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Several wonderful opportunities exist to take advantage of while vacationing in Europe, with many lesser known sightseeing tours available throughout the region. England, France, Spain, Italy, the Netherlands, and Germany, offer these 30 free sightseeing tours that should be included in any European vacation.

England:

London - The Changing of the Guards at Buckingham Palace. Photograph opportunities standing next one of the Guards available in Pall Mall.

Birmingham - Lickey Hills Park. 524 acres of trees, marshes, heaths, bluebells, and wildlife.

Manchester - Manchester Cathedral where children follow the Explorers Trail, find the fire bird, the Angel Stone, craved creatures, and kangaroos located throughout the Cathedral. Includes fun activities along the way. They can light a candle and say prayers before leaving.

Liverpool - Historic Albert Dock tours include the Merseyside Maritime Museum, the Beatles Story, Yellow Duckmarine Sightseeing Tour, Shiverpool Ghost Tours, and Tate Liverpool, (the home of the National Collection of Modern Art in the North of England).

Leeds - Breary Marsh Waterlogged Woodlands with a scientific interest walking tour.

France:

Paris - Notre Dame Cathedral offers the Veneration of the Crown of Thorns on the First Friday of each month, and the three world famous organs, (the Great Organ, the 2000 Pipe Choir organ, and the accompanying Positive organ).

Marseille - Arc de Triumphe constructed in 1823 to commemorate French Revolution victories and the First Empire.

Lyon - Esplanade de Fourviere Walking Tour with views of the city.

Nice - Promenade des Anglois following the coast of Nice and the famous blue chairs to enjoy the view.

Toulouse - Hotel Resseguier Mansion built in the 17th Century.

Spain:

Madrid - Casa de la Monde Museum of the history of money.

Madrid - Museum of Minerology with 600 minerals donated that have great beauty.

Madrid - Liria Palace is the residence of the Duchess of Alba and displays one of the best Private Spanish art collections.

Madrid - Tiflologico Museum designed so visitors can see and handle all exhibits.

Madrid - Pantheon of Illustrious Man Historical Building housing sculptures of 13 famous Spanish politicians.

Italy:

Rome - Pantheon reconstructed temple from the Hadrian Era.

Rome - Teatro di Marcello began by Caesar, and completed by Augustus, an ancient theater.

Rome - Via Appia Antica Inner City Park.

Rome - Protestant Cemetery has the highest density of famous and important graves in the world.

Rome - Scala Santa Holy Staircase, part of the praetorium of Pilate.

Netherlands:

Amsterdam - Gassan Diamonds Factory Tour with firsthand views of diamond cutting procedures.

Amsterdam - the Jordaan Art and Culture District contains works by Rembrandt, monuments, art studios, courtyards, and the Ann Frank House.

Rotterdam - the Windmills at Kinderdijh has 19 windmills listed on the World Heritage List of UNESCO.

Rotterdam - Walk of Fame Starboulevard where world famous celebrities leave hand and foot prints.

Rotterdam - Parade of Flags with 230 flags located between the Erasmus Bridge and the Verlengde Willems Bridge.

Germany:

Berlin - Sarhenhausen Concentration Camp and observe how life was for the Jewish people held captive there.

Berlin - Berlin Walking Tours famous as one of the best free tours in Europe with Expert Guides sharing personal stories and insights. 3-1/2 hours long.

Berlin - Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe, a massive Memorial

Berlin - Berlin Wall divided Germany into East and West Germany. Torn down, demolished, and donated to museums and universities around the world.

Leipzig - Porsche-Leipzig Museum and Factory Tour observing cars like the Cayenne and Panamera assembled, and the Porsche Museum detailing the Company'shistory.