Backstage Tour

Go behind the curtain on a guided backstage tour of the Grand Ole Opry House, the concert hall that made Nashville the capital of country music. Walk in the footsteps of country music's superstars and get an exclusive look behind the scenes at the legendary venue—a must-see attraction on a visit to Music City! Choose from a daytime or post-show tour, led by a knowledgeable guide. Take a seat in our custom-built theater as the entire room comes to life with music, state-of-the-art special effects, 3D film images, priceless archival footage, and superstar hosts Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood. Your insider guide will share stories about the Opry, and take you to the artist entrance where legends, superstars and new artists alike walk into the Opry House on the night of a show. You may even have the chance to step on stage and into the famed wooden circle as generations of artists have done. Tours may also make a stop in Studio A, a live television studio and former home of Hee Haw.

GRAND OLE OPRY Experience the thrill of a live concert at Nashville’s premier country music stage, the world-renowned Grand Ole Opry. See new stars, superstars, and the legends of country music all in one evening. Unlike a typical concert, the Grand Ole Opry presents multiple artists at each show, giving the audience a variety of musical styles to enjoy at one event. POST-SHOW BACKSTAGE TOUR Now you can take the tour right after the world-famous Grand Ole Opry show! After you watch the show, see what it’s like behind the scenes, walk in the footsteps of superstars and get an exclusive look at what happens on the other side of the curtain of the show. Visit the artist entrance where everyone has walked in for the show earlier that night, and you may even have the chance to step on stage and into the famed wooden circle just as a parade of artists have done a few minutes earlier. Post-show tours often also make a stop in Studio A, a live television studio and former home of "HEE HAW".

Step into the footsteps of legends with the 60-minute Madison Square Garden Tour Experience. Home to iconic teams like the NBA's New York Knicks and NHL's New York Rangers, this legendary venue has hosted unforgettable boxing matches, concerts, and live events. Uncover the secrets that have made The Garden the epicenter of sports and entertainment, gaining access to exclusive backstage areas, luxury suites, and the Chase Bridge for a unique view of the iconic concave ceiling. With something happening year-round, each visit promises surprises and a chance to imagine the roar of the crowd from every angle.

The only backstage tour of the Carioca Carnival, the most famous carnival in the world! When in Rio, you need to experience Samba! This tour introduces you to the artistry and imagination of Carnival and allows you to discover the backstage of The greatest show on Earth! Have an unique and authentic experience exploring the backstage, the secrets, the people working and the preparations for the parade, which is also a competition. During the tour, you will be able to witness the process of construction and production of floats and more than 3000 costumes for the show. This visit includes a guided tour to the factory of the 2022th Carnival champion Samba School, Grande Rio. Including an exhibition about the history of Samba and Carnival, the tour provides a chance to dress up in authentic parade costumes, experience the samba dance and enjoy a delicious Caipirinha welcome drink! Come visit us!

This isn’t your average city tour. Our guided e-bike experience takes you through Nashville neighborhoods and cultural hotspots—many of which you can’t easily access on a bus or van tour. It’s an up-close, open-air ride through the heart of the city, led by passionate local guides who know their stuff. You’ll cruise through places like Marathon Village, Germantown, The Gulch, Bicentennial Mall, and across the scenic pedestrian bridge. Stops include hidden corners of Printers Alley, the Music City Walk of Fame, historic parks, street art, and local landmarks that showcase Nashville’s vibrant past and present. Our pedal-assist e-bikes let you pick your pace- ride easy or get a bit of a workout, it’s totally up to you. This tour is perfect for first-timers and long-time fans of Music City alike, offering a fun, fresh perspective and a chance to experience the city in a more personal way. Book your ride and see what makes this one of the most unforgettable ways to explore Nashville.

Uncover the mysteries of the backstage world. Meet your guide at Stage Door before you take a journey behind the scenes at the Sydney Opera House. Discover spaces and places normally hidden from the public, as you explore unseen backstage areas where performers like Julie Andrews, Bob Dylan and Prince have all gone before. In your intimate group, follow your tour guide and get ready to see first-hand what the Sydney Opera House stage crew and performers get up to side-of stage, including a trip to the orchestra pit and private dressing rooms. Complete the experience with a delicious breakfast in the Green Room – the exclusive domain of our crew and performers.

Step into the spotlight with the Radio City Music Hall Tour Experience! Follow in the footsteps of legends like the Rockettes and musical greats on this captivating 60-minute guided tour. Immerse yourself in the unrivaled glamour and splendor of Radio City's iconic architecture. Explore the Great Stage, discover the hidden gem, The Roxy Suite, and meet a Rockette in our newly designed experiential moment. Make your visit unforgettable—capture moments and share the magic!

Voted one of the 12 must-see things to visit in New Zealand by Lonely Planet, the West Coast Wildlife Centre is the largest kiwi hatching facility in the South Island and the foremost indoor, all-weather attraction in Franz Josef.  You are guaranteed to see live kiwi during the day inside our nocturnal house, including the world's rarest kiwis.  Discover the interactive glacier attraction and West Coast storytelling areas or go behind the scenes on the “Kiwi & Tuatara Backstage Pass Tour.”  Numbers are very limited on the 40-minute Backstage Pass Tour so advanced bookings are highly recommended.  You'll also find the best shopping in Franz Josef inside the all-weather facility and enjoy free Wi-Fi in the café. Recommended " best Coffee" in Franz Josef by Tripadvisor customers. If you purchase a VIP Backstage Pass Tour your general admission ticket is included in the price.

Explore the world's most visited monument in the most complete and easy way. Visit areas of the Colosseum not accessible by regular-ticket holders. Step on the Arena floor and walk the steps of the Gladiators. See the backstage of the most famous games in Ancient Rome.

Take a trip down memory lane to the days when bands were big and movies were just beginning to talk. The Catalina Casino epitomizes everything glamorous about Santa Catalina Island. You'll see the extraordinary Art Deco murals and a classic 1929 pipe organ inside the Avalon Theatre, which still shows nightly movies on its massive screen. A short film is shown highlighting the history of this iconic building and its Hollywood connection. This tour requires uphill walking inside the casino.

Explore the Theater District and Times Square with those who know it best — the actors, directors, and dreamers who give the Great White Way its heart and soul. You’ll meet your guide at the feet of George M. Cohan, pioneer of New York theater. From there, your immersive Broadway experience will lift the curtain on a world of auditions and opening nights, tragedies and successes. Hear the stories of the legends who’ve played on these stages: Ethel Barrymore, Judy Garland, Humphrey Bogart, Julie Andrews, and many more. Learn about the sordid secrets that happened backstage and the ghosts who still stride the boards. As you explore the Theater District, your guide will share their own tale of Broadway dreams. Our top-rated pros have extensive knowledge of show business and will weave their personal experiences into the rich historical narrative. What better way to see the bright lights of Broadway than through the eyes of an artist?

Get a unique gladiator’s-eye view of Rome’s iconic Colosseum, in a tour that delves backstage into areas that are normally off-limits to the public. Explore the Underground, where gladiators prepared themselves for battle, and walk in their footsteps on a partially reconstructed arena stage. All this, plus the Palatine Hill and Roman Forum: all the most significant surviving remnants of Ancient Rome, in one fascinating tour.

JOIN THE BEER EXPERIENCE TOUR The Monteith’s Brewing Co Beer Experience is a walking, talking and tasting tour through the original home of Monteith’s. Join us in our former brewery and newly refurbished gastro bar and restaurant where we will take you backstage for a fully immersive tasting experience. YOUR TOUR INCLUDES • An expert guide • Monteith’s and beer history lesson • 15 minutes behind the scenes tour • A 20–30-minute tasting and pouring lesson • Two beers poured from the Brewer’s Table • Takeaway mixed-six-pack filled with your own selection of our beers and ciders. • Time to explore backstage in our former brewhouse.

Experience the “Great White Way” and follow in the footsteps of Broadway's brightest stars on this 2.5-hour New York City tour. Join an industry professional and a small group of fellow theater fans on a guided walk of Manhattan’s Broadway District and Times Square. See the most famous theaters, hear backstage stories and secrets, and learn how Times Square became the lively place it is today.

The all-new ACL Live Tour experience offers an immersive journey into the legendary Austin City Limits TV series and award-winning music venue. The tour begins with a captivating short film showcasing iconic performances from the longest-running music show in television history. Highlights of the ACL Live Tour include: • Interactive Timeline: Explore 50 seasons of unforgettable performances, complete with behind-the-scenes stories from series producers. • Extensive Photo Galleries: View the work of photographers Scott Newton and Alison Narro, capturing artists from both the TV series and the ACL Live stage. • Original ACL TV Stage Access: Step onto the original ACL TV stage and snap a photo where nearly 1,000 acts—starting with Willie Nelson in 1974—have performed. • Behind-the-Scenes Exploration: Gain exclusive access to rockstar green rooms, backstage areas, and the inner workings of Austin’s award-winning music venue.

Visit the historic Boch Center Wang Theatre and take a 1-hour behind-the-scenes tour of one of Boston’s most prominent theatrical landmarks – plus get an exclusive look at the Folk Americana Roots Hall of Fame! Stand on the stage graced by Lady Gaga, Bing Crosby, Bruce Springsteen, Neil Young, Ella Fitzgerald, Mikhail Baryshnikov, Janet Jackson, Queen, Benny Goodman, Elton John, Hugh Jackman, Liza Minnelli, Diana Ross and more! Please note that all areas of the theatre are subject to availability based on the performance and event schedule. The Boch Center Wang Theatre is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and has been one of the premiere theatrical destinations in Boston since opening in 1925. Rivaled by few other theatres in the world, it boasts a seating capacity of 3,500 and one of the five largest stages in the U.S. This tour allows guests of all ages to experience many aspects of the theatre like never before!

This is the most popular, unique, and like nothing you will experience anywhere else on Maui. We are famously known for our exceptional guides, who take hosting to the next level. The connections our guides make with our guests and their genuine sincerity is always our number 1 compliment we hear from everyone. They each offer something special and are experts in the art of providing each guest the full VIP experience. We only hire the best and are proud of the outstanding notoriety we’ve gained through the years. No waiting in lines, no overbearing crowds, and distinct attention to detail. We bring it and then some. We playfully call this experience "Adventure therapy” as we are ready to offer support to challenge yourself to try something you’ve always wanted to do. Jumping off a waterfall, sampling exotic fruits and foods that can only be found in tropical places such as Hawaii, are just a few! We are also here to educate, entertain, and show you the absolute time of your lives!

We will visit the City of Samba, a large complex of barracks that are destined for the Samba Schools of the Special Group of Rio de Janeiro and where the giant floats and colorful costumes are built. Next, we will enter the Scholars of the Grande Rio see the secrets that are revealed only during the Carnival parade: How is made the production of floats and costumes. You will understand the concepts and work involved during the design process. In the colorful showroom, we will learn more about the emergence of samba, its customs, and the origin of samba school parades. Let's pick one of the many legitimate carnival costumes to wear and photograph. Then we will have a dance class where we will learn some samba steps. To end the tour we will try a caipirinha, a typical Brazilian drink made of cachaça and lemon.

Visiting the Colosseum with a guide enhances your experience by providing deeper insights into its rich history and the lives of gladiators who once fought there. A small-group tour allows for a more personalized experience as you step onto the arena floor and hear captivating stories that bring the ancient site to life. After your guided tour, you have the opportunity to leisurely explore the nearby Roman Forum and Palatine Hill, immersing yourself further in the grandeur of Rome's ancient civilization.

The Overton Park Shell is an historic bandshell and museum in the Midtown Memphis oasis known as Overton Park. Lovingly called “The Shell” by Elvis Presley and most others, the storied amphitheater is where Elvis Presley played his first professional gig in 1954 at just nineteen-years-old, bringing live Rock & Roll to the world’s stage in an explosive way during a country music show headlined by yodeler Slim Whitman. The Shell remained important to Elvis and his family, as they continued to regularly visit and perform there over the years. Surviving many ups and downs since opening during The Depression of the 1930s, The Shell is still a cutting-edge regional performing arts pavilion today, offering 50 free concerts yearly accommodating up to 3,000 music lovers in its gorgeous park setting. The Shell’s fascinating story is now told through its new immersive Backstage History Experience guided tour that ties together almost a century of colorful Memphis and Midtown music histories.