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London City of Sin Free Tour

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Duration: 2 hours
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Registered on 24 March 2019
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We organize sightseeing with free walking tours. Our walking tours are suitable for everyone, our tour guides have developed city walks that can be ideal for families as well as individuals.
Free reservation and cancellation
Pay-what-you-want tour, no set price, reservation and cancellation are free

Tour description

This two-hour walking tour begins at Waterloo station and ends at the famous London Bridge and it offers you an opportunity to see some of the most famous landmarks on the stretch of river jealously protected from advertising by the queen.
For hundreds of years, dating back to before Shakespeare, this has been the happening place in London. This guided tour offered by Wonders of London has plenty of wondrous places to take photos of London and with iconic festivities going on year round there is always a surprise.
This  sightseeing tour is a darker history of the area covering bear fights, the birth of theatre as we know it, sex, prostitution, murder and suicide.
Sites include London Eye, Southbank Centre, National Theatre, Tate Modern, Millennium Bridge, Southwark Cathedral and London Bridge.
From here you can continue your exploration by visiting Borough Market for some world famous food or connecting to the rest of London via public transport. 



Please note/be aware that:
While this tour is not designed or meant to be offensive, it does have topics that may be viewed by some as such. These topics are approached from a historical perspective and are necessary for the subject matter of this tour. While their inclusion is not meant to offend, some attendees may find the subject matter troubling.

The topics include, but may not be limited to:

1. The historical involvement of the church and religion within context
2. The involvement of certain historical figures within context
3. Descriptions of different methods of torture (These descriptions are neither callous nor gratuitous)


Highlights

What will we see on this tour?

Meeting point:
Royal Festival Hall, London SE1 8XX, UK
Meet us next to the Nelson Mandela Statue, Royal Festival Hall, Bishop's, London SE1 8XX. Look for the guide with our unique white, red, and blue umbrella! IMPORTANT: some apps take you to the statue in Parliament Square, make sure to check directions and go to the Mandela statue at South Bank.
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Outside visit
Waterloo Bridge
Discover the dark and intriguing secrets lurking beneath the surface of Waterloo Bridge. As you traverse this iconic structure, learn about its historical association with illicit activities and scandalous behaviour that earned it the nickname "The Ladies' Bridge." Uncover tales of love, vice, and temptation from the shadows of London's past.
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Outside visit
Blackfriars Bridge
Step into the shadows of the past at Blackfriars Bridge, where tales of illicit dealings and clandestine activities unfold. Listen to stories of smugglers, pirates, and mysterious occurrences that once shrouded this bridge in an air of mystery. Unravel the secrets and legends that have shaped its intriguing history.
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Outside visit
Il museo della prigione di Clink
Journey back in time to the grim and chilling atmosphere of The Clink Prison, one of London's oldest and most notorious prisons. Explore the dark cells and torture chambers where criminals were confined, and hear the haunting stories of the inmates who endured unimaginable hardships within its walls. Learn about the debauchery and depravity that once surrounded this infamous institution.
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How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end the amount they consider appropriate (amounts usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).


Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Accepts bookings of up to 100 people.
Pets
Not suitable for bringing pets.

What should I know?

Minimum attendees
Requires a minimum of 5 people to conduct the tour.
Additional costs
The tour does not require payment for entries or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you cannot attend the tour, please cancel the reservation, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Electronic or card payment accepted.
London City of Sin Free Tour
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