London at War tour by Walkative!

Explore London's wartime history on our London At War tour. Discover how this small island's capital became a military powerhouse, delving into the history of the British Empire, WWII, and the Cold War.

Starting at the Palace of Westminster and walking through the Mall and Whitehall we will first learn about the British Empire's conflicts, establishment of concentration camps in South Africa, and hear T.E. Lawrence's, famous Lawrence from Arabia, life story. Then we will delve into WWII, see Blitz damage, and discuss the decisions made in Churchill’s War Rooms. We will pay our respects at the Cenotaph and the Battle of Britain Monument and finally uncover the Cambridge Spy Ring’s secrets at St Ermin’s Hotel.

Join us to see iconic WWII sites, hidden memorials, but most of all understand London’s role in global conflicts.

During the 2 h 45 min tour you will see and discover:

• Lawrence of Arabia’s London House
• The Boer War Memorial
• Winston Churchill’s War Rooms
• WWII Bunkers & Blitz Damage
• The Cenotaph by Downing Street
• Monument to the Women of WWII
• The Battle of Britain Monument
• The Gurkha Memorial
• St Ermin’s Hotel