The 10th annual FREETOUR.com Awards 2026 have recognized the most outstanding free walking tours around the globe. Based purely on thousands of verified traveler reviews, these tours stood out for their engaging storytelling, local insight, and exceptional experiences. Here are the winners across different continents and categories:
1.- Essential Paris City Center Tour – StellarTours, Paris, France | Best Free Tour Worldwide
This tour guides visitors through the heart of Paris, highlighting key historical landmarks from Notre-Dame to the Louvre. Participants learn about Paris’s history, culture, and architecture while seeing iconic sites such as Pont Neuf and views of the Eiffel Tower, finishing at the Tuileries Gardens.
2.- Free Split Walking Tour – Split walking tour, Split, Croatia | Best Free Tour in Europe
Split’s rich history unfolds through its streets, showcasing Greek, Roman, Venetian, Ottoman, French, and Austrian influences. Visitors hear local stories and uncover why the historic center has been protected by UNESCO since 1979.
3.- Secrets of Mexico City Center Walking Tour – Wro Tours, Mexico City, Mexico | Best Free Tour in North America
In two hours, visitors explore Mexico City’s history from the 14th to the 21st century, seeing palaces, hidden sites, and learning local stories. The tour highlights cultural landmarks, city traditions, and notable curiosities, providing an engaging overview of the city’s heritage and vibrant character.
4.-Better with a teacher: History, Culture and Recommendations by a local – Diego Escobar Castro, Santiago, Chile | Best Free Tour in South America
This tour offers an overview of Santiago’s history and culture, from pre-Columbian times to the present. Visitors explore key landmarks, including Plaza de Armas, the Presidential Palace, and Lastarria, while learning about local traditions, cuisine, and neighborhoods. The guide also provides practical tips for discovering other highlights across Chile.
5.-Hiroshima & Miyajima: Full-Day Tour – Tatsuya, Hiroshima, Japan | Best Free Tour in Asia
Visitors explore Hiroshima’s Peace Memorial Park, Atomic Bomb Dome, and the Peace Memorial Museum, learning about the city’s history. The tour continues to Miyajima Island to see the World Heritage Itsukushima Shrine and the iconic Torii Gate, with optional visits to Daishoin Temple and Henjokutsu Cave.
6.- Unmissable Marrakech Tour – Marrakech Tours, Marrakech, Morocco | Best Free Tour in Africa
Participants explore Marrakech’s historic monuments and neighborhoods on a three-hour walking tour covering 900 years of the city’s history. Led by a licensed guide with extensive experience, visitors learn about local traditions, daily life, and culture while uncovering both the highlights and hidden gems of the city.
7.- Free Walking Tour Melbourne – Sam Hilson, Melbourne, Australia | Best Free Tour in Oceania
This two-hour tour explores Melbourne’s historic central business district, highlighting key landmarks and local stories. Led by a guide from one of the city’s few locally owned companies, visitors learn about Melbourne’s history, culture, and hidden details while experiencing the city’s unique character.
8.- Experience La Boca! Between Art, Football and Tradition – Martin Mamani, Buenos Aires, Argentina | Most Original Tour
Visitors explore the vibrant La Boca neighborhood, learning about its history, culture, and artistic heritage. The tour highlights colorful murals, the Almirante Brown Museum, the Arts District, La Bombonera stadium, and the famous Caminito street, offering an immersive view of Buenos Aires’ unique local traditions.
9.- Indispensable Free Tour: Historic Center of Berlin – Destino Berlin, Berlin, Germany | Best Free Tour in Spanish
The tour guides participants through Berlin’s historic and cultural landmarks, including Museum Island, Opera Square, Brandenburg Gate, Checkpoint Charlie, Hitler’s bunker, and the Berlin Wall. Along the route, attendees learn the city’s stories and historical insights, gaining a deeper understanding of Berlin’s complex past and dynamic present.
10.- Walking Tour of Naples Old Town – Napul'é Tours, Naples, Italy | Most Popular Free Tour
The tour explores the old town of Naples, including Dante Square, the Greek walls, Spaccanapoli, Gesù Nuovo Square, and Santa Chiara Church. Over two hours, participants discover the city’s history, legends, and culture, gaining insight into the character and traditions of Naples and its people.
"These awards highlight how local guides around the world are turning curiosity into meaningful experiences," said Ignacio Merino, CEO of FREETOUR.com. "From Paris to Melbourne, our winners show the power of storytelling and authentic city exploration."
Alexandra Dubakova, CMO of FREETOUR.com, added: "The 10th edition of our Awards reflects the creativity and dedication of guides and companies globally. These tours are not just about sightseeing, they reveal the heart and culture of each city."
The awards also recognized Best Free Tour Guide Worldwide (StellarTours, Paris, France), Best Company with Spanish Free Tours (PASEICOS ZARAGOZATOURS, Zaragoza, Spain), Best Spanish Free Tour Guide (Trim Team, Vienna, Austria), and Best New Tour Provider (Tommaso, Trieste, Italy).
The full list of winners can be found here:
https://www.freetour.com/awards-2026
