London: History and Highlights Private Guided Walking Tour
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts.
- Free entry to All Hallows By The Tower (only in 3, 4 and 7-hour options)
- Skip-the-line tickets to St Paul’s Cathedral and its dome (only in 4 and 7-hour options)
- Skip-the-line tickets to Westminster Abbey (only in 7-hour option)
- Local Guide with Official London License, who speaks fluently in the chosen language
- Private walking tour of Top Attractions in Central London (number of attractions depends on the selected option)
- Free entry to All Hallows By The Tower (in 2-hour option)
- Skip-the-line tickets to St Paul’s Cathedral and its dome (in 2 and 3-hour options)
- Skip-the-line tickets to Westminster Abbey (in 2, 3, 4-hour options)
- Free entry to All Hallows By The Tower (only in 3, 4 and 7-hour options)
- Skip-the-line tickets to St Paul’s Cathedral and its dome (only in 4 and 7-hour options)
- Skip-the-line tickets to Westminster Abbey (only in 7-hour option)
- Local Guide with Official London License, who speaks fluently in the chosen language
- Private walking tour of Top Attractions in Central London (number of attractions depends on the selected option)
- Free entry to All Hallows By The Tower (in 2-hour option)
- Skip-the-line tickets to St Paul’s Cathedral and its dome (in 2 and 3-hour options)
- Skip-the-line tickets to Westminster Abbey (in 2, 3, 4-hour options)
From monuments of the British Empire to top-class contemporary architecture, London is a multicultural metropolis with plenty of interesting stories to tell. Join our Local Guide on the streets of the historic City Center to see must-see sights and hidden gems of London. Fall in love with the city and feel it's beating heart!
The 2-hour walking tour is a perfect introduction to London’s history and heritage, including the royal family, British politics, WWII and even local folklore. For example, do you know what the City of London Corporation is? Have you ever wondered if people still live in the Tower of London, and what is the difference between the Tower Bridge and London Bridge? Your Private Guide will answer all of these questions, share interesting facts about these important landmarks and help you find the best spots for taking pictures. You will admire the scenic Thames river and see notable landmarks such as the Monument to the Great Fire, Mansion House and the Bank of England. As this is a private tour, you will have the full attention of your Private Guide so you can even ask about the best entertainment venues, restaurants and pubs to visit in town.
Join the 3-hour tour to add a visit to the oldest church in the City of London to the itinerary. All Hallows By The Tower houses over 1300 years of history under its roof, including strong connections to London's elite. This tour will show you more city highlights along with immersive commentary on the local history, government institutions, big corporations and impressive skyscrapers, such as the iconic Sky Garden. .
Choose the 4-hour tour to also see the Blackfriars district and visit St Paul’s Cathedral. Your Private Guide will show you the amazing details of its exterior and interior architecture, which was inspired by the world’s greatest St Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City. You will admire its stunning altars, frescoes and paintings, including the quiet Whispers Gallery and other galleries. This tour also includes climbing up the Cathedral’s magnificent dome to see the phenomenal views of Thames and London skyline, something you don't want to miss for sure!
The 7-hour option is the most comprehensive tour of central London. The extended walking tour will take you past the Two Temple Place, King’s College London and Somerset House to the bustling Trafalgar Square, home to the famous National Gallery, fountains and monuments. You will also see the highlights of the City of Westminster, such as the 10 Downing Street, the Parliament building and its iconic Big Ben. Admire the scenic panorama over the Thames River, with the landmark London Eye and a forest of modern skyscrapers. The main attraction of this extended tour will be a visit inside Westminster Abbey, a historic church where Queen Elizabeth II and other British royals since 1066 have been crowned. Skip-the-line tickets are included so you will not have to waste time buying tickets on site.
- Discover the highlights of the London City Center with a 5-Star Private Guide
- Hear the legends surrounding the All Hallows By The Tower (only in 3, 4, and 7-h
- Immerse yourself in London’s history, culture and heritage
- See the iconic Big Ben and visit the Westminster Abbey (only in 7-hour option)
- Visit St Paul’s Cathedral with skip-the-line tickets (only in 4 and 7-hour )
The meeting point may vary. Always check the tickets we sent you to confirm the final details before the activity.
Know before you go
- 7-hour tour: due to abbey regulations, 1 licensed guide can lead a group of 1-20 people, so the price of the tour will be higher if you need more than 1 guide.
- Admission to All Hallows By The Tower Church is free, but £1 donation p.p. is kindly requested.
- Admission to St Paul’s Cathedral is for the Cathedral Floor, Crypt, Dome Galleries, and temporary exhibition There are 528 steps to climb the dome.
- Admission to Westminster Abbey is for the Cloisters, College Garden, Chapter House and the Pyx Chamber.
- Church tours during mass and special events are limited, therefore the guide may provide all information outside.
- Please check your email the day before the tour.
- Please note that you will not visit All Hallows By The Tower, St Paul’s Cathedral and Westminster Abbey during a 2-hour tour.
- With skip-the-line tickets you will have a pre-booked time slot to enter without queuing for tickets, but you may have to wait in line for ticket validation and security checks within your time slot.
