Top 9 History Tours with a Show

1.Mauka Warriors Luau Honoring Polynesia’s Forgotten History

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,013 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $145Our pick

At Coral Crater Adventure Park, you’ll enjoy an all-you-can-eat Polynesian feast, hula, Maori games, weaving, cooking activities, and a large outdoor show about the Battle of Kipapa and King Kamehameha I. Hotel pickup is available, and the four-hour evening is conducted in English.

“Amazing experience! They really go out of their way to make it special. The food was delicious and clean. They were so organized and the performers and host were incredible. It’s well worth the price in my opinion since other luaus are similar in price but definitely inferior than this one. This was better even than the one at the Polynesian cultural center. We don’t usually repeat these types of activities but we had such a great time that we would go there again if we visit the island in the future.”

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2.An Intimate Fado Show in a Historical Tavern

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,055 reviews · 1 hour · from $18

Spend one hour at Fado Maior do Porto in historic Miragaia, where two ensembles present Coimbra Fado and Traditional Fado without microphones. Sit close to the musicians, hear brief explanations, and enjoy a complimentary glass of Port wine or water in a small old tavern.

“Really nice little concert with some great guitar playing and singing, good value!”

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3.2.5 Hour Philadelphia History Tour with Washington War Tent Show

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 924 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $45

Explore Old City Philadelphia with a guide such as John, Maria, PJ, or Caroline, visiting Independence Hall, the Liberty Bell area, Elfreth’s Alley, Franklin’s grave, and more. The highlight is a presentation of George Washington’s War Tent, with discounted museum entry afterward.

“Our first time in Philadelphia. Weather was perfect and not crowded at all. Our Guide Donato was excellent. He knew the history and we really enjoyed his stories. He was the absolute best!”

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4.History The Evolution of Music Show Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 620 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $58

At Piramide de Arona in Playa de Las Américas, you’ll watch a 2.5-hour stage show tracing music from Mozart and Beethoven to Queen, ABBA, Pink Floyd, and Michael Jackson. Expect live musicians, singers, dancers, acrobatics, costumes, film music, Broadway numbers, and a 15-minute interval.

“Show was fantastic from start to finish would highly recommend.”

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5.Live Fado Show in Historic Alfama with Port Wine

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 572 reviews · 1 hour · from $17

Join Mário Lundum and fellow musicians for a one-hour Fado performance in historic Alfama. You’ll hear passionate singing, Portuguese guitar, and stories about Lisbon’s musical tradition, with a complimentary glass of Port wine included.

“The Fado concert was a wonderful experience and a very well-spent 60 minutes of our lives. The emotional singing and traditional music created an intimate and memorable atmosphere.”

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6.Maltese Islands History Audio-Visual Show and La Sacra Infermeria Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 344 reviews · 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) · from $24

Start at The Malta Experience for a clear, multilingual audio-visual journey through Malta’s 7,000-year story, from early settlers to WWII. Then join a professional guide inside the Knights of St. John’s Sacra Infermeria. Allow about 1 hour 15 minutes and arrange your own transport.

“I did this on one of my last days in Malta so the film was not as compelling for me as it would have been otherwise. I would recommend you do it early to get a sense of the history of the country before starting out to visit the sights. However, the best part was the tour of the Infermeria. The guide was so enthusiastic and gave us many historical insights into the building. It has been turned into an event center, and it is a wonderful place to hold a meeting or celebration amidst the history that exudes from the building. I might caution visitors that the location is…”

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7.Whirling Dervishes Show in Historical Cave

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 169 reviews · 1.5 - 2 hours · from $24

Travel from Göreme to a historic cave for a one-hour Mevlevi sema ceremony. English-speaking guide Hami explains the ritual, Sufi history, and meaning of each movement. Choose hotel pickup if available, or meet at the venue, about 4 kilometers from town.

“We loved the ceremony. It was authentic to the core. They did not dilute it for a world-wide audience.”

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8.“Porto: Fado Show with Guided Tour in a Historic Monastery”

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 164 reviews · 1h 30m · from $15Best value

Join a local guide at Porto’s São Bento da Vitória Monastery, then hear a Fado singer with Portuguese guitar and Fado viola in an intimate chapel. Your 90-minute visit includes Port wine, monk-made Singeverga liqueur, and time to browse products made by Portuguese monks.

“The Monastery was beautiful & the area where they had the show was intimate & serene. The singer & guitar players demonstrated true traditional melodies. Bravo!”

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9..Acapulco History Cultural Tour & Cliff Divers Show w/Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 4 reviews · 6 hours · from $116

Spend six hours tracing Acapulco’s past with a private guide such as local guide Jesús. Visit San Diego Fortress, the cathedral, Diego Rivera’s mural, Los Flamingos Hotel, and La Quebrada for its famous cliff-diving show. Hotel and port pickup, transport, water, and optional lunch are included.

“Our guide was punctual, friendly and accommodating. Unfortunately due to Covid, we had to skip the Fort. But I don’t think any of my group noticed. It was a great experience and a wonderful time was had by all. Highly recommend!!”

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