear that your guide Sara was able to create a customised experience that resonated with your interests. Her passion and knowledge truly enhance the journey, and it's fantastic to know she made valuable recommendations for your time in Rome. We're grateful for your kind words, and we look forward to connecting you with more exceptional local guides on your future adventures.
Simon was a wonderful guide
Simon was a wonderful guide. We learned so much about Oslo in 3 short hours- history, architecture, current events, fun facts and much more.
29 June 2026
Reply from ToursByLocals
It's fantastic to know that you learned so much about the city's history, architecture, and current events in just three hours with your Oslo guide Simon! We truly appreciate your feedback and are excited to help connect you with more amazing local guides for your future adventures.
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