Shakespeare's Globe Theatre ( London, England )

A replica of the early 1600s theater, in which William Shakespeare's plays were performed, the Globe is both a museum and a working theater. If you do choose to see one of the Bard of Avon's comedies or tragedies, you'll be watching the play in true Shakespearian fashion. You can pick from standing-only tickets and uncomfortable bench seats—for these, experts advise bringing a pillow (or renting one). If you'd rather learn more about the man himself, consider the Globe Exhibition & Tour.

This year-round exhibition offers insight into Shakespeare's life, 16th century London, and the original theater. Recent visitors say the theatrical tour guides and fascinating exhibits provide a clear snapshot of Shakespeare's time. "Our guide was obviously a thespian and really made the information interesting and lively," one TripAdvisor user says.

The exhibition is open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., while tours take place every half hour between 9:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. Exhibition and tour tickets cost £13.50 GBP for adults (about $21 USD), £12 GBP (about $19 USD) for seniors, and £8 GBP for children ages 5-15 (about $13 USD). Performance tickets vary by production and seat, so check the theatre's website for the most up-to-date information. You'll find the theater off the Southwark tube stop.

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Colosseum ( Rome, Italy )

The site of many a bloody gladiatorial fight, the Colosseum, which was finished in 80 A.D., could then hold about 50,000 spectators. With a circumference of 573 yards and sitting on marshland, experts say the Colosseum is an engineering wonder … not to mention an animal- and human-rights atrocity.

"Legend has it that as long as the Colosseum stands, Rome will stand; and when Rome falls, so will the world," says Fodor's. "This prophecy didn't deter Renaissance princes from using the Colosseum as a quarry or the Nazis from riddling it with bullets. In the 19th century, poets came to view the arena by moonlight; today, mellow golden spotlights make the arena a spectacular sight."

Today, the massive complex is a favorite site amongst travelers. That said, you'll find lengthy lines almost anytime you visit. To beat the queues, you can purchase a ticket at the Roman Forum, which allows you admittance to both and a line jump at the Colosseum. You can also purchase the Romapass or an advance ticket from sites like Pierreci. The Colosseum is open daily, from morning until about an hour before sunset, and you can find it off the Colosseo metro stop.

 

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Eiffel Tower ( Paris, France )

Designed and constructed for the 1889 Exposition Universelle (that's the World Fair to us), the Eiffel Tower was almost universally hated by the French. But it managed to skirt demolition talks and has since become one of Paris' most well-known symbols. Gaze up at the Tour Eiffel during a twilight picnic on the Parc du Champs de Mars, or enjoy a Parisian panorama by walking or taking the elevator up to the top, where detailed maps point to other notable attractions. While some recent visitors complain of long lines, especially during the summer, you can by pass the wait by booking your tickets online at the Eiffel Tower's website. And though you may cringe at the price you'll pay to get to the top, many agree that the views are worth it.

To catch a glimpse of Paris after hours, plan to take your tower trek at night when the Eiffel Tower illuminates the golden city below. Also, make sure to turn your attention to the tower every night on the hour, when thousands of flickering light bulbs make the Eiffel Tower sparkle. According to one Trip Advisor user, "It also looks amazing at night when the lights come on."

You can reach Paris' most famous landmark from the Bir-Hakeim, Trocadéro, or Ecole Militaire métro stops.The Eiffel Tower is open every day of the year, from 9 a.m. to midnight from June 15 to September 1, and from 9:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. the rest of the year. Admission prices vary depending on how high you wish to go and how you choose to get there (elevator or stairs). Most visitors choose to ride the elevator to the top, which costs €14 EUR (about $18 USD) for adults, €12.50 EUR (roughly $16 USD) for visitors between the ages of 12 and 24, and €9.50 (approximately $12 USD) for children ages 4 to 11.

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