10 Castle & Tavern Tours Worth Booking

1.Stonehenge, Windsor Castle and Bath with Pub Lunch in Lacock

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 7,402 reviews · 12 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $123Our pick

Travel by air-conditioned coach from London to Windsor, Stonehenge, Lacock, and Bath. Guides such as Eugene, Rowan, and Nicholas are known for lively commentary, while a 14th-century pub lunch adds local flavor. Choose options that include Stonehenge entry, Windsor Castle, or both.

“Rowan and Robert made the tour so enjoyable! Rowan made listening to the history of each place so fun and amusing if I do another tour I would definitely want Rowan to be the tour guide again! The only thing I would have loved is to have spent more time at Windsor and Bath but considering the distances the time restriction is understandable”

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2.London: Stonehenge, Windsor Castle, Bath, Lacock & Pub Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 685 reviews · from $127

Travel by air-conditioned coach from London to Windsor Castle, Stonehenge, Lacock, and Bath. Expect a tightly timed day, live English commentary, a fish-and-chip lunch in a 14th-century pub, and optional Windsor Castle entry. Guides such as Eugene, Steve, Leon, and Clive are known for lively storytelling.

“The planning was great. Pub lunch exceptional. Would have liked more time at all the attractions.”

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3.From Prague: Hike, Castle and Brewery in Bohemian Paradise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 198 reviews · 8h 30m · from $151Top rated

Spend 8.5 hours beyond Prague with local guides such as Jan or Petr. Hike 3.5 km through Prachov Rocks, eat lunch in a 14th-century castle, then taste at least three local beers. Small groups, hotel pickup, snacks, water, and return transport are included.

“We had a fantastic time on this tour. The itinerary, what to expect, etc was all clearly communicated prior to the tour. It was convenient to be picked up right at our hotel. Petr, our guide, was kind, knowledgeable, and a lot of fun to spend the day with. The scenery on the hike was unique and beautiful. Lunch at the castle was delicious and the castle itself was pretty. The brewery tour was informative and the beer was tasty. We enjoyed how personal this small-group tour was. We highly recommend this excursion as a fun way to experience a variety of wonderful activities when visiting Prague!”

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4.️ Segway Fun Tour of Prague to Castle and Strahov Monastery viewpoint & Brewery

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 188 reviews · 1 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $62

Ride a Segway beyond Prague’s restricted center to Castle viewpoints, Strahov Monastery, St. Norbert Church, Střešovice, and a monastic brewery. Your private group receives training, helmets, live guiding, and minibus transfers. Castle entry is not included, and brewery drinks cost extra.

“The segway tour does not cover the key attractions, hence had to change to ebikes. But it was fun and Abdul, our guide was really helpful. We took a lot of pictures!”

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5.Alicante: Craft Beer Tasting at Santa Barbara Castle

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 113 reviews · 1 hour · from $21Best value

Meet your English- or Spanish-speaking guide at Santa Barbara Castle for four handcrafted beers shared between two people, plus local Alicante products. The tasting takes place at Baluarte de la Contramina, reached by the castle elevator’s second stop, with city and sea views. Guide Marco has earned special praise, though guide assignments may vary.

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6.Nuremberg: Castle and Old Town Tour – incl. Tickets and red beer tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 68 reviews · 3h 30m · from $69

Spend 3.5 hours with local guide Darius exploring Nuremberg Castle, the deep well, Sinwell Tower, three major churches, Pegnitz bridges, and Albrecht Dürer sites. The walk ends at Altstadthof Brewery with a red beer tasting. Expect hills, 100 tower steps, and a maximum group of 10.

“One of the best tours we've ever had! Our guide, Darius, was great, very knowledgeable about Nuremberg, very friendly and really wanted us to get the most from this tour. He also gave us great recommendations on what else to see on our own, where to eat, and more. We visited all the major sights in the city centre, plus some hidden gems. Best tour you can get in Nuremberg, from a local.”

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7.From Prague: Medieval Dinner, Show, Castle and Brewery

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 48 reviews · 5 hours · from $116

Travel from central Prague to Dětenice for a short castle tour, a brewery visit with light and dark unpasteurized beer, and a three-hour medieval dinner show. Expect English guidance, a heated tavern, shared tables, live music, dancers, a juggler, and a fire performance.

“Lo spettacolo veramente buono anche non si capisce cosa parlano. Il tour al castello molto breve. Il cibo abbastanza buono.”

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8.Prague: Castle Side Breweries & Pubs Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · 3 hours · from $60

Join a Prague guide such as Adam, Tom, David, or Sebastian for a three-hour evening walk through Mala Strana and the Castle side. You will taste four beers, try a Czech pub snack, ride a tram uphill, and learn how beer shapes Czech life.

“Adam was so knowledgeable about beer and the city! It was super fun and a great way to explore around the castle. Would highly recommend.”

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9.E-Bike Day Trip: Visit a Roman Castle and Taste Craft Beer

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 6 reviews · 8 hours · from $87

Leave Prague’s traffic behind on a high-end e-bike ride along the Vltava and Berounka rivers. Stop at Karlstejn Castle, then pedal 12 kilometers through quiet villages to Vseradice for goulash, potato dumplings, and local beer with guide Martin or Christina.

“Had a lovely day in the countryside, along the river to the castle. Martin had a lot of local knowledge, keeping us informed along the way. Lovely meal of Goulash and potato dumplings at the Micro Brewery and a nice pint of local beer. Leisurely ride back to the train station and then to the mini bus. We would highly recommend this activity.”

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10.Explore Matsumoto: Castle, Sake & Taste of Local Life

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 6 reviews · from $112

Meet your English-speaking guide, possibly Masa, at Matsumoto Station for a focused three-hour walk. Visit Matsumoto Castle, taste sake at a long-running local brewery, sample street food, and explore Nawate and Nakamachi streets. Castle stairs and waiting times require some stamina.

“Great guide, and interesting areas. Saki tasting in 400 year with old Saki company was exceptional.”

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